09

May

Specialty Bar Trend

Aside from being a fun and unexpected addition to the cocktail hour or reception, a specialty bar is also incredibly functional. By serving your special drinks at a separate bar, you’ll cut down on wait times at the main bars. Similarly, if your

Aside from being a fun and unexpected addition to the cocktail hour or reception, a specialty bar is also incredibly functional. By serving your special drinks at a separate bar, you’ll cut down on wait times at the main bars. Similarly, if your specialty bar is a serve-yourself station, you might be able to cut down on the serving staff since that bar does not need to be manned.

There are unlimited options out there! We love a Gin and Tonic Bar, Whiskey Tasting Bar, Prosecco on Tap Station, Aperol Spritz Cart and a Gourmet Coffee Bar to name a few!
In the weeks ahead we will delve into more details on the suggested bars.

Let us know what your favourite bar is or what drink you HAVE to have at a wedding. We would love to know your thoughts! 🍷🍸🍻🥂

Please contact Karen on Karen.short@bywordofmouth.co.za to book your wedding consultation via Zoom or if you have any wedding queries. We look forward to assisting you!

Have a lovely day and keep safe!

Much love,
Karen Short and BWOM 🍓

is a serve-yourself station, you might be able to cut down on the serving staff since that bar does not need to be manned.

There are unlimited options out there! We love a Gin and Tonic Bar, Whiskey Tasting Bar, Prosecco on Tap Station, Aperol Spritz Cart and a Gourmet Coffee Bar to name a few!
In the weeks ahead we will delve into more details on the suggested bars.

Let us know what your favourite bar is or what drink you HAVE to have at a wedding. We would love to know your thoughts! 🍷🍸🍻🥂

Please contact Karen on Karen.short@bywordofmouth.co.za to book your wedding consultation via Zoom or if you have any wedding queries. We look forward to assisting you!

Have a lovely day and keep safe!

Much love,
Karen Short and BWOM 🍓

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G&T Bar for Your Wedding Day

YOU ARE THE GIN TO MY TONIC!

Last week on Wedding Wednesdays, Karen spoke about having interactive, signature and bespoke bars at your wedding. The G & T Bar is still on trend and an absolute hit with guests.

South Africa has a vast variety of gorgeous craft gins, there are so many to choose between. There are some wonderful unique tonics that you should add to your bar. Always make sure you have a sugar free option, as well as Dry Lemon and Soda Water.

Take care in choosing your garnishes. Make sure there is something for everyone. It is also important to choose seasonal garnishes, the flavours will be bolder and the ingredients more accessible. Select a variety, from citrus, too herbs, edible flowers and berries.

Add special touches to your G & T Bar to give it that extra WOW factor. Gorgeous floral, funky straws, a menu with all the available gin and tonics, lovely signage and lighting. Glassware is important and adds a thoughtful touch to your gin station. A coloured glass, jam jar or a gin goblet is the way to go!

CHEERS and let the celebrations beGIN!!

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Aperol Spritz as a Welcome Drink

HAPPINESS IS REAL WHEN SHARED

In a previous Wedding Wednesday message Karen discussed the importance of having unique and individual bars on your special day. Today we discuss the delicious Aperol Spritz. You can incorporate this on your Wedding Day as a welcome drink, a specialised bar or even a cute Tuk Tuk.

A proper Aperol spritz tastes like summertime in Italy and looks like a golden orange sunset.

Keep in mind that Aperol is on the bitter side. Salty, creamy/fatty and sweet foods take the edge off bitter flavors. An example of some of our canapes that would pair beautifully with an Aperol are our Blue Cheese and Red Onion Marmalade Barrels, Chilli and pernod-spiked tomatoes with feta and black charcoal prawns and Mini blinis topped with cream cheese and a swirl of smoked salmon.

This is a wonderful cocktail to enjoy on your wedding day and we know it will be an absolute hit with your guests!

If you would like to sip on an Aperol Spritz this weekend it’s quite simple to make. You’ll simply fill a wine glass with ice, then add Aperol, Prosecco, soda water and a slice of orange.

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Coffee Bars at Your Wedding Reception

EVERYTHING I BREW, I BREW FOR YOU!

What do we want? Coffee! When do we want it? At our wedding reception!

Karen spoke about specialized bars and individual drinks stations at your wedding. Not all of these have to be alcoholic, a coffee bar is a wonderful way to have a unique station.

For a more personalized approach to your coffee bar, you may want to include customising some elements. Personalized ceramic mugs can double as party favors. Alternatively, a convenient option is to-go cups. Personalized sleeves can display a custom message tailored to the event. You can try monogrammed toppings for your foamy lattes, and even monogrammed stirrers.

You will most likely want a variety of dairy and non-dairy milk options for guests with allergies. Common suggestions include milk, cream, soy milk, and almond milk.

As another bonus for your guests, you can include a small selection of various mix-ins and toppings. These include, but are not limited to:

Whipped cream
Chocolate shavings
Sprinkles
Marshmallows
Flavored syrups

For those wanting a ‘naughtier’ coffee include Amarula, Kahlua and Whisky so that they can add a splash to their already delicious coffee.

Sip away and let love brew.

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27

Mar

5 Tips for Choosing Event Decor

What’s an event without the beautiful decor to go with it? It’s the exquisite flowers, lighting, backdrops, fabric, and more, that make any gathering, an event to remember!

From the latest styles and trends, here are 5 tips for choosing the best event decor.

 

  1. Work the space

Once you’ve found your dream venue, make sure to source decor that works for the shape, location (indoor/outdoor), space, and setting of your venue. Decor will influence the look & feel of any space, and help you customise your day to create something that will be remembered forever.

 

  1. Pick a theme

The tone, atmosphere, and theme of your event will be translated by the decor. If your event is at night, you will need more lighting. If you love floral, then patterns, flowers, and colours will be important. Make sure to pick your theme first and let the decor bring it to life.

 

  1. Stay on trend

If you envision an event that is relevant, trendy and unforgettable, look at the latest decor trends and styles. At By Word of Mouth, we are constantly adding to our decor division, sourcing beautiful pieces from trends around the world. Have a look at some of our favourite events here .

 

  1. Be colour conscious

Colours tell a story. Whether you choose to go pastel, bold, colourful, natural or monochrome, make sure to stick to a colour palette that works well together and one that can be easily executed through decor.

    1. Pay attention to the details

    No detail, too big or too small, should be overlooked, or out of place. Because in the end, beauty is in the detail. That’s where having a team of event coordinators & experts is important. So, why don’t you leave the details to us? We speak ‘event planning’.

     

    Conclusion

    Is your Pinterest board overflowing with ideas and inspo? Can’t find that flower arch you saw on Instagram? Contact our expert team  at By Word of Mouth, and leave it up to us to transform your vision into the event of your dreams!

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22

Mar

Fudge Recipe

This is quite possibly the most delicious and easiest fudge recipe ever. It’s fool proof and brings back many wonderful memories.The recipe can be doubled and doubled again for larger quantities.

INGREDIENTS:

  • 2 cups Sugar
  • 1⁄2 cup Water
  • 113g butter
  • 11⁄2 tsp Maple Syrup
  • 1 tin Condensed Milk
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Essence

    METHOD:

    Bring sugar, water, butter and syrup to boil and add 1 tin of Condensed Milk. Boil for at least 20 – 30 minutes, stirring continuously. When mixture darkens and several dark brown blobs of fudge start appearing, remove from stove and add 1 tsp Vanilla Essence. Beat for 5 minutes. Quickly pour into a greased shallow pan and leave to cool.

 

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18

Mar

2020 CATIE Award and ACE Winner!

At this year’s International Caterers Association’s Catersource 2020 conference in Las Vegas, we are honored to announce that we won two awards! Catie Award Best Catered Wedding and Catering International in the Achievement in Catering Events. These awards are international acknowledgment of our hard work and dedication that go into every event. Catercatersource and The Special Event we are greatful for the recognition. Thank you to all our clients, suppliers and our amazing team for the support and loyalty.

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17

Mar

“Happy” Bee Sting Cake Recipe

If you are spending this time of uncertainty at home with your family, here is a perfect recipe to try out.

“Happy” Bee Sting Cake is one of Karen’s favourite cake recipes:

Ingredients:

Cake

125g margarine

1 cup sugar

2 eggs

1/2 tsp bicarbonate soda

1 tsp cream of tartar

1  1/2 cups flour

3/4 cup milk

Custard Filling

3 tbsp custard powder

1/4 cups sugar

1 cup milk

1/2 cup butter

Topping

6 tbsp butter

1/3 cup sugar

3/4 cup flaked almonds

250 ml cream (measure 3 tbsp for topping)

Method

Cake – Preheat oven to 200°C. Grease and line a 20 cm baking tin. Cream butter and sugar, add eggs and beat well. Add bicarb and cream of tratar. Lastly add flour and milk. Pour into baking tin and bake for 20-25 minutes.

Custard

Make the custard with custard powder, sugar and milk. Cream butter and add custard bit by bit. Cover and chill in the fridge.

Topping

Melt butter, add sugar, almonds, cream and stir continuously until spreadable. Spread on baking sheet and bake until golden brown. Remove and allow to set.

Assembly

Sandwich cake and spread custard filling. Whip remaining fresh cream and spread on top of cake. Break up almond topping and sprinkle onto cream. Refrigerate and serve.

 

Photo: Candice Searle Photography

Recipe from The Ridge Cookbook.

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06

Feb

How to Choose the Perfect Event Menu

Whether it’s a wedding, year-end function, or festive celebration- we love every reason to plan an event! But, where do you start? We’re here to shed some light on one of the most important details- the food!

Read through our quick guide on how to choose the perfect menu for your special event.

It’s all in the details

Start by narrowing down the event details. Create a list of everything from date & time to number of guests. Is your event taking place indoors or outdoors? Were you thinking breakfast, lunch or dinner? Does your event have a theme & need a menu to match? All these details will play a big role in the type of menu you go with.

If you’re not sure what type of food to choose, you can find some tasty inspiration from our delicious plate of menus here.

Buffet or plated?

How and when you serve your food will determine the style of your menu. Would your guests prefer a buffet, plated meal, or are you going for appetizers only? Another aspect to consider is the pairing & marrying of your food and drinks. Tip- sparkling wine goes great with cheese, fish and dessert style dishes.

Bank on a budget

Your budget may be THE most important thing to consider! With this in mind, make sure that you have a well thought out and realistic budget to work with. At By Word of Mouth, we are extremely flexible and are happy to work with, or advise on, a budget that works for everyone.

Your guests come first

Make sure to consider any food allergies, religious requirements or other dietary restrictions that your guests may have. Your menu should reflect the nature, or type, of event and be enjoyable for all your guests. In the end, it’s always helpful to provide your guests with a choice.

Overwhelmed with all the details and planning? Not to worry. Leave the challenge of catering to us, we would love to create fabulous food for you and your friends, family or colleagues! For more information, reach out to our incredible team here.

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