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Customizable Birthday Cakes of Gulfport Mississippi

Ask The Celebration Advisor: My boyfriend has a birthday coming up and I was trying to figure out what type of cake to get him. We live in Gulfport, MS and I want to know what options bakeries offer when making a birthday cake. –Jessica

The Celebration Advisor: You cant go wrong with the professionalism and creativity of bakeries in Gulfport, MS. Birthday cakes come with numerous amounts of customizable options and the bakeries that create them add a flair to their creations not typically seen in Grandma's kitchen. 

When deciding what kind of cake you want to have for a birthday, you must first consider the personality of the recipient, then the atmosphere in which it is presented. Birthday Cakes are a great way to show that you appreciate the person whose birthday it is, and there is no better way to do this than to present them with a cake depicting one of their favorite activities. For a guy, some great birthday cake ideas are:

  • Sports Team
  • Guitar Design
  • Camo-design
  • Milestone
  • Humorous

There is a time and a place for presenting a humorous birthday cake. Some birthdays are formal events requiring a cake as dapper as it's guests. However for those birthdays with a loose crowd, a humorous birthday cake will no doubt bring smiles to everyone's face.

Birthday Cakes are arguably one of the most customizable (and delicious) confectionery goods made. The options bakers in Gulfport would have for a cake range from its size, to the flavor of the cake, to the flavored filling and the decor on top. Even the shape of the cake can be altered to resemble an object that is close to the recipient such as their favorite dog, a car, a graduation cap, or a poker table with little frosting cards can all be portrayed on a cake.

There are many great bakeries in the Gulfport area, and you may contact them by visiting our directory for bakeries and pastry shops that make birthday cakes. I hope that you find just what your looking for in a customizable cake for your boyfriend, and that it looks so good no one will want to cut into it.

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How Can a Jackson Mississippi Caterer Help Me?

Ask the Celebration Advisor: I am planning an event in Jackson, Mississippi and I was wondering what are all the types of services a caterer could provide to help me out?

The Celebration Advisor: Given the amount of time it takes to prepare food for numerous amounts of people, added to the work it takes to present that food in a fashionable manner, your attention span as the host is stretched thin. Even if you are one with plenty of friends to help, most people are not so fortunate….unfortunately. So for all those who are planning a large wedding reception or party in Jackson, MS, catering services would be the perfect choice to be your helping hand and add creative flair to the food and decor.

Jackson is known as the City of Grace and Benevolence and its caterers take to heart this principle and apply it every day. The food they provide is a reflection of the cultural and ethnic diversity of the city, so there is no room for disappointment with such a large selection of varying types of food. As a customer, you would have the choice of the food to be prepared by cooks on location at your party or delivered. Even if you do not have a kitchen on site, for example at a park or any outdoor location, some caterers will suggest bringing a mobile kitchen. A Jackson caterer could also help you by providing all the equipment needed to furnish your event such as tents, heating and cooling equipment, table settings, and even the table it sits on.

For all those future brides that have planned out their wedding, but need someone to come and make it all happen, caterers would help with that as well. They can give direction to a couple for ceremonies or receptions, and acknowledge any last minute needs as well as manage the flow of service. So my suggestion is to hire Jackson, MS caterers whenever your next party or wedding seems more like a daunting task than an enjoyable occasion.

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What's The Difference Between Party & Wedding Rentals?

Ask The Celebration Advisor: My husband and I just moved to New York City. I wouldn't call us "bumpkin" but we'd never heard of a difference between party rentals and wedding rentals. They were just lumped together. Not to sound like an idiot when we plan our next party, what's the difference? ~ Anna Claire in New York NY

The Celebration Advisor: Congrats on the move! New York is a wonderful place to live or to visit. My personal favorite thing to do is to go to parties there. Let me tell you, New Yorkers know how to throw a great party! Their weddings also tend to be quite special so here's what you need to know to separate the two:

Party rentals in New York NY center around things that would make the party fun. People in New York love to be entertained. That's a given. Party rentals for parties in New York would be things like bounce house rentals (for parties in the 'burbs), entertainment rentals (video games, movies, music), animal rentals for outdoor parties, and other things that set the party apart. It could also be something as simple as party supplies such as helium tanks for blowing up balloons.

Wedding rentals are for more popular among New Yorkers. Wedding rentals are a big deal to people in New York City because of the city's reputation for high style and trend-setting savoir faire. For this reason, you would be more interested in bone china rentals, crystal glass and stemware rentals, real silverware rentals, chair and table rentals, and linen rentals that would include napkins, tablecloths and chair covers. These are more upscale items that form an instant impression with wedding guests.

Hope that helps! Enjoy your stay in New York and please return to Wedding And Party Network to share pictures of the next weddings and parties you attend!

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How Can A New York City Caterer Help Me Out?

Ask the Celebration Advisor: I am planning a gala event that will be held in New York City, NY. My friends suggest that I use a New York caterer for the event. In the past I have prepared the food myself, however I am overwhelmed by the amount of guests this year. What services could a caterer provide that would help me with my dilemma? – Julie in New York, NY

The Celebration Advisor:  Whether you are planning a quiet dinner for two, or hosting a party with an astronomical attendance, the caterers of New York City, NY will ensure that your guests are treated to a night of elegance and fun. When there just are not enough hours in a day to juggle your daily life with the preparation of a large gala event, choosing a professional caterer to help you plan the decor, foods, drinks, and location would do more than just speed up the planning process. Hiring a party caterer would also allow for you, the host, to mingle with your guests as professional cooks, bartenders, and wait-staff take care of all the important essentials.

You have the possibility with catering services to plan a menu consisting of drinks, hors d'oeuvres, and full dinners all prepared with syle and reflecting the atmosphere of the party. One important service that New York caterers would provide to you, budget willing, is the option to decorate your event with professionally arranged flowers or graceful archways as well as table settings ranging from glimmery crystal and bone china to table cloths and furniture. The possibilities are endless and the party of your dreams could be realized next time a New York caterer comes to celebrate it with you.

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Where Can I Find Plant Rentals In Calgary?

Ask The Celebration Advisor: I am looking for some plants to rent for a gathering on monday the 2oth of April…

i need
20 plants:

§ 6 tropical floor plant (bamboo palm, areca palm)

§ 6 ficus tree

§ 8 premium floor plant ( rhaphis palm, kentia palm)

Do you know if you can accommodate this ? Or know someone who can? Adam from Calgary

Celebration Advisor Reply:

The Wedding and Party Network directory has several members who rent plants for various occasions. Plant rentals, which are often used for decorations, can vary from place to place. Some will rent blooming plants while others will rent tropical plants, silk plants or even desert plants. Most will rent common houseplants. I'll start with a couple suggestions for the Calgary area and we can go from there.

Calgary Plant Rentals:
Red Rose Florist at 2004 Center St NE Calgary, AB T2E2T1 (403) 276-1184.
Panda Flowers (Southwood) at 155 – 10233 Elbow Dr. SW, Calgary, AB T2W1E8 (403)253-8888.

You can call these shops to find out what type of plant rentals they have. You can also email these shops using the contact us section on their website. In the comment section let them know you want to rent plants in Calgary.

Keep me posted on your search. If I can help with anything else, please let me know.

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Where Can I Buy Wedding Caker Topper For Razorback Cake

Ask The Wedding Guide: I love the bride/groom razorback with veil/top hat cake topper. Can I buy just that cake topper by itself? Sharon from Knoxville Tn.

Razorback Grooms Cake

Reply:

Sharon,

This grooms cake from Fayetteville AR, is an awesome example of how cake toppers make the difference between a nice cake and an awesome cake.  I believe in this case, the topper is actually two cakes covered with frosting and fondant to create the razorbacks.  The top hat was created with fondant and the veil was a piece of tulle.  I'm sure a local Knoxville Tn bakery could recreate the razorbacks for you.   Other options would be to find a cake topper supplier in Knoxville that specializes in sport memorabila.

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Alternative Ideas For Wedding Location and Catering

Ask The Celebration Advisor: We're getting married this fall and would love to consider an alternative location before entering into a contract with our first choice. Does anyone have suggestions for outdoor or unique venues? Our main concern is the cost of catering in a typical hall, hotel ballroom, etc. and want to be able to reduce or eliminate the catering bill and buy and provide our own food. Lola

The Celebration Advisor: Lola, you really have two separate issues at hand. One – wedding location venue. Two – Budget friendly catering.

Let's discuss wedding location venues. With outdoor weddings, venues can run the gamut from a backyard to a state park to a national landmark to an open outdoor area. The key to finding these unique locations is to think about outdoor venues you enjoy.

Outdoor Venues
State Parks
This past summer my cousin's son wedding took place in our local state park. The park's amphitheater was the perfect setting for a wedding. Many state parks allow weddings and often have buildings that can be rented for the wedding reception. Since the state parks only furnish the building and grounds, they leave the catering up to you. Some cities have fantastic city parks ideal for weddings.

Backyards
Another great outdoor venue is someone's backyard. In the fall of 2007, I attended a wedding held in a backyard. The backyard did not belong to the bride or her family nor the groom or his family. Instead a family friend of the bride offered her yard as the wedding venue. Using the backyard of a family member or a family friend can add a sentimental touch to the celebration and give you many options for the reception.

Botanical Gardens
I have seen weddings taking place at botanical gardens. Botanical garden and arboretums have large grassy areas that can accommodate weddings. Like state parks, gardens are ideal places for outdoor weddings.

Unique Wedding Venues
Historical Buildings
In my town we have a historical courthouse that can be rented for weddings. Many historical building foundations supplement their expense by renting there facilities out for events like weddings. The Frank Lloyd house Taliesin West in Scotsdale Arizona rents its grounds for small events. So if you have any historical buildings in your town check them out.  They might be just what you are looking for.

Bed & Breaksfast
Bed & breakfasts are another unique place to host your wedding and reception. Sometimes you can get a wedding package that includes catering and a honeymoon night stay.

Those are just a few of the many wedding location options available. Your best bet would be to look around your town and see if there is a place you think would make a good wedding location. It doesn't hurt to ask.

Affordable catering
Although you think cooking the food for your wedding will save you money, in the long run it probably won't be worth the time and hassle. You can have your cake (and a lot of other foods) and eat it too. Catering doesn't have to blow your budget. Many caterers have different levels of service with different prices ranges. The food at your reception doesn't have to be the traditional fish or chicken served dish. In fact, you don't have to have a sit down dinner with waiters at your reception. Buffet style food is an affordable catering alternative.

Another budget saving idea is timing your wedding so a "meal" is needed. Instead have your wedding in the afternoon and serve light finger foods or hors d'oeuvres. The wedding I attended in the backyard was held in the afternoon and the food consisted of chocolate covered strawberries, cheese straws, cucumber sandwiches, a wonderful vegetable platter, a delightful punch and champagne. Oh and of course a wedding cake and a grooms cake. By having the wedding in the afternoon, the need for a heavy dinner was eliminated.

Of course the wedding reception will need to match the formality of the wedding ceremony. Keep in mind a less formal wedding can have a less formal wedding reception. The affordable alternatives for wedding reception foods increases with the informality of the reception. The way to get the best bang for your wedding reception food buck is to discuss all the catering options available with the caterers you interview. I'm sure they will have an options that will suit your needs and budget.

Congratulations and I hope this information will help you achieve the wedding of your dreams.

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Finding A South Park Birthday Cake In Dallas

Ask The Celebration Advisor: Hello, I'm planing a birthday party for my husband, who's a big fan of South Park. His birthday is in May. I'm searching for someone to bring this idea cake to life. Can you help me please? Thank you! J. H. From Dallas

The Celebration Advisor: Awesome a South Park theme for a birthday cake. I love the idea of using a theme cake for adult birthday parties. After all why should kids have all the fun. If you plan on a large crowd, I suggested a Cartman birthday cake.

Wedding and Party Network has quite a few wonderful bakeries in or around Dallas that are the best in the custom gourmet cake business. They are skilled professionals who not only create wonderful tasting cakes but also artistically created cakes. They have the ability to take any concept and create a novelty cake that looks like a work of art with exceptional taste (literally).

To see what I mean here are a couple pictures of birthday cakes that used themes. The detailing in both of these birthday cakes fascinates me. Imagine the detailed for a South Park theme cake.

Pool Table Theme Cake

Yoda Novelty Cake
Yoda Novelty Cake

Finding a custom gourmet cake specialists who serves the Dallas Texas is easy when you use Wedding Party Networks directory of birthday cake specialists for Dallas Texas. Once you are on the Dallas Texas Birthday Cake page, you will find the phone numbers, email addresses and often websites for the bakeries. This way you can pick up the phone to speak to someone directly about your birthday cake idea; or email about it; or if you need some ideas you can go to the website. I like to go to the website and look at the birthday cakes they have done and then call them. But that's me.
Hope you have a "So Cool" South Park Birthday with cake.


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Are Columbus Horse Carriage Rides Just Weddings?

I received a question today from a reader from Columbus Ohio named John concerning horse carriage rides. This was his questions: " what if it is not a wedding and I just wanted to take my wife on a carriage ride around downtown for the lights after dinner, is that something you do or does it have to be for weddings only? Just wondering if someone could call me I would love to know. Thanks for your time."

I can see why John might ask this question. After all, people go on and on about how romantic it would be to arrive at wedding in a horse drawn carriage. And many horse carriage providers cater to the wedding industry. However, horse drawn carriages especially in Columbus Ohio are romantic for a multitude of Continue reading "Are Columbus Horse Carriage Rides Just Weddings?" »

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