Trend Inspiration | Late Night Food

If you and your significant other love to party and want your big celebration to keep going, think about getting late night food catered at your venue or opt for a local food truck to arrive at your wedding. This s'more station photographed by Lori & Erin Photography is perfect for an outdoor wedding in the summer, or to warm up a chilly winter celebration. Late night food will be a fun surprise for hungry guests who have been dancing the night away since dinner was served!


{1} Coffee and Donuts: Who said these just had to be breakfast food? Give your guests a boost with a cup of coffee paired with mini donuts.

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{2} French Fries: A favorite among many people, this will definitely be a crowd pleaser. Have your french fries served in paper cones, or set out with delicious dipping sauces.

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{3} Cookies & Milk: Cater to the nostalgia in everyone by serving chocolate chip cookies with a shot of milk!

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{4} Sliders: How could you go wrong with a mini version of your favorite sandwich? Serve cheeseburger sliders as a fun and tasty surprise to your guests!

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{5} Popcorn: If you are looking for something lighter, try popcorn! This is an easy snack to serve and eat during a party, and you can have sweet or savory choices.

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Ruby's Blog | Photo Booth Rentals

Hello Brides and Grooms To Be!

I’m Ruby the Rochester Bride! As a newlywed of the Rochester area, I love sharing my knowledge of the wedding experience with newly engaged couples. This week I can’t wait to share with you some tips and pointers about Photo Booth Rentals!

People ask, “Why should I get a photo booth for my wedding?” The answer is simple… It will absolutely be a highlight of your event! Photo booths are not what they used to be with low quality, distorted and grainy pictures. The Greater Rochester area offers the highest quality vendors with the highest quality photo booths. Photo booths can produce extremely high quality, 100% chemical free digital pictures, which will certainly be keepsakes you and your guests treasure forever!

The photo booth will show the “other side” of the party. People truly cut loose! There are not many occasions that will bring your entire family together to celebrate like your special day. The photo booth will create an experience that your guests are sure to remember and will still have their pictures years later.

Typically, there is no limit to the amount of color or black/white pictures taken during the event. Pictures can be printed out in about 12 seconds, can often be customizable with your wedding colors and text and work perfectly as wedding favors. There are many available options but some of the more popular are the guestbook option and the pictures taken at the event. Be sure to reserve your photo booth ASAP; dates fill up fast. Contact a photo booth specialist for details!

Ruby's Blog | Planning Your Reception

Hello Bride and Groom's To Be!

I’m Ruby the Rochester Bride!  As a newlywed of the Rochester area, I love sharing my knowledge of the wedding experience with newly engaged couples.  This week I can’t wait to share with you steps in planning your reception!

Step 1: Your Budget

- Determine your budget before you start your planning.

- Set your limit to avoid wasting time looking at sites that may not fit your budget.

- It is a good idea to leave a cushion to cover unexpected costs.

Step 2: Guest List

- Estimate the number of guests you expect to attend.

- The number of your guests will impact your budget and the location of your reception.

Step 3: Type

- Decide on the type of reception you would like to have:

   > formal or informal

   > indoor or outdoor

   > large or small

   > themes

   > time of year (season)

   > afternoon or evening

- Plan your ideal wedding without leaving anything out, then cut back on the reception to realistically fit your budget and surroundings.

- There are endless possibilities, just use your imagination:

   > a simple, but elegant champagne brunch or dessert buffet

   > a classy cocktail party with hors'd'oeuvres

   > a unique tropical or international theme

   > a social cocktail party with buffet or sit-down dinner

   > a formal black tie, sit-down dinner

Step 4: When

- Most weddings are planned for Saturday with the reception to follow. If you are planning a Saturday wedding at a well-known reception site and/or in a popular month (April through November) book your wedding and reception site as soon as possible. A good rule of thumb is to book your wedding and reception as far as 12 to 24 months in advance.

- To increase the chance of having a weekend event, consider a Friday evening, Saturday or Sunday afternoon wedding and reception.

   > These days tend to be more available with vendors.

   > Some reception sites offer discounted wedding packages on these days.

   > Some restaurants will close down for your reception.

   > If a Friday or Sunday wedding is something you're interested in, check with the ceremony and reception site of your choice to see if this is possible.

Step 5: Where

- Use the experienced staff of a reception site to help you plan an ideal reception.

- Your reception site depends upon the location, number of guests, and budget.

- Choose a place that can best accommodate the style of your wedding. There are a variety of options: Bed and Breakfasts, Churches or Synagogues, Country Clubs, Historical Mansions, Private Homes, Hotel Banquet Rooms, Outdoor/Gardens, Wineries, Private Dining Rooms in Restaurants.

 Recommendations: Ask a family/friend for recommendations of locations they have enjoyed.

- Schedule an appointment to review different wedding packages, speak with a banquet/catering manager, and envision the layout (ask questions, meet the master of the ceremony, etc.)

Step 6: Have a ball!

Remember, your wedding day is one of the most memorable events of your lifetime. The hard part is over! It is the time for celebration and good times. Forget about the details and make it a day and/or night to remember!