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Check out this fun video on the Tasting Room that CEO Access & Bride Access created! The Tasting Room is truly a versatile and AMAZING space whether you are planning a wedding or hosting a corporate or social event! Happy watching everyone!

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As some of you may know, our very own Mary Crafts-Homer writes fabulous restaurant reviews for each issue of UV Magazine!  From high end eateries to down home comfort classics, she reviews them all.  And you know you can count on Mary to let you know exactly which are the best bites!  In the current issue, she reviewed The Old Towne Grill, which is part of the historic Center Street area in Provo.  I don’t know about you, but if the cheesecake photo (above) is any indication, this place is AMAZING!  If you want to read more about what she thought, pick up a copy of UV Magazine today.  Not only is Mary’s awesome review inside, but lots of other great stuff!  Happy reading everyone!

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We loved this GORGEOUS woodland whimsy wedding (which was featured in Salt Lake/Park City Bride& Groom Magazine and you can see our post on that here) – and even more amazing?  It was featured on Style Me Pretty!  You can see their post here.  This day was STUNNING and working with fabulous vendors like Sarah Winward of Honey of a Thousand Flowers, Mara of Events by LMG, and Julie of Layers made it all the better!  Definitely check out the beauty of this wedding on Style Me Pretty!  You won’t regret it!  Happy planning everyone!

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Photo by Jesse Erasmus Photography

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Today, I have another STUNNING wedding from last year that we just LOVE, LOVE, LOVE.  This wedding was packed full with so much loveliness, that I need to split it up into 3 more manageable morsels.  Today – the venue!  This ranch chic wedding was held at the High Star Ranch in Kamas, Utah and it is simply a perfect picturesque balance of rustic elements and natural beauty.  The couple chose to host their wedding here to show their out of town guests the splendor of the Utah mountains, but they didn’t stop there.  The decor and food definitely took this wedding from pretty to GORGEOUS.  Seriously, so awesome, but lets start with the venue which set the scene for this amazing day.  Check it out!

The heavenly skies set off the lush mountain views perfectly.  The High Star Ranch is a one-of-a-kind venue that we can’t get enough of!

We loved the sprawling layout of this event complete with a lounge area, dinner tables, multiple action stations, oyster shack, bean bag toss, and dance floor – the guest had plenty to see and do!

Isn’t this just the most beautiful ceremony location?  A babbling brook, enormous shade tree, the base of a mountain – all together, just PERFECT!  We loved the way this ceremony set the tone for this gorgeous day.

Aren’t these tables amazing?  We’ll show you more of the pretty details, but we loved the natural color palette with the bright citrus pops.  A lovely combination for this mountain setting.  Plus the barn is hands down one of my favorite spaces!  Love the strung lights, rough hewn beams, and the character of it.  Just a great addition to this beautiful venue!

Don’t you just love this place?  I can’t wait to show you more from this wedding – because, believe me, it gets SO much better!  Stay tuned everyone!  Happy planning!

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We are so thrilled to have found out that we were mention in the FABULOUS Ann Elizabeth‘s blog!  This post – all about cakes and parties themed around Ann Elizabeth‘s gorgeous invitations – was AMAZING.  You can check it out here.  We loved, loved, loved being a part of the events and had a blast coming up with creative ways to carry out the theme!  Thank you so much to Ann Elizabeth and, by the way, we loved the beautiful cakes from Layers that were featured in the post too!  Happy party planning everyone!

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Even though we are almost into the full swing of wedding season, some of you still may be searching for stellar vendors to make your event AMAZING!  With that in mind, I thought this ever-so-helpful advice from our very own Mary Crafts-Homer would be perfect for anyone looking for a top-notch caterer.  These “Top 5 Questions to Ask Your Caterer” are a good way to find out which caterer will fit your taste, style, and budget – so you can sit back and relax, knowing that you’ve picked the best fit for you and your wedding!  Check it out!

1.  Let your caterer know your budget up front and ask what would be the best fit for your event based on that budget.  You may want a 7 course plated dinner for all your guests but that definitely adds major cost to your bottom line – so unless your budget allows for it, let the caterer suggest other options – such as a gorgeous dinner buffet with similar food options to cut your cost.  If the caterer won’t work with your budget or tries to upsell you an event you aren’t sure you can afford – be wary.  Also make sure that you trust your caterer enough to give you ideas you wouldn’t have thought of yourself, but also make sure that they keep your vision at the forefront.  It’s your day, after all!

2.  Ask if there are any additional costs for labor, alcohol service, gratuity, etc. that will be added into your final total.  This is especially important if you have a tight budget and do not want to be surprised with the final bill the week before your wedding.  Most caterers will outline any additional labor costs, extra staff costs, alcohol provider’s costs, and also suggest a gratuity based on your cost.  Make sure you are aware of the costs involved and plan for your budget and there will be no surprises at the end.  Also, remember the gratuity is based on the service provided.  So your gratuity should reflect your overall happiness with the event and service.

3.  Ask if the food is prepared on-site or in a kitchen off-site.  Culinary Crafts prides itself on preparing their food at the event site (which is one of the reasons it is SO delicious and fresh).  This allows you to plan for how much space the caterer will need to prepare the food and plan a layout where they will have their “back of house” or prep area.  You don’t want to be figuring this out on the day of – you’ll have more important things to focus on!

4.  Ask if they are a full service caterer or not.  Meaning, are they just going to show up and make sure the food is taken care of?  Or are they going to make sure that the layout is the way that you (the client) have envisioned?  And that the cake shows up?  Or that the rental company has delivered the chairs and linens you ordered?  Culinary Crafts will make sure all facets of the event are taken care of from layout to set up to execution.  Of course, a wedding planner would do this as well – so if you have hired one, Culinary Crafts will work closely with the planner to make sure everything goes off without a hitch.  One less thing to worry about on your wedding day!

5.  Ask other wedding vendors and past client about their experience with the caterer you are considering hiring.  No matter what the reputation is of the caterer, you should ask vendors and clients you know and trust about their experience with the caterer to find out if they would recommend them or had any problems with them.  It’s always important to know who you are doing business with.  It’ll make sure you are happy in the long run!

Happy planning everyone!

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Photo by Logan Walker, A Pepper Nix Photographer

As many of you may know, each year Culinary Crafts creates a holiday gift basket – featuring a mouthwatering smorgasbord of delectable delights from the kitchens of Culinary Crafts, as well as some additions from our ever-talented local food artisans.  Since we’ve started creating these stellar holiday baskets, we have also featured a signature Beehive Cheese that was handmade by members of our team with the fabulous Beehive Cheese cheese-makers – and these flavors are usually new, inventive, and SCRUMPTIOUS.  Well, let me tell you, I am THRILLED to try this year’s beauty – and just because I think our readers are the best – I’m going to share a little sneak peek of what’s in store!  Check it out!

Not only does this cheese sound TASTY, but it’s gorgeous as well!  We are so excited to put together this year’s holiday gift and just know it wouldn’t be the same without the Culinary Crafts’s signature Beehive Cheese!  Yum!  Happy dreaming everyone!

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