Herban Feast, the Seattle area premier wedding & catering company

Since 1999, Herban Feast has been one of the Seattle area’s premier wedding and event catering companies, pairing fresh and local ingredients with exceptional service to create exciting and unique culinary experiences.  An award-winning caterer and one of the most popular in the region, Herban Feast is known for enlivening events with innovative menus and delicious food featuring seasonal ingredients from producers in the Puget Sound region. Herban Feast clients receive full-service catering, including delivery and set-up, flowers, rentals, valet parking, and more with a special attention given to every detail, enabling them to focus on their guests. Herban Feast’s award-winning Sodo Park and newly opened The Oasis at Sodo Park event venues present distinctive and convenient urban locations for hosting weddings, receptions, corporate events, galas, and private parties – of all sizes.  Herban Feast’s Herban Design Studio located Sodo Park provides full service event and floral styling, as well as a creative space open to event planners, stylists, and crafters to design their dream event. 

A feast for your eyes & your palette at Herban FeastSodo Park by Herban FeastHerban Feast will be featured at JM Cellars during Weddings in Woodinville, January 29^th, 2012.

For more information about Herban Feast: 
206.932.4717
www.hearbanfeast.com
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Vendor Highlight: Melody G Davis of MG Davis Events

MG Davis Events is dedicated to professional event and wedding planning in the Seattle area with a philosophy based on perfecting the occasion and a passion for being of service. For over 20 years Melody Davis has seen her hands-on approach to weddings, birthdays, and corporate events engage and excite clients and guests alike. Melody brings a sense of calm and focus to planning and executing events, leaving you to enjoy yourself with peace of mind while someone else focuses on your guests having a great experience.  Melody Davis is also a founding board member at Weddings in Woodinville.   

So now let's get to know her a little more personally....

Melody Davis of MG Davis EventsWhat is your name and company name? 
Melody G Davis , owner of MG Davis Events

Groomsmen pushing off to the wedding from one of Melody Davis of MG Davis Events favorite wedding momentsWhat inspired you to start your business?
It was the natural evolution of my career. I have been planning events since college where I majored in Business and Hospitality Administration.  Having worked for large corporations, as well as privately owned businesses I always knew that I would thrive in a business of my own.

MG Davis Events, San Juan Wedding flower boatWhat sets you apart from other vendors in your field?
The years of experience I have as an event planner. For example many of the weddings I have planned have been at private homes which requires a different skill set than those required to plan a wedding in an established venue. Several years ago I barged an entire wedding to a private San Juan Island which had neither ferry service nor electricity. It was one of the most challenging events of my career but it was spectacular!  (All the photos included in this post are from this wedding.  The bride wanted a hometown island wedding so Melody arranged to have them transported in a local school bus which took them from the local fire station along the brides childhood route.  This is why we simply adore Melody and her talents and can not wait for you to meet her and experience her talents for yourself!)

Groomsmen row to the ceremony in the San Jaun's coordinated by MG Davis EventsWhat's your style?
My creative style leans traditional with European influences. My work style is to listen to my clients carefully, identify the areas which are causing them the most stress and subsequently provide solutions so they can enjoy their wedding. 

What is the main thing that makes you unique?
My number one rule is that each event must have authenticity.

Wedding & Event Planning with MG Davis EventsWhat is your greatest strength?
Over and over again my clients tell me that I have a very calming and reassuring presence.

MG Davis Events promises authenticity with every eventWhat are you most proud of?
The lifelong relationships I have cultivated over the years with my clients. Recently one of my former wedding couples asked me to plan their daughter’s sweet sixteen party. My how time flies!

MG Davis Events is the event & wedding planner at JM Cellars and co-planner for Woodhouse Wine Estates at Weddings in Woodinville 2012.

Photos courtsey of Della Chen Photography.  

Catch the Passion with Paper Passionista

"Paper Passionista" Gayle O'Donnell has been immersed in the wedding and events industry since 1992, first as a wedding consultant/planner, then as owner of the award winning boutique, All About Weddings & Celebrations.  November 1, 2010 Gayle founded Paper Passionista, an on-location Invitations and Stationery concierge. Seattle’s first exclusive mobile stationery service, Paper Passionista provides top quality designs from 20 different lines, combined with friendly expert guidance for all your wedding stationery needs. 

Paper Passionista comes to you where and when you want to meet within King, Pierce and Snohomish counties.  Catch the PASSION!

Paper Passionista will be featured at JM Cellars during Weddings in Woodinville, January 29^th, 2012.

For more information about PaperPassionista: 

http://www.paperpassionista.com/
206.909.9567
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Introducing our 2012 Venues for Weddings in Woodinville

In 1976, Woodinville Wine Country began with its first winery, Chateau Ste. Michelle, and today boasts over 45 wineries, an award-wining hotel, and many noteworthy restaurants.  Woodinville Wine Country has become a true destination for Western Washington wine and Northwest setting enthusiasts.  Weddings in Woodinville is proud to acquaint you with the following venues that are featured this year as apart of our tour.

 

We are so excited to have Matthews Estate joining us as one of seven touring venues.  Established in 1993, Matthews Estate is located in the heart of the Woodinville Wine Country.  With amazing views of the peaceful Woodinville valley, the 8-acre property is the location of the winery with its Tasting Room and Cellar, as well as the Matthews Estate House and Event Center. The Estate House is a one of a kind intimate and elegant event facility that blends the traditional and modern and is an ideal setting for hosting weddings, receptions, birthday and anniversary parties, private and corporate events that create special memories: placing people, delicious food and incredible wines in the same location.  

Next we have JM Cellars, which is nestled on the secluded hillside called Bramble Bump in the heart of the Woodinville Wine Country.  JM Cellars offers an inviting atmosphere, warm hospitality and award winning wines.   From intimate gatherings around the fire, to weddings, corporate meetings and beyond, we will customize our space for you and your guests.   Our indoor capacity is 40 seated and 60-reception style.  With the use of canopies our outdoor capacity is 75 seated and up to 120 guests reception style.   

Columbia Winery follows with it's beautiful Northwest landscaping that features perfect little strolling paths around the property offering amazing viewpoints of the prodigious architecture represented by the main building itself.  Columbia Winery is the perfect location for your special day with in-house catering that presents exceptional menus designed to pair with Columbia Winery's award-winning wines.  Accommodates 225 guests.

DeLille Cellars, the world-class winery located on a private ten-acre estate overlooks the Sammamish Valley in Woodinville's Wine Country.  The Chateau offers an atmosphere of rural European elegance for a variety of events, accommodating 2 to 225 guests.  

Modern architecture at its Northwest finest is displayed at our next location, Novelty Hill - Januik Winery. Novelty Hill - Januik Winery is an ideal location for your contemporary wedding celebration.  From casual to elegant, their staff specializes in created rehearsal dinners & wedding receptions that reflect the unique personality of each bride and groom.  Whether you are looking for an elegant seated dinner, causal hors d' oeuvre reception, or traditional wedding buffet their in-house culinary team will work with you to prepare a sumptuous feast.  Accommodates 100 seated or 200 for receptions.

Our featured hotel is the award-winning Willows Lodge.  Nestled in the heart of Woodinville Wine Country Willows Lodge offers the ultimate Northwest wedding experience.  Exquisite herb gardens, unique banquet rooms, gourmet food & experienced catering staff are just a few of the key elements that make every wedding at Willow's Lodge simply unforgettable.  Accommodates 10 to 150. 

Last, but certainly not least, you will begin the tour at The Woodhouse Wine Estates.  The Woodhouse Wine Estates offers a truly unique experience for any type of event. It is located in the heart of Woodinville Wine Country where it boasts well-known wines such as Dussek, Darighe, Maghee, Kennedy & Hudson Shah.  Have your event at Woodhouse, select your own caterer, & drink their fabulous wines under their elegant chandeliers and breathtaking décor.   Accommodates intimate groups or up to 80 seated guests. 

All of our venues offer exciting weekly events such as Wednesday "Wine" Down's, live music, and cooking classes.  You can lean more about their events on the In Woodinville calendar.

Vendor Highlight: Daphne Taylor of Creative Image Photography

Behind the lens, Daphne of Creative Image PhotographyWhat is your name and company?
Daphne Taylor of Creative Image Photography 

What inspired you to start your business?
I started my business three years ago to pursue my passion for beautiful photos. I wanted to be the type of photographer everyone dreams of – a friend, confidant, trusted professional – and to deliver the kind of creative, unique and fun photos that every bride dreams about. 

What sets you apart from other vendors in your field?
In order to capture a wedding, I spend time with the couple to learn their style and that is the backbone of our approach to every wedding. We don’t follow a formula and instead focus on capturing the event the way the couple wants to remember it. 

What's your style?
We have two styles that we combine into our own unique style. We blend Craig’s (Daphne's partner and husband) photojournalistic style and Daphne’s artistic style with a touch of tradition to capture our couples in hundreds fun and creative photos. We’re there with you as you primp, laugh and cry. 

What is the main thing that makes you unique?
We shoot every wedding with our two principal photographers – Daphne and Craig. As a team, we are able to capture moments that our couples don’t even remember happening – and they love this. 

What is your greatest strength?
Our creative and fun style along with our pragmatic approach is what ensures that we are able to deliver stunning photos every time. 

What are you most proud of?
We’re most proud at every wedding when we know that we have successfully captured the most important day in people’s lives and we love it when we see their faces light up as they look at their photos and albums.

Creative Image Photography was featured at JM Cellars.

You can meet Daphne and Craig at the Annual Snohomish Wedding Showcase Tour on May 22, 2011 where they will be featured at  Twin Willow Gardens.