Channing Hancock View Photos

Salt Lake City Public Library

The downtown Salt Lake Library was the perfect site for Channing's wedding. I knew it was the right match for her fusion of Asian and American contemporary style and there was plenty of room for all her areas of interest and design. I loved her white doors filled with memory photos and her "mail box" table where guest could leave the bride and groom "letters of love" . . . a lost art in today's electronic world. Food stations were the perfect fit to draw the guests throughout the library to dine and see all the displays. Savory Cheesecakes from all the world points the B&G had lived; Coconut Curry with all the trimmings; Summer Salads presented in our white honeycombs; Refreshing Lemonade station; and an "over-the-top" offering of our homemade Vintage Cakes. Floral by Scenemakers; Photography by Logan at Pepper Nix Photography.

Sheena Smith View Photos

High Star Ranch

High Star Ranch was the perfect setting for this New York City couple to find peace, beauty, and fine food to make their Utah wedding an amazing day of memories. The barn featured vineyard tables, rustic table runners, and the beautiful styling of Sarah Winward's "Honey of a Thousand Flowers."  Guests enjoyed the family-style dinner featuring some of Utah's best offerings. Afterward, guests danced the night away enjoying family, friends, and s'mores. Thanks, Michelle, and Utah Events by Design, for all your help in making Sheena's day relaxed and flawless.  

Lina and Gideon View Photos

McCune Mansion

When a bride wants a truly elegant wedding, there is no place like the McCune Mansion. Take a look at Lina and Gideon's photos to see how the Mansion was able to accommodate a large guest count for dinner by setting up buffets and seating both inside and outside. I loved the gorgeous table linens, rosette chair ties, gold chairs, gold flatware, gold-rimmed goblets . . . did I mention GOLD! Cheers to the happy couple and their wonderful night of celebration and love. Photography by OpieFoto.

Stephanie Moreton View Photos

Private Residence

Can you tell Culinary Crafts loves backyard weddings?! Stephanie's wedding looked like something right out of Cape Cod. I had such fun designing all the details from the Izze sodas in galvanized tubs, to the pasta action station, and the homemade gelato with chocolate donut holes displayed in wheat grass. My favorite spot was the white "libraries" filled with all sorts of fun things to "grab and go" throughout the evening---parchment bags of fruit & cherries, mini foccacia sandwiches, and skewered lime cilantro shrimp---yum! Thanks, Stephanie, for letting me part of this special day. Florals by Scenemakers. Photography by Pepper Nix Photography.

Sara Hoverson View Photos

High Star Ranch

I worked with Sara for almost 2 years as she dreamed and designed her wedding. She was a wonderful easy-going destination bride whose fiancé is a talented chef in Seattle. Tomas knew food and I knew I had met my match as he threw out ingredients and dishes he wanted served at the celebration. Undaunted, I did my research and was ready for their tasting of the Southwest/Northwest fusion menu I had designed. They loved it. To add a little more "chef showcase" drama, Tomas wanted chefs on-site to shuck fresh oysters for their guests . . . and he even selected the exact oysters he wanted flown in from Seattle fish market. The chef-action stations allowed the guests to sample food all evening as they dined for 4 hours! This was an evening under the stars at High Star Ranch which the guests will long remember and applaud. Photography by Pepper Nix Photography.

Nikki Julian View Photos

Red Cliff Ranch

I loved being Nikki's wedding planner and assisting her with so many details of her Red Cliff wedding. Her free spirit led the way in designing so many details from her meadow ceremony on blankets, to the lemonades to greet guests, to wild flower details for the tables, and s'mores to end the evening. Nikki was the epitome of graciousness. When it rained the day of her celebration, we had to move the ceremony to a tent by the stables. She was a real trooper and didn't let it dampen her spirits one bit. She selected a "family-style" dinner; perfect for the 80 foot communal dining table and ranch setting. As the bride and groom made their final grand send-off, lightning lit the far sky for a spectacular display of fireworks. Another one of my darling brides married to the man of her dreams. Photography by Pepper Nix Photography.

Lyndsay Johnson View Photos

Victory Ranch

Lyndsay is a rock star. From her first email saying "How's my new best girlfriend?" to her over-the-top "Guns and Roses" theme, she set a new bar for fun and frolic at a wedding celebration. Holly and I loved every minute of working with this "larger-than-life" woman who was not only one of our favorite brides but has become a good friend. Lyndsay is a graphic artist and owns her own marketing and branding company. She brought all her professional skill to the details of this wedding. She selected a fun cocktail hour with a family-style dinner at Victory Ranch, which is an undiscovered venue gem between Heber and Kamas. Another of my beautiful brides married to the man of her dreams. Photography by Pepper Nix Photography.

Gold N' Glam Inspiration Shoot View Photos

Red Cliff Ranch

In most of our Utah mountain ranch weddings, we are using a rustic look with homey comfort foods and a farm to table approach. However, this is not the perfect fit for every bride seeking the beauty of our Rocky Mountains, and thus was born our inspiration for “Gold N’ Glam.” The luscious color tones of Cabernet and Gold led the visual direction with rich textures from gold lace, ivory damask, and ivory chair tassels. I loved using the hint of Cabernet from the red charger and accented by the red napkin. Gold is back and gold is big and we weren’t shy about showing it. From the flatware to goblets, it was our accent color of choice. To set the stage for this glamorous gathering, Holly designed a lace and silk swag to drape the doors to the ranch stables. We dreamed this would be a night for guests to remember. The guests would gather for the elegant affair as the air of fine cuisine is set by serving Oysters on the Half Shelf topped with Black Sturgeon Caviar. As experienced planners, we know the opening tastes set the bar for what is to come. I love an ‘Amuse Bouche’ which literally means ‘laughing mouth.’ It is meant to awaken the palette and cleanse it for wonderful flavors to come. The fresh flavors of unadorned lump crab and bell pepper duxelle combine with a bite of heirloom cherry tomato to begin the meal. In the autumn of the year, we often offer a warm soup course instead of a cold salad . . . truly a lovely way to begin a formal plated dinner. The rich golden color of the butternut soup suited perfectly to the tablescape. The cider cream and toasted pepitos (pumpkin seeds) garnish the top to elevate it to ‘taste divine’. A simple white porcelain bowl allowed the soup to shine on the red and gold place setting. Many brides are asking for alternatives to the traditional wedding cake. We selected an small ornate gold wedding cake to act as the centerpiece to the dessert table, however the bride and groom would serve each other a bite of our Espresso and Hazelnut Marjolaine for their first exchange of food. I designed the petite black cakes to add a bit of dramatic contrast to the dessert table. What could be more stunning than black ganache cakes with edible gold glitter! Toasting is a gracious way to transition from dining to party as guests offer their warmest wishes of love. I love extra touches such as providing the bride and groom their own private red crystal champagne flutes to make the toasting even more special for them. A complete wedding design begins with a single idea, a single vision of the experience the bride and groom wish to create for their guests. Well-seasoned wedding professionals are able to take that single vision and create an entire sensory event from sights, to sounds, to tastes, to memories that live on long after the celebration. It’s why we love what we do! – Mary Crafts Homer, Culinary Crafts, Photography by Pepper Nix Photography.

Maria Gardiner View Photos

Private Residence

One of my favorite weddings of 2012 has to be Maria Gardiner. Aside from being a delightful family, this home wedding was a "first" for Culinary Crafts. The bride and her family had lived in Europe for several years and she wanted to give her guests a trip to the streets of Europe as they strolled her gorgeous backyard garden. Authentic fresh fruit and vegetable stands, deli sandwich store, apple beer and brats, flaming crepe Suzette, and Italian gelato all came together for this tour of European street cuisine. French macaroons were offered to thank the guests for celebrating with this handsome bride and groom in a night their guests will long remember. Flowers by Carolynn May at Mayflowers.

Devan Guilford View Photos

Red Cliff Ranch

Devan was our first Red Cliff wedding of the season and the Ranch was full of color. We greeted guests with our signature Lavender-infused Lemonade with Gingered Lemon as they gathered in the lower meadow for the ceremony. The front portico of the barn is the perfect spot for cocktail hour, bar, and hors d'oeuvres with banjo and guitar to set the mood. In addition to fabulous passed hors d'oeuvres, to honor the Argentine groom, we served their traditional "Picada" meat and cheese platter with crusty breads. Guests anxiously awaited the "unveil" of the communal dining room with its long vineyard tables and family-style place settings. Devan selected a classic "Utah" Buffet featuring local Beef Tenderloin and Rocky Mountain Trout.   Guests loved our "over-the-top" S'mores Bar as they danced the night away to a beautiful western sunset. Love is always in the air at Red Cliff!

Kasia Modeleski View Photos

Private Residence

This home, nestled high above Park City, is filled with wall to wall mountain views, rustic touches, and just the right amount of gorgeous finishes---perfect to host a Ranch Chic wedding! We have always embraced the rustic beauty of the mountains and now we are thrilled to be incorporating the natural elegance and sophistication that is available to us. We loved the use of these vineyard tables with such understated, yet stunning florals! The signature cocktails were perfectly suited to the bride and groom and the guests thoroughly enjoyed this special touch. We love local, we love slow food, we love the quality of the menu items it delivers, and this buffet was no exception! The bride selected a rustic “farm to table” buffet featuring fresh Utah produce, cheeses, and trout. She also knew that she wanted a small wedding cake for the traditional cake cutting, but then thrilled her guests with a fabulous dessert, cupcake, and candy buffet with multiple cupcake choices and fabulous candy in the wedding colors. Such a gorgeous wedding and such a wonderful couple!

Women in Weddings Luncheon View Photos

Red Cliff Ranch

Culinary Crafts was honored to serve Utah's Professional Women in Weddings at their annual luncheon. This year's luncheon was held at the magical Red Cliff Ranch--a perfect venue to showcase some of the hottest trends in "Ranch Chic" weddings. The long vineyard tables were set with prairie burlap runners, recycled wine bottle glasses, and wood coasters as a bread and butter plate. Guests were greeted by butlers passing hors d'oeuvres and lemonade. Family-style service suited the luncheon event perfectly with our attentive waiters on hand to take care of every need. The dessert course featured an Apple Crisp baked and served in Mason jars. As guests lingered to share, network, and enjoy the surroundings, our waiters passed our gourmet Bacon Bourbon Popcorn cones as a final treat.  Photography by David Newkirk.

Mary Crafts Ceremony Luncheon View Photos

Red Cliff Ranch

The beautiful Red Cliff Ranch was the site of Mary and Rick 's wedding ceremony. Mary wanted a "ceremony in the round" and the circular pavillion was the perfect place. Immediately following the ceremony guests enjoyed passed hors d'oeuvres and Culinary Crafts' signature beverage: Lavender-infused Lemonade with a Gingered Lemon Wheel. For the wedding luncheon the 100 guests were seated at a gorgeous vineyard dining table, with an elegant floral hedge centerpiece, for the most amazing family-style dinner imaginable. The menu started with a plated summer salad of local produce served with artisan breads placed at each setting. The three delicious entrees included Grilled Rocky Mountain Trout, Mesquite Flank Steak with Artichoke and Potato Hash garnished with Arugula, and a rich Chanterelle and Sweet Corn Gnocchi. After their entrees, each guest was presented with a demi-plate of Mary's favorite Utah cheeses served with a honeycomb and Utah cherries. This once in life-time wedding luncheon culminated with an elegant dessert trio of pistachio cake, salted caramel mousse, and decadent chocolate pots de creme.

As valets returned the cars, guests were delighted to find yet another treat of homemade cookies for the adults and purple jelly beans for the children. Oh, did we forget to mention the kids? Mary left no detail unturned. The kids tables were complete with blinking glasses, toys, and their own special menu complete with in-room nanny! Memories enough to fill a lifetime of love. Photography by Pepper Nix Photography and ZumaPhoto.

Mary Crafts Rehearsal Dinner View Photos

Private Residence

Mary was one of the first to begin the trend of the 3 day wedding celebration affair. When guests are coming from all across the country, it is nice to create a long weekend of events to make this a reunion guests will never forget. Mary was blending families and wanted to create a comfortable casual evening for the rehearsal dinner. Thus was born her idea to host the evening in her backyard with a gourmet hamburger and hot dog barbecue. Add a scrumptious pulled pork sandwich, smoked paprika potato salad, and lobster marscapone mac & cheese to the menu and you are set for a sensational BBQ to share with family and friends. After dinner and games, a gourmet roast-your-own "S'more" bar and homemade ice cream and soda floats kept the party going. It was the start of a perfect weekend of love and laughter. Photography by Pepper Nix Photography and ZumaPhoto.

Mary Crafts Wedding Celebration View Photos

Private Residence

The final day of this 3 day extravaganza was the over-the-top dinner buffet reception for 500 guests at a private mountain estate. It took dozens of staff two days to set the elaborate series of tents, linens, lighting, stage, and decor to make this magical evening a reality. Thanks to all of Culinary Crafts' wonderful professional wedding vendor friends, Mary and Rick were able to relax and enjoy this flawless evening of food stations, dancing under the stars, and even fireworks! Culinary Crafts' staff were committed to making sure Mary's wedding was executed with the same level of excellence she has given to all her brides over the last 28 years. Kudos and a round of applause to everyone, and a special congratulations to Mary and Rick! Photography by Pepper Nix Photography and ZumaPhoto.

Brynlee Fielding View Photos

Private Residence

Pretty In Pink is the perfect way to describe this beautiful romantic wedding. I loved working with mother and daughter to create their perfect vision of backyard elegance and warmth. We began by greeting guests with vintage crystal chandeliers and lanterns leading to the garden party. The flowers were the prettiest I had seen in the vintage containers and milk glass vases set on peach lamour cloths with natural linen runners. The food featured a "Light Supper Buffet" with an array of summer salads, breads, fruits, and a showstopper ice sculpture and shrimp display. The beverage station featured summer lemonades and the hit of the evening was the homemade gelato dipping case. We provided a stunning setting for her picture-perfect cake by framing it with linen draping and once again, the vintage chandeliers. And true love was in the air!

Jamie Flores View Photos

Red Butte Garden

Jamie Flores was a chic and elegant wedding Culinary Crafts catered at Red Butte Garden. The soft palette of pewter, mint, and blush pink was understated and gorgeous, not to mention perfectly blended with the natural beauty of the space. The guests were greeted by butlers serving an array of passed hors d’oeuvres like roasted corn cakes with goat cheese and honey, Parmigiano-stuffed dates wrapped in Prosciutto, and rock shrimp with wasabi aioli and Thai chili sauce. Later, they dined on a summer buffet with Sesame-crusted Eggplant and green coconut curry sauce, Barley Salad with tomatoes, scallions, cucumber and mint lime dressing, Jack Daniels Puree of Yam with buttered pecans, Spinach and Romaine Salad with goat cheese, dried cranberries, pears and candied walnuts dressed with a caramelized onion balsamic vinaigrette, and Seared Asparagus with lemon and Parmesan curls. The use of the wedding colors in the sumptuous linens and florals, and even the delicate French macaroons added to this beautiful event that guests will remember for a lifetime. Photography by Logan Walker, a Pepper Nix Photographer.

Kate Lovell View Photos

Salt Lake Hardware Building

When everything comes together in perfection, it is a glorious celebration for the bride and groom. Kate selected great vendors so she could just relax and enjoy her once-in-a-lifetime event. Mara Marian was the talented wedding planner. Salt Lake Hardware Building was the urban chic venue. Culinary Crafts was the skilled caterer. Oooo...fabulous. I loved the mix of vineyard tables and set linen tables. Guests were greeted with Signature Mocktails and Butler-passed Hors d'oeuvres. They were also treated to two great stations of scrumptious salads displayed in white honeycombs and the ever-popular Mashed Potato Bar. To top off the evening, guests delighted to Mini Chocolate Chip Cookies and Milk Shooters and Chocolate-dipped Raspberries and Strawberries. As you can see, everything came together for a super-happy bride and groom. Photography by Logan Walker of Pepper Nix Photography.

Angela and Jim View Photos

Salt Lake Hardware Building

This wedding was so much fun! Held at the historic Salt Lake Hardware Building, the couple chose a bright and colorful palette of red, turquoise, and hints of goldenrod yellow which was perfect amidst the architectural details of the space! We loved creating the jubilant mood with strung lights, handmade paper flowers, creative linens, and custom signage. The food was definitely fun as well! We had our signature Southwestern quesadilla action station, a wood fired-pizza station, butler-passed house made gelato, signature cocktails, and a custom dessert buffet with all the couple's favorite treats! What an amazing party! Photography by Heidi Ann Photography, Logan Walker of Pepper Nix Photography, and Kelli Bramble of Pepper Nix Photography.

Maile Richardson View Photos

Private Residence

One of the things I love about catering, and especially weddings, is working so closely with people and brides to create their once in a life time event . . . to make sure all their dreams and visions come true.  The Richardson family is one of those families that was so fabulous to work with and they trusted me to create the perfect Italian menu to set the atmosphere for her dreams of Tuscany. The vineyard tables and muslin canopy were a perfect setting for 600 guests to enjoy the gorgeous summer night under the stars. The Italian supper buffet featured a live pasta station and over-the-top candy station was a hit with the bridesmaids. And what could have been a better touch for the Tuscan evening than our home-made gelato station and fresh-prepared Italian creme sodas! 

Holly Valejos View Photos

Private Residence

There is nothing quite as fabulous as a picture perfect poolside wedding. Holly's father is all about serving his guests with excellence and abundance . . . and the guests were certainly treated to some amazing food with on-site grilling and tons of stations. The candy and dessert table was very fun to design in her colors. We just love the fun variations on the lemonade! Not only was this wedding beautiful and full of delicious food, but the green and yellow color palette was a perfect summer choice.  Add the contrast of the blue skies and this event was drop dead gorgeous! Photography by ZumaPhoto.

Jeanette Warne View Photos

Private Residence

Summer in Utah is the perfect time to host an outdoor wedding and what more perfect spot than a local farm complete with barn, animals, and lots of green grass! At this wedding you can see it was all about the food as guests stayed for hours enjoying the slider station, quesadilla station, and most of all the magnificent dessert station! We designed several lounge vignettes so guests would not only enjoy the beautiful tent area but linger in a comfortable relaxed setting. During wedding season, it's all about pink! Photography by ZumaPhoto.

Brooke Mariger View Photos

Private Residence

Brooke's romantic wedding was all about the details. The soft pink tones and lace touches reflected the gentle lady she is. The backyard setting was perfect for all the "wooded" details with her signage. She used potted plants for place cards and even provided "Popsicle stick boats" for the children to float down the stream. The summer dinner buffet was full of scrumptious food but the highlight of the evening was the dessert buffet. The crystal chandeliers and soft mint green linens set the stage for this focal point with Macaroon Trees and Luscious Cakes. Perfect memories of a perfect day. Photography by ZumaPhoto.

Matthew Edwards and Marybeth Small View Photos

Utah State Capitol

Sometimes we never meet the bride as was the case when Representative Becky Edwards planned an elegant wedding for her son in Utah as the bride was planning the celebration in Boston. What more fitting place than the State Capitol Rotunda with pewter and black linens, and the perfect menu for a December night. Guests were greeted with tray-passed hot cocoa and a station of warm homemade soups. A nod to the bride was given with the New England crab cakes on grilled ciabatta with bleu cheese coleslaw. And the dessert . . . ooh la la . . . our signature chocolate whoopie pies with homemade peppermint gelato. Even the flavor-infused waters joined in the celebration of fabulousness! Photography by Cake Photography.

Garrett Goff and Taylee Garn View Photos

Salt Lake Hardware Building

Talk about a romantic wedding! This gorgeous wedding was hosted at the Salt Lake Hardware building with elegant linens, chair sashes, ceiling draping, and pastel florals. I love the linens on the cake table and the special table just for the bride and groom. We served chef stations for the freshest food with maple salmon, sweet potato ramekins, and our homemade breads, just to name a few selections. Guests were treated to over the top desserts of fire...flaming donuts with gelato and flaming bananas foster with bread pudding! Yum! Photography by Cake Photography.

Kate Whittenberg View Photos

Private Residence

Kate's wedding was a princess fairy tale wedding designed after the British Royal wedding and she was certainly just as beautiful. Not only was their wedding drop dead gorgeous, but they had a ton of delicious Culinary Crafts' food! At this wedding, the rustic wood fire pizza oven fit right in---as did the flaming doughnut bar. This event was dreamy, delectable, and down right stunning. Photography by Jacque Lynn Photography.

Rayna Clay View Photos

Utah Museum of Fine Arts

Rayna Clay was truly an amazing bride. She created one of the most breathtaking weddings I have ever catered....and all long distance as both she and her groom were from out-of-state. Rayna chose black, white, silver and red to create a stunning bold look in her decor, linens, china, florals, cake, and everywhere. We started out with exquisite butler-passed hors d'oeuvres, then a gourmet formal dinner, and ended with cake and dancing. This wedding was honored to be one of the featured weddings of the year in Salt Lake Bride and Groom Magazine! Photography by Jessica Kettle Photography and Zuma Photo.

Genevieve Ricart View Photos

Salt Lake City Public Library

Genevieve Ricart selected the new Salt Lake Library with its contemporary design for her beautiful wedding celebration. The evening began with cocktail and hors d'oeuvres on the upper deck overlooking the city. The formal dinner was served in the open atrium lobby....gorgeous! I loved all the little touches we put in this wedding from the chair ties, Emerald green goblets, individual bread baquettes, to the modern styling of her plated salad and entree. What fabulous memories of her special day! Photography by Zuma Photo.

Kelli Hurst View Photos

Rose Sachs Gardens

What a gorgeous bride with such great style! Creating Kelli's menu to complement the beautiful, natural, feminine, but woodsy feel of her decor was a joy. Red and green grape clusters with a passion fruit curd, delicious seasonal roasted vegetables with a mango chutney, and perfectly caramelized balsamic glazed chicken skewers made for an elegant light supper along with flaming dessert crepes. The butler-passed gelato cones added a touch of whimsy and refreshment on this hot August night while guests enjoyed the music and setting well into the evening. Photography by Zuma Photo.

Ellie Culp and Pete Gail View Photos

Red Cliff Ranch

Red Cliff Ranch up Heber Canyon was the setting for this glorious event complete with cocktails in the horse arena, dinner in the barn, s'mores in the yard, and Utah's most breathtaking setting! The cocktail hour centered all the hors d'oeuvres around "potatoes"! Nine of the most creative ways to serve bites of potatoes--my favorite the homemade potato chip with rolled sushi salmon and lime buds. Dinner awaited guests in the barn amidst candles, flowers, and wood vineyard tables. Each course was served family-style from the grilled lamb to the grilled trout to the wood-fired vegetables...fabulous! Guests danced the night away while nibbling on the "Utah" candy station, cake, and demi cocoas. I loved being on-site to make sure each detail I had planned made for a flawless evening. Congratulations Pete and Ellie!

Katie Burkholz View Photos

Private Residence

I loved these colors! The turquoise and copper are not just a stunning color combination, but such natural colors to our surroundings here in Utah. I always say that the details make the wedding and there are so many here to see! Coleen Waters, the event designer, did a fantastic job of showcasing the colors while also paying attention to all of the details that make a wedding reception so special. The different shades of turquoise pompom balls hung as a canopy over the seating tables. From the crystal chandeliers to the gorgeous flowers and the photo booth favors, everything came together to make this such a sweet reception. We wanted to keep the menu light with some homemade sandwiches and fresh fruit. On another station, we served our specialty flaming Crepes for dessert! Such an elegant summer evening, spent in celebration... what could be better?! Photography by Zuma Photo.

Dashell Hansen View Photos

Johnson Mill

I loved the natural and elegant style that Dashell chose for her wedding reception. The pops of color, the food, the decor, and the venue all seemed so effortless. We served an elegant lite supper menu for her ceremony guests. These are some of my favorite menus for summer receptions. The menu features fresh, local ingredients and incorporates them into a lighter fare. Salads and fruits are accompanied by our housemade breads and a simple carvery. The menu is more than a lite reception, but not as heavy as a dinner... perfect for summer time! The decor matched the menu... light and airy with an appreciated elegance. Dashell's guests enjoyed themselves well into the evening, dancing the night away at the lush Johnson Mill Bed and Breakfast. Photography by Zuma Photo.

Natalie Cruz View Photos

Park City Ranch

The location of Natalie's wedding helped to dictate her menu as well as her decor. When working at such a beautiful ranch in the mountains of Park City, why try to create anything but rustic, soft, and natural? Rachel Heimer and Jen from Scenemakers worked together to create a layout, flow, and design that represented Natalie's desire to work with her surroundings. We chose the ceremony site overlooking the valley and created a backdrop from recycled wood and softly colored flowers. The guests were invited to long wooden benches for a gorgeous view of the ceremony. We moved into the barn for the reception where we hosted a variety of dinner stations as well as passed hors d'oevures, vertical small plated hors d'oeuvres, and cocktails into the evening. Guests were seated at long, rustic, vineyard tables with delicate flowers and linen runners. The custom candy and dessert table was created to accent the ranch feel with chocolate cigars and homemade petit fours. The band was a centerpiece to the evening party and played music into the night while everyone enjoyed the music, food, and company.

Trudy Christiansen Rehearsal Dinner View Photos

Private Residence

When hosting a rehearsal dinner, you want the atmosphere to feel laid back and relaxed, yet still show a sense of style. We created this event in its entirety from the wooden tables to the ethnic throw pillows to the delicate and whimsical flower arrangement. Culinary Crafts and Rachel Heimer attended to every detail. The menu was authentic and casual with Fajitas and burritos, fresh fruit, and delicious salsas and accompaniments. Desserts were the star with homemade flan and chocolate chipotle cupcakes with a candied Jalapeno garnish. We served authentic Mexican sodas and citrus water from our tall "giraffe" dispensers and guests spent the evening truly enjoying their time together among the paper lanterns and lit canopy.

Bonnie Clark View Photos

Private Residence

I loved the details on the Victorian Era inspired wedding. The lace table linens, the antique books, and the lush floral centerpieces all created by Scenemakers really brought the look together. The Clark home was the perfect setting for this Garden party. We served a traditional dinner for her guests featuring our mouth watering Chicken Dijonaisse with Rice Pilaf. We brought the Victorian detail into the dinner by pre-setting English scones with Utah Honey and jam. The Dessert table combined with the Wedding cakes were the piece de resistance of the evening with old fashioned candies, fruit tartlettes, and the wonderful buttercream cakes, we created a Victorian dessert delight! Guests really enjoyed the evening, and though we had just a drizzle of rain...the evening turned out to be magical and fun for all!

Rachel Skalla and Drew Parcell View Photos

Stonegate Community Pool

It was easy to help Rachel and Drew find a theme for their celebration once I found out their favorite drink was Diet Coke! "Rachel and Drew...it's the real thing!" We created an amazing ice sculpture to hold the evening's beverage of choice served in trendy mini aluminum bottles. The setting at the Stonegate Community Pool nestled in the majestic Wasatch mountains set the stage for a magical evening of the things fairy tales are made of. The formal greeting line, the chef-action stations, gelato bar, beverages, cake, lounge furniture, and dance band encircled the serene pool. Rachel was another smart bride that took my advice to start her evening at "half-past seven" so the beauty of the western sky and twilight evening set the perfect atmosphere. I loved being on-site to make sure every detail was handled and even I enjoyed a Coke and moment of rest. This was my second wedding for the Skallas and they still have two daughters to go!! Love to you, Mary

Lacey Laycock View Photos

Private Residence

This is the second wedding we catered for the Laycock family. Lacey was living in Hawaii and her parents were LDS mission presidents in Peru during the entire planning process. They asked me to coordinate all the details as the bride and family would be arriving only days before the wedding. I called on all my favorite vendors to create a breathtaking evening of scrumptious food, music, mingling, and dancing. A special thank you to Scenemakers, Busath Photography, David Perry Films, Carrie's Cakes, Diamond Rental, Swanovation Ice, and the Joe Muscillino Band for helping me make a celebration the family and guests will long remember.

Erica Richards View Photos

Private Residence

Planning this wedding was a "family affair" with everyone involved including Erica--the bride, Susan--her mother, and John--her father! Sometimes this can be a difficult situation but not with this family. They were delightful from the first meeting to the last! Guests were greeted into a dazzling chandelier-lit tent with gorgeous florals by Holly Fowler of Hollyhocks. Erica took my advice and started her reception later in the evening to take advantage of the dusky sky, and her luscious colors of watermelon and pink were the perfect combination for this summer evening. I designed a series of chef-action stations to entertain the guests including "The Martini Salad Station", Thai Lettuce Wraps, Tuscan Summer Pasta, Americana Beef Carvery, and Flaming Crepe Suzettes. It's amazing how festive a simple water station can be when it is done right! A favorite of the evening was the mobile gelato station serving our scrumptious signature ice cream. A wedding fit for a princess such as Erica.

Chelsea Osborn View Photos

Sleepy Ridge

Chelsea choose the beautiful Sleepy Ridge Sunset Room as the elegant setting for her glorious wedding celebration. The hit of the evening was the candy station I designed coordinating her colors of pink, olive green, and chocolate. I even found some chocolate almond "olives" which were such a conversation piece! Food was very important to her father and the presentation had to be abundant and very visual. I designed an open chef-action buffet with the chefs working in the center and a full 360 degree presentation to fill the center of the ballroom. Our "Flavored Waters" station continues to be popular with the non-drinking crowd. Waiters served our signature gelato directly to guests. Every thing from her custom linens, to the candy station, to floral, to cake, and even the ice cream reflected her elegant style and colors. Congratulations, Chelsea, and thanks for letting me be part of your family for an evening!

Michell View Photos

Private Residence

I loved the details that made this wedding so special. The dinner for intimate friends and family followed by a fantastic dessert table, chocolate fountain, and flaming crepes station. The color palatte was classic and elegant with black and white with red accents. We made custom signs for the candy and dessert table to accent the colors while keeping the overall look luxe and striking. We created ice vases to surround the chocolate fountain filled with fresh fruit for dipping while the flaming crepes created a "fire and ice" type feel. The ice drink tube was a huge hit and all enjoyed the fun photobooth.

Kim Brunken and McKay Jacobson View Photos

Private Residence

In the style of a truly classic Martha's Vineyard, the Kim Brunken wedding was a genuine reflection of the bride's home and family life. I loved meeting with Kim and her parents as we put her vision to life with her menu, linens, floral, and design. The lush backyard garden was the perfect setting for the low-hanging lanterns, rattan lounge furniture, and natural linen table cloths. And what flowers could be more perfect than hydrangias! Guests were greeted by passed hors d'oeuvres and later enjoyed passed mini gelato cones. The lite supper buffet featured long-stemmed strawberries, chef-carved roast pork loin, and an array of summer salads & breads. I loved the beverage station with bottled French lemonade and sparkling waters. Guests danced the night away to the sounds of Joe Muscolino, the tastes of cake from Maha at Pastry Arts, and the sight of flowers designed by Roots.

Lauren Magleby and Michael Reid View Photos

American Fork Amphitheater

Beauty, romance, soft lace, vintage styling...are the words for Lauren's wedding. Her sense of style was evident at every turn in the perfectly orchestrated wedding by Amorology Wedding Planners, Culinary Crafts, and Scenemakers. Lauren selected the lush garden setting at the American Fork Amphitheater where dinner guests were greeted with butler-passed hors d'oeuvres and summer beverages. Guests love the "Cocktail Lounge" as a place to gather before dinner, and retreat for a quiet place during the party. One of my favorite touches was the seating card table designed with heirloom jewelry and vintage lace. The dining tables were a site to behold with lace and linen cloths, custom napkins, menu cards, and overflowing candy at the children's tables. One of the things which sets Culinary Crafts apart is our on-site preparation of all the hot food items. We set an on-site kitchen in a staging tent and brought our chefs to prepare much of the menu on-site and served directly from oven to table for restaurant-quality food service. Following the dinner and toasting, additional reception guests were invited for dancing and desserts. The vintage dessert tables were covered in woven ribbons with jeweled signage and vintage cake plates. A flawless wedding of romance and style. Congratulations, Lauren and Mike!

John and Kelsi Mellor View Photos

Private Residence

Some weddings exceed all dreams and this wedding is certainly one of them. I loved every step of planning this amazing celebration and I hope you catch the ecstasy of this memorable evening. Guests arrived to Butler-passed Hors d'oeuvres and a creative bar featuring a Summer Fruit Sangria and Blue Moon Beer. The theme of their love story..."Such a love only comes around once in a Blue Moon". Following the wedding ceremony the tent was transformed into an elegant dining room featuring our new Vineyard Tables with Fruitwood Chivari chairs. The bride and groom selected white bistro china, amber goblets, and twisted copper flatware to accent the natural setting of their country home. Following the formal plated dinner for 150 guests, Culinary Crafts presented abundant action stations to an additional 400 guests as they arrived to dance, laugh, and celebrate with John and Kelsi. Photography by Zuma Photo.

Stephanie Bush View Photos

Private Residence

A beautiful wedding for a gorgeous bride! This is one of my favorite menus this year. Stephanie's wedding was full of all of the fun details that make receptions great! Guests were graciously greeted with a flute of champagne topped with a delicately floating raspberry as they entered for the ceremony. Upon entry, they caught a glimpse of our custom-made candy table with artisan chocolates and handmade details. After the ceremony, guests were treated to a gourmet selection of action stations and fabulous bite-sized hors d'oeuvres. Kobe beef sliders with a Quail egg and caramelized onions with sweet potato fries were served at one end of the yard while Halibut parcels with a cilantro lime marinade, saffron rice, cucumber raita and naan were in another section. Over in another corner we had a Gaucho beef tenderloin with a chimichurri sauce and 3 tomato salad. A sticks and skewers station with a scallop ceviche sticks, sweet and spicy shrimp skewers, cumin orange beef skewers, and saffron chicken skewers in Asian to go's with sesame soba noodles. Grilled on site were steak tacos with a smoky tomatillo sauce and a black bean and corn salad. Our waiters butler-passed hors d'oeuvres and also featured some delightful tastes on our signature vertical buffets. On the warm May evening, the signature Vodka lime ricky was a hit and guests danced the afternoon away to the sounds of a live band. Photography by Zuma Photo.

Embree Rehearsal Dinner View Photos

Private Residence

Well, this was just about the funnest rehearsal dinner...ever!!! We roasted a whole pig on a spit...North Carolina style, y'all! While Kaleb headed up the pig roast portion, which took 8 hours of turning all day long, I put together this darling design. We wanted it to be casual, yet fun with all of the details. Bandana napkins tied with rafia around bamboo flatware were at each setting. Darling alternating centerpieces with bright yellow daisies in red buckets and wooden containers, chalkboard signs, and an amazing bluegrass band helped to create a wonderful evening with family and friends. As the nighttime approached our red and yellow star lanterns lit up the night while guests enjoyed some good ol' fashioned barbecue with collard greens, watermelon, bourbon buttered corn on the cob, rich and delicious mac and cheese, and grilled vegetables with a mango chutney. The pig had been mopped all day in a vinegar-based North Carolina sauce and when we pulled that baby off the bone, folks began to swoon over the succulent pork pieces. We wrapped things up with strawberry shortcake and sent everyone into the night...bellies full and anticipating the reception the next day... Photography by Zuma Photo.

Martina Gaspari View Photos

Red Butte Garden

Martina and Nathan had such a pretty reception at Red Butte Garden. It was an afternoon luncheon and the weather was just perfect! Sunny with just the perfect breeze! I loved the details of this reception. The specialty drink, all of our specialty signage to label the menu items and accent her theme. And her details...the Italian themed bride and groom chairs, the whimsical, garden-like centerpieces by Every Blooming Thing, and the traditional Italian favors made by Martina herself. Martina's entire family is from Italy. We planned her reception during her brief trips to the US. Her menu had to impress! We served my personal favorite, fennel and paprika rubbed chicken with a fresh Greek salsa, seared asparagus spears with shaved parmigiano reggiano, and polenta. (Did you know this is considered peasant food in Italy?) Sam made our breads that morning and we served a fresh salad to the bride's liking. I received a letter from the groom saying that the guests raved about the food and service! They said it was some of the best they had had ANYWHERE---Whew! Best wishes Martina and Nate! Photography by Zuma Photo.

Sarah Shechter View Photos

Red Butte Garden

Sarah and Matt's reception at the beautiful Red Butte Garden infused elegance and sophistication into every detail from the menu, to the venue, to the gorgeous aubergine and kiwi color scheme. The evening began with passed hors d'oeuvres featuring our fabulous Ahi tuna tartar cones with Wasabi guacamole and our yummy crab cakes with a caper chive dipping sauce accompanied by an elegant top shelf bar service. As we invited guests to be seated, we welcomed them to a bountiful buffet where we served our signature, bleu cheese encrusted beef tenderloin and our applewood smoked Utah trout with rose hip aioli. After dinner, guests enjoyed a fantastic dessert array with Lime and Raspberry curd layered with Zabaglione, miniature Apple tartlettes, and Chocolate pot de creme. This truly was an evening to remember from beginning to end. Photography by Pepper Nix.

Emily Skalla View Photos

Private Residence

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 View Photos

Private Residence

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 View Photos

Private Residence

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. 

Susan Hyde View Photos

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.

Lucy Hayes View Photos

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 Zuma Photo.

Kelsey Nixon Reception View Photos

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 Zuma Photo.

Kelsey Nixon Rehearsal Dinner View Photos

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 Zuma Photo.

Kara Dickenson View Photos

Private Residence

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 Zuma Photo.

Grace Chubb View Photos

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 View Photos

Private Residence

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 View Photos

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 Zuma Photo.

Shelley Rodriguez View Photos

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.

Renee Gaddis View Photos

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 View Photos

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 View Photos

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.

Jen Cho View Photos

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 View Photos

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!

Jessica Burbidge View Photos

Private Residence

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.

Megan and Bryce Asay View Photos

Private Residence

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 pommes frites 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 View Photos

Private Residence

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.

Shaurzad Talieh View Photos

Private Residence

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 View Photos

Private Residence

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.

Briana Asay View Photos

Private Residence

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 View Photos

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 View Photos

Private Residence

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.