For the couple looking for an inspiring and versatile venue space, wanting to enjoy the escape and luxury of a destination wedding without leaving South Texas, look no further than The Reserve at Dancing Elk Ranch. Just off highway 37 in Mathis, Texas, this brand new venue is about to put South Texas on the … Continued
The beginning of fall through New Year’s is full of parties. Throw in a bridal shower here and couples shower there and you have a recipe for a health and fitness train wreck. With the lack of sleep, the increased stress of planning a wedding, increase calories and alcohol you may be lucky to … Continued
After months of planning, being dragged to endless meetings, learning the difference between hydrangeas and lilacs, and being asked to taste test four different types of chicken, your wedding day is right around the corner. All of the details are finally coming together! One last meeting with the DJ and you’re done! Of course, … Continued
Photo by Bellezza Photography Being engaged and preparing for a wedding is such a special time, and it should be. Family and friends surround the happy couple, participating in the joy and celebration. But one thing we all know to be true is that not all couples make it. We never want to say … Continued
Every time we work with Leslie Castro and Ryan Gray of Deux Boheme we know we are going to get something spectacular. It all starts with a concept meeting where Leslie explains (and sometimes acts out) her vision for the upcoming cover shoot. After these meetings, we’re left wishing we had 12 covers to do … Continued
Photo via Bodybuilding.com Summer is right around the corner and that means road trips and long plane flights. Whether you are traveling to see your Nana, float the Frio or see the sights in the Big Apple, I have few strategies that will help you stay fit and ready to look beautiful on your … Continued
Imagine preparing food service for 1000+ guests in one day. Think about spring salads presented with jicama wrapped in a thinly sliced cucumber drizzled with raspberry vinaigrette. Think about grilling 500 beef tenderloins to perfection to be stacked over rich, cheesy dauphinaise potatoes. Seems like quite an undertaking right? Well, Philip Ferry, the Executive Chef … Continued
Image via 100 Layer Cake When most couples get engaged and are about to take the next step, they feel like they know each other pretty well. After all, aren’t you supposed to marry someone who knows everything about you? Someone who is your best friend? Some would even say their soul mate. You spend … Continued
New brides: never fear. Bling is still here. At least according to Raymond Sauceda, owner of Simply Elegant by Raymond, one of the region’s premier wedding and specialty cake shops. As the baker of former First Lady Laura Bush’s birthday cake for her past three birthdays (George loved the cake!), Sauceda knows what is on … Continued
THE SUN IS SETTING, the waves crash around you in a romantic symphony, and your guests bask in the warm summer air, their toes in the sand. This is the beach wedding that so many envision….and yet the reality itself can have a few more flaws than the dreamy ideal. Beach weddings are a fabulous … Continued
