Foreign Ambassadors
When I received a call to arrange a dinner at the Table Bay Hotel in the Waterfront, I accepted immediately without thinking about logistics planning from Hermanus. Then I was told it was in four days time … and for the Department of International Relations and Co-operation (no longer the Dept of Foreign Affairs!) Amidst the bodyguards, it turned out to be a wonderful evening that impressed our Foreign visitors....
read moreBeauty on a budget
Despite the howling South Easter gusting through the Fernkloof Nature Reserve, this last minute wedding turned out to be a day of natural beauty, a relaxed celebration for 100 guests. The young couple had a very limited budget to work with, but with the natural environment, it was not necessary to spend much. A little imagination went a long way in executing their perfect wedding...
read moreMexican Fiesta
Beunos Dias! A Mexican theme was chosen for this company’s year end party. The evening was started with Mexican cocktails on arrival. All staff dressed up and were given Mexican alias names for the evening. Although caught in the midst of flash floods in the Overberg, this did not ‘put a damper’ on this party. The venue was EAT restaurant in Hermanus who served a fantastic varietal feast. Olmeca Chili Chocolate Tequila was awarded to the best dressed. All are looking forward to next year’s theme …...
read moreMystical 40th
A 40th Birthday was a very Special Occasion for a group of friends who traveled to Rivendell Bistro and Wine Estate, just oustside of Hermanus to celebrate their friends birthday in style. Delectable bite sized canapes were served throughout the evening on platters. The decor was a mystical masquerade of crystal chandeliers lit with blue led lighting, the walls were lined with mirror boxes which served as up-lighters with the blue led illuminating the walls. Unfortunately these photo’s were taken at set-up, the evening...
read moreIntimate Wedding
The weather predicted rain, but what a surprise, the day turned out to be an absolutely perfectly understated, but elegant wedding. Not a breath of wind or a cloud in the sky. The only cloud in site, was the bride on Cloud 9. This Beautiful Intimate Wedding was held at a Holiday Home in Hermanus. The chocolate cake was lovingly made by a close friend, the Confetti Basket was made as a keepsake for the little bridesmaid. The arch was made by the Groom’s company in Cape Town and erected on the premises. He also wanted to...
read moreWhite Christmas Year End Party
A wonderful evening of great food presented at The Class Room in Hermanus with a White Christmas backdrop was enjoyed by all. This function was a corporate event for business owners to show their appreciation to their staff for their loyal support and hard work during 2013. A snow tree display backdrop was provided for photo shoot, with appropriate decor with a bit of bling and a fluffy Christmas tree covered in fake snow imported from the US to look like real snow. The food choice was delectable and lived up to its high...
read moreLindy and Spike in the mystical rain
Set amidst the mountain views and dam at Beaumont Winery, close to Hermanus, Zest Catering outdid themselves once again with a Wedding Spread fit for a king. In this case, the King and Queen, Lindy and Spike. What a wonderful couple with the warmest family and friends closest to them to share in their celebration which went on until late on Sunday afternoon. The cottages on the farm played host to the guests and was the venue for the ‘after-party’. Even the rain did not hamper the day in any way! “The final touches...
read moreCorporate creativity
Hermanus offers an array of venues for Weddings and Corporate events. Arabella, just outside of Kleinmond was our host here. This particular client wanted something different for their decor, so we placed White Orchids in tall bullet vases on an led, mirrored lightbox for an amazing effect. We had personalized stationery made with a 3d globe which stood out above the normal dreary menu style. Special gobo’s were used for lighting effects on the ceiling. The ventriloquist / comedian ended off a perfect evening and the client has...
read moreWinter Wonderland
Let it snow, let it snow… The beautiful Johanci (Snow White) celebrated her 21st Birthday at Arabella where it snowed on the dancefloor and at the photo display area. The room filled with family from abroad, and friends from Varsity, was illuminated in ice blue with fog filtering the dancefloor which was edged by led lights embedded in snow. The guests whirled away the night in the the snowfall. What an evening! Arabella’s first snowfall. The guests were enchanted, the birthday lady elated and the magic of the evening...
read moreReal wedding: Sarita and Hennie
Amidst the storms, the morning’s promise of good weather held true. Our bride and groom, Sarita and Hennie travelled from Messina to profess their love for each other in the presence of their family and friends. Hennie’s beautiful children were at the centre of the celebration, dressed up in their vintage outfits, big blue eyes and blonde hair gazing at their new Mother. The bride arrived at the ceremony at Rivendel in a 1934 Two toned Gold Ford, dressed in a gown lovingly created by her mother, the perfect compliment to the...
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