This week we are going to take you on a little journey to one of the best kept secrets in the Caribbean; the island of Great Exuma in the Bahamas.  I was invited by a good friend and industry colleague, Josh Friedman, Elan Artists,  to experience the property of Grand Isle Resort & Spa, for destination weddings, events, and clients looking for the perfect spot to honeymoon/vacation.  I truly was blown away by the beauty of this tropical paradise.  The Villas at Grand Isle Resort are pure luxury, with marble bathrooms, fully appointed gourmet kitchens, granite counter tops, spacious living rooms with access to the terrace, overlooking the most gorgeous turquoise water I have ever seen.  On property is an infinity pool, poolside bar and restaurant, and 24 hour fitness center, although I must admit it is hard to run on the treadmill when the white sands of the beach await, it made running outside in February a pure gift.  The pace of the island and laid back nature of the people put me at ease the minute I stepped off the plane.  It was hard to do anything but relax during our stay at Grand Isle.  I hope you all will have the opportunity to visit this hidden gem and enjoy a week of destination inspiration and our insider’s guide to the island of Exuma!

Filed under: Behind the Scenes, Coffee Talk Monday, Destinations, Out and About

I am blogging today from paradise, on the island of Grand Exuma in the Bahamas.  I was invited to come down and experience one of the best kept secrets in the Caribbean, Grand Isle Resort and Spa, one of the finest luxury resorts in the Bahamas.  We are going to be featuring our trip next week on the blog and giving you an insider’s look at the island and the Grand Isle Resort.  While we are here I also just learned the Today show has been on their own adventure through the Bahamas, check out their video here.

So while I hear the Northeast is getting hit with a little snow this weekend, I thought I would share with you a taste of the island, the Goombay Smash.  The drink of the Bahamas!  Cheers Everyone!

Goombay Smash Recipe

(serves two)

• Ice cubes
• 6 tablespoons pineapple juice
• 1/4 cup orange juice
• 1/4 cup Malibu rum or other coconut-flavored rum
• 2 tablespoons light rum
• 2 tablespoons gold rum
• 2 tablespoons dark rum
• 2 pineapple wedges
• 2 orange slices

Preparation

Fill cocktail shaker with ice; add pineapple juice, orange juice, and all rum. Cover and shake until very cold. Fill 2 short glasses with ice. Strain cocktail mixture over, dividing equally. Garnish with pineapple wedges and orange slices. Raise glass and toast.

Filed under: Behind the Scenes, Friday Wine Tasting

Today is one of those days where we’ll have an extra pep in our step and we’ll be smiling ear to ear! We are proud to announce that True Event has been rated by local brides and voted The Knot Best of Weddings 2012 Pick!

Thank you from the bottom of our hearts to all our amazing couples, who without you, none of this would be possible! We love what we do and are grateful each and every day when we can wake up and share our love with you. We can’t imagine doing anything else and are so honored to have the chance to make your weddings unforgettable! Thank you for sharing your big day with us and here’s to a wonderful 2012 full of possibilities!

Thank you!

xo

The Team at True Event

Filed under: Behind the Scenes, Press, Wedding Wednesday

Photos by Carlos Varela, Cava Weddings

Recently I was invited to a summer rooftop party in NYC with some of the most talented people in the industry.  It was an intimate dinner party amongst friends and colleagues hosted by Frank Alexander, one of the most inspiring, passionate designers I have ever met.  His work always pushes me to want to be better and he is the kind of person you meet once and hope that you will get the opportunity to cross paths with again.  It was such a treat to be a guest at such a special event in the city, when usually I am the one orchestrating the details, it was fun to be able to sit back and enjoy a truly memorable, absolutely perfect evening, on one of the nicest nights we have had this summer.

The table that Frank and his team created was full of color and detail and really set the tone for an incredible affair.  I would love to see this table design recreated for a rehearsal dinner, brunch or intimate dinner party.  The color palette is perfection!

Filed under: Behind the Scenes, Color, Flowers, Out and About, Photography, Showers & Events, Wedding Wednesday