Emily Skalla

Jackson Home

Emily and Taylor wanted to combine the best of a traditional wedding along with the best of a contemporary wedding. The lower gardens of the Jackson home were perfect for the receiving line and formal buffet. Guest delighted to such favorites as our Caramelized Salmon and Sesame Ginger Chicken. I loved planning this wedding and assisting with every detail. I was there to help transition the formal line to the party atmosphere and cake cutting on the tennis court. On the upper court, we flamed Crepe Suzettes in the evening air and poured mocktails down the monogramed ice luge. One of my favorite touches were the delicious gelato cones passed to the guests and family. This was such a fun celebration that guests didn't want to leave even after the sparkler farewell. Emily and Taylor . . . you guys are great! Love, Mary Crafts. Photography by Pepper Nix.

Carly Hart

Private Home

Carly's reception was all about the details....from the miniature Honey jar favors to the vintage photo booth. Rather than go "over the top" with the food, we made it personal and just as detailed as the rest of her reception. We featured a Vietnamese meatball and lettuce wrap station with Rangoon shrimp and cilantro spring rolls to celebrate Carly and Scott's time in Vietnem. To accent this station, Carly and Jayne added photographed vintage styled pendants with all of their fun Vietnamese excursions! Rather than serving typical finger desserts, we accented the gorgeous coral colors in the decor with cupcakes, zabaglione and fruit, as well as our custom made signage for our apothecary display of cookies. Our elegant waiters breezed through the crowd offering savory hors d'oeuvres ...lemon marinated tortellini skewers, Cumin and orange beef skewers and our fabulous miniature, housemade Gelato cones. Alpine rentals supplied all of the gorgeous and vintage styled decor from the wrought iron table centerpieces to the crystal chandeliers hung from the trees. Carly and her mother Jayne added the special touches...the banners and the vintage typewriter at the sign in table, the ribbons strung from the trees. This was one of my favorite weddings this year. The details added to the individuality of the reception making it another one of a kind event! I truly enjoyed meeting with Jayne and Carly and the whole experience with every vendor was creative, fun, and inspiring.

Jentry McKell

Private Home

Can you imagine a more gorgeous setting than this private estate in Hobble Creek Canyon? The celebration started with a formal plated late afternoon luncheon with eye-popping linens against the lush green setting. While our chefs were busy with the final touches of the luncheon, the butlers passed petite Beef Wellingtons and petite Martini Shrimp Cocktails. The bride's signature lavender sugar-rimmed Mojito drink was passed to arriving guests. The summer entree was a sliced chicken breast with papaya, avocado, and hazelnuts. There were a lot of children so a special pizza and watermelon plate was prepared for them.

During the luncheon, Design Elite was busy putting the finishing touches on the reception tent, placing the wedding cakes, and making sure all the lighting worked for the Chinese lantern chandelier! The McKell's were expecting 1000 guests to the reception so we looked for fun foods that could be done in budget and not break the bank! We served a gourmet Tortilla Chips and Fresh Salsa Bar, Cotton Candy, Upscale Candy Station, and our famous home-made Italian ice cream. With this many guests, we had to send the cotton candy and ice cream "mobile" with creative ways to tray pass these items. And what would be a suitable send-off for this unique bride and groom....a black helicopter, of course!

Susan Hyde

Rose Sachs Gardens

Susan, a formally trained chef, wanted her food to be the main focus of her reception. During the planning process, she was so excited about every bit of the menu...she would call daily to add on "just one more" item. In the end, we came up with a fabulous menu, wowing all of her guests and treating them to an extra special meal created personally for them by Susan herself along with the help of Culinary Crafts. Everywhere you turned, there was food, from the butler passed sushi to the 5 different action stations! We had specialty mojitos passed as well as raspberry lemonade for the kids. Instead of your average carvery, we added on Crab meat, Asparagus, Prosciutto and Bernaise to make a mouthwatering Filet Oscar. Each child had his own pre-packaged box lunch with hotdogs, fruit, and a cookie. We passed delicate miniature martini glasses with a scoop of papaya ice as a refreshing pallette cleanser and what wedding would be complete without our deluxe hamburger and French fry station! Susan's guests were extremely pleased with her fabulous choices and they just couldn't get enough! Photography by Zuma Photo.

Lisa Gritton

Rice-Eccles Stadium

The Holiday Season is such a glorious time for a wedding, especially if it's hosted at Rice-Eccles Stadium with their dazzling Christmas lights and the best view of the Salt Lake in the entire city!! Lisa Gritton wanted an elegant celebration with butler-passed hors d'oeuvres to start the evening and then followed with a formal plated dinner. The white linens and pewter chair bands were perfect for her winter wonderland motif. I love the photo of our attentive staff surveying the dining tables to make sure everything is perfect before the guests arrive! The crowning moment of the evening, was the awe-inspiring opera performance by the bride to the delight of all her guests and her groom. Photography by Pepper Nix.

Natalie Larson

Rice-Eccles Stadium

Rice-Eccles Stadium was the perfect venue for this dramatic wedding. Not only did each table have its own cake centerpiece with words chosen by Natalie and her groom perched on top, but, the room was transformed into a gorgeous representation of ¨something blue¨. Placed at each end of the room were giant panels flanked with gorgeous blue hydrangeas and uplit for drama throughout the evening. In the center of the room was a custom designed dance floor with a blue and white paper lantern ceiling flanked by a breathtaking head table surrounded by more hydrangeas and white roses. Every detail was covered, from the menu cards to the sign in entry piece. Natalie chose an extremely elegant dinner with formal, tableside service, complete with Macadamia encrusted Halibut and Beef Tenderloin with a Mushroom Chausseur sauce. Yummm! After dinner, guests dance into the night to a 10 piece Joe Muscolino band while tasting the many different flavors offered by Carrie's Cakes. Photography by Pepper Nix.

Alli Nehmer

Red Butte Garden

Red Butte Garden is host to some of our favorite weddings such as this one for Alli Nehmer. Pretty as a picture and dressed in pink, this reception appetizer table featuring our scrumptious demi desserts is the showcase of the buffet. To add a little more dazzle, the shrimp and fresh fruits were displayed in lighted ice trays with the vegetable crudites not to be outdone on silver cake stands! I love the little touch of the cafe lamour chair ties to set off the seating tables and add a touch of richness to the setting. Alli, you were a beautiful bride and delightful to work with! Best wishes from all of us at Culinary Crafts!

Andrea McKenna

Private Home

Andrea's family lives in one of those gorgeous homes high on the Sandy mountains where the view of the valley is just breathtaking! She started her celebration with a ring ceremony for 100 of her closest family and friends followed by a formal plated dinner...such an elegant and gracious style of entertaining. Later 400 guests joined the party and danced to the sounds of Joe Muscilino and sampled our award winning dessert buffet. I added a little cheese and fruit display as well as a small sandwich to the desserts just to make sure guests didn't leave hungry! Her floral and decor was designed by David's Floral. Dave created a magical spring soiree with thousands of blossoms and weeping branches. A truly beautiful wedding.

Las Vegas Wedding Celebration

Las Vegas Hilton

Culinary Crafts just completed another ¨first¨ for our company.  1600 caterers from around the world gathered in Las Vegas at the International Caterers Association annual conference to learn from us about planning, designing, and executing exquisite weddings.  We created a mock ¨real wedding¨ complete with gorgeous bride, groom, bridesmaids, a hilarious father of the bride, and the most hilarious toasting ever!  We served 26 different menu items at chef action stations as well as scrumptious passed hors d´oeuvres, and showcased designer linens and wedding cake.  My favorite part was the premier of our new ¨Roving Cupcake¨ Groom´s Cake.   This is a great presentation for the bride seeking a few unique touches to set her wedding apart from the crowd.  

With over 100 staff, we dazzled the crowd with what ¨Utah¨ can do!  Culinary Crafts is setting wedding trends for caterers across the nation and around the world!  Colin Cowey's wedding show "Getting Married" heard of our wedding spectacular and came to feature us in an upcoming show.  This was very exciting but nerve-wracking on such a busy day. Look for this fun episode airing soon. Photography by Pepper Nix.

Lucy Hayes

Pierpont Place

Lucy chose a fabulous African theme for her reception complete with traditional African dancing and foods. She and her fiancé met in Africa and he was lucky enough to come to our country to marry this amazing girl! We served a tropical mocktail station and African action stations such as Pavlava chicken and a Sweet potato soup with African spiced beef. As guests danced and mingled throughout the evening, we served an African snack called Kelewele, fried plantains with chile pepper and salt. We rounded up the menu with a fabulous Rum flamed bananas with whipped cream and chocolate sauce. These guest really had a fantastic time and, at certain points in the evening, the entire room was dancing! The dancing, drumming, and revelry went on well into the evening and all of the guests had a unique and fun experience. Photography by Pepper Nix.

Kelsey Nixon Reception

McCune Mansion

We had the challenge of following Kelsey's fabulous rehearsal dinner with an elegant dessert buffet at the McCune mansion. We carried the fresh cherry theme throughout the evening beginning with cherry Italian sodas passed by our accommodating waiters and followed with Bing cherry red velvet cupcakes and mini chocolate truffle fudge cakes topped with a fresh cherry. We kept with the down home feel by adding tiny little fresh berry tarts and, to add something savory without adding an entire buffet, we added sophisticated Butler passed Hors d'oeuvres. The décor was lush with shantung silk linens and, keeping with Kelsey's colors, we added a twist of elegance with metallic tones of Robin's egg blue and champagne with Every Blooming Thing providing the vintage red floral accent. It all came together classically with an elegance that can only be had at the beautiful McCune mansion. A fairytale night for our gorgeous Bride! Photography by Pepper Nix.

Kelsey Nixon Rehearsal Dinner

Memorial House

Kelsey was an absolute delight to work with. The food was very important to her and we jumped at the chance to give her everything she was looking for and more! It was a gathering of good friends and family where people could relax and enjoy the food, conversation, and the perfect evening weather. The menu was unassuming and relaxed with favorites like Utah Sweet corn and Firecracker ribs. We presented a Hamburger and Hot Dog station with Homemade buns and an amazing assortment of gourmet toppings. You could add anything from locally grown Heirloom tomatoes to Bear Lake Raspberry Chutney and Caramelized onions to your dog or some of our fantastic Mango salsa and Guacamole to kick things up! We showcased locally grown peaches, cherries, and berries for the shortcake and we had to add "fry sauce" to the condiment station for those out of town guests! Decor was simple and relaxed yet detail oriented. Kelsey's colors were Robin's egg blue and red, so, we used a bright red and accented with Robin's egg blue platters, gingham parchment paper, and dressed the waiters in all white with Robin's egg blue neckties. Everything had a classic feel to it from the signage to the galvanized tubs holding the red and blue Jones sodas. This was a casual, fun evening filled with family, friends, laughter, and song and we were honored to be a part of it. Photography by Pepper Nix.

Allie Butler

Henriksen Butler Firm Offices

Allie Butler had a fun and festive reception with bright colors and energetic, interactive chef stations. The setting was phenomenal! With the Henriksen Butler firm offices as our canvas, we transformed the space with a modern, clean, and whimsical design. White linens, white chiavaris and a stage set on the mezzanine overlooking the entire party with the Joe Muscolino 10 piece band singing well into the night made the "Girls just want to have Fun" song a reality! Chef stations featuring "lollipop" hors d'oeuvres, Martini mashed potatoes, and delicious key lime and berry cupcakes were a hit! Allie was a stunning bride and the bridemaids in their striped silk shantung skirts and adorable pink cardigans were the perfect complement to this unforgettable evening.

Kara Dickenson

Ackerman Home

Talk about a fairy tale wedding! When a client is looking for details alongside phenomenal food and lighting, tent, and design coordination, they call us. The Ackerman Rivendell residence was the perfect setting for Paul and Kara's reception and Shannon coordinated such a beautiful evening with the sparkling linens and crystal chairs. We assembled a group of tents uplit with bright pink lights and dripping with tropical flowers and crystal beads provide by Every Blooming Thing and the final outcome was just breathtaking...white Aspen groves sprinkled with delicate crystals sparkled throughout the evening. We provided a signature ice tube slide and a fabulous candy shop dessert buffet accented with Kara's colors as well as her monogram. Each guest took home a gift box of treats filled with candy apples and tiny cupcakes. Dinner was a very elegant Russian style service with a Tuscan flair. We served Prosciutto wrapped Chicken with a Red pepper aioli and our grilled Chili Lime Flank Steak with Salpicon dressing, shaved Asiago, and Avocado. Everything served elegantly tableside by our gracious waitstaff. Kara and Paul enjoyed every minute of the day from the streamside ceremony to the final dance of the evening and our staff enjoyed every minute of working with this amazing team. Photography by Pepper Nix.

Grace Chubb

McCune Mansion

Gracious, fun-loving, beautiful....all words to describe Grace Chubb as she gave love a second chance during her elegant wedding celebration at the McCune Mansion. Grace's tasteful off-white gown was accented by a lush ecru satin band. Her rich chocolate brown colors were used throughout the mansion to add a touch of sophistication to the evening. The linens, chair ties, menu cards, flowers all coordinated to reflect her mature sense of style. The dinner buffet featured many of the couple's favorite items but the main focus was on the dessert extravaganza! On the mansion's 3rd floor, Culinary Crafts displayed their artisan petite desserts on a copper floating buffet which perfectly accented the contemporary chocolate wedding cake. The delightful couple danced the night away to the well-wishes of their dearest friends and family. Photography by Pepper Nix.

Lindsey Kershaw

Pinegar Home

Elegance, style, grace, fun, and dazzling...all words to describe the incredible wedding day of Lindsey Kershaw and Matthew Pinegar. A timeless Temple Marriage started their special day followed by a spectacular celebration that is destined to be Provo's "Wedding of the Year"! Lindsey selected our new Golden Coral China, Coffee Lamour linens, Fruitwood Chivari chairs, and Scenemakers to design her florals and tent. Guests dined on scrumptious Chef Action Stations of Macadamia Sea Bass, Designer Ravioli, Bleu Cheese-Crusted Beef Tenderloin, and Flaming Crepe Suzettes. Lindsey's favorite station was the Mini Sliders with Pomme Frites in Parchment cones...better known as "Burgers and Fries"! Butlers-passed yummy bite-size hors d'oeuvres to start and ended with passed mini gelato ice cream cones. The evening was perfectly orchestrated by Mary Crafts through the Martinelli Toasts, Cake Cutting, Cupcake Favors, and the most amazing Bride and Groom first dance ever! The dream reception ended all too soon as the couple completed their grand farewell through a "Sparkler Canopy" and exited in his convertible Porsche! Photography by Pepper Nix.

Martina Crawford

Red Butte Garden

Martina chose such stunning colors for her reception. The look was so rich and vibrant. We had the fabulous Red Butte gardens as the canvas for the luxurious, damask plum and pumpkin satin linens. Our servers greeted guests with butler passed Tandoori Shrimp and Miniature Chicken Cordon Bleu. Scenemakers provided the gorgeous flowers while guests feasted on Macadamia encrusted Halibut and Bleu Cheese encrusted roast beef. As guests danced into the night, we all took a little time to reflect on this perfect evening and the breathtaking surroundings. Photography by Pepper Nix.

Shelley Rodriguez

Memorial House

What a sweet and beautiful bride Shelley was! I cherish the friendship we built together planning this gorgeous intimate reception. Hors d'oeuvres and cocktails began with a hip, lounge feel with our black lounge bench vignettes and our light cube bar. The specialty Martini's we featured were- Something old, Something new, Something borrowed, and Something blue. We served small plates of Sushi, shrimp, and Strawberries in Lime curd. After some time, we invited guests to be seated to dinner where they were treated to a formal, 4 course meal beginning with an Amuse Bouche of Ahi Tuna tartar and ending with a fabulous Cherry blossomed Chocolate cake. The room was decorated with cherry blossoms and the details from the place cards to the menu cards were flawless. Congratulations Shelley and Xavier! Photography by Pepper Nix.

Amy Lewis

23rd Floor (Wells Fargo Building)

I have known Amy for a long time and she is one of the most dynamic and spunky women I know! So no wonder she chose New Year's Eve for her wedding celebration, and to host her guests at the elegant downtown Wells Fargo Building. The view from the 23rd Floor is breathtaking! Amy started her evening with a ring ceremony in the Atrium followed by a scrumptious buffet dinner featuring a center-of-the-room mammoth head table. The additional reception guests arrived later in the evening to a fun party of dancing and our delicious signature desserts. And the final touch...The dramatic white fur cape and muff Amy wore for the couple's grand farewell...gorgeous! Photography by Pepper Nix.

Renee Gaddis

Pierpont Place

Chic and Sophisticated was the mantra for the Renee Gaddis wedding at the downtown Pierpont Place. Her hip style was evident in her selection of this "New York Loft" venue, her organza chair covers, and the dreamy candle walls and colors. The highlight of the evening was the Flaming Bananas Foster served with our house-made vanilla bean ice cream. Guests love this show stopping presentation as the chefs roll out their carts to flame this dessert right before their eyes. Our signature mini cupcakes were presented later in the evening to leave the guests with a touch of sweetness to this sophisticated celebration. Photography by Pepper Nix.

Nicole Lindberg

Rose Sachs Gardens

Nicole Lindberg at Rose Sachs Gardens was one of the most visually stunning weddings of the season! Her selection of colors with Tiffany blue, chocolate, and red accents were lusciously portrayed in the linens, chair ties, table runners, cake, and florals. The evening began with butler-passed hors d'oeuvres and cocktails as guests gathered before the ceremony. Nicole is a real cheese connoisseur and I loved selecting the unique cheeses for her cheese board. I was also the wedding coordinator for the evening and made sure everyone made it down the aisle! The dinner consisted of a series of substantial hors d'oeuvres to keep the party going all evening with lots of variety and adventure for everyone. A monogrammed ice sculpture chilled the gazpacho shooters as the focal point of the dinner buffet; vertical appetizer buffets were placed by the dance floor; and the quesadilla chef station was busy all evening. After the cake cutting, our butlers passed home-made gelato ice cream cones . . . the perfect ending to an exquisite night of dining, dancing, and celebration. Photography by Pepper Nix.

Jocelyn Swan

Willow Creek Country Club

The spectacular flowers, gorgeous scenery, and scrumptious dinner were combined to create this truly remarkable wedding! The bright pinks and oranges paired with the traditional elegance of the Willow Creek Country Club combined to represent our bride, Jocelyn, to a tee. Not only was she sweet, young and vivacious, but she had such an air of sophistication. Scenemakers transformed the banquet room into a garden oasis with gigantic urns of tulips and roses surrounded by lush fabric and whimsical pomander balls of carnations. Our buffet held center stage featuring chef prepared Maple Salmon, Mixed greens with strawberries, mangoes, and asparagus, our house made breads and butter blossoms, and delicious Mozzarella and tomatoes with a basil vinaigrette drizzle. Flaming Crepes tempted guests as they danced into the evening to the wonderful sounds of the Joe Muscolino band.

Jessica Campbell

Provo Home

From the moment I met Jessica and her mother Peggy, I fell in love with this darling mother/daughter team! They knew each other very well and their sense of style and quality was unmistakable. Jessica chose several shades of exquisite pink with touches of Tiffany blue to set the stage for her design. The couples' monogram was another driving theme seen in the floral wall mural, the wedding cake, the parchment packages for the home-made ice cream sandwiches, and the V Chocolate wedding favors. Peggy was concerned about this outdoor April wedding, but we kept them warm and dry in a beautiful chiffon-lined tent with whispers of pink undertones. Four chef action stations and butler-passed ice cream cones encouraged the guests to linger, to dine, and to dance throughout this fairytale evening. The enticing focal point of the tent was the 4 tier Tiffany blue monogrammed cake surrounded by a grand dessert buffet---creating a breathtaking 360 degree display of scrumptious sweets. Truly a night the Campbells and their guests will long remember.

Jessica Hadfield

Hadfield Home

One of the things I love about Utah's summers is the wonderful opportunity we have for gorgeous outdoor weddings. With our dry climate, we can plan these weddings with comfort and little worry for rain. This beautiful Hadfield wedding was set in their lush forest glen complete with babbling brook and towering trees. Jessica chose the very formal look of "Black and White" which was carried through in the alternating table linens and chairs. The morning of her wedding we had a brief rain shower, but as true to Utah weather, the evening quickly cleared off for a perfect night of celebration!

Megan Berrett

Utah Museum of Fine Arts

Megan and her mother were delightful to work with as we planned a truly stunning wedding to reflect Megan's elegant sense of style and her mother's sense of "Southern Hospitality"! Scenemakers transformed the Utah Museum of Fine Arts entry with layers of black velvet, copper organza, and twinkling candle walls. As guests entered the grand hall, they were offered tidbits of Coconut Shrimp, Maple Salmon, and Cordon Bleu on our signature floating buffets. The bride and groom mingled and danced with guests as they even found time to sample the Chef Beef Carvery, Mashed Potato Bar, and Flaming Crepes Suzettes stations. Aspen trees and candles to delight the eyes...scrumptious food and presentation to satisfy the palette all combine for a most memorable evening.

Kaleb and Sariah Crafts

Crafts Home

It's another Crafts' family wedding and the pressure is on! 400 guests coming to our home who expect only the finest that Culinary Crafts has to offer....Grill-on-site-Utah Trout with Rose-hip Aioli, Carved Stilton-crusted Beef Tenderloin with Sun-dried Tomato Chutney, Asiago Polenta, Jumbo Shrimp on Ice, and Flaming Bananas Foster on our home-made Vanilla Bean Gelato, just to name a little of the scrumptious menu. A favorite spot to watch the wedding video was the "Old-fashioned Candy Station" which used all the brides beautiful colors. Floral and decor by Scenemakers. Band and Vocals by Acoustic Soul. Photography by Busath. Videography by David Perry...the perfect day for the perfect couple.

Katie Berry

Berry Home

Talk about a dream to work with! From the very beginning, Katie and her mother, Gail, new exactly what they wanted and worked with us to provide them with Katie's dream Wedding with such graciousness and warm heartedness. It was a joint effort, with Gail and Katie searching fabric stores for just the right table runners, and our staff searching out photo booths and gorgeous, ivory lamour linens. The menu was sophisticated and upscale showcasing our beer-braised sirloin tips and Vietnamese Lacquered Chicken along with vertical displays of desserts and a fabulous tube slide for the lemonade stand! I do have to say that the most spectacular feature of Katie's reception was the giant tent glittered with hanging votives. I have never seen anything like it and the result was astonishing. Guests mingled into the evening under this twinkling canopy while they enjoyed the menu, music, and most of all- The Berry's.

Jen Cho

Red Butte Garden

With Jen's fabulous taste and attention to detail, we were able to work together to create a very sophisticated and warm reception at Red Butte Gardens. Her color choices were ivory and paprika with accents of green and orange. The style was modern and streamlined with a natural undertone representing Jen and Mike's love for the outdoors. The menu was detailed and edgy featuring individual sushi plates and Thai Lettuce Wraps. The "Ball and Chain" specialty drink was a huge hit with it's bright cherry garnish and layers of beverage. Even the children's settings were adorable with brown bag place mats and colored pencils alongside their very own box lunches personalized with each child's name!

Mallory Lake

Rose Sachs Gardens

Vegetarian cuisine, burlap linens, and unassuming, approachable service all centered on a "go green" lifestyle choice. Mallory Lake, her mother Joann, and Jeremy first approached us with some definite ideas about their reception. It had to be unique and eclectic in appearance without feeling too formal or staged and the food should be vegetarian with a tiny Asian influence. Mallory was committed to living a "green" and sustainable life alongside her fiancé Jeremy and wanted her reception to reflect these ideals. We were up for the challenge and worked closely with them on the details necessary to produce an earthy yet sophisticated reception introducing their guests to upscale vegetarian cuisine. The outcome was a gorgeous setting and a fabulous menu!

Caroline Clark

Clark Home

This is our 3rd wedding for the gorgeous Clark daughters and it continues to be our honor to serve this wonderful family. Their family home set the stage for the dinner buffets, music, dancing, and mingle. I loved Caroline's stylish impeccable taste with Blush Pink and Taupe linens, fruit wood chivari chairs, and the breathtaking floral design of Pocket Full of Posies. Whole Poached Salmon, Carved Pork Loin, Pesto Tortellini Salad, and a never-ending display of our Signature Finger Desserts are just some of her delectable offerings to ingratiate her guests.

Jessica Burbidge

Burbidge Home

Warm, classic, and inviting. The Burbidge's backyard was transformed into a beautiful Autumnal setting. The bride chose colors in copper, lime, and ivory accented with gorgeous flowers and fall foliage. Acorns and pinecones were featured in a fabulous ice tube slide and the cake table was beautifully decorated with a custom grosgrain ribbon and pinecone design. The flow and layout were executed perfectly in this yard where space was an issue. Dinner stations nestled around the perimeter allowed 400 guests to comfortably mingle throughout the evening. Guests danced into the night to the fabulous JD Moffit band and the specialty lighting strung over the yard along with the dimly lit tents covering the food stations created a truly magical evening.

Lyndsey Crayk

Tahitain Noni Gardens

There's nothing quite as lovely as an outdoor garden wedding, especially when it's set in the breathtaking Tahitian Noni Gardens. Guests entered through the Japanese gardens, across the arched bridge, and into a magical world of twinkle lights, luscious linens, and glorious food. The evening started with butler-passed hors d'oeuvres and a custom monogrammed ice slide, and then moved to chef action stations for dinner. Vertical buffets of scrumptious desserts and a home-made cookie bar tempted guests as they danced the night away.

Megan and Bryce Asay

Asay Home

The summer of 2006 brought another glorious Asay wedding. The bride, Megan Letich had her own distinctive style which brought a plethora of new ideas and colors to the Asay weddings. Vibrant tangerine and fushia set the stage for her "Summer Soiree" on the grounds of the Asay "barn". Pan-seared Macadamia-crusted Sea Bass, a Fresh Strawberry Station including mini strawberry shortcakes, and a grilling station serving mini hamburger, hot dogs, and pomme fritzes in parchment cones were just a few of the mouth-watering temptations awaiting the guests. Creating an Asay wedding is always more of a love affair than work. I have a life-long bond with this family and Megan's fun-loving personality showed through at every turn. Thank you, Megan, for the honor of serving you on this most memorable of occasions.

Shala Parrish

Parrish Home

This is one of the most elegant, breathtaking weddings I have ever catered. Shala's every decision was influenced by the grand ballroom setting in her parent's home, and her exquisite sense of style. Blush dupioni silk linens with hand-embroidered pearls, cafe lamour chair ties, silk-screened lime toppers for the veranda; every detail was fine-tuned to create a masterpiece. The classic cuisine included ice sculptures with shrimp cocktail and garden fruits, chef-carved roast pork loin, asiago polenta, vertical buffets of appetizer delicacies and artistic petite desserts, just to name a few! Mini ice cream cones were passed as guests watched Shala and her groom swirl around the ballroom for the final dance. A true fairytale celebration.

Larissa Laycock

Laycock Home

Nestled in the beautiful mountains in Alpine, Utah, the Laycock home provided the perfect setting for this stunning wedding. Lisa chose deep reds and elegant whites as the color palette; a perfect compliment to her dramatic long black hair and fair complexion. Scenemakers designed the florals using breathtaking roses, pomander balls, and rusted urns. I thoroughly enjoyed assisting Larissa and her delightful mother, Lisa, in selecting the perfect white damask linens and fruitwood chivair chairs. Butler-passed hors d'oeuvres greeted the guests as well as a light supper buffet featuring Carved Bleu Cheese-crusted Beef Tenderloin, fresh salads, our homemade breads, and dazzling desserts. The fresh lemonade stand and candy station were special hits with her kindergarten students. Fabulous from start to finish!

Katie Howard

Utah Museum of Fine Arts

Chic, Trendy and Voluptuous... all words to describe this elegant wedding at the Utah Museum of Fine Arts. Katie Howard and her mother were full of creative ideas as we planned her perfect wedding day. A string quartet played and the ceremony was performed in the beautiful Grand Hall as 200 guests looked on. Guests were then escorted to the cafe cocktail area for mojitos, sparkling lemonades, vertical buffets of tempting tidbits, and butler-passed hors d'oeuvres. For dinner, the guests returned to the transformed Grand Hall to spectacularly detailed tabled settings, linens, and abundant chef-action stations. The evening continued to unfold with toastings, dancing, and a glistening chocolate fountain display. Best wishes to this incredible couple!

Shaurzad Talieh

Talieh Home

Tuscany was the chosen theme for this relaxed summer wedding. The couple had recently moved to Salt Lake City and all of their 150 guests were traveling in from New York. The bride wanted to entertain guests at her new home and we had many logistical road-blocks which had to be planned and coordinated to pull off this elaborate wedding. The dinner was served "family-style" with a series of artfully composed platters being served to each table. "Scenemakers" sunny Tuscan florals and the splendid long dining tables added to the evening's European ambiance. Through her Persian heriage, we learned the finer art of entertaining old-world entertaining and even how to make Persian coffee! Creating a bride's unique dreams and visions are one of my favorite parts of this ever-changing bridal business!

Brittany Losee

Grandparent's Home

If you love pink, you're going to love this wedding! I think this was one of the prettiest wedding Culinary Crafts has ever catered. The flowers were breathtaking, the gigantic clear-span tent was totally amazing as the rain drizzled above our heads, and the bride was gorgeous! Butler-passed hors d'ouevres greeted the guests, followed by 8 different action stations, monogramed beverage ice sculptures, and the trendy vertical appetizer buffets. I personally handled the wedding coordination for this special day and I loved every minute of working with this amazing family as they trusted my recommendations implicitly. The perfect celebration for the perfect couple.

Thackery Wedding

Thackery Home

One of the biggest trends we are seeing is the move to home weddings, and why not? When your home is as fabulous as this, every guest will be thrilled to attend in such an elegant setting.

The bride chose the romantic colors of celadon and white, which are always classic and never go out of style. Her father is one of Culinary Crafts' corporate customers, so he knew exactly which style and foods were his favorites. A large tent framed the chef-action stations where the chefs seared Maple-glazed Salmon and sauteed Asiago Ravioli. Guests gathered around the chocolate and caramel fountain presentations which were kept beautiful all night by the use of jumbo martini glasses. A scrumptious mocktail bar offered 3 varieties of fresh lemonade: Berry Bongo, Pomegranite Peach, and Ginger Mint. Guests stayed thoughout the evening for dancing around the pool and the sounds of the Joe Muscilino Band. Enchanting!

Briana Asay

Asay Home

Every once in a while an event comes along that I hold in my heart forever. Briana Asay's wedding was just such an event.

With only three months to plan, our company was full steam ahead in creating a magnificent celebration which perfectly matched her warm personality, her breathtaking venue, and her dream of a "barn-themed" wedding. On a blustery November evening, we entertained over 600 guests in the family's new "barn," to such delights as Applewood Smoked Honey Ham with House Orange Rolls, Home-made Soup and Hot Chocolate! There was even an apple pie for each guest to take home! Briana's breathtaking photos speak for themselves.

Heidi Kohler

Hotel Park City

This is at the top of the list of Mary's favorite weddings! The breathtaking garden setting of the Hotel Park City set the stage for this magical evening. Heidi and John planned this wedding long-distance from Las Vegas, as this was a "destination wedding" for them and their guests. Guests enjoyed a whole weekend of alpine experiences, which culminated in the ceremony and formal dinner. Guests enjoyed our appetizer gallery and passed hors d'oeuvres to the sounds of the Joe Muscilino Band. Following the scrumptious four-course plated dinner, guests thrilled to the live action chef's flaming Crepe Suzette and Bananas Foster in the night air. A perfect end to a perfect day.

Brenda Moffet

Moffet Home

Brenda's wedding was held in a beautiful home high above Salt Lake City. She chose the very vibrant colors of hot pink, orange and lime green. Brenda served a Lite Supper Buffet, which is perfect for the bride who wants more than appetizers but doesn't want to go over the top with a full dinner buffet. She had the most amazing wedding cake ever! Her attention to detail was best seen in the huge floating monogram which adorned the pool. This romantic evening ended with the couple dancing in the evening twilight of a perfect western sunset.

Allison Miller

Miller Home

Guests were greeted to a fabulous ice presentation of sushi, shrimp, and lobster as the couple's signature cocktail was passed around by our handsome butlers. The tennis court was transformed to a light canopy of Japanese lanterns and Irish linen tables. The bride chose a variety of table shapes and sizes, each with a unique centerpiece to create a visual masterpiece of color. A four-course formal dinner was followed by dancing, cake service, and a final food temptation of our house-made mango and raspberry sorbets. Our chef created the custom entrée of Macadamia-crusted Sea Bass with Coconut Curry Sauce and Papaya Chutney, which has since become our most requested recipe.

Lisa Jones

23rd Floor (Wells Fargo Building)

The fabulous Wells Fargo 23rd Floor Atrium was the setting for this nouveau wedding and reception. The bride wore a stunning orange gown, while the groom was decked out in a traditional tux. All eyes were on this enchanting couple who gave love a second chance! This wedding showcases the new hors d'oeuvre style of small plates - smaller portions, artfully displayed in unique individual presentations. Each was an explosion to the taste buds!

Paige Fugal

Fugal Home

I loved the look and feel of Page's reception! Refreshing celadon greens, rich bride ivories, oriental parasols, and a glorious tent all came together to showcase the scrumptious food stations and total dining experience. The white, square wedding cake was displayed atop black river rocks and wheat grass. A creative, world-class dessert buffet awaited guests while they danced the night away.

Ryan and Jennifer Crafts

Crafts Home

When our son was married last year, I knew our guests would be expecting a blowout food presentation. We didn't disappoint them! All our chefs, complete with chef coats and tall hats, were on display to prepare some of our best signature dishes: Maple-glazed Salmon, house-made Jumbo Ravioli with Pesto and Roasted Garlic, Carved Bleu Cheese-crusted Beef Tenderloin, Sizzling Shrimp Caesar Salad, and so on and so on. All Event and Tent provided the perfect setting with their pink linens, organza toppers, and dazzling tents. Scenemakers created the sophisticated floral centerpieces complete with the tent chandelier, and silk banners waving in the summer breeze!

Rebecca Clark

Clark Home

Rebecca's personal English Garden style was employed at every turn of this romantic wedding reception. She displayed four generations of china and wedding photos to complete the Victorian feel and atmosphere. Rebecca chose a Lite Supper Buffet with Whole Poached Salmon, Carved Pork Loin with Orange, Ginger, and Rosemary, and an extravagant Grand Finale Finger Dessert Buffet, just to mention the highlights. The breathtaking buffets were beautifully staged, one around the pool and another in the upper terrace tent. As always, our well-mannered maitre d' s orchestrated the flow and timeline of the evening. Guests stayed well into the evening to dine and dance... a tribute to the gracious family and hosts.