Caplan Miller Events Blog

I. LOVE. CHAMPAGNE….

There is no better way to get a party started than popping a bottle of bubbly! Instead of simply passing champagne like everyone else, I say make it the star of the show! We love to set up champagne stations with choices of fruits and liquors to add to your glass.

Mix up the glassware you use to add some interest. Champagne coupe glasses are back and I love them!

Remember, Heather Dubrow says drink your champs! (just don’t eat the bow on her cake)

Cheers!
XO,
KW

Listen up and listen up well, people. I need one of our clients to do a chocolate wedding cake – stat. I have begged and pleaded with many of you over the years and you constantly let me down . Someone…puh-leaseeee!!!!! Do it. Just freaking do it. Trust me, m’kay? Thanks!

xo
CC

Whether you are sporting an edgy, bold style or a simplistic, feminine one, a beautiful veil is sure to bring in many oohs and ahhs! The unveiling of the bride is the moment that everyone is waiting for, so make sure that you find a veil that is perfect for you!

xo
EMILY
CME Intern

Today is National Milk Chocolate Day! I’m more of a dark chocolate person myself, but who am I kidding? I’ll take chocolate any way I can get it – ESPECIALLY when its a day dedicated to chocolate. Here’s some fun ideas so celebrate my new favorite day…



and I’m sure you’re all asking “but what do I wear to a chocolate party”? Um, duh, a chocolate dress, y’all.

Happy Milk Chocolate Day everyone!

Wendell

Can’t wait!!!

DL

Planning an event can mean having a seemingly endless list of to-do’s. Decisions to make, emails to send, orders to place, calls to return. It’s much more fun to stare at that long list when it’s written on some lovely paper. And crossing off tasks is even more satisfying when you’re using an extra pretty pen or pencil. Currently on my to-do list: purchase some gold-edged note cards, those fun crystal pencils, and that Rifle Paper Co. “Get It Done” notepad.

xo
Allison

Here at CME we have been dreaming of all white weddings and finally get to execute some!! Remember when Courtney predicted the trend for 2012? She couldn’t have been more spot on and I am dying to see what our final product is!

With all the white, gorgeous flowers that are about to be in season you obviously can’t go wrong in that department.
White wedding cake – check
Gorgeous white lounges – check
New York white linens – check
White marley dance floor – check
White bridesmaid dresses – check
Pearls – check

So gorg!

XO
DL

I have really warmed up to this pattern recently. It’s chic, simple and even though the pattern has been around for centuries, it’s still modern. Who knew fake wood could be so fabulous!







Cheers!
SM

This Friday is the opening ceremony for the 2012 Summer Olympics in London and what better excuse is there for a party! For those of us not fortunate enough to be in London for the ceremonies here are my must haves for your very own American – British – Olympic Extravaganza!

Start with my personal favorite drink of the summer a Pimm’s and ginger ale paired with a London classic – fish and chips. Its the next best thing to actually being there!

Add a little decor.

Cheer on the USA with these American inspired deserts:

Cheers! Happy viewing!

KW

Campechana, Ceviche, Seafood Cocktails…these light, fresh-tasting dishes make the perfect meal on a hot day. Dani and I just returned from a trip to Houston where we had our fill of the best campechana in the whole-wide-world…at Goode Company Seafood. I’m a native Houstonian, so I of course had to introduce Dani to this delicious dish the minute she arrived!

The Campechana de Mariscos at Goode Company Seafood is the Texas version of a Mexican classic and it is among the best seafood cocktails ever, ever, ever! The Goode Company original contains loads of lump crabmeat and lots of shrimp tossed with avocado and tomatoes in a peppery tomato sauce, all served in a parfait glass.

I love to incorporate seafood cocktails at my events. I have used ceviche many times and love displaying it in ice along with great glassware and lots of accompaniments like lime, tortilla chips, and diced jalapeno… Y.U.M! Here are a few of my favorite past events that included beautiful displays of ceviche!

Want to make Goode Company’s campechana at home? Find the recipe here!

xo,
CC