Couples for Cones

I am so ready for summer!  For those ladies getting married this summer or even next summer, consider serving ice cream.  There are several national franchises that cater or check out your local ice cream shops.  Your guests are sure to love getting a customized ice cream cup or cone.  Look at the photos below for a hefty dose of inspiration.  Enjoy!

Images: 1- Choco Studio  2- Hope Photo  3- United with Love  4- Rosie Parsons

Happy Planning & God Bless!


PS- If you want to create a DIY ice cream bar check out this post: Ice Cream Parlour.

Mini Bites Part II

Mini foods will always be popular at weddings and special events.  Check out Part II of the Mini Bites series below to get new ideas. 

Want to see more bite size treats?  Check out Mini Bites Part I

 

 

 

Images: 1- Lemiga  2- Sarah Bailey Photography  3- Easton Events  4- Kathy G

 

 

Happy Planning & God Bless! 

Candy Infused Vodka

Signature drinks are often offered as a cost effective method for weddings and special events.  One of the easist and least expensive drinks I've ever seen is a candy infused vodka.  If your venue is allowing you to bring alcohol, this is a super easy way to customize your drinks- either by color or flavor.  The possibilities are endless!  Try bubble gum, jolly ranchers, skittles, candy corn, jelly beans, gummy bears, or candy canes!  Enjoy the recipes below.

 

 

Images: 1- Chick Advisor  2, 3- High Proof Spirit

 

 

Happy Planning & God Bless!

Summer Salad- Insalata Caprese

With summer quickly approaching, serving a refreshing salad is a must.  Look no further than a caprese salad.  The correct name is Insalata Caprese and they are delicious.  Typically they're made with tomatoes, Mozzarella, basil, and balsamic vinaigrette.  Check out the various ways you can serve them below.


Family Style




Stacks




Skewers

 



Images: 1- What's Cooking with Ruthie 2-Yummy Mummy Kitchen 3- Simply Love Food  Stacks: 1- Aromatic Delights  2- Verses From My Kitchen Skewers: 1- Jo Cooks 2- Olives for Dinner   Saturday Evening Post 


Happy Planning & God Bless!

Ice Cream Parlour

A few years ago, Amy from Eat, Drink, Chic created this amazing ice cream parlour display.  This would be awesome for a child's birthday party, a wedding, or even for a small barbecue.

Click here to get the FREE downloadable accessories.





Happy Planning & God Bless!

Bread + Pudding = Delicious

Are you looking for an inexpensive dessert to offer along with your wedding cake? Is a dessert (not cake) included in the price of your catering package? 

Consider serving bread pudding.  It's a delicious dessert that is very cost effective and the flavors are endless!  Take a look at the images and possible flavors below for inspiration.  Enjoy!




 

Flavors
-Chocolate
-Blueberry
-Banana Nut
-Caramel Apple
-Orange Cranberry
-Chocolate Mint
-Rum Raisin
-Espresso
-Pumpkin
-Bananas Foster
-Pear Walnut







And remember the types of bread used are limitless!















Images: 1- Bridal Buds  2- Saveur  3- Two Peas & Their Pod 4- Kitka Designs Jenny Demarco Photography

What Would You Like For Dinner?

If you're hosting a plated meal reception, it's imperative that you have an accurate guest count to give to your caterer.  This is especially true if you are giving your guests an option for their entree.  Typically couples limit the options to beef or chicken, since they're the most popular proteins.  Below are super cute examples of response cards with meal choices.

Check out the last option which actually comes with meal stamps.  Guests simply attach which protein they would like to have to the response postcard.  If you're hosting a plated meal reception, would you ever consider mailing response cards like these?

Images: 1- My Personal Artist  2- I Do It Yourself  3- Wedding Window

Happy Planning & God Bless!