Posts by swiftsailor32

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Everything you need for a California wedding in Weddings · Mar 15, 2015

restlessdrifter6 said:

Thank you so much 🙂

I had actually considered the ballet school; I'd love to have the catering there, but it's always so crowded, and there are just too many people passing by the garden area for what I have in mind. I still need to scout out the other locations. Thanks a million for the suggestions!! 🙂 👍
Thank you so much 🙂

I had actually considered the ballet school; I'd love to have the catering there, but it's always so crowded, and there are just too many people passing by the garden area for what I have in mind. I still need to scout out the other locations. Thanks a million for the suggestions!! 🙂 👍
Sorry for the wrong thread😵😵😵
I suspect the crowds at those specific restaurants might actually end up being more of a headache for you during that timeframe.
But either way, best of luck—I'm just glad I could be of some help!

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Everything you need for a California wedding in Weddings · Mar 14, 2015

restlessdrifter6 said:So, I have a quick question for you all :P

Here’s the vision: a wedding with about 50 guests, an officiant right there on-site—maybe just outside the venue—with full catering service. Looking at June or maybe August, somewhere in the San Francisco area or the surrounding outskirts.

My big question is: any location recommendations? I'm looking for restaurants that boast a beautiful garden or beach access, and obviously, a view of the ocean. Any and all suggestions are more than welcome!

Hvalaaaaaaa! 😁

The ballet school seems like a solid option—they might be open to negotiating a private dance recital if we push for it. The appetizers look decent and the location is prime, though I suppose we should probably double-check the details before committing.
Grasso bracera
Grasso Bracera is an absolutely stellar restaurant, though if they ever considered serving pit BBQ out in the garden, the location would be nothing short of genius. I’d also suggest double-checking whether they actually stick to that outdoor grilling setup during the peak summer months.
The Radisson sitting up there on the plateau.
It’s possible that at the LaMeridian lav, they might be open to checking some things out and working out a deal.
The storm hit Podstrana hard, just like that time Neva caught us all off guard during the summer gale.
I might even go as far as checking out spots like Mario over in Podstrana.
Podstrana gusar
So, those are a few of my ideas floating around. I honestly have no clue if any of them actually work for a barbecue, but the general vibe I was aiming for was just summer, sunshine, heat, and great food. 🤣
I hope I was able to help=)

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Everything you need for a California wedding in Weddings · Mar 14, 2015

Well, even DideT isn't much help here, which is exactly why we're all hanging out—to lend a hand where we can =)

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Everything you need for a California wedding in Weddings · Mar 14, 2015

David King72 said:As for delta / Bobis, I'm really not sure; I usually just go to Viadela, and their prices start around $33 and go up from there—it's likely pretty similar over at delta / Bobis too.

If you're looking for plastic serving trays, your best bet is probably at Nirsa; they often give you a decent discount if you pay in cash.

Regarding the florists, I haven't a clue about the pricing, but I'm sure one of the other ladies will chime in soon enough.

Hopefully, that helps you out just a little bit.

Thanks, you've been a huge help. 😉 Every little bit of info helps.
I actually stopped by Bimita today, and they suggested it would be best to head down to their main facility in stinica to hammer out all the details for the purees. As for the cakes, expect to pay anywhere from 100 to 150 dollars $57 depending on the size, though they mentioned there might be some wiggle room on the price if you order in bulk, which is why they want everything coordinated down at stinica =)

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Everything you need for a California wedding in Weddings · Mar 13, 2015

And those are the exact same details we were looking at ten days ago =)

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Everything you need for a California wedding in Weddings · Mar 13, 2015

No, actually, I headed straight back to San Francisco to visit La Perla after my trip to Sinj. Once you've experienced one genuine La Perla dress, everything else just feels incredibly cheap and tacky, haha.
That said, the selection in Sinj is actually fantastic, and all three boutiques are right near you. Mila, Annmarie, and I—well, I think it's Joseph, though I can't be entirely certain about the third person's name—all swear by them.
What I was rambling about earlier was the $2,500 price tag. $1000 And from what I've gathered, even the cost of a dress seems to fluctuate based on when you plan to wear it; I'm still trying to wrap my head around why they'd factor timing into the price.

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Everything you need for a California wedding in Weddings · Mar 13, 2015

I was wondering if anyone might be able to lend me a hand here =)
Do you happen to have any idea what the price range looks like for standard cakes at delta / Bobis? I assume it all depends on my specific tastes, but I’m just looking for a rough ballpark figure.
Also, does anyone know where I can pick up those little plastic dessert trays for guests without breaking the bank?
Has anyone heard anything about the jaglac florist? I know Radan is fantastic, but does anyone actually know what their pricing is like?
And finally, if anyone could recommend a singer for a church ceremony, I would be incredibly grateful.

I realize this is a bit of a barrage of questions, but I would truly appreciate any insight you can offer.🙂

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Everything you need for a California wedding in Weddings · Mar 13, 2015

crimsonfox26 said:Hey, does anyone have a recommendation for a bridal salon in San Francisco? Ideally somewhere that won't completely break the bank.
I wouldn't mind renting a dress, too.

I'm not sure how much of a trek it is for you to head up toward Sinj, but you could find much better deals there; I actually stumbled upon some gorgeous gowns up that way priced around $2,500.
But honestly, your budget really depends on what you're actually looking for.
For instance, I found some much pricier dresses at Lipoto than what I saw at La Perla, yet La Perla absolutely blew me away with their professionalism compared to the experience at Lipoto.

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Everything you need for a California wedding in Weddings · Mar 13, 2015

So, here’s the breakdown
The Aria 40 chair was
Jessy Foto band
Jukica rever photo studio
I actually ordered the rever through Facebook $0.67/piece for the girls, $0.77/piece for the guys.
Car wax $0.40/unit
Absolut Vodka treats $22/kg (they have a Facebook page you absolutely have to check out for the specifics—feel free to ask me directly, because things like gift baskets and pralines end up costing quite a bit more...)
I'm making the thank-you notes myself :klap:
Invitations from Mihi (they're located just outside of Chicago) $1.75/piece; they are incredibly cheap. Honestly, I haven't been able to find prices this low even when traveling abroad, though normally they tend to be $3.25 or even higher.
The La Perla dress $1167 with all the bells and whistles included. I have to admit, while I generally feel wedding dress rentals are overpriced, seeing a price tag of $1167 in San Francisco really caught me off guard, especially since everyone had been talking about different rates and service levels.

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Everything you need for a California wedding in Weddings · Mar 13, 2015

Hi there,
after spending an eternity lurking and reading through all the threads on this forum, I’ve finally decided to step up and join the fray. My hope is that I might be able to offer some insight to others, though I'm certainly looking to lean on your collective expertise as well.
I'll probably end up rambling a bit more than intended, but I truly hope the details here turn out to be useful for someone.🎉

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