Unique venues, hotels and restaurants ranked the highest among consumers when considering locations for hosting events CONCORD, Mass., April 15, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — With summer around the corner, and an imminent surge of demand for experiences and events in the months ahead, Tripleseat,…
Wedding parties may help speed the recovery of the hotel business. Read full story
Couples are busy booking their events for July, August, and September. See full story
Members of The California Association for Private Events outlined guidelines for what they call a safe reopening. See full story
Belle Garden Estate says they aren’t just suing for themselves, but for the three billion dollar wedding industry in the state. See more here
Weddings fall under “social gathering” restrictions and only allow 10 people indoors and 25 people outdoors. See full story
NY State is allowing up to 150 people per wedding starting March 15th, but there are a plethora of health and safety protocols to follow. Read more here
Balloons, giant paper flowers, and neon signs top the list of the hottest new decor trends. Read more here
The new guidelines for wedding venues include a 50% capacity limit. Read more here
Over the past year, we’ve seen the closing of thousands of restaurants, bars, and event spaces. Meanwhile, Hub Tap (a Florida-based Mobile Bar Franchise) has seen more demand than ever before TAMPA, Fla., Feb. 16, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — The event industry has…
Inspiring conferences for professional event pros to enhance their careers. See full story
Wedding and etiquette experts discuss the implications of vaccination requirements. See full story
New book, produced in partnership with acclaimed Wiley brand, offers a practical guide for marketers and meeting planners looking to develop more effective virtual event strategies and maximize event ROI Cvent today announced the availability of its latest For Dummies® guide, Virtual…
“Elopement Wedding Packages” are the latest strategy by luxury venues to market their event spaces. Read more here
A bride’s sister-in-law was so upset about the situation that she apparently went to the bride-to-be’s job and is trying to get her fired. See more here
The National Restaurant Association breaks down the six items that could have the most benefits. See full story
Emily Bugg and Billy Lewis gave their non-refundable deposit of $5000 to supply 200 Thanksgiving dinners for people with severe mental illness. Read more here
Representative Earl Blumenauer of OR discusses The RESTAURANTS Act, which would provide up to $120 billion in grants to independent restaurants, small restaurant chains (with fewer than 20 locations), and catering firms. See story here
CDC report on the “superspreader”. Read more here Photo by cottonbro from Pexels
The latest restrictions which begin Nov. 27th, will include wedding receptions being limited to 50 people maximum, among other rules. See story here
Four of the top trends that The Knot feels will take center stage. Read more here
A lot of the problems stem from old ways of thinking about marketing. Read story here
The host will be the Hard Rock Hotel and Casino Atlantic City. See more here
Thoughts from a wedding venue owner. Read full story
Giorgio’s Baiting Hollow, a popular Long Island wedding venue, had their license suspended Saturday after investigators reported seeing 95 people at a wedding reception — nearly twice the legal limit. See full story
Examples of how wedding caterers are managing to keep the events special, in spite of challenges. Read more here
The wedding celebration in Queens on Friday night at the Elite Palace, was busted via a tip given to authorities. See full story
A vivacious new venue called The Dogwood is St. Louis’ hottest up and coming wedding business. See more here
Wedding pro Kinsey Roberts shares her best tips. Read story here
The nationwide initiative was for #RedAlertRESTART, designed to encourage Congress to pass the RESTART Act and ultimately support any events industry in need. See full story
No karaoke and no dancing – the life of a NY DJ during Covid. See full story
A drivable shell made of white wrought iron was created back in 1968 by Esparza-Prieto. Read story here
The recent ruling that overturned Gov. Andrew M. Cuomo’s limit of 50 guests at wedding receptions in restaurants rankled some venue owners, who noted that larger restaurants that don’t host weddings could still operate with more than 50 people as…
NY courts rejected Governor Cuomo’s order that limited weddings at restaurants to 50 people. See full story
The director of meetings and special events at the Ritz-Carlton New Orleans shares exciting new opportunities. See full story
Melinda Burdette, the director of events for Meeting Professionals International, believes next year will be a pivotal one. Read more here
A conference in TX with industry leaders on how live engagement can be the powerful vehicle for change the world needs now—and in the future. See full story
International event producer Colja Dams of VOK DAMS believes that they are. See more here
20 favorites that are sure to get the party started. Read more here
3 Philadelphia-based caterers crafted a united approach for wedding planning and dealing with health departments’ regulations. See more here
Besides the obvious perk of making a little extra money, there are a few other good solid reasons. Read story here Photo by Crawford Jolly on Unsplash
In the wake of crowd restrictions, venues are refocusing and trying to offer alternatives to couples. See full story
With rules and regulations changing often, owners are challenged to keep up to date. Read more here
DUBLIN, May 20, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — ResearchAndMarkets.com published a new article on the catering industry, “Catering Adapts to Survive in Light of COVID-19 Social Distancing” The COVID-19 outbreak is likely to have a lasting effect on the catering industry. As…
As of June 1, catering and banquet centers will reopen under state-issued guidelines. See full story
On the same day the couple were supposed to be married, their DJ showed up on their doorstep to serenade them with what would have been their wedding song. Read more here
Creative tips on how to continue nurturing your community at this time. See full story
Three couples who have had their weddings derailed by the COVID-19 shutdown will win a package that includes an officiant, photographer, and $10,000 to have their nuptials at home. See more here
An Amish wedding held in rural Ohio is being investigated because the 10-person maximum rule at religious ceremonies cannot be enforced but it can be for the reception. Read more here
Yet another service in the hospitality industry that is suffering. Read more here
Two recently married couples explain why they held their weddings regardless of the pandemic. Read story here
Per a promise made when Riva Weinstock was 17, her brother Mendl brought a very special guest to her nuptials. See full story
According to a Reddit post, one couple expects their guests to sit through a timeshare presentation. Read full story
Some couples have their weddings planned for months out, others days, and there has been no communication from Noah’s thus far. See full story
From e-invites to geometric centerpieces to burnt orange color schemes, Pinterest divulges what appears to be trending for this brand new year. See full story
More refined and cleaner cocktails are becoming more popular in 2020. Read more here
Venues such as Middleton Place, Magnolia Plantation, and the famed Boone Hall are among the plantations featured. Read more here
Vermyttya Miller tried two times to scam wedding web site The Knot, and as a result, faces five years of jail time. See full story
In states where cannabis is legal, some couples are opting for a “budtender” to serve marijuana to their guests. Read full story
A MI couple bonded over their mutual love for the restaurant, so it only made sense to have a bread stick bar. See full story
Victoria and Tom Browne from Cornwall, UK couldn’t make a decision on what food to serve at their wedding, and wound up ordering $450 worth of Domino’s pizza. Read more here
5 tips to make your hotel stand out from the rest. Read more here
On this Saturday, October 19th, $1 billion dollars will be spent on wedding ceremonies and receptions when nearly 34,000 couples say “I do”. See full story
Some tips on handling a tricky situation. See full story
8 tips for hospitality and event professionals to make sure things run smoothly. Read more here
Since the wedding industry produces a large amount of waste, some folks are attempting to offset it with this investment. Read full story
A one-day conference focusing on risk management for meetings and events professionals. Read more here
Isaiah and Taylor Green-Jones, along with a group of friends, practiced their three minute routine for a month before the big reveal. Read more here
Yes, you read that right. The fried chicken chain is giving six lucky couples the chance to “offer one another a wing” with a KFC-themed wedding. Read full story
Boone’s Camp Event Hall in Booneville, Mississippi, told the family of a would-be client that they don’t do mixed race or gay weddings. See more here
Sam Ferrell, 15, stole the show in an adorable dance-off at his old babysitter’s wedding. Read full story
From weddings to vow renewals, here are some tips on how to best serve them. See full story
A definite leader in the hospitality industry, Colin talks about how he started out and why he doesn’t pay attention to trends. See full story
A picture-perfect cake cutting did not go off as planned for Chloe and Aaron Bailey in Surrey, England. Read more here
Five tips to market wedding venues successfully. Read more here
Spotted taking presents from couples in Comal County, near San Antonio, the woman has also been known to crash receptions in surrounding counties as well. Read more here
According to a survey by The Black Tux, these are the 15 most popular first dance tunes of 2019. See full story
The Princess broke tradition at her wedding with the omission of a couple words. Read story here
With new documentaries airing on the alleged sexual misconduct of the stars, people are beginning to avoid their music at their receptions. Read more here
Staten Island couple Nicole Marie and PJ Mongelli were elated when President Trump showed up at their wedding on Saturday. Read more here
Bands who elevate the live-music experience at a wedding are a real thing and they’re starting to get more popular than ever. See full story
The most-searched wedding cake phrases included ones with the words naked, rustic, and simple among them. Read more here
The emotional photograph, taken at Sahrah Elswick’s wedding, shows her “Pawpaw” eating his meal by his late wife’s memorial. Read full story
See the adorable new trend in all its glory. Read full story
A subset of young couples are opting for a more budget-friendly wedding plan. Read more here
Simple things to keep in mind in order to get the most out of the experience. Read more here
Gluten free and vegan dessert options are becoming more and more popular, as the desire to eat cleaner increases. See full story
Sylvia Weinstock, a Brooklyn native, has baked cakes for Billy Joel, Sofía Vergara, and Michael Douglas. See full story
Built around the turn of the 20th century, rural Texas dance halls may thankfully have a chance at being preserved. See full story
The new normal: counter-culture cakes. Read more here
These friendly little animals are now serving beer, favors, and other snacks at weddings across Texas. See full story
Multiple weddings are becoming more commonplace as couples look to accommodate different cultural and religious backgrounds, and guests who may not be able to afford pricey destination weddings. Read more here
A sneaky guest uploaded photos of a couple’s reception food offerings to a wedding shaming group on Facebook. Read more here
The owner of the historic Star Barn in scenic Lancaster County says gay weddings go against his Roman Catholic faith, and issues statement on the matter. Full story here
Furever Weddings is a pet wedding coordination service that will assist with the planning, design, and execution of your pet’s big day. See full story
Blogger Emily Sullivan shares a famous recipe for success! Read more here
When a male wedding guest wore Marine formal wear, complete with all his medals, this bride showed him the door. Was she right or wrong? Read full story
A collection of cringe-worthy requests revealed by wedding planners. See full story
The bride presented a five page checklist of photos on Facebook, offering “advice” to other future brides. See full story
The actress, dressed in a Monique Lhuillier gown fit for a princess, married Zandy Reich on March 9 in Northern CA. See full story
