A Grand Ballroom Reception at The Post Oak Hotel at Uptown Houston

The bride and groom wed with a grand ballroom reception at The Post Oak Hotel at Uptown Houston.
Photo: Chris Bailey Photography – Sarah Austin | Venue, Catering & Cake: The Post Oak Hotel at Uptown Houston

Lauren and Chris grew up just a few houses apart on the same street in Houston. Their childhoods were intertwined, and they ran around with the same group of friends. After college, both returned to their hometown, setting the stage for a romance that flourished during the pandemic. Encouraged by their closest friends, they realized their deep connection, and the rest is history. Click here to read the rest of this post »

Elevate Your Wedding with Exquisite Cuisine From Masraff’s Catering

At the Corinthian Houston an ice sculpture and shrimp from Masraff's Catering are on display.
Photo: Monarch Atelier | Cateing & Restaurant: Masraff’s Catering | Venue: Corinthian Houston

Masraff’s Catering specializes in creating customized menus and experiences that exceed expectations, ensuring couples experience that unforgettable “WOW” factor on their wedding day. From exquisite dishes to exceptional service, Masraff’s Catering aims to make your wedding day and pre-wedding celebrations extraordinary.  Click here to read the rest of this post »

Give your Guests a Five-Star Wedding Experience With Jackson and Company Catering

A wedding tablescape at the Corinthian Houston features pink and white flowers and happy guests dining.
Photo: Joe Cogliandro Photography | Venue: Corinthian Houston

One of the most memorable parts of your big day—aside from saying “I do,” of course—is the opportunity to celebrate with your guests at the reception! After an exciting and busy wedding day, you and your guests will be looking forward to taking a break to enjoy a delicious meal before celebrating the night away. Whether you envision a more formal sit-down dinner or a lively cocktail party, the key to making an impression with your guests—and making your reception memorable—is catering a wedding with the right catering company.

If you’re looking to dazzle your guests with the finest food and service, local Houston wedding caterer Jackson & Company is ready to help you create the perfect menu for the reception of your dreams. Think thoughtful and creative dishes served on silver by a synchronized wait staff that’s sure to make you feel like royalty on your special day.

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Garden Party Wedding & Luxury Catering with Southern Cadence Cuisine

Southern Cadence Cuisine Catering for Houston events.
Photo: Anne Schmidt Photography | Catering: Southern Cadence Cuisine | Wedding Gown: Modern Affinity | TBW Creatives  | Two Be Wed Event Planning  | The Luminaire Venue  | HMUA: Misty Rockwell Artistry | 

As the temperatures rise from spring to summer, what better way to let loose than with a refreshing glass of rosé, good food and great company. No matter the event you are hosting, whether it is a shower, dinner, or intimate wedding, Southern Cadence Cuisine delivers a luxurious catering experience every time. Always focused on experience, they were even honored by NACE Houston with Best Wedding under $50k in 2020. For those memorable events of your life, you can rest easy knowing Southern Cadence Cuisine has you covered. By tailoring a customized menu for each occasion, they take great pride in ensuring your event is like no other. No detail is too small to ensure your event is one of a kind. Southern Cadence Cuisine will be the perfect addition to your overall vision, much like this styled garden party wedding.

 The vibrant color pallet of the cuisine blends perfectly with the blush tones of the florals. Thus, creating an airy aesthetic for this garden party wedding. The floral lace bridal gown by Modern Affinity is truly timeless perfection. This gown also has a subtle sheer bodice detail, giving it the perfect balance of trendy and classic. Misty Rockwell complemented the gown with a natural glam look. This included a light smokey eye, a glossy nude lip and a relaxed curly up-do, highlighting the plunging back on the wedding gown.

Keep scrolling to see more of this gorgeous garden party styled shoot!

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5 Mouthwatering Wedding Menu Ideas From The Hometown Chef

We here at the Houston Wedding Blog are firm believers in the notion that wedding food should look 100% as fabulous as it tastes. Know who else shares our belief? The Hometown Chef, that’s who. And we’re soooo lucky that Tiffany Avila and her crew of culinary geniuses saw fit to share some of their most coveted small-bite creations with us…and y’all! Feast your eyes (and, if you’re lucky enough to attend a tasting or event hosted by this amazing Houston catering company, your palate) on these artful bites, tailor made for your wedding cocktail-and-hors-d’oeuvre hour or small-plates wedding reception.

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It’s a meatball…except it’s not like any meatball you’ve ever imagined. The funky bite of creamy gorgonzola. The sweet counter-balance of roasted beet. The gorgeous presentation, ready for you to pop right into your mouth. And ask for another. And another. And another.

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One of the greatest achievements of “miniature” cuisine is being able to convey an entire world of flavor in one or two mouthfuls. Which is exactly what The Hometown Chef’s pulled-pork tostone does. Served on a crunchy plantain chip, topped with a tangy hint of lime, this small bite packs a big punch.

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Balancing delicate food flavors and textures is one of The Hometown Chef’s greatest talents. Nowhere is this gift for edible equilibrium more evident than in its pan-seared pork belly, which is basically…everything: crisp, buttery, rich, savory, a little sweet, a little tangy and all good.

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Chilean sea bass is the rare fish that’s just right for a small bite (and equally lovely for a large plate). With its flaky texture and delicate flavor, it pairs gorgeously with a bright, tropical mango-pineapple salsa in a beautiful springtime wedding reception menu item. OK, fine, it’s awesome for fall weddings, too. And winter. And we wouldn’t mind tucking into some right about now.

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We’ll leave you with another of The Hometown Chef’s signature “deconstructed” meatballs. And three little words: Pistachio. Avocado. Bacon. ‘Nuff said. Now quit your drooling, and give Tiffany and her team a call. They’d love to whip up a little wedding something just for you. And don’t forget to tell them you found them (and your happy place) on Weddings in Houston’s blog!

Photos: Rathke Photography | Catering: The Hometown Chef