Harold Sullivan10 said:Anyone got a lead on a solid barber in San Francisco?
I was actually quite happy with Josip art hair https://www.instagram.com/josipartha...ser_mua/?hl=hr He does makeup too, and his hairstyles are excellent, I guess. Just keep in mind he doesn't do house calls; you have to go to his salon.
Scott Jones said:Around here, the tradition is that when people are heading out from the reception, they stop by to say goodbye to the couple, drop off any gifts they might have, and then receive a little thank-you gift or some sweets in return.
This is actually weighing on me quite a bit. I'm stuck on when and how to handle giving out thank-you notes, and also managing all the gifts coming in..🤔. I mean, regarding cash envelopes—since those bringing larger items, maybe more sentimental things like framed photos, usually arrange to drop them off either right before or after the reception.
I know in places like the Midwest or Washington, D.C., they sometimes go through these massive marathons of gift-giving where guests just line up to congratulate the couple... we definitely don't want that. And like Scott Jones mentioned, the tradition is usually that people give their gift as they leave, and you provide a thank-you in return.
So, I'm wondering where to put everything... maybe a box on the table that was mentioned earlier? Or should I just hand them off to the parents or the best man... if anyone has any creative suggestions, I'd be grateful.🎉
Unfortunately, we made a last-minute call to go with catering before the wedding and it turns out everyone we reached out to is already booked up... does anyone have recommendations for an affordable catering service in San Francisco? Thanks a bunch
wiredpuma50 said:Has anyone actually been to the Dolce & Gabbana bakery? I'm wondering if their cakes are worth the hype and what the damage to my wallet is going to be.
They’re super helpful and really go the extra mile, you can pretty much negotiate anything with them. Prices seem pretty standard, too—like, a wedding cake for maybe 100 people would run you around $1000. Sadly, that’s just the ballpark figure .
Keith Gomez9 said:Please, don't even go there. I’ve barely managed to wrap my head around the reality of this situation as it stands. 🙂 I was looking at these wedding photos from California and honestly, I’m so jealous; San Francisco just hasn't caught onto that whole laid-back wedding vibe yet. Ben's is booked solid through the end of the year and part of next. I looked into some beachfront cafes, but they either won't rent out the space or their prices are absolutely ridiculous. We're looking at about 110 guests, so I eventually caved and agreed to the Malibu location. My thought process was that if I put enough effort into the decor, maybe I could salvage the space and make the whole thing look somewhat close to what I actually envisioned.
I really don't want to drag you down, I promise, but just a quick, well-meaning question: did you check with those folks down in California or maybe out by the Mediterranean Sea in Little Harbor? A few people I know had pretty laid-back weddings there—more of a party vibe, I guess—basically an outdoor setup with the food served inside buffet-style.
Thanks for the heads-up. If anyone happens to remember any decent bakeries around San Francisco or the surrounding areas, please let me know regarding a wedding cake.
On another note, what are everyone's thoughts on those wedding expos (New York City, Madison Square Garden)? Did anyone actually manage to snag some good discounts there?
Noah James23, thanks. If anyone else sees this, could you drop some recommendations for decent bakeries near the University for a wedding cake? What’s even considered a standard price range these days? Obviously, size matters, and I haven't really nailed down the specifics yet, but if we're looking at a wedding for up to 200 people, I assume they can figure it out... Thanks in advance 😉
Just wanted to weigh in on that Marriott in a small town in USA: we stayed there recently, and honestly, it was easily my worst experience regarding tiny portions and terrible food quality. From the ingredients to the prep and the flavor, everything just missed the mark. The lamb was cold, the beef stew wasn't even close to being right, and the French dish—like someone else already mentioned—was a disaster... The service (the speed of the servers, for instance) was actually flawless. I don't know what they charge for a seat, but it should be waaaay lower to justify such mediocre food.👎 It’s basically a "take it or leave it" situation; if you don't like them, I guess you just have no other options given how busy they are.
I could use some advice regarding bakeries—specifically for a wedding cake:. Location is San Francisco. We're looking for a specific shape, which shouldn't be an issue, but the prices are absolutely terrifying 🙂 Like, over $1.00 or $3,500 per cake- so I reached out to some larger bakeries like Zenith.
Please, give me some tips on how to save my budget 😵
wiredpilot2 said:Is there any way to, say, ship something this morning and have it arrive by tomorrow?
There's an option called PRIORITY SHIPPING that isn't too bad on the wallet—maybe like 3-$$1.25—specifically for those "oh crap" moments when you need stuff moved fast... Then there's the EXPRESS route, but that one’s definitely pricier... Anyway, it exists, though I guess I don't know all the specifics about the fine print.😁
Melissa Morgan77 thanks (you’re basically the soul of this thread, 😉)
I think I might have misspoken earlier, I'm sending it as a value package (using that scheme up to $27 in value) which should land somewhere around $8.00, if my math isn't totally off 😕
And you make a good point, I actually went ahead and individually wrapped almost everything, since we all know how carefully one has to handle things 🙄
I'm just a little skeptical, about whether everything will actually be fine. I remember once when I was shipping mascara and similar small items, they actually questioned me about what was inside... as if they were suspicious of 🤷...
I'm planning to send this via USPS in a yellow bubble mailer but since it's mostly cosmetics with some heavy bottles (perfume, shampoo, etc.) will I run into issues because it isn't in a cardboard box? The thing is, I don't own a single one🤷
Melissa Morgan77 said:That's sweet of you, thanks.🙂 I mean, I'm aware of how that works, but honestly, the girl just seems too lazy to walk from her place to the USPS.😉 I don't know what else to tell you; there's really no way they’d limit deliveries to just letters like she claims.🤷
There is zero chance they only accept letters. I guarantee it. It just doesn't make sense, especially since those massive parcels or heavy boxes always end up at the port, let alone packages full of clothes.
So yeah, there's definitely something fishy going on here.😁
Melissa Morgan77 said:But surely there’s somewhere in a college dorm where you can pick up mail? Like, if we're talking packages, wouldn't they go to the front desk since they won't fit in the little mailboxes? So, I'll just include the dorm name, the building, and my room number in the address... I'm asking because this girl is claiming they can't receive anything except letters?😕
Usually, the front desk handles all the deliveries—letters, obviously, but also packages. Every building and every room has its own mailbox, so any package should technically be able to get there. If it's certified mail, the desk attendant usually keeps it, or they might put a list on the bulletin board showing who has something waiting. Sometimes the USPS carrier might actually walk right up to your door, but most of the time, they just leave everything with the front desk staff.
Lately, though, there seems to be this rule where they leave a notice (that yellow slip) in your mailbox saying you need to go sign for your delivery yourself at the local USPS office...
Anyway, that’s just my experience. I hope that helps.
Tina Turner is easily my favorite vocalist from this part of the world, but I guess Mike has that certain something that’s becoming a bit rare these days... I have to side with George on this point; it’s a fair critique—he really did get bogged down in that country music scene a long time ago, yet he still possesses this gritty, rockstar charisma (which is essentially what it is)—you either love him or you hate him... Given all those unforgettable tracks, though, I think I’ll just stick with my first choice!
Whoa!!!!! One of my absolute favorite bands! That pastoral rock sound just hits different: Mike knows the secret recipe for the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame