It’s not your imagination. There really are lots more weddings happening this year than there were last year. According to a recent article in The Washington Post, Americans are expected to host 2.5 million weddings this year. That’s a healthy 30% increase over last year, and the highest figure in nearly four decades, according to […]
A tasty Sixpence open house
It was a fine evening for an open house at The Sixpence, an elegant new event space at 4400 North 1000 East, in Whitestown. This particular open house was especially for brides and grooms shopping for a wedding/reception venue, and to sample reception catering foods to help choose a caterer. Naturally, Jacquie’s Gourmet Catering participated […]
Angelo knows a thing or two about throwing a great cocktail party
It takes team effort to make any company run smoothly. No one knows that better than Angelo Brown, one of Jacquie’s Gourmet Catering’s hard-working event managers. “Angelo has been a visionary member of our catering team for more than ten years,” says Jacquie Bols, owner/CEO. “His sweet spot is pulling together precisely what’s needed to […]
How Jacquie’s Gourmet can help you simplify your bear of an event
Everybody loves attending really great event. But have you ever spoken with anyone that actually enjoyed planning one? Unless you are a professional wedding planner, getting all the details checked off your list can be a real bear. Not a teddy bear, mind you, but a big growly, nasty one. That bites. There are just […]
Jacquie’s tips & tricks: How to decorate a huge reception venue
Once you have booked us and your wedding reception venue, it’s normal to feel a little overwhelmed with planning details – especially if your chosen venue is large. If it’s a great hall with tall ceilings or a barn with high, exposed rafters, decorating the huge space for your reception is going to take some […]
Engaged? First things first for a stress-free wedding day
Whether you are a natural organizer or not, the earlier you get started planning out the basics of your wedding, the less stressful the event becomes. Here’s a quick To-Do list to get you started: Got a ring? Get it sized right away. Insure it on your homeowners’ or renters’ insurance policy as soon as […]
How to decorate a barn for your next bash
Putting together any kind of themed barn party – from a wedding reception to a retirement party — even a fundraiser – can be a lot of fun. Especially when it comes to decorating. Time to let your inner creativity shine! So first, yes, barn-themed décor and barn parties are still a thing, and going […]
This month is the ideal time to book that holiday party
But – it’s still summer. We know… sigh… But – the holidays just won’t be stopped. And the early bird gets the worm – which in this case, is the ideal holiday date during those much-sought-after early Friday/Saturday/Sundays in December. Booking the place you want on the date you want ahead of the holidays is […]
Can a wedding officiant legally certify your wedding?
At Jacquie’s Gourmet Catering, we know weddings. We also know here are lots of different types of wedding officials, all of whom may (in most states) legally officiate and certify your marriage. First, it’s good to understand there are two types of weddings; legally binding weddings recognized by the state, and religious weddings, recognized within […]
Altum’s Garden Center looking into move next door to Finley Creek Vineyards
Altum’s Garden Center is temporarily closing later this month to begin the huge undertaking of moving from their present location to larger quarters. They are hoping for a permit to move next door to Finley Creek – and working through the permitting process. If all goes well and the move is approved, this could mean […]
Drury Inn – Carmel
Just 12 miles from downtown Indianapolis, Drury Plaza Hotel Indianapolis Carmel is located at N Meridian St. and I-465. The hotel is close to local attractions like Indianapolis Motor Speedway, the Center for the Performing Arts and the Parkwood Crossing office park. Learn More Here