Rachel McFadden, Author at Putting on the Ritz

How Much to Tip Wedding Vendors

Maryland caterers and wedding professionals are often asked by their clients to explain the rules of tipping their vendors. While a tip is commonly considered a demonstration of appreciation or a reward for excellent service, there are many vendors who expect a certain amount or even build it into their pricing. Determining when gratuity is…

Wedding Etiquette: How to Break Up with a Vendor

Wedding Etiquette: How to Break Up with a Vendor One of the first things on the agenda of newly engaged couples is to attend a bridal show. Wedding shows are ideal ways to meet wedding professionals in a relaxed, no-pressure atmosphere, and Maryland wedding venues feature many such expos. Putting on the Ritz is a…

Maryland Bat Mitzvah at Washington Hebrew

Earlier this month Putting on the Ritz, one of Baltimore’s premier catering companies, had the opportunity to cater a fabulous Bat Mitzvah for a wonderful family at the Washington Hebrew Congregation. The event was attended by 100 adults and 72 kids. The adults enjoyed a cocktail hour in the lobby with passed hors d’oeuvres that…

A Wedding at the American Visionary Art Museum

American Visionary Art Museum Reception at the Barn I had a great time Saturday at one of my favorite Baltimore wedding locations, the American Visionary Art Museum. I was pleased that Putting on the Ritz played a part in making Lindsay and Ram’s wedding day special. We utilized the entire AVAM campus for this…

Questions to Ask Your Caterer

Questions to Ask Your Caterer Many venues do not provide catering services, requiring clients to reach out to off-premise caterers to provide food for the events they are planning. With this comes a lot more than simply needing a menu; off-premise caterers are often the ones setting up and breaking down the entire event,…

Know to Know: How Much Will Your Wedding Cost?

Know to Know: How Much Will Your Wedding Cost? In the ten years that I, personally, have been in the event industry, it has become clear that my role is not just as a hospitality professional but also as an educator. Most of my clients have never planned a large event, mitzvah, or wedding…