Apple Season
With Johnny Appleseed Day coming up on September 26th and the cool fall nights beginning to set in we are in the mood for all things apple! If you’re going to be saying ‘I do’ in the fall – a...
Food Pairing Fun
We love a great food and beverage pairing. And when those pairings come in adorable miniatures we are completely heart-eyed! Whether it’s during cocktail hour or as a surprise sweet treat at the end of the night- your guests will...
Who’s Ready For Fall
With Johnny Appleseed Day coming up on September 26th and the cool fall nights beginning to set in we are in the mood for all things apple! If you’re going to be saying ‘I do’ in the fall – a...
Reception Styles
Food will be one of your major wedding costs, totaling anywhere from 40-50% of your Wedding budget! Once your venue is chosen, you will have to choose a menu style to serve to your guests and the traditional sit down...
Tips for a Summer Wedding
With Summer finally HEATING UP we are here to give you some tips to ensure everyone is happy at your summer wedding! Make Sure Your Guests Are Comfortable If you choose to have your wedding ceremony outside, it is always...
April Recipe of the Month: New Zealand Spring Rack of Lamb
New Zealand Spring Rack of Lamb Painted with tamarind glaze and crusted with Dijon mustard and rosemary mint pesto Each month, one of our chefs selects a recipe for our newsletter recipients. This month Jack McCann, President, Executive Chef and...
Unique Guest Book Ideas
Think outside the box: Your guest “book” doesn’t always necessarily need to be an actual book. Try something out of the ordinary! Here are three fun, refreshing, and easy ideas! 1. Try a large wooden letter, (painted the color of...
How to: Snapchat Filters at Weddings & Events
With social media, documenting weddings with hashtags isn’t the only way to show off your special day. Snapchat has now become one of the most popular social media applications and you can bet that someone at your wedding events will...
Inspired Cocktail Hour Stations – Playing with Your Food
As a kid, we were told to not play with our food, well; here at Merri-Makers we encourage it! We are inspired by interactive stations- whether in cocktail hour or a sweet treat at the end of the night- your...
March Recipe of the Month: Irish Shepherd’s Pie
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil 2 pounds ground lamb (substitute w/ beef if you don’t like lamb) 2 large sweet yellow onions, diced 3-4 cloves garlic, minced 4 oz frozen peas 2 large carrots, peeled and diced Salt and freshly...
