Two private rooms to consider

I recently went to Noche for the first time, the restaurant that took over the old Icarus location in the South End. I am excited to see new restaurants opening up in the neighborhood.  We went during restaurant week and it was quite amusing because the entire crowd was women (note to men) which I am sure my date was secretly super excited about! I couldn't help notice the great private room as we were led to our table, another fantastic option for your next dinner party to celebrate something special.  The room holds 12 and includes a separate sound system so you can listen to your favorite tunes, and a TV in case you have a video to roll. 


If you like sushi, I was really surprised by the private room at Haru when we went for my friend Lyssa's "bachelorette" dinner.  With doors to shut off the room, I was able to introduce the ladies to Saki bombs which are sure to get any party started. In all seriousness, it was a great space and I would highly recommend dinner there. It is also an easy walk from the Back Bay or South End. 

Room at Noche:

Room at Haru:

Girls night out at Haru:

A Newport Wedding - The Wedding Series

I went to six weddings this Spring/Summer and I plan on featuring one per week to help you come up with ideas for your own events.  I am going in chronological order, starting with a special day in Newport, Rhode Island. 


My close friend Genevieve and her husband were married this past April and their wedding was featured in the most recent issue of Newport Life Magazine, so be sure to grab a copy!  The weekend started out with dinner at Perro Salado on Friday night, just a short walk from the Viking Hotel. A few pitchers of margs and sangria are always a good way to get the party started.  On Saturday they were married at one of the most beautiful churches I have been to and the reception followed at the White Horse Tavern.  The after party was at Sky Bar and Genevieve so slyly brought a Philadelphia tradition to town - the oh so famous hats from the Charity Ball, customized for their special day.  Personal touches like that are always the most memorable.  It was an intimate weekend of celebrations and it does not surprise me in the least that they are featured in Newport Life Magazine.

Photos and spread from Newport Life Magazine.

Saturday, September 25th - Boston Esplanade Centennial Gala

Join in on the centennial celebration of the Charles River Esplanade on Saturday, September 25th. Enjoy dinner, cocktails and dancing. This is also a great reason to get dressed up now that everyone is starting to trickle back into town. $125 for members and $150 for non-members. The Esplanade is such a special place in Boston, you will be supporting an organization to keep it looking beautiful. 

Wedding Paper Divas

Wedding Paper Divas has been a great resource over the past few months.  I recently hosted an engagement party and this is where I ordered the invites from, we loved them so much we just ordered invites for a baby shower.  They have so many options and for than just weddings. I received a great email from them today with some fall inspiration that I thought I would share. I have also included a few additional items from invitations, save the dates and more from their site. My favorite though are their inspiration boards!

And the inspiration boards...

Special shopping event at Cynthia Rowley this Thursday with Elements of Style

I wish I could go!!!  I am obsessed with the elements of style blog and Cynthia Rowley isn't so bad either!

The cutest decorations, invites & more from Mary Had a Little Party

This has been an exciting year for my friends and we now have a lot of baby showers, engagement parties and more to plan. Of course I love every minute of it!  While looking for cupcake toppers for Sarah's baby shower, I came across Mary Had a Little Party on etsy and this online store is adorable!  They have the cutest custom invitations, cupcake toppers, signs, party hats and much more. Here is just a sampling of their offerings, enjoy!

 

                                                      

An alternative to the traditional bachelorette party

I am 31 and already my friends and I are over the traditional bachelorette parties.  I have hosted two parties at my parent's house in Florida.  Granted both included a night out on the town but also mixed in dinners at home and a private catamaran sail for one.  Let's face it, we are not 23 anymore!


My sister in law sent me this link and I thought I would share (especially since I have abandoned my blog over the past few months (thanks to my way to busy real job!)).   The New York Times ran an article about bachelorette cooking parties and I think this is a great option, either going to a restaurant or planning at a home.  It is something different and would work well for a mixed age group, plus you can drink a lot of wine while you mix together those ingredients!