THE TRUTH
the myth 3:
“Stylist?
Impractical
d Not needed.”
an
THE TRUTH
While some venues have a clear policy
- Michelle
Marie
Torijjos,
on accredited caterers,
that
is not
true for all
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venues.
What is true for all venues with accredited
suppliers is that this list comes with their
highest recommendations. It is to simply
give you options in caterers or suppliers
that they trust themselves. These suppliers
most probably have already catered in that
particular venue, and with flying colors. A
decent venue wouldn’t suggest suppliers
who are not credible, otherwise, it would
reflect badly on them.
But, getting a caterer outside the venue’s
list may require a corkage fee. And, others,
may also ask for a bond fee which is usually
refundable after the event, once they are
sure that no untoward incidence was
brought about by an outside supplier.
When your venue is in a hotel,
normally, they have their own catering
service so outside caterers may be out of
the question. On the good side, it makes
facilitating much easier.
When you are intent on having a caterer
or supplier out of the venue’s accredited
list, be sure that they coordinate with the
venue for possible set-up requirements and
other issues. Inquire about the other fees
you may incur in doing so. Have everything
written in black-and-white for future reference
if the need arises.
- Michelle Marie Torijjos,
Wedding Digest Publisher
Styling will be practical if you focus on
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Marieyour
Torijjos,
the details that would
make
dream
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theme come true. Focus on the colors
and into the smallest details. A nice bowtied on the cutlery will exude a shabby
chic look to the dining. Good lighting
can create a very nice ambience and
is more inexpensive. Small hand-tied
floral centerpieces that can also serve as
souvenirs, and a lot more…
–Ralph Jason Copiaco,
Ralph & Co. Events
the myth 4:
“The venue you get
has accredited
suppliers.
You have no
choice.”