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8 Dec
2009
Posted in: Reception Sites
By Candice    3 Comments

Venue Spotlight: Priam Vineyards in Colchester, Connecticut

I was introduced to Priam Vineyards recently and had an opportunity to visit their property and speak with the owners. I just fell in love with the location! As you know, the Connecticut Wine Trail has grown in popularity and Priam Vineyards is the most magical and romantic site for a wedding, nestled in the Salmon River watershed area of Colchester, Connecticut. They have a breathtaking 35 mile view of the New England countryside and their property is composed of 40 acres — with 24 acres of grapes in production. The winery was built into the hillside at the base of the vineyard, as a New England style barn (which is pictured above). It is the ideal site for a vineyard style affair and they have several locations on their property — which can appeal to a smaller wedding and a large, tented soiree! Their tasting room and adjoining patio is an amazing location for small and intimate affairs of under 100 guests. Their upper field can hold larger guest sizes and is perfect for a tented event. They have several on site ceremony locations too, which make use of the gorgeous backdrop of rolling New England hills and grape vines.

The folks at Priam Vineyards believe in supporting local small businesses and farmers. They are also an eco-conscience property. To learn more about hosting your event at Priam visit their website!

10 Feb
2009
Posted in: Reception Sites
By Candice    4 Comments

Reception Venue Spotlight: The Society Room

I know I’ve said this before, but Connecticut brides are so BLESSED to have such amazing and unique venue spaces to choose from! One of my absolute favorite spaces is the historic The Society Room in downtown Hartford on Pratt Street. Let me tell you, if you’re looking for a space that is truly unique with a presence all its own, than The Society Room is a must view. It is SPECTACULAR inside and it has presence unlike any venue I’ve seen. You’ll know exactly what I mean the first time you walk through the GIANT doors on Pratt Street and see the unique space for yourself!

Prior to being an amazing location for weddings and soirees, it was a functioning bank that serviced the city of Hartford for generations. The interior is just amazing, full of custom details and original artwork that you just can’t find anywhere else. The craftsmanship and the beauty is really unmatched in any venue I can think of in the state. The windows themselves are MASSIVE, framed by some amazing drapes which stream in beautiful unfiltered light. There is a lot of opportunity here for separation of space (which my brides know I love!). Here is the description of the space and service, from the Society Room’s website:

The Society Room will provide a dramatic and unforgettable backdrop for your special occasion. In the glorious Society Ballroom, you have a room of grand marble columns soaring to an exquisitely muraled ceiling, some thirty five feet above the dance floor.

The sweeping staircase flows down from the 3,000 square floor balcony, providing a dramatic focal point for grand entrances and photographic opportunities. Marble, limestone, brass and bronze accents adorn the opulent Ballroom in a setting right out of the Great Gatsby. Immediately adjacent to the Ballroom are three additional lounge or function spaces, each with their own special historic character, each with their own seating and full-service bar.

Needless to say, all of this grandeur is complemented by our own incomparable chef and banquet catering staff, ready to custom-tailor a food and beverage presentation which will fulfill the promise of a truly magical event for you and your guests. Please contact the Society Room today for a private tour and consultation, and let the dream begin. The Society Room: where Elegance Meets Excellence.

25 Nov
2008
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By Candice    No Comments

Reception Venue Spotlight: Bank Street

I met with the owner of Bank Street, a hip and unique venue in the heart of Stamford. I love historic buildings that are converted into event spaces — their character and charm just lend a uniqueness that you can’t find elsewhere. That’s what I love about Bank Street! It is an old bank that now hosts an array of parties and fabulous gatherings. It is a cool fusion of old world architecture and swanky modern nightclub. There are a lot of different nooks and areas for your guests to gather, too, which I love.

Bank street has a variety of extras — cool lounge furniture, amazing in-house lighting, and the old bank vault. Can we say photographer’s dream? With this location you can also do one of two things — go all out with decor and really vamp up the room, or keep it understated and let the architecture speak for itself. That is one of the advantages of having a historic building as the backdrop to your fete — the versatility is endless!

Bank Street’s menu is full customizable, which is so fabulous! The chef, Erin Tamburri, has put together an amazing selection of food to choose from. I love their station selections, especially their spanish and and sweets station.

24 Nov
2008
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By Candice    5 Comments

Ceremony & Reception Venue Spotlight: The Tomes-Higgins House

A few weeks back I had the real pleasure of meeting with Barbara, the property manager at the Tomes-Higgins House in Greenwich. The house and property are exquisite, truly. I love this historic Connecticut mansion. I’ll let the pictures speak for themselves!

The house sits on five and a half acres of “lush greenery” and was designed by the famous architect, Calvert Vaux, who co-designed Central Park. Pretty amazing, isn’t it? The interior of the house has all been restored to its original French style. The windows are huge and let in a tremendous amount of light. The interior architecture, molding, and other details are all so elegant. There are three separate rooms for dining, all overlooking the estate’s beautiful grounds. What I loved most was the sun porch with its gorgeous ceiling. It is the perfect spot for a bar, or better yet, your cake.

The grounds are also breathtaking. I loved the large back porch and patio. The outer grounds have beautiful old trees that sit on a flat lot, so it is perfect for an outdoor ceremony or cocktail hour. Currently, the Tomes-Higgins house is working on getting the proper paperwork in order to have tented affairs out back. Once they are capable of doing that… really, the possibilities are endless!