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Five Signature Cocktail recipes for your wedding

One of the most delicious ways to personalize your cocktail hour and open bar is to create a signature cocktail. Grab your honey-to-be and make like mixologists as you experiment with your favorite liquors and mixers to create a cocktail that sums up your personalities and tastes. Give your custom drink a fun name – taking your own na... More »

Delicious, Affordable Wines to Pair with Each Course

Discover how to satisfy your guests' palettes without breaking the bank!

Wine selection tips from City Wine Tours

It’s a safe assumption: As long as you serve delicious cuisine paired with refreshing wines, your guests are guaranteed to view your wedding as a success. But if you typically choose wine by grabbing the least-expensive bottle at your local liquor store, selecting wines to satisfy your guests’ palettes AND complement the fo... More »

18 Non-Alcoholic Beverages for Wedding Guests of All Ages

From iced tea to milkshakes, there are plenty of ways to showcase delicious beverages without booze.

Perhaps you're having a dry wedding, or you're looking for some additional beverage options for loved ones – especially children – that don't drink alcohol. Even if you're skipping the signature cocktails, wine, and beer, there are still plenty of ways to serve non-alcoholic beverages in a stylish way... You just have to be creative.... More »

7 Tips for Creating a Delicious & Memorable Wedding Menu

The executive chef at The Resort at Pelican Hill shares his advice on planning a delectable menu.

Wedding Menu Tips from Resort at Pelican Hill Chef

So much more than just a good meal, wedding repasts are epicurean events. Your guests will focus on the food as much as any other detail you so carefully plan. So, make it memorable with your own distinct touches – and tastes, of course! Select Local IngredientsWhether you’re planning a destination wedding or hometown celebrati... More »

5 Fascinating Facts You Didn't Know About Caviar

Considering serving caviar at your wedding cocktail hour or reception? Read this before you buy.

Do's and Don'ts of serving caviar at your wedding

Caviar: It's the ultimate indulgence. And since a wedding is one of the most special days of a bride and groom's life, caviar can be a fun, decadent addition to a cocktail hour or dinner menu. We spoke with Jim Miller, owner of Kolikof Caviar & Salmon, about what couples need to know when selecting and serving caviar. "There’s not... More »

The Best Signature Cocktails for Spring Weddings

Get exclusive tips and recipes from the experts at The Breakers Palm Beach.

Red cocktail in glass for wedding with lavender sprig

Signature cocktails have gone from wedding trend to reception staple, but how do savvy brides and grooms select the right libations for the season? We turned to the experts at The Breakers Palm Beach for guidance: John Kao, certified Sommelier and Banquet Beverage Manager, who guides the selection of signature cocktails and ideal wine pairings f... More »

Design a Dazzling Food Display for Your Wedding

From cheese terrariums to milk-and-cookie shots, these inspiring displays of fare will truly set your event apart.

Seven ways to display cheese and dairy products at your cocktail hour or wedding reception.

In addition to the venue, floral design, and wedding décor, many of our brides report that the majority of their budget was spent on the culinary aspects of their big days. While the most important part of menu selection is taste, how your culinary options are presented is becoming more and more popular with modern couples. In addition to s... More »

6 Steps to Planning a Delicious, Crowd-Pleasing Menu

Discover how to select scrumptious cuisine all of your guests will love!

Brides and grooms can agree that designing a delectable wedding menu is perhaps one of the most enjoyable aspects of wedding planning. However, determining which dishes will satisfy hundreds of different palettes can be a daunting task. Heather Heuser, who owns New York restaurants Traif and Xixa with her husband, chef Jason Marcus, reveals the ... More »

How to Design a Gluten-Free Wedding Menu

Browse our guide to offering gluten-free menu options for wedding guests!

The gluten-free lifestyle is one of the most popular dietary crazes in America, and it is also essential to the health of millions of Americans. The term "gluten-free" is used to describe a dietary treatment for those with celiac disease, which causes affected persons to experience inflammation in their small intestine when consuming gluten R... More »

Wedding-Day Libations with a Refined Twist

Unique alternatives to Champagne, wine, beer, and traditional cocktails!

Flowing libations during any wedding event keeps the party going for hours and hours. Beverages are typically introduced during the cocktail hour or reception and vary between beer, wine, Champagne, well drinks, and specialty cocktails in order to appeal to the tastes of all guests. We’ve tracked down some new favorites that offer a fres... More »

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5 Signature Cocktail Recipes You Need to Try

Choose from five delicious personalized drinks for your wedding event!