Delivering unique, "platinum" quality event experiences, A Platinum Event Catering & Event Planning

With Thanksgiving only a couple of days ago and the holiday party season upon us, we can’t help but still have delisous food on the brain.  Gathering around the table to celebrate with friends and family is a tradition that dates back to the earliest of times.  Weddings in Woodinville is happy to have A Platinum Event catering  & event planning help make this part of your wedding preparation delicious, effortless & memorable.

A Platinum Event is a premium full-service gourmet catering and event planning company committed to delivering unique, "platinum" quality event experiences. Combining a customer-centric philosophy, proven expertise, and a commitment to excellence at all levels, A Platinum Event offers our clients a highly personalized, full service catering and event planning experience customized to meet their individual needs.  We continually strive to exceed our customers and their guest’s expectations. Whatever the occasion, we are dedicated to making your personal vision a reality while eliminating the stress and worry often associated with event planning and execution. We work hard so our clients don’t have to!

 

A Platinum Event - The Finest in Epicurean Catering & Event Planning

A Platinum Event will be featured at Columbia Winery during Weddings in Woodinville, January 29^th, 2012.

For more information about A Platinum Event: 

206.240.4538

kari@aplatinumevent.com

www.aplatinumevent.com

Succulent Savvy at Willows Lodge by Jennifer Taylor of Taylor'd Events by Jennifer

Willows Lodge is located on five landscaped acres beautifully landscaped to live in harmony with the environment bordering the Sammamish River in the heart of Western Washington’s wine country. It is a haven for comfortable while luxurious, warm and inviting, Northwest destination that Jennifer Taylor of Taylor'd Events by Jennifer emphasized upon during Weddings in Woodinville.  Her theme showcased the decor and spectacular gardens by making the most of multiple colors such as lavender, light green and copper which accented the woodland feel of the Lodge.   Succulents were integrated into every aspect of a wedding from bouquets to decor.

Here are a few highlights taken by Laura Marchbanks Photography of the event:

Northwest elegance and savvy was captured by Taylor'd Events by Jennifer and Grand Event Rentals for this picturesque walk down the isle. 

Photo by Laura Marchbanks Photography

Candle decor by Candeoflower added a warm glow to flower arrangements by Elements in Bloom featuring white roses, purple spider mums and succulents.

Photo by Laura Marchbanks Photography

Savvy table numbers by Jennifer Witsil Creative help your guests find their places quickly and easily while embracing the theme of your wedding.  

Photo by Laura Marchbanks Photography

Copper gilded cake by Starry Nights Catering and floral arrangements by Elements in Bloom worked harmoniously together in sharing the meaning behind white roses, honor, which also happens to be one of our favorite wedding vows.

Photo by Laura Marchbanks PhotographyPhoto by Laura Marchbanks Photography

Winter Wonderland at Columbia Winery with Merry Beth Turpin of Aisle of View

Columbia Winery with its classic elegance is located in the heart of Woodinville’s wine country.   Its preferred catering, exceptional menu’s and impeccable service, the winery will inspire you and create a very memorable wedding day.  The venue can accommodate 225 guests.  Merry Beth Turpin of Aisle of View transformed the winery into a winter wonderland highlighting how winter weddings are like fire and ice with decor that is shimmery and icy while the ambience is warm and inviting. 

Here are a few highlights taken by Azzura Photography of the event:

Merry Beth Turpin of Aisle of View transformed the winery into a winter wonderland with icy blues and soft whites that glistened and radiated with a unique style. 

Photo by Azzura Photography

Soft draping surrounded the room and snowflakes lighted the walls provided by Rented Elegance enhanced the scene.  Soft seating surrounded the warm and inviting fireplaces.  The ceremony site was unique with it banquette seating and ample white flowers and candlelight.

Photo by Azzura Photography

Classic big band music provided by Chris Graves of Your Song Entertainment filled the room which added to the elegant atmosphere. Chris and the band stood out in tuxes from Wall Street Custom Clothiers.

Photo by Azzura Photography

Lisa Dupar Catering and Seastar Restaurant/John Howie Steak Catering catered the event with their amazing Hors D’oeuvres, an epicurean delight for all guests.

Photo by Azzura Photography

A whimsical Winter Wonderland cake by Mike’s Amazing Cakes. 

Photo by Azzura Photography

Evening Passion at DeLille Cellars with Jacky Grotle of Event Success

Nestled along a hillside, DeLille Cellars is located on a private ten-acre estate that overlooks the Sammamish Valley in Woodinville’s wine country. The Chateau offers an atmosphere of rural French countryside elegance that event planner, Jacky Grotle of Event Success, embraced during Weddings in Woodinville with her use of traditional French wedding ceremony colors like royal blues, purples, reds and rich, romantic elements, such as including a string quartet playing classic French music.  

Here are a few highlights taken by April Greer Studio of the event:

Une belle maison!  A beautiful house!  Lux seating by Aria Style adds to the elegance and richness of a ceremony by the fire.

Photo by April Greer Photography

Deep with texture and a whole lot of sexiness, Event Success and Aria Style create a tablescape that embraces the French feel for decadence, beauty and glamour!

Photo by April Greer Studio

Complete with chandeliers hung from tenting by AA Party Rentals and twinkling lights, guests could enjoy the lush evergreen landscape surrounding DeLille Cellars and a little "Evening Passion".

Photo by April Greer Studio

Cupcake favors by Creme de la Creme feature fleur-de-lis which signify perfection, light, and life, a perfect symbol for the union of a new life together.  Name cards by BumblebDesigns are tucked into wine corks to compliment the winery wedding.

Photo by April Greer Studio 

Vendors at Columbia Winery for Weddings in Woodinville 2011 Tour Date

The following vendors will be featured at Columbia Winery during Weddings in Woodinville 2011.  Below you will find short biographies of each company and website information.  Many companies featured below can also be “liked” through the Favorite Vendors on the Weddings in Woodinville Facebook Page. 

Guest Planner

Merry Beth Turpin of Aisle of View

Merry Beth Turpin began Aisle of View wedding consulting in 1989.  SinceMerry Beth Turpin of Aisle of View then, Merry Beth has coordinated weddings for brides and grooms that have included private home weddings, venues in the Puget Sound area, an elegant affair in England, and destination weddings around the United States.

If you asked her clients to describe her, the comment made most often would be that Merry Beth is super organized and has an unflappable demeanor.  She comes to the wedding fully prepared, having gone over every possible detail in advance, but can also make split-second decisions if a crisis occurs or if she has to move from Plan A to Plan B.

Weddings are Merry Beth's passion.  You won't find a wedding consultant more dedicated and willing to work with you to turn your dreams into reality.

For more information, please visit  www.aisleofview.com

Cakes

Mike’s Amazing Cakes 

Mike McCarey’s career in cake started right out of high school with a two-year term at a cooking school in Denver, Colorado.  From there he worked as a pastry chef at various hotels, caterers, restaurants, and bakeries in Colorado, New York, and Washington State.  It was in Washington where Mike decided to release his inner sculptor and focus on cake exclusively.  In 1993, he started his company “Mike’s Amazing Cakes” and has been shaping and smoothing butter, batter, and chocolate ever since.

For more information, please visit www.mikesamazingcakes.com

Ice Sculptures

Creative Ice

For the last 25 years Steve Cox has been creating an array of brilliant iceIce vase by Creative Ice sculptures for all occasions. An award winning artist, Steve has been recognized internationally as a leading ice sculptor. His talented works of art provide a most unique and unforgettable wedding! From radiant crystal vases to ice wedding cakes and more, no wedding is truly complete without a touch of hand-carved ice.

For more information, please visit http://www.creativeice.com

      Wedding Attire

       La Belle Rêve

La Belle Rêve is an elegant, European-style, full-service bridal salon
 featuring a stunning collection of bridal gowns, accessories, and bridal party attire. La Belle Rêve team loves to help a bride-to-be. You’ll find THE dress and accessories that you’ve been dreaming of, plus fashions for your mom, his mom, your bridesmaids and your flower girls.

It's named La Belle Rêve, first and foremost, because it is located in Bellevue, Washington. Secondly, the concept of La Belle Rêve translates loosely as The Beautiful Woman Dreams.

La Belle Rêve offers a full range of alterations and individual customization and design services so you’re sure to achieve the perfect look and fit for your beautiful dream wedding gown, focusing on friendly, attentive service and a commitment to customer satisfaction.

Conveniently located close to Bellevue Square at 900 108th Avenue NE, Suite 104, with off-street adjacent garage parking, hours are from Mon—Sat 11-7 and Sunday by appointment only.

For more information visit http://www.labellereve.com

Catering

John Howie Catering

John Howie Catering is brought to you by renowned Chef John Howie.

The perfect blend of Chef Howie’s award winning restaurants; Seastar Restaurant and Raw Bar and John Howie Steak. The extensive menu offers fresh seasonal and local, seafood’s, poultry and produce, USDA Prime steaks, fresh pastas, and the largest selection of raw foods, from local oysters to Hawaiian poke, sushi, sashimi, and ceviche’s. The John Howie Catering team and service staff specializes in unparalleled care, service, and attention to detail, making your event memorable. Providing you and your guests with hospitality and value, every guest, every time!

For more information, please visit http://www.johnhowiesteak.com/

Lisa Dupar Catering

You Say “I do” We Do the Rest!  Lisa Dupar Catering has been in businessCake pops by Lisa Dupar Catering for 26 years providing Puget Sound brides and grooms with full service catering.  Simply put...we’re all about you. We consider it a privilege to be part of your special celebration. From award winning food to superb service, your event should be nothing short of perfection. We take great pride in sharing our extensive event planning experience and passion for food to create the most memorable event.

Recently, Chef Lisa Dupar was named one of the top 25 National Trendsetters by Modern Bride Magazine.  Also winner of Seattle Bride’s “Best of Bride” 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009 & 2010. 

For more information, please visit  www.duparandcompany.com

Photography

Azzura Photography

Distinctly Different … Distinctly You … Distinctly Azzura

Azzura Photography is a husband-wife studio located in Bellevue, Washington.  Ken and Tania Shepard have won international recognition for their stunning illustrative-style photography, and their passion for weddings is shown in every image they create.  

To view more of their artwork and reserve your wedding date, please visit their website at www.azzuraphotography.com

All photos are used with permission by the vendors.