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The Catering Outfit was founded in 1999 by Walter TX Slawski. Extensive travel in Europe, Australia, Africa and Central America ignited a passion not only for exquisite culinary experiences but also a desire to resurrect the impossible magnificence of colonial entertaining. After graduating from The University of Virginia, Walter embarked on a different sort of travel: creation of a unique outfit specializing in craft cuisine and production. Seasonally available, locally sourced and visually stunning ingredients are only part of what we do. We believe in the old adage “it takes a village to throw a wedding,� and we have carefully chosen our village. Working with the finest local industry talent and venues, we travel the path from engaged to forever with our clients, creating an exciting planning experience worthy of the final production.

Our culinary offerings prepared in collaboration with our clients and planners consider overall vision and are designed to make sense. We refuse to dilute our talents. We maintain impeccable service standards and bring a la carte quality cuisine to the catered platform. Our events are featured regularly in regional and national publications as a direct result of our desire to accept the challenge of your unique wedding.

“Thank you so much! Everyone raved about the food - both the appetizers during cocktail hour and the dinner buffet – all night at the wedding. We’re continuing to hear positive feedback from family and friends, too. All in all, it was exactly what Andy and I were looking for and, on a personal note, we loved the staff and bartenders who made the night even more fun!”

– Lisa and Andy

CHARM & CHARACTER at the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains

Start your marriage at a timeless institution. Be swept off your feet by the charm and character of historic Keswick Hall & Golf Club. This picturesque wedding destination with unparalleled surroundings, amenities and venue options is the perfect backdrop for your perfect day.

KESWICK.COM RESERVATIONS: 434-979-3440

tourterelle floral design where bold beauty becomes magical

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Just when we think we are set to go one way, the journey often directs us someplace completely unexpected. As an Economics major, I spent a year abroad in Paris where I took a photography class and realized I had a passion for being behind the lens. I have never looked back and am grateful that I have been able to develop this passion into a career.

Over 20 years later, I still find joy in every close of the shutter. It is my honor to capture the purest and most sincere moments in peoples’ lives. Not only do I take pride in providing my clients with stunning images, I do so in a way that is always professional and engaging.

Weddings don’t always go exactly as planned.

Sometimes there is bad weather, poor lighting, or the timeline just gets derailed. It happens!

My clients know that they never need to worry.

Dealing with surprises is second nature to me, and my career as a seasoned photographer allows me to never skip a beat. Your precious memories will always be captured beautifully.

My photography style is timeless and classic.

My clients tell me that my laid-back personality helps to put everyone at ease and allows the story of the day to unfold naturally and with joy. It is an honor and a privilege that I don’t take lightly.

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Most weddings are memorable. Make your’s unforgettable.

Your wedding venue is more than just a setting, it’s the place where memories are made.

Set the date, and let your imagination take over.

6011 E ast timbEr ridgE road · mount Cr awford, Va CrosskE ysVinE yards.Com | 540.234.0505

Marry Town with Country for the Ultimate Charlottesville Celebration You bring your whole self to your marriage, so why not have your festivities showcase all of what you love about Charlottesville? The gorgeous farmlands and foothills and the festive downtown vibe. Our sister properties, Pippin Hill Farm & Vineyards and Red Pump Kitchen, offer the best of both worlds.

Jose Villa Pippin Hill’s vistas overlooking our lush vineyards and the dreamy Blue Ridge Mountains are complemented by expertly designed event venues. Every detail has been carefully thought through to make your wedding seamless. Our Granary is ideal for seated dinners or dancing, and our Veranda is a romantic alfresco option for cocktails. From bridal showers and post-wedding day brunches in the Reserve Room to indoor/outdoor ceremony and reception options, Pippin Hill Farm & Vineyards is an all-season, flexible, full-service venue for the ultimate in wine country weddings.

5022 Plank Road, North Garden, VA 22959

434.202.8063

events@pippinhillfarm.com

www.pippinhillfarm.com

Fine dining and top-shelf drinks in the midst of downtown Charlottesville’s historic pedestrian mall is the urbane way to begin a celebratory weekend. Red Pump Kitchen’s classic bistro-style restaurant and bar

Jose Villa

makes planning and hosting a Rehearsal Dinner effortless. Treat your guests to locally sourced seasonal fare, along with handmade pastas and pizzas that shine on our Tuscan-inspired menu. Host a seated dinner for your family and bridal party and then invite the out-of-town guests to join you for a late-night reception.

You take care of the guest list, and we’ll take care of the rest!

401 East Main Street Downtown Charlottesville

434.202.6040

events@redpumpkitchen.com

www.redpumpkitchen.com

Named after two sweet grandsons, Red August Farm is a brand new wedding and event venue. We are tucked away in the Shenandoah Valley with gorgeous views and an intimate country farm setting. Our picturesque property offers multiple outdoor spaces to accentuate the most romantic event of your life. Our magnificent historical barn is full of vintage details and country charm. The barn is large enough to hold 300 guests, making it one of the few venues around to accommodate such a large wedding. We offer a beautiful bridal suite complete with professional salon chairs.

www.RedAugustFarm.com

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540.948.5611

From the flavors of the dish and intimacy of

sharing a meal to the finite details of the table, the concept of the meal has always fascinated me.

At Beggars Banquet, the focus is on details and personalized customer service, because planning an event is a personal matter. Come see all of our options personally, from the linens and china to the glassware and flatware. We will help you dress your table a dozen ways until your vision comes to life, whether simple and rustic or elegant and refined. With a nod to Mick Jagger: “Pleased to meet you and dress your table!�

Marty Van Santvoord, Owner

112 May Fray Avenue, Orange, VA 22960

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540-661-0121

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www.beggarsbanquetrentals.com

Make history at one of V irginia’s most romantic set tings.

Located in Keswick’s horse country just miles from Charlottesville. Castle Hill Cider’s many indoor and outdoor sites offer endless possibilities from the intimate to the incredible. The Cidery Barn shares the crest of a verdant knoll with a linden tree grove. Artfully arranged below are apple orchards, a two-acre lake and custom-designed pergolas framing beautifully terraced lawns, perfectly suited for lawn games during cocktail hour.

Translated from old English, Gaie Lea means happy Meadows and is only fitting for the name of this gorgeous property. Available for your exclusive use, this spacious estate can host a weekend of activities for more than 200 guests. Treat them to a poolside bridal luncheon, or a lakeside picnic with kayaks and fishing; and host your rehearsal dinner at one of the many outdoor venues or in the covered pavilion. The gorgeous, comfortable estate house can even host up to 15 people, perfect for your bridal party or immediate family. No matter what you decide—the beautiful mountain views, lakeside oasis and unique canopies of ancient mighty oaks—Gaie Lea will impress and embrace you and your guests.

www.gaielea.com

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267 Bells Lane, Staunton, VA 24401

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540. 292. 5435

Marisa Vrooman Designer

“Marisa’s genuine care for others informs every aspect of her work. From our first conversation to the wedding exit, Marisa was by our side helping us navigate every detail and decision with creativity, organization, and empathy. With Marisa at the helm, we were able to plan a wedding that was authentic, joyful and, of course, totally beautiful! As we look back on our ceremony and reception, we couldn’t imagine anyone else who could have executed such a perfect day with such precision and generosity.

Anyone who works with Orpha Events is lucky to gain Marisa not only as a planner, but also as a mentor and friend.”

Liz + Zach, Bride & Groom

COMPREHENSIVE DESIGN & PLANNING | ORPHAEVENTS.COM | 434.960.0155

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love where tradition is always new. visitcharlottesville.org

(434) 984-1155 WWW.MSEVEntSCVi LLE. CoM New show room Location: 1135 RiVER Rd ChaRLottESViLLE, Va 22901

Since its inception in 2008, MS Events has been providing unparalleled quality and service to the Charlottesville Wedding scene. Lead by Steve Sudduth and Jason Varner, MS Events is more than just a rental company, our products make your dreams come true. From Elegant to Rustic and everywhere in between, MS Events will help bring your vision to life with our beautiful china patterns, stunning farm tables, luxurious linen, stylish decor, gorgeous fabric draping and dazzling lighting designs.

hedgefineblooms.com | 115 Fourth Street NE, Charlottesville, Virginia 22902 | 434.293.8825

Each special event only happens once.

You have one chance to get it right and to impress everyone – yourself, your family, your loved ones and your guests. To make the right choice, your first choice should be Blue Ridge AV & Lighting.

Blue Ridge AV & lighting

S ince purchasing the company in 2008, Joe Kalkstein has assembled a team of skillful professionals with a singular common goal – to

produce premium quality events at the highest level of elegance and aesthetics. Unsurpassed customer service and attention to detail help us create an end product that exceeds client expectations. In addition to beautiful event lighting, our services now also include premium quality audio/visual services, staging, power distribution and creative draping and fabric dĂŠcor. Small or large, every event is managed by a designer with the help of an event team. We assist you every step of the way. From initial discussions, through the preparation of a proposal, and then on through planning, design, logistics, installation, on-site event management and finally, to strike and removal. We pride ourselves on being adaptable, making adjustments as desired, sometimes even while the event is in progress. This is your special day and having a responsive event team at your service will allow you to be worry free so that you can concentrate on enjoying your role and your guests.

Elegance, Sophistication, Precision, Superior Reputation Learn more at bLueridgeavandLighting.com

Dream. Design. Indulge.

313 2nd StREEt #10 3 , C h a Rlot t ESv i llE, v i Rg i n i a 2 2 9 0 2

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434-245-2253

Our team of wickedly artistic and convivial Sugaristas offer their unique pastry skills for your wedding vision.

Uniquely designed and delicious wedding cakes, Groom’s Cakes, American pies, European tarts, and Dessert Bars. Breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dessert fare delivered or served in-house for gathering out of town guests.

We graciously welcome our couples to join us in creating some wonderful memories!

p a ra d o x p a s try i nfo@ gm ai l .c om

www.paradoxpas tryc afe.c om

Nestled in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains at the heart of Central Virginia’s horse & wine country, The Inn at Willow Grove provides a beautiful landscape for a destination wedding of your dreams. We offer several event and ceremony spaces to choose from, including the lush Boxwood Gardens, the Hall for an intimate gathering, and the elegant Barn and Ruins for a larger celebration. Our overnight accommodations allow for every element of your wedding to take place in one location, from the rehearsal dinner, to bridal and grooms’ luncheons and the farewell brunch – you’ll never have to leave 540.317.1206 | innatwillowgrove.com

our estate. At The Inn at Willow Grove, we give thought to each and every detail; our award-winning events team is committed to making your day absolutely perfect.

www.rachel-may.com

“Sweet in every SenSe Since 1947” LocaLLy owned and operated Hand-crafting the best confections you’ll ever enjoy! Choose from made-in-store Fudge, “The Perfect” Caramel Apples, chocolate dipped and decorated treats, “Extraordinary Everyday” Truffles and more, in beautiful designed packaging to compliment your bridal shower, rehearsal dinner and wedding day!

(434) 234-3634

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313 E. Main St., Charlottesville

Photos by Jenniferlauraphotography.com Heather Kidd Photography

Rustic . Chic . Unique

Situated in the Blue Ridge Mountains, Wild Wolf Brewing Company is the premier location to say “I do”. Our elegant event center features vintage chandeliers, hardwood floors, rustic accents, vaulted ceilings, and seating for 140 of your friends and family. Offer a variety of customizable menus created by our award-winning Executive Chef.

2461 ROCKFISH VALLEY HIGHWAY, NELLYSFORD, VIRGINIA

www.wildwolfbeer.com

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STONEVineyards MOUNTAIN

“Come for the adventure ....... taste the altitude�

The winery and grounds at Stone Mountain Vineyards are perfect for weddings, rehearsal dinners, private parties, retirement, bridal showers as well as business retreats. Available space includes: 2800 sq. ft open layout (tasting room) with hardwood floors, old heart pine bar, and seating for up to 125 people. A full kitchen with a refrigerator, dishwasher, 2 stove-top ovens, and as well as 2 bathrooms. Expansive balcony with spectacular views! Send us an inquiry with respect to your upcoming event needs.

434.990.WINE

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S t oneMou nt a i nVi neya rd s@ gm a i l . c om

1376 Wya tt Mou nt a i n R oa d , Dyke VA 22935

makeup Studio

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custom wedding invitations . save the dates . programs . menus . escort cards place cards . table numbers . cocktail napkins . rehearsal dinner invitations letterpress . foil . engraving . thermography . flat printing please call or email to set up your complimentary, no-obligation appointment 434.979.6366 . hey@thinkrockpaperscissors.com . thinkrockpaperscissors.com

love is the greatest adventure of all www.3catsphoto.com

Ayvazyan & de Beauvoir You deserve the perfect wedding dress!

abcouturebridal.com info@abcouture.com abcouturellc abcouturellc

“Maliha means Beautiful in Hindi ... let me create your Beautiful Cake today!�

Maliha Creations is an award-winning boutique bakery helping clients celebrate momentous occasions since 2006. Serving Central Virginia, Maliha Creations is dedicated to crafting beautiful, delicious and truly exquisite confections for the most discerning clients. Our passion lies in developing long-term relationships with our couples. From the moment they contact us, through their tasting and planning sessions, all the way to their first anniversary, and sometimes beyond as their families begin to grow, we cultivate a warm and personalized experience.

Owned and operated by cake artist, Anita Gupta, Maliha Creations has been featured in top industry publications, including Town & Country Weddings, Southern Weddings, Martha Stewart Weddings, The Knot, Weddings Unveiled, Brides Magazine, among others.

malihacreations.com \\ anita@malihacreations.com \\ 434-973-3183

With over twenty years of couture design expertise, designer Susan Sorbello of Sealed With A Kiss will create a one-of-a kind gown, exclusively for you, from the finest silks and French lace.

“Just give me a sketch pad and tape measure, and I’ll create the gown of your dreams!”

– SuSan Sorbello, DeSigner

We’ll guide you through a 4-step design process: 1. Your idea 2. Our sketched rendering 3. An actual design sample 4. An exclusive original gown

(434) 979-5683 pat@sealedwithakissbridal.com www.sealedwithakissbridal.com

Real Venue. Dream Wedding.

Two striking venues, breathtaking mountain views, spectacular scenic vistas, lake or stable side cocktail parties, accommodations in our historic manor homes, optional horse-drawn carriages, hot air balloons, and inclusive weekend destination packages all combine to create the venue of your dreams.

On-site tasting room coming Fall of 2017.

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“I feel so fortunate to have helped create specIal events

25 When It’s tIme for yours, I hope you’ll gIve me a call.”

In thIs communIty for over years.

– L isa McEwan, OwnEr

GOURMET CATERING ANd CAFE

Barracks road shoppIng center . charlottesvIlle, va WWW.hotcakes.BIz . caterIng@hotcakes.BIz . 434.295.6037

540-825-8550 www.medspava.com

540.825.8550 www.MedSpaVa.com info@medspava.com 331 North Madison Road, Orange, VA 22960

Visualize memories in vivid color, set amongst breathtaking landscapes. Imagine your story, told through a beautifully designed wedding album, treasured for generations. Envision a wedding portrait as framed artwork in your home. Aaron Watson Photography is a full-service studio where quality, craftsmanship, and experience are paramount.

aaronwatsonphoto.com 434.202.8031

Alyson Taylor Events, led by Founder and Creative Director Alyson “Taylor” Batt, is a full-service event planning and design firm focused on artfully crafted and well executed experiences. Taylor creates unique, one-of-a-kind weddings and events inspired by her deep southern roots, experience in the couture bridal fashion industry, and love for interior design.

Armed with strong vendor relationships and extensive expertise, we expose our clients to the art of fine hospitality and entertaining.

Our objective for each event is for it to be relaxed and chic, showcasing the client’s personality and flare; most importantly, we want it to tell the client’s story, not ours. Her extensive and varied background in the industry, strong vendor network, and ‘out-of-the-box’ creative streak allows Taylor and her team to work closely with each client and deliver an unparalleled experience.

(828) 228-0415 hello@alysontaylorevents.com alysontaylorevents.com

Hosting joyous occasions since 2002.

elegance, simplicity, and comfort ver itaswines.com

Thomas Jefferson was widely known for his hospiTaliTy and was fond of enTerTaining aT his beloved mounTainTop home, monTicello. our third president’s historic grounds, owned and operated by the Thomas Jefferson foundation since 1923 with a mission of education and preservation, offer a variety of inspired settings that provide an unparalleled opportunity to experience Jefferson’s virginia. at montalto, overlooking monticello, 360-degree panoramic vistas of charlottesville and the blue ridge change with the sunlight and the seasons. repose, the gracious 11,000-square-foot country home perched atop Jefferson’s “high mountain,” offers a variety of possibilities for events of every kind and is one of the most distinctive, elegant spaces in virginia. from our timeless venues to our gracious sense of true virginia hospitality, here, we will surpass your visions for your celebration and help you create memories that will last forever. monTicello.org

“And our own dear Monticello, where has nature spread so rich a mantle under the eye? Mountains, forests, rocks, rivers. With what majesty do we there ride Current Logo down into the workhouse of nature, to see her clouds, hail, snow, rain, thunder, all fabricated at our feet! And the glorious above the storms! How sublime to look Sun, when rising as if out of a distant water, just gilding the tops of the mountains, and giving life to all nature!”

–Thomas Jefferson, 1786

"Amy has the ability to capture simple, genuine moments with complete grace."

C h r i s & A n n A | F r e d e r i c k s b u r g , VA

amynicolephoto.com | amy@amynicolephoto.com

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Our extensive collection of rental items will magically transform any room, barn, or tent and create a memorable ambience you and your guests will treasure. From delicate glassware and linens to chiavari chairs, cushions and farm tables, you are sure to find the perfect items.

a division of CE Rental, Inc.

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434.296.5496

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jenfar iello.com

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You can’t take the country out of the girl…and why would you want to? With an extensive selection of boots and dress apparel, including Scully clothing, Boot’Vil will help make your wedding apparel (and photos) unique and unforgettable. From an elegant pair of Lucchese boots and comfortable Corral boots to a pair of Ariat, you can express your personality with your entire bridal party. Wedding packages, professional fitting services, appointments and complimentary consultations are available.

434-985-4574 |

www.Bootvil.com

Locally and family-owned, we have been serving Ruckersville, Virginia, since 1986.

Unlock the best possible Charlottesville and Albemarle County experience by staying at one of Guesthouses’ many unique properties. Select from bed and breakfast style guestrooms, estate annexes, country cottages, log cabins just outside of town, private suites near the Downtown Mall or whole homes or apartments near the University. Whether your trip is a romantic getaway, family excursion, business venture, or a visit with your UVa student, Guesthouses will assist you in finding a one-of-a-kind accommodation for your nightly, weekly or monthly stay. Charlottesville has so much to offer, and we are here to help you explore it all!

434.979.7264

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Host your wedding in the heart of Virginia’s Blue Ridge Mountains, near Charlottesville and the Shenandoah Valley. Montfair’s dramatic mountain views, cottages, lake and rustic lodge make it a memorable and intimate venue for every aspect of your wedding weekend. Imagine a magical outdoor ceremony, rehearsal dinner and reception under twinkle lights in the lodge, cocktails and dancing on the tented deck, and a bonfire and games on the lake-front. You and your guests can stay on-site in nine cozy, cottages perched in the woods above the lake.

Cherish a weekend of nature, comfort and simplicity with those you love. events@montfairresortfarm.com \ montfairresortfarm.com \ 434-823-5202

Weddings MORE THAN A MONOGRAM Cyaned Originals is an innovative way to personalize gifts or brand your wedding or event. Hand drawn by Cyane Williams, your name becomes an individualized pattern designed specifically for you. Use your colors, your first name, your wedding date – the possibilities are endless! Your pattern can be applied to bridal party gifts, ties, favors, even wedding cakes! A Cyaned Original is a guaranteed one-of-a-kind gift.

Fun. Whimsical. Classic. Sophisticated.

www.CyanedOriginals.com

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Weddings Photographs preserve more than memories – they preserve feelings. They are a way to capture the present, remember the history, and celebrate the future. My organic and down-to-earth approach creates a relaxed atmosphere of preserving everlasting moments through a mixture of documentary and fine art photography. To me, it's important to always listen to my clients and strive to meet their needs in a professional and courteous manner.

www.rachelzwilson.com

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Weddings CUSTOM MADE GIFTS FOR YOUR WEDDING PARTY. CO-DESIGN JEWELRY AND VEGETABLE-TANNED LEATHER GOODS FOR YOUR CLOSEST FRIENDS AND FAMILY. MADE RIGHT HERE IN OUR CHARLOTTESVILLE STUDIO. contact: rebecca@miossa.com / miossa.com Tenth Street Warehouses, 134 10th Street, NW

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Weddings Showcase EveWatters I know harp’s special enchantment from rich experience: the magical way it frames the day, gracing each occasion. New songs and old, medieval to modern – beautiful sounds shine in every style, speaking directly to the heart. I’ve shared this amazing alchemy with audiences from the National Cathedral to the Australian bush, and weddings are my special delight.

Eve Watters | www.evewatters.com | 434-823-8600 | evewatters@gmail.com

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Nothing warms, welcomes, or expresses gratitude quite like a thoughtful gift.

Thanks to the southern hospitality that runs deep in our veins, The Detail Darling was born out of a wedding weekend necessity to host your out-of-town guests well and make them feel wanted and welcomed from the moment they check into their hotels. Imagining and constructing personalized welcome bags with Virginia’s most creative brides and wedding vendors is what we are all about.

Let the planning begin!

katie@thedetaildarling.com | thedetaildarling.com

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Our Charlottesville and Paris shops are a curated collection of fascinating items that we have found on our travels near and far to illustrate the taste and style of Caspari. The shops combine the Caspari Collection with our many finds to give a complete entertaining experience for your wedding and the events surrounding it.

Personalized invitations, napkins and gifts, internationally sourced with care.

100 W. Main St., Charlottesville | casparionline.com

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CARPE DONUT Our yummy donuts are homemade, handmade, and custom to your event. Our cart provides a unique and celebratory look, our apple cider donuts are made hot and fresh on-site, and our company is local, employee-owned, and one-of-a-kind.

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Locally-made, elegant and unique, Gearharts’ chocolates are the perfect complement to your special day.

The addition of one of our confections as part of your wedding – whether as a customized favor, part of your welcome gift for out-of-town guests or as part of the menu – will present your guests with a delicious, local and memorable symbol for the sweetness of your wedding day.

WWW.GEARHARTSCHOCOLATES.COM