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Summer is quickly approaching and that means outdoor wedding ceremonies can go from “lovely” to “oppressive.” And, there is nothing we can do to control the weather. We just need to learn how to shine in spite of the weather. Here are some ways we learned as professional wedding planners on how to survive hot […]

Surviving Hot Weather on Your Wedding Day

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Mexican Mimosas. Howerton+Wooten Events

I found this Mexican Mimosa recipe on the Don Julio Pinterest page, and I think it is a winner!

Mexican Mimosas

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Low Calorie Blueberry Lemonade Cocktail. Howerton+Wooten Events.

Are You on the Hunt for A Low-Calorie Summer Cocktail? If you are trying to figure out what to do with all of those blueberries you recently picked, check out our new favorite recipe for a low calorie cocktail. (yes, we are still counting points). This skinny blueberry lemonade cocktail recipe calls for our favorite 15-calorie […]

Skinny Blueberry Lemonade Cocktail Recipe

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Skinny Strawberry Lemonade Cocktail. Howerton+Wooten Events.

A Weight Watcher Friendly Cocktail If you follow this blog, you know one of my favorite drinks to make for guests is a two-ingredient low-calorie recipe for strawberry lemonade. Since the 4th of July holiday is upon us, I am adding a little vodka to the beverage. Why?  Well, I am counting weight watcher points […]

Our Favorite Skinny Strawberry Lemonade Cocktail Recipe

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Strawberry Lemonade Beverage. Howerton+Wooten Events.

Whenever Chris Wooten and I get together with friends at our home, I serve a super easy, two-ingredient lemonade beverage that everyone enjoys.  To top it off, its calorie count is incredibly low.

A Two-Ingredient Beverage Your Guests Will Love

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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 — Instructions — Enjoy! Love and Soul Always, Kawania

Fresh Watermelon Margarita Recipe for Your 4th of July Barbecue

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Basil Lemonade. Howerton+Wooten Events.

Summer is the Perfect Time to Serve Lemonade Summer is finally here, and no drink screams summer more than a glass of lemonade. Yes! This basil 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 […]

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.

Refreshing Kiwi and White Wine Sangria Recipe

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 Summer is Here! It’s Time to Plan Some Couple Activities It’s Memorial Day, and the unofficial start of Summer! Before you fill your summer schedule with work events and special occasions, make sure you plan some activities for you and your sweetie. If you live in or plan to visit the Washington DC metropolitan area, […]

A Summer Bucket List for Washington DC Couples

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