Catering Chronicles – Food for Thought

I can’t tell you the overwhelming joy I experienced with this wedding at The Casino San Clemente. I have known the bride since she was in junior high school. I ADORE her and the lucky fella that won her heart. Together they are going to set the world on fire.

Everything about their wedding day represented who they are… casual and fun-loving. It was the first time I had ever seen guests enter the reception and immediately fill the dance floor. This was also the first time I have experienced our Taco Station. It was placed in the Patio of the Stars for the cocktail hour. YUMMY. It’s now on my list of FAVORITES.

Kelly and Jonathan, thank you for trusting us with your special day. We wish for you a lifetime of love and happiness!

One of the best features of Coto Valley Country Club is the vast outdoor space. A grand lawn lined with mature flowering trees, creates the perfect backdrop for an outdoor garden wedding. A romantic iron gazebo and chairs are included in the facility fee. An incredible value. This is the ideal setting… ceremony on the Great Lawn, Cocktails and appetizers on the patio, and dinner, dancing, and celebrating in the Clubhouse. All of this surrounded by acres of natural wooded areas. Did I mention riding in on horseback or by carriage? Come check it out.

Special thanks to the following who made this all possible; Hanssie Trainor Photography, French Buckets, Fusion Linens, Sugarbaker and Toad, Typologie and Co, Diego Ortega, Elements of Artistry, and Hope Stanley Bridal Stylist.

Built by the philanthropic Ebell sisters in 1924, and recently deemed an official historic designation. The Ebell Club is vintage glamour. While the original structure has been carefully restored, the Ebell Club’s 25,858 square feet of event space has been refreshed by the experts responsible for remodeling the Hotel Bel Air. Imagine the possibilities of having three beautiful rooms- the Courtyard, the Parlor, and the Grand Ballroom to enjoy throughout your event. Move your party from room to room as the evening progresses, ending with all rooms open. Both ceremonies and receptions can easily be accommodated all under one roof. Photos by Bobby Brown Photography

Clearly this venue stands above so many others for a variety of reasons. Vibiana is probably one of the most stately and glamorous locations in So Cal. From it’s graciously landscaped garden courtyard to it’s gilded foyer walls, Vibiana is pure beauty. Layers of century old marble adorn the grand stage and windows open to views of the city skyline. My favorite part… the choral mezzanine perched above. Several of our weddings have hidden a choir or mariachis up there. A sweet surprise for the guests. This is a must see if you are looking for a venue that offers the grandeur of times past.

A Grand Spanish Inspired Plaza reminiscent of those in Barcelona. Stone pavers, loggias, arches, covered breezeways, bubbling fountains, old world doors, and stately iron gates welcome you to Serra Plaza. Located adjacent to the Historic Los Rios District and within walking distance of The Mission San Juan Capistrano, Serra Plaza truly has old world charm with a pristine new feel. The amenities include; a plaza that can accommodate up to 450 guests, a gorgeous French inspired bridal suite, a separate private patio with an outdoor stone fireplace for cocktails or an intimate ceremony, and ample parking. You could even travel by train, as the station is within walking distance.

Photos by Studio EMP