McLaughlin Photo and Video

Posted on May 16, 2012 by ccatering

McLaughlin Photo and Video should be every keys bride’s
first call when looking for their wedding photographer. The extremely friendly,
talented and professional staff, together create a perfect photography business
that covers all of your needs from basic digital prints to full video.
Here are some basic questions you should consider when hiring any photographer and how McLaughlin Photo and Video step up to the plate.

How experienced is the photographer?

With 12 years working experience Donna McLaughlin and her
staff have worked at almost every wedding venue in the upper keys. This is of
huge significance because they know where to get the best photos at your
location and don’t waste any time trying to find a setting .

Do they specialize in weddings?

McLaughlin Photo and Video does photography for cooperate
events, family photos, birthdays and more. However they specialize in weddings,
all of the girls have a special talent for photographing those very special
moments between a bride and groom and their family.

What is there photographic style?

Some photographers have a certain style that they claim their
own and that is all they do. McLaughlin Photo and Video is much more diverse
than just one style. Upon your consultation you will be asked which style you prefer
from classic to candid or a mix of both they know how to do it all.

How long before I see my pictures?

No one wants to wait long to share their wedding photos and
you won’t have to with McLaughlin Photo and Video, their professionalism shines
through with the quick turnaround speed these girls offer.

Check out their Five
Star reviews on Wedding Wire !!!

http://www.weddingwire.com/biz/mclaughlin-photo-video-tavernier/a6b9a308c95c5316.html

and some pictures from their web-site

I used Donna McLaughlin for my wedding and five years later still cherish every photo :)

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Keys Wedding Photography

Posted on August 26, 2011 by ccatering

One of the most important things you will cherish from your wedding besides your new spouse is the pictures that you will have to remember the special day of your commitment. Picking a wedding photographer is a difficult decision for many brides. The top three factors in making your choice usually are style of photography, price and personality. Michaelynn Dreiling is a local photographer that has all these points in check. Following her ability to capture picture perfect moments is her affordability and friendly personality.  There are many wedding photographers’ available throughout the keys and each one has their own style. Please check out Michaelynn’s website to see if she might be the right fit for your big event.

Caribbean Catering located in Islamorada, Florida works will all photographers’ and offers a whole list of recommendations on their webpage www.Islamoradaweddings.com. Please feel free to contact us regarding all of your Florida Keys wedding needs.

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Michae Lens Photography

www.michaelens.com

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Chill out your Beach Wedding with an Ice Tier

Posted on August 21, 2011 by ccatering

Getting married in the Florida Keys is getting married in paradise. However paradise can be HOT!

An Ice Sculpture can be the perfect way to cool down guests after a sunny ceremony. You may ask how? “Don’t they just look cool?” No ! Ice sculptures are a great way to display hors d’oeuvres at your cocktail hour. Fill them with Caribbean Caterings jumbo shrimp cocktail, coconut crab ceviche shells, oysters on the half shell, seared tuna or crab claws. Your seafood will be guaranteed fresh and ice cold, the way it tastes best.

Take a look at these Ice sculptures. They can be customized however you may choose even with the Bride and Grooms names.

Caribbean Catering located in Islamorada, Florida delivers the best wedding food in the upper keys and also offers full wedding coordination service. Please contact us regarding all of your Florida Keys wedding needs and be sure to check out our website www.Islamoradaweddings.com

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Keep The Party Going !

Posted on August 19, 2011 by ccatering

When planning your wedding most of your time and money goes into the reception not the actual ceremony, so why have it end after dinner. A gourmet coffee bar is a great way to extend the life of the party. After dinner and a couple drinks most guests will find themselves lagging on energy, especially in the Florida Keys heat.  A gourmet coffee bar will give them the extra pep of energy that they need to continue celebrating with you throughout the night.

The coffee bar setup not only looks amazing but guests will be able to order any variety of specialty drink they can think of from espresso and iced cappuccino to lattes. The bar has all the coffee extras you can think of from over a dozen different flavored syrups to fresh caramel and whipped cream. Let the coffee gurus do the work in kicking people into party mode.

If you are interested in having a Gourmet Coffee Bar at your event contact Caribbean Catering for more information and be sure to take a look at their website www.islamoradaweddings.com for all your wedding needs.

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Top 5 Open Bar Tips

Posted on July 7, 2011 by ccatering

 

 An open bar is one of the allures of attending a wedding to many people. After spending what can feel like a small fortune on hotel, airfare, wedding gifts and other traveling expenses; it’s nice to have a few drinks on the house and really feel like you’re on vacation. If you know you are going to have a drinking crowd consider these tips to create an awesome open bar your guests won’t forget.

1.)     A Specialty Drink – It is great to have a specialty drink for guests who would love to have something refreshing after the ceremony but aren’t sure what they want. A colorful and tropical drink is usually a big hit like Rum Punch, Key Lime Cooler, Margarita or even Sex on the Beach.

Don’t forget the orchid or umbrella for the full beach vacation feel.

2.)    Creative Liquor Choices- Your guests are on vacation and may be willing to try something new. Think about adding flavored vodkas to your selection they make unique favors such as passion fruit, cherry, cotton candy and whipped crème. Speaking of whipped cream CREAM is an alcohol infused whip cream that comes in 6 different flavors and is always a big hit with the crowd. Serve it on your specialty drinks, coffee, dessert or shots. Available at Bill’s Liquors in Tavernier Towne.

3.)    Professional Set-up – When it comes to the bar set-up be sure to leave it to the professionals. Ask your caterer to take care of the bar supplies such as ice, mixers and coolers. It is the worst to have to worry about running out of these items, not only is it not a good idea to run to the store once everyone’s started drinking but there may not even be a store to run to within 20 minutes of you! In the keys stores close early and are not close by.

Caribbean Catering will take care of your entire bar for you, just supply the alcohol and they will supply everything else including a friendly bartender.

4.)    Its better to have more than less –  Since you can never be sure if your guests will be drinking wine or switch it up to cocktails it’s always a good idea to get a little more than you need. If you’re worried about your budget try working with a local liquor store, most will let you return unused bottles of wine and liquor.

5.)    Champagne Toast – Even if you don’t plan on many of your guests drinking champagne throughout the night it is nice to get 1 bottle per 8-10 people. This will be just enough to give each guest a sip to celebrate after the toasts are made.

YOUR EXTRA TIP – Never do a keg at a wedding; Don’t even think about it!

Drink up, Drive safe and Have Fun

If you’re wedding party needs a ride contact Springs Island Taxi for a local ride.  

As always Caribbean Catering is here to help you plan the perfect Islamorada Beach Wedding so come by and take a look at www.IslamoradaWeddings.com

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Wedding Fireworks

Posted on July 4, 2011 by ccatering

Happy Fourth of July to everyone. I’m back to blogging and today is the perfect time to talk fireworks. Most people associate fireworks with July 4th but fireworks are also a great way to celebrate other special occasions like weddings!

A great firework display brings excitement and entertainment to your evening getting everyone pumped up for dancing and parting.  It can also be a great surprise for your guests. Many couples plan the firework show for their wedding but don’t let the guests in on the secret. As dark hits and the cake is cut, some guests may feel this is the end of the night but once the firework crew is cued and the show starts lighting up the sky they realize the night has only begun.

If you are thinking of wowing your guests with a firework show at your Islamorada Wedding talk to Captain Slate about his firework display packages. All firework shows require a permit and it is important that you let a professional handle the show.

Here is a video of the firework show at our June 18th wedding –  it was spectacular!

Cotton Firework Show June 18th

Created by Sparktacular contact them at www.Sparktacular.com

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Coconut Envelope

Posted on June 21, 2011 by ccatering

In most cases family and friends surpass bringing along a gift to the wedding and instead bring a check to help the bride and groom create their new future together, this action is gratefully appreciated by the new couple.  But as a gift-giver you may not want to settle for a plain white envelope. If you are looking for a creative way to have your gift stand out among the rest try using an organic coconut envelope! You can create this by simply cutting the top off of a green coconut draining the coconut milk out and inserting your check, then attach the top again with glue and write your message on the front. The bride and groom won’t forget your gift long after the wedding, no matter the amount.

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Your Barstool Sailor

Posted on June 21, 2011 by ccatering

If you are looking to bring great Island Music to your wedding look no further than Micah Gardner. A local musician who does do cover songs but shows his real talent in singing and writing his own music.

Skip the steel drummer and give your guests the ultimate keys experience by listening to Micah play his songs inspired by living in paradise as they sip their margaritas and enjoy the sand in their toes.

Watch him play at http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WdjB6Uk9guE to get a feel for his original voice and be sure to check out his website www.micahgardner.com for more information on his talent, sound and where he is playing.

Contact Caribbean Catering for more information on planning your Beach Wedding.

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A Wishing Tree – your new guest book

Posted on June 14, 2011 by ccatering

Wedding Wishing Tree

If you are looking to step away from the bland tradition of a guest book, consider a wishing tree. This unique idea is fun, beautiful and easy to create on a budget. You simply place loose branches or lighted ones found at most craft stores into a vase and place on your sign in table where your card box and name cards are(if you have them.) On the table you lay out little tags, you can make these with cardstock and decorative stamps or find cute ones on etsy.com. Your guests will write a special wish for the bride and groom and then hang it on the branches to create a tree full of loving messages.  

In the Florida Keys your traditional wedding “rules” do not apply so get inspired and surprise your guests with creative special touches. Contact Caribbean Catering for more unique wedding ideas.

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Key Lime Favors for a Florida Keys Wedding

Posted on June 13, 2011 by ccatering

The Florida Keys is known for their Key Limes, so why not give your guests Key Lime flavor favors.  Key Limes can be used in many different ways from the famous Key lime pies to cookies, cakes and candies.  Pictured here is Key lime taffy, Key lime coconut patties dipped in chocolate and Key lime cookies with white chocolate chunks.  The local Shell World gift store sells all sorts of these goodies, just call ahead to place a bulk order for the yummy stuff. 

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