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FAVORITE FINDS: WEDDING FAVORS
The tradition of gifting wedding favors has been around for hundreds of years. Though the custom varies by culture and time period, the gifts have served as a way for the bride and groom to thank guests for attending their ceremony. Today, wedding favors take many forms, from simple DIY gifts to more elaborate tokens, … Continued
EVENT IDEAS FOR YOUR NEXT CORPORATE GATHERING
While large scale corporate gatherings were halted for much of 2020 and into 2021, many companies found creative ways to engage their associates through virtual events and happy hours, online cooking classes, and other fun, social and distant gatherings. As we look to the last few months of 2021 and beyond, we see companies eagerly … Continued
VENUE SPOTLIGHT: CANA VINEYARDS
In the countryside of southern Loudon County, sits Cana Vineyards, a farm and winery owned by Lisa & Bryce Petty and Michelle & Tom Grant. The property was originally a hay farm before becoming an award-winning vineyard and winery. The current owners have a created a truly special venue that can accommodate celebrations, weddings, and corporate events of all sizes on their beautiful 43 acre property.
INSPIRATION FROM FALL WEDDINGS
There are so many exciting fall wedding trends that we are loving right now. From colors to lighting, here are a few select favorites to inspire your own events. Whether your next gathering is a formal celebration, your wedding, or an informal get together at home, add a few new ideas to your plans.
FAVORITE FINDS: CUSTOM INVITATIONS & STATIONERY
Here are six of our favorite shops where you can find invitations, place settings, stationary and more. Many use recycled paper products and hand-drawn techniques. Etsy is such a great place to find uncommon products and also to support small business owners.
IN PRAISE OF CATERED DINNER PARTIES
Entertaining at home can be wonderful. It can also be a great deal of work. Menu planning, accommodating dietary restrictions and preferences, shopping, cooking, serving, and cleaning up, can often be enough to skip the notion all together. When a special occasion is on the horizon, consider a catered affair at home. Take away all but ease and enjoyment from the equation and secure a memorable and delicious evening ahead.
5 COVID-DRIVEN TRENDS THAT ARE HERE TO STAY
Since the dawn of the COVID-19 pandemic, the catering and event industry has had to make significant changes to survive, and in some fortunate cases, even thrive in this new environment. Check out these creative service options that smart caterers and clients implement to make their events both safe and memorable.
Couples are Saying “I Do” to Smaller Celebrations
Written by Glynis Keith (Senior Event Manager) @caterrrgirl Couples who can’t wait to start their lives together are turning to trusted professionals to help them navigate federal, state and local guidelines on gathering, social distancing and celebrating amidst a pandemic. Catering by Seasons is proud to partner with some of the DMV’s most experienced and … Continued
In Praise of the Brunch Wedding
By Glynis Keith, Senior Event Manager, Catering by Seasons (@catergrrrl) From Google Search Trends to Pinterest Posts, it’s clear that interest in brunch weddings is on the rise, with metro areas like New York, DC, Philadelphia and Chicago leading the way. Brunch Weddings are making a comeback and I, for one, couldn’t be happier! There … Continued
Small Weddings are the next BIG Thing!
Senior Event Manager, Glynis Keith (@CaterGrrrl) shares her thoughts on Micro Weddings… The concept of Micro-Weddings (or fun-sized like the mini versions of my favorite candy bars!) is nothing new. But, in the aftermath of Covid-19, it may just be the newest trend in nuptials. Over the past decade Micro-Weddings have been steadily growing in … Continued
Reviews
Catering By Seasons exceeded my expectation. I used them for a brunch at my house after my son’s bar mitzvah. The level of professionalism along with their responsiveness made me feel at ease right away.
Stefanie was such a huge help! Everything was smooth, she helped us find ways to cut costs and advocated for us with our venue.
I can’t say enough great things about our entire experience planning our daughter's Bat Mitzvah with Glynis Keith, Catering Manager, with Catering by Seasons.