Putting on the Ritz, one of Baltimore’s most fashionable wedding caterers made a trip to Frederick! Driving to Shade Trees & Evergreens, one of Frederick’s newest and most beautiful wedding venues, we were struck by the luxurious foliage and sun glistening dramatically off the lake. It is a drop dead gorgeous spot; excellent for any type…
Continue reading ...A Billingsley House Wedding: Jo and Teresa “It is beautiful to love and be free at the same time.” – Anaïs Nin Having just recently celebrated our nation’s independence, I found it incredibly appropriate to dedicate this blog to one of my favorite couples and the celebration of their freedom to wed each other: after…
Continue reading ...Arthritis Foundation Fundraiser at the Grand Lodge Putting on the Ritz had the privilege of catering the annual Corks & Forks fundraiser hosted by the Arthritis Foundation (learn more about it here) at one of our favorite Baltimore wedding venues, the Grand Lodge. Boasting a marble foyer with a fantastic staircase, a gorgeous ballroom…
Continue reading ...A Marine Wedding at St. Francis Hall Jessica and Ryan met almost two years ago through CatholicMatch.com, and as their faith is a key component of their relationship, they chose to celebrate their marriage with a full nuptial Catholic mass followed by a simple and elegant seated-served wedding reception at St. Francis Hall. One of the…
Continue reading ...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…
Continue reading ...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…
Continue reading ...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…
Continue reading ...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…
Continue reading ...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,…
Continue reading ...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…
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