Brides can have any type of food they wish from casual picnics, informal BBQ, to formal sit down meals, it is your choice. If you need help finding a caterer, we recommend you take a look at the following crews. For you soon to be Brides, this special day only comes once, so if you like scrumptions ribs, then gosh darn it, eat those baby-back ribs all you want!
- CATERERS -
1. ALEXA’S CAFE & CATERING...
This Bothell-based company, has an all-around diverse menu and has expertise for the event you desire. Take a look at their webpage alexascafe.com or contact them at 425 402 1754.
2. MOSAIC CATERING...
This is a great catering company located in the Snohomish County Area. Take a look at their webpage mosaiccatering.com or contact them by phone at 425 221 1064.
3. LARRY"S SMOKE HOUSE...
This catering company has great menus and is very welcoming and knowledgeable. Located in Mill Creek. You can find them at larryssmokehouse.com or contact them at 800 247 8207.
4. CAROLINA SMOKE...
Carolina Smoke is located in Bothell. This awesome BBQ catering company enjoys smoking and grilling tasty food. They would love to help you, so take a look at their webpage carolinasmoke.com or contact them at 425 891 3566.
5. JASPER'S BBQ CATERING...
Dennis and Paula are very personable and love to do country style BBQ catering! This company is based out of Seattle and they love to work with the customer’s wishes as best they can. Please look at their webpage jaspersbbq.com or contact them at 425 788 7252.
6. TWELVE BASKETS CATERING...
This top notch company, based out of Kirkland, has immense passion, imagination and dedication making their service unique. They are all about fresh, local ingredients and dedicated to surpassing your expectations. Look them up on the internet at twelvebasketscatering.com or contact them at
425 576 1000.
7. MAVERICK'S CATERING...
This catering company tryes to constantly provide a fun atmosphere and yet stay professional. They’re dedicated to always providing the best quality food and service at a very reasonable price. Check them out on the internet at maverickcatering.com or contact them at 425 381 2868.
Knowing that you will be overloaded with the many planning stresses of your event, we decided we wanted to share some local knowledge on Bands/DJs with you. Music is one of the biggest aspects to making your wedding day not only memorable but also is key to get your granny dancing!
- MUSIC -
1. DJ IAN MCLEOD...
Ian is extraordinary at what he does and is the number one DJ we recommend! Ian not only is a very outstanding and artistic DJ/Musician, but Ian is known for creating that absolute perfect touch to every wedding's atmosphere. He is the perfect addition to make your evening fun and memorable. You can contact him at ian.mcld@gmail.com.
2. DJRT...
Ryan Tilton is a talented DJ that has great reviews and satisfied customers. This artistic DJ is located in Kirkland. Please go to djrt.com and take a look at what he offers or call him at 877 411 3578.
3. SPARE RIB & THE BLUEGRASS SAUCE...
This local Snohomish County Band is one of the best bluegrass bands we know and love. If you are looking for some great toe tapping music check their website out at bbqgrass.com or contact them at BBQGRASS@GMAIL.COM.
- PHOTOGRAPHER -
One of the most important ways to savor that special moment is a photo & having an eye to capture just the right instant takes a very talented & passionate photographer. We know how difficult it can be to narrow down someone to trust, that loves their job, & brings to life the story of your event. So we are going to share some of the best photographers we know.
1. JANE SPELEERS PHOTOGRAPHY...
This gifted photographer has such an artistic eye with natural lighting that every time you glance at her photos you not only feel like you're back sharing that very moment, but you are seeing the moments you missed! She is located in Seattle and you can view her website theroyalsquirrel.com or contact her by phone at 206 898 2859.
2. RUSTIC STAR PHOTOGRAPHY...
This talented photographer has a way of capturing very candid, genuine and authentic shots that are filled with natural light that every movement, moment and memory of your event becomes a beautiful story...unveiled picture by picture! She is located in Snohomish and you can view her website rusticstarphotography.com or email her at rusticstarphotography@gmail.com or call her at 425 344 2645.
- PHOTO BOOTH -
If you are looking for something fun for your guests to do in between the ceremony & the reception, photo booths are just the thing. While you have a table for people to write fun little advice notes, you can have the other crowd taking propped photos with family & friends! Photo booths are fun for all, & the guests can leave a copy for you in your guest book & take one home as a gift! We only recommend the best of the best.
1. SHUTTER SPEED PHOTO BOOTH...
Jasmine Mohamed does an amazing job. She is absolutely helpful and makes your event fun and memorable! She also has table runners, tablecloths, decorations, and table settings you can rent. Just look her up on the internet at shutterspeedphotobooth.com or contact her at 206 395 4614.
- EVENT CORDINATOR -
We know that keeping to a budget can be a pain. You have the ability to either do it all your self (DIY), pay a wedding planner to do it all for you from start to finish, or you hire a wedding coordinator for the day of your wedding. The only plus to having help is the stress release & the ability to have cheaper rentals. Totally up to you, but if you are looking for help we can recommend some coordinators & wedding planners!
1. BELLE HAM EVENT & WEDDING CONSULTANT...
There are a handful of people that will be genuinely passionate about planning your wedding and these coordinators are just that. They will be with you every step of the way to ensure your wedding day is everything you could have hoped for and more. Please look them up at belleham.com or contact them at 360 303 6270.
2. YOUR DAY YOUR WAY EVENT PLANNING...
With Your Day Your Way Event Planning services you are guaranteed to have your special day exactly the way you have always dreamed. They are a full service event planning company located in the Greater Puget Sound area. Please look them up at yourwayeventplanning.com.
3. MANETTE GRACIE WEDDINGS...
This amazing coordinator is based out of Seattle and is sweet, caring, professional and energetic. Her joy and passion is to help coordinate and plan the event you most desire. If you want someone who makes planning look easy, she is a planner to look into. View her website at manettegracie.com, contact her at or call 253 225 1918.
- BAKER -
Dessert is such a fun thing to have to sweeten the palate & finish the evening. Also, finding a baker that can bring forth excellence in every bite as well as have stunning presentation can be very rare. Here we are happy to help recommend local bakers that can do this very thing!
1. SNOHOMISH PIE COMPANY...
Situated in the Historic Downtown of Snohomish, this company proudly makes homemade pies and irresistible cookies! If you are looking for something other than a cake, go to their shop at 915 1st St. South Snohomish, WA 98290 or contact them at 360 568 3589.
2. ANDI HERATTA...
This beautiful lady is just fantastic. We are proud to say that we, and many others, are so in awe of how she is so fully attentive to your desires and masterfully fulfills everything asked! Show her a picture, and she will present it. Her cakes not only look beautiful but every bite tastes delicious. Please contact her at ad.heratta@yahoo.com or call her at 206 949 6658 or 425 788 5937.
3. TALLENT HOUSE...
Judy is just great! Being based out of Monroe, she is local, has a reputation for what she provides and is someone who can bring your vision to life. Please visit her shop or contact them at 425 737 1533.
- SIGNAGE -
We all know that signage is key for events, without signage people get confused at where to go & when things start. The first step is to get signs that are not ordinary & stand out. Signage also needs people with great handwriting & in today’s culture we find this aspect to be far and few, let alone with artistic abilities & imagination. If you are looking for signage, as well as someone to write on signs, we have some people we could recommend.
1. CORSON SIGNS...
Need some signs to rent? If you are looking for unique handmade signs, the Corsons have amazing wooden framed chalkboard signs for rent! Contact us and we will contact them for you at riverhouseweddings@gmail.com.
2. MINI WILLIAMS...
If you are in need of someone to put information on signs in order to direct your guest with beautiful colors of the wedding and add a touch of creativeness, please try Mini Williams. She is by far remarkable! Contact her at 206 465 6722.
- FLOWERS -
There are tons of farms and shops out there where you could buy your flowers. We have known a few places that offer fresh flowers & are amazing! Here we hope to list a few that can possibly guide you in the right direction.
1. SISTER MY SISTER FLORAL DESIGN...
Whether you envision a lavish ceremony or a simple celebration, these girls take the time to get to know you, your personality and your taste. Both these sisters strive to design, plan and execute your event with style, grace and impeccable service. Please look them up at smsfloral.com or contact them at 425 420 5455.
2. FLOWERS BY TIFFANY...
She is a local florist that does an amazing job! If you are looking for someone to trust she has great reviews. You can look her up at flowersbytiffany.biz or contact her by phone at 206 914 1735.
3. PIKES PLACE MARKET...
This market has tons of farmers that bring in their local flowers and sell bouquets on the spot. Or you can take a look at their webpage and search farmers located by region, and there you can find possible farms nearby that you can work with. You can look at Pikes Place webpage at pikeplacemarket.org.
4. TIFFANY AT MONROE SAFEWAY...
Sometimes it is tough to contact the local farmers because you didn’t have the resources nor the time. If it comes to that and you are in need, Safeway does do bouquets, and they do a fabulous job. You can contact them at 360 794 9292.
5. DEE'S FLOWERS...
Interested in decorating your wedding bouquetes with twine, burlap or lace yourself? If so, Dee has extravagant flower bouquetes you need to look at! Dee's Flowers add such a unique touch with their selection of beautiful, simple, fresh, farm cut flowers that you won't want to go anywhere else! If you are looking for a good price range and yet add that special touch, contact Dee at 206 412 1909.
- RENTALS -
YOU ARE ALMOST TO END OF THE LIST, I PROMISE! If you are looking to rent tables, table settings, chairs, linens etc., here is a list of some local companies we recommend! Also, Jasmine Mohamed (the awesome photo-booth lady) has some terrific decorations, plates, burlap, etc. to rent!
1. AA PARTY RENTALS...
Look them up at aaparty.com or contact them at 425 640 5547.
2. R&R PARTY RENTALS...
Take a look at their website rr-partyrentals.com or contact them by phone at 425 688 0099.
3. VINTAGE AMBIANCE...
If you are looking for very unique rentals, the Vintage Ambiance is the absolute number one place to go to! Not only are they a one of a kind company, but they perfect what a vintage, rustic, wedding is supposed to look like! Please contact them by phone at 425 829 8570 or feel free to visit their webpage www.vintageambiance.com.
4. PACIFIC PARTY RENTALS...
Weather in Western Washington can be really questionable sometimes and you might want to have a tent for plan B. This company also has chairs, tables, etc. Go to their webpagepacificpartycanopies.comor contact them at 360 707 2115.
- REHEARSAL DINNER -
If you are looking for a spot to have your rehearsal dinner we have a few local restaurants & places we recommend!
1. WILD SKY RANCH...
David’s conference center is a great group space that is close enough to your venue that you could walk! But don't worry, there is ample parking. So take a look at what he has to offer on his webpage wildskyranch.com or contact him at 425 867 5045.
2. ANTHONYS HOMEPORT IN EVERETT...
Based out of Everett right on the water, this restaurant can provide some amazing food and beautiful scenery. Look them up at anthonys.com or contact them at 425 252 3333.
3. ANTHONYS HOMEPORT PIER 66 IN SEATTLE...
Based out of Seattle right on the water, this by far has the best view of all the Anthony HomePorts, where you can overlook the ocean, beautiful sunsets, and exquisite scenery. Look them up at anthonys.com or contact them at 206 448 6688.
- WEDDING DRESS -
Finding an amazing wedding dress can sometimes be really easy or sometimes very tiring, so we wanted to help our Brides by shining linght on some of Seattle's best local shops that we know to have just wonderful selections & unique style.
1. J CREW BRIDAL...
Located in the Seattle University District please contact them at 206 523 6066.
2. I DO BRIDAL...
Located in Seattle you can contact them at 206 633 7926.
3. BLUE SKY BRIDAL...
Located in Seattle, please contact them at 206 783 8700.
4. CALLA BRIDAL...
Located in Downtown Seattle, please contact them at 206 465 7729.
5. LAINEE MEG BRIDAL...
Located in Snohomish, please contact them at 360 563 9900.
6. BELLEVUE BRIDAL BOUTIQUE...
Located in Bellevue, please contact them at 425 451 1041.
7. LA BELLE REVE...
Located in Bellevue, please contact them at 425 454 7772.
- SHUTTLE SERVICES -
After tons of dancing, singing, and celebrating the last thing you want to do is drive home. Well,, why not take a shuttle?
1. Chinook Charter Services...
This shuttle service is a reliable and friendly. Visit them at www.chinookbus.com or contact 206 395 4614.
