Your Kent Wedding - Nov/Dec 2019 (Issue 87)

Check out the news that’s local to you Nearlywed NEWS MEMORIES ARE MADE OF THIS With an ever-growing demand for social events that are individual and Instagram-friendly, Marriott Hotels UK have announced the launch of its Memories Made at Marriott concept. From small gatherings to elaborate occasions, its customisable party packages cater for guest lists of all sizes and are designed to be as special as you are. Not only has the innovative hotel chain introduced these new bespoke packages and menus, but also a dedicated team of Memory Makers who are on hand to perfect your party planning. What’s more, its new Wish List option includes everything from a red carpet arrival to a balloon wall, so every aspect of your event is social media-ready providing guests with an experience to make your wedding day extraordinary. The only limit is your imagination! To find out more visit memoriesmademarriott.co.uk . Participants in Kent are Bexleyheath Marriott Hotel and Tudor Park Marriott Hotel & Country Club. Raise a toast Fabulous celebrant Karina O’Donnell of Simply Ceremonies is set to launch new speech writing service, Silvertongue Creative, alongside daughter, Hannah. The pair will work with the groom, best man, bride, father- or mother-of-the-bride or in fact anyone who has been asked to make a wedding speech. Karina says, “We can help to edit a speech already written, checking for structure, content and ensuring a fun and memorable creation; or we can work with an individual, creating something from scratch, capturing the couple's essence, story and an element of magic.” Check out silvertonguecreative.co.uk VEGAN DELICIOUSNESS Chives the Caterers were happy to look after their first completely vegan wedding in August. 130 guests enjoyed a selection of canapés including the amazing banana blossom fritters, which were also gluten free, followed by a three-course wedding breakfast with a dessert buffet to finish. The table was overflowing with delicious puddings including coconut panna cotta with fresh raspberries, apple custard tarts, summer puddings, chocolate mudballs, and orange, almond and marmalade cake. The caterer’s Debbie Green explains, “We’d been working on some vegan menus, so when Sinem and Petr contacted us it was fabulous to be able to say, “yes” to providing a fully vegan wedding. Our mission was not only to give the couple a fabulous wedding breakfast but also one that their family and friends would enjoy without feeling anything was missing.” For further information about Chives’ vegan and vegetarian catering options, as well as its full menus, take a look at chivescaterers.co.uk BUDGET-FRIENDLY BOXES Oast House Gifts has partnered with a UK-based manufacturer to offer a new budget-saving favour box. They come in one colour and one size but are completely versatile. Just like all the supplier's products, they’re made from recycled materials and can be decorated to accommodate any colour palette or theme. A variety of delightful details can be added such as a paper ribbon effect, handmade origami flowers, butterflies, sailboats, 3D hearts and much more. Plus, Oast House Gifts will help you fill the boxes with wonderful favours of your choice, but they are available to purchase alone should you prefer. For more information check out oasthousegifts.com YOUR ESSENTIALS 9