Great Hall of Royal
Finding the Perfect Iowa Wedding Venue: A Checklist for Couples
Finding the perfect Iowa wedding venue is one of the most critical decisions in wedding planning. The venue sets the tone for your...
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Sara Ricke
Jul 7, 20234 min read
Wedding Budget Series: Part 2 - Delving Deeper into Venue, Catering, DJ, Photographer, and Dessert C
Whether you're a couple embarking on the journey of a lifetime or a parent navigating the financial responsibilities, this guide will provid
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Sara Ricke
Apr 19, 20231 min read
The Quinceañera
My first exposure to quinceañera celebrations was through my parents who lived in southern Texas for 20+ years.
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Sara Ricke
Oct 21, 20223 min read
Quick and Easy Potluck Suggestions: The Meal Version
I’ve done the super easy desserts already – but here is the meal version to share for potlucks! I get calls and texts from family...
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Sara Ricke
Oct 21, 20223 min read
Quick and Easy Potluck Suggestions: The Dessert Bar Version
Especially if you are not a great cook, having a few options in your arsenal is nice when planning desserts for an event.
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Sara Ricke
Oct 20, 20225 min read
Office Party on a Budget
Easy ideas for planning a creative and fun office party when the boss is watching the budget!
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Sara Ricke
Jul 18, 20221 min read
Table Layout Ideas
Table layouts – super exciting, right? It is something that people wonder about – and I’m here to tell you that it is something that...
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Sara Ricke
Jul 14, 20224 min read
Catering for a small group or business meeting
We get asked about catering options a lot – and we do offer catering for smaller groups and business meetings (ie – I don’t cater wedding...
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Sara Ricke
May 20, 20223 min read
How to Eliminate Wedding Stress
It is a beautiful day -- and another wedding is setting up in the Great Hall for tomorrow! This led me to think about something I've been...
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Sara Ricke
Apr 26, 20222 min read
Is Wedding Day Food Romantic?
I know -- it's not top of your list of fun or romantic -- but, lunch can be the heartbeat of your day! Something you'll hear me say again...
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Sara Ricke
Mar 8, 20222 min read
The Busy Months?
What months are the busiest and how can our guests plan for them? Read more about when our busy times are.
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Sara Ricke
Oct 11, 20212 min read
Simple tips to dress up your table!
What is one area that sets the stage for your event? Ok, ok -- I know you're thinking Venue --- and you're not wrong! But, right after...
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Sara Ricke
Jan 20, 20212 min read
Wedding Decorations and Arrangements
So…I’m about to say something a little controversial over here… Your wedding decorations and arrangements should be what makes you smile...
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