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Rose in Vintage Wine Glasses. Howerton+Wooten Events.

  Did you know there was a “right way” to hold your champagne glass?  Sounds a little “hoity-toity,” right?  Well, of course it does!  But, there is a rationale behind this rule, so, check it out — How Should You Hold the Glass? When you hold a champagne flute or a wine glass, you should pick […]

How You Should Hold a Champagne Flute (reprise)

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If you intend to order your liquor, beer, and/or wine separate from the caterer, check out this post I wrote a couple of years ago with a Beverage Planning Guide.  You can download the beverage planning guide and use it to determine the amount of beverages you need to order for your wedding reception.  Cheers! Love & […]

Throwback Thursday Post. A Planning Guide for Ordering Your Wedding Reception Beverages

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Fresh Watermelon Margarita. Howerton+Wooten Events.

Looking for a fun drink to serve at your 4th of July Barbecue?  You can’t go wrong with watermelon — It’s the fruit of summer. So, check out this recipe for a Fresh Watermelon Margarita! Ingredients — ½ Cup of White Sugar ½ Cup of Water 3 Strips of Orange Zest 2 Cups of Watermelon […]

Fresh Watermelon Margarita Recipe for Your 4th of July Barbecue

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Basil Lemonade. Howerton+Wooten Events.

Summer is finally here, and no drink screams summer more than a glass of lemonade. Yes! This lemonade recipe became a “fan favorite” for me and my girlfriends because the fresh basil adds a refreshing twist to an otherwise “super sweet” beverage. It works perfectly for an afternoon lunch on your deck. Ingredients – 12 Cups […]

Sunny Basil Lemonade for a Light Summer Lunch

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Sangria Recipe. Howerton+Wooten Events.

Last week, we had the honor of having our “Newlywed Dinner Party” featured on the MunaLuchi Lifestyle Sunday series.  One of the food items featured in that styled shoot was one of my favorite recipes, kiwi and white wine sangria. Ingredients – 1 Bottle (750 ml) of Chardonnay 2 Cups of Club Soda ⅓ Cup […]

Refreshing Kiwi and White Wine Sangria

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Brunch. Howerton+Wooten Events.

To me, Sunday brunch is the most perfect meal — It’s filled with Belgian waffles and maple syrup, crisp bacon (my 2nd favorite), long and engaging conversations (my first favorite), and of course, great music. As much as I love enjoying a yummy brunch with friends on a rooftop restaurant, I have come to appreciate Sunday […]

A Soulful Playlist for a Lazy Sunday Brunch

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Newlywed Dinner on a Dime. Howerton+Wooten Events.

Happy Monday morning! We’ve had quite an exciting couple of days recently, and things don’t seem to be slowing down any time soon. Yes! One of our most recent highlights was yesterday’s feature in MunaLuchi’s Sunday Lifestyle series. I had such a fun time styling the “Newlywed Dinner on the Floor” as Natarsha Wright snapped up a storm — and […]

Featured in MunaLuchi Lifestyle “Sunday Series”

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Dreamsicle Mimosa Smoothie. Howerton+Wooten Events

Summer is my favorite season, and mimosas are definitely one of our favorite beverages!  So, we created a recipe that embraces both loves, and it is on Style Me Pretty Living today! This recipe is perfect for an outdoor or rooftop bridal shower. Here’s the best part — It tastes just like one of those […]

Our Mimosa Smoothie Recipe is on Style Me Pretty Living Today!

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Blue Wine Glasses and Champagne Flutes. Howerton+Wooten Events.

Did you know there was a “proper way” to hold your champagne glass?  Sounds a little “hoity-toity,” right?  Well, of course it does, but there is a rationale behind this rule! When you hold a champagne flute or a wine glass, you should pick it up by pinching the stem at the base of the […]

How to Properly Hold a Champagne Flute

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