Summertime is for lemonade, flip flops and fabulous weddings but let’s not let that sun go to our heads. We’ve all been there, sweating our lovely dresses off as we watch our friends say “I do”… so how do we survive and thrive this summer wedding season? Sarah Hall of Joel Catering and Special Events knows the 411 to “beat the heat” so we all can enjoy and not sweat our stilettos off!
It’s amazing what a little shade and a fan can do to cool things down! If your event is covered, just add a few standing fans (or even a Louisiana favorite – the swamp cooler) and if it’s out in the sun, consider a little cooling station under a tent with fans and iced tea and water. Personal fans are also a nice touch to let guests know you appreciate – and are watching out for – them!
The frosty cocktails are great, but heat and too much to alcohol makes for a very messy party. Make sure your guests have access to plenty of cool, nonalcoholic fluids with self-serve spa water stations near the restrooms, next to the bar and definitely near the dance floor.
When the temperatures rise, guests tend to mistake thirst for hunger and overindulge. Make sure your menu features lighter fare that’s easier to digest on hot days. Some of our favorites are Tomato Burrata Pesto Salad, Grilled Watermelon, and Chilled Corn Soup.
Too much sun exposure can result in feeling sluggish and feeling sluggish can put a damper on the fun! Offer guests sample-size sunscreen, pass around a basket of funny or personalized sunglasses or hats to help shade your guests from the sun.
Hot weather and frosting can be one drippy mess! Even if it’s in air conditioning (which it should be) the cake is still exposed to heat during transit. So picking the right kind of filling and frosting (avoid buttercream and whipped cream for sure) is important, or consider having a faux cake for display and cutting a sheet cake to share with guests.
ONGOING GIVEAWAYS + DISCOUNTS…
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THIS WEEK’S DISCOUNTS…
For our California Brides… Discounts from The Ranch at Laguna Beach and Weddings by Susan Dunne
For our Tri-state Brides… Discount from Femina Photo + Design and giveaways from The Duchess and OLLI STUDIO!
For our Destination Brides… Discount from Hitch’d Weddings & Events
For our Southeast Brides… Don’t miss Lovely Charleston’s Grand Opening Party on June 17th!
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