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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.
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.
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
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
Donate the Entire Day of Meals for Community Members who are Food Insecure!
In recent weeks the world has been turned upside down. We are amid a global health crisis and many families in our community are facing economic uncertainty. School closures and stay at home orders limit traditional sources of food assistance and as employers continue to reduce payroll obligations, unemployment numbers have skyrocketed. The number of … Continued
Quick Guide to Local Spring Venues
Maryland, D.C., and Virginia With Spring only a few weeks away, wedding season is right around the corner. This is the time of year that Catering by Seasons shines with our Spring inspired menus. This is also the time of year when beautiful outdoor ceremonies and receptions are possible. We are gearing up for a … Continued
How to Get the Most from your Tasting
By Glynis Keith, Senior Event Manager, Catering By Seasons You’ve picked a date, found a venue, booked the band and now it’s time to turn your attention to the food. Perhaps you’ve already selected a caterer or maybe you’re trying to decide between your top two or three and you’re wondering when or even if … Continued
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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.
It was a pleasure to work with Alberto Trevizo and Catering by Seasons. Alberto was knowledgeable and pleasant to work with, and was very accommodating when we had to postpone our wedding one year.
Alberto is the best catering manager ever!! Everything about working with Catering by Season, from the planning, communication, to the execution was phenomenal!