Wedding Late Night Snacks

June 12, 2020 Lori Losee

Let’s be honest. A wedding is a really good excuse for a really great party. All of your favorite people are gathered to have the time of their life in celebration of you and your most favorite person of all. And more often than not, this means you, your friends, your family, and some people you don’t even know are going to work up quite the appetite from all of that dancing, socializing, and of course- drinking. This week, I have compiled some of my, admittedly, go-to late night choices that have proven to be drunken faves for anything from “who cares if I have a final tomorrow” nights, to “I just married my best friend!” nights. So drink up, friends, and then eat to your heart’s desire by inviting these famous fast food chains to cater your reception’s late night menu.

Here is what we love:

Cheeseburger and Fries
Churro Bar
Popcorn Bar
Candy Bar
S’Mores Bar
Pizza

A Look Back | Summer Floral Wedding | Kiana Lodge

June 11, 2020 Lori Losee

I first met Nina + Ryan August of 2013 when they served as "sponsors" for another couple of ours. Flash forward a year later when this beautiful couple contacted me regarding their wedding at the picturesque Kiana Lodge in Poulsbo. By the time their June 2015 wedding arrived, they were the fourth friend out of their gal pal group (all meeting when there were students at Stadium High School where I also attended, but a few years earlier) that had chosen Elegant Affairs as their wedding planner.

What really stood out with this couple was just how prepared they were. Securing nearly all of their vendors before even booking Elegant Affairs it was really working on the fine details which was the fun part. Since the bride had to work overseas for weeks/months over the year it was imperative to get as many items done as possible.

We loved that Nina + Ryan worked so well with each other and were equally involved in making their special day personal and unique. And let me just say just how picture perfect this couple was on Wedding Day and it showed through the smiles, tears, laughter and the memories made.

One of my most favorite parts of my job is dessert tasting. It's such a hard job but a wedding planner has to do it. I was lucky enough to accompany this couple up to Wallingford to meet with MayLing from Better Than A Boyfriend Bakery for an amazing tasting. From chocolate-dipped alcohol-infused strawberries to brownies, coconut macaroons to whoopie pies not to mention the five kinds of cakes to taste from there was no way this couple could go wrong.

As the night progressed and guests moved into the Lodge for dancing for more festivities we were in love when Nina changed into her "reception dress" for a true party reception.

What's the best wedding dessert to serve!

June 10, 2020 Lori Losee

Unveiling a sweet treat toward the end of your celebration is just the icing on the cake (pun intended) for a well-executed, fabulous event. Do you want to get creative with your dessert of choice on your special day, or are you more of a traditional couple? What about both? Whether you decide upon a cornucopia of desserts or stick with just one, here are a few different options on how to make your sweet fantasies come true!

1. Classic cake. First and foremost; we have the classic cake. One, two, three tiers…the choice is yours. Display a small two-tiered cake and serve an equally tasty sheet cake prepped behind the scenes to your guests, and enjoy the small cake with your other half. Or, go big and choose a four-tiered cake, and serve this to your guests. Budgeting tip; it will be cheaper to go with the small display cake and sheet cake for your guests. Either option is a good option in our eyes.

2. Cupcakes. Lately there have been quite a few cupcakes coming onto the wedding scene. Why, you ask? Well, they are simple, delicious and easy to serve—making for an easy clean up too! You can arrange and display cupcakes on a vintage appetizer rack or an actual cupcake stand. You can even use them as décor on your dessert table if you are serving more than one treat.

3. Pies. In most cases, the pie gets overlooked and underrated. This is a shame because pies are not only delicious, but in this day and age, they are very unique to the wedding scene. If you are having a wedding in a country setting and you want that warm, home town feel, go for the pie. One of our favorite bakeries in the northwest is the Snohomish Pie Company. Not only do they bake delectable classic pies, but they also bake pie pops and an assortment of mini, bite sized pies. Hot, fresh and flakey to perfection, their creations are anything but ordinary. Check them out for more information!

4. Cookies. Another unappreciated dessert; the cookie. If you are a cookie lover and you don’t know how to make this part of your wedding, fear no more. We are here to let you know that you can serve it through the medium of a cake, a cupcake, or that traditional cookie you grew up loving. This is your day so choose something you love and you can always make it work.

5. Ice cream sundae bar. Treats are extra delicious when you’re building your own sweet dream and making it exactly the way you want it. Guests will have a blast choosing from a buffet of all the best sundae toppings you have to offer. This is a great idea for a summer wedding when you know it’s going to a bit on the warm side. Everyone always welcomes a cool indulgence on a hot day.

If you can’t choose just one of the above, make it a dessert buffet with an array of different options. You don’t have to decide on just one treat. And if you do, that’s wonderful too! The point of your celebration is to celebrate you and your partner with the people you love. Don’t feel like you have to sacrifice everything you like for fear that your guests won’t…because if they don’t, that means more for you!

Photo by Van Wyhe; Deserts by Better Than a Boyfriend Bakery

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