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As those bitterly chilly days begin to approach us and everyone has strung their lights, that can only mean one thing…holiday parties are among us! Now, you know us for our expert wedding advice, but we also know how to put together a lavish holiday bash. First things first. Alcohol. We love the helpful and cheerful customer service and selection from Asheville Beverages. The holidays are all about having fun and spending time together! Let Blue Ridge Event Staffing help with all of your staffing needs! From waiters to bartenders, they are here to take the stress off of you, so you can enjoy yourself!

One of the last steps you’ll need for your holiday party is our favorite holiday cocktail recipe! Try this delicious and refreshing drink that is sure to have all of your guests dying to know your secret!

Ingredients

• 1/2 oz simple syrup
• 1/2 oz unsweetened cranberry juice
• 1 1/2 oz gin or vodka
• 2 oz chilled ginger beer
• 1 rosemary sprig
• orange slice, for garnish
• sugared cranberries, for garnish

Instructions

Combine simple syrup, cranberry juice, and gin. Pour over ice and top with ginger beer. Serve garnished with rosemary, orange wedge and sugared cranberries, if desired.

Have a wonderful holiday party!

We absolutely had to share this post all about precious Beth of Studio Flora Diva! Get to know this amazing Asheville florist. Also, if you haven’t already, be sure to check out her work!

“I’m Beth, the diva behind Studio Flora Diva and I’ve been working in floral design since 1983. I’m an eclectic sort of gal.

I love helping my daughter with the horses and chores at her farm, and enjoy working in our organic vegetable garden all summer. The wreath on my front door is made out of dried okra and decorative corn from this year’s harvest. I love being outdoors, and spending time in nature inspires me and helps me restore my creativity. I’m all about no-tech time.

I have an accredited membership in AIFD, which is extremely selective and can be obtained only after a candidate has effectively demonstrated advanced professional ability of his or her floral artistry.

We must continue to demonstrate cutting edge art by meeting specified continuing education requirements. I moved to Asheville in 1992 from a small town in Western New York and knew Asheville before it became the big tourist attraction that it is today.

I love all things artsy and usually have some project in the works. Right now I’m working on a concept for a photo shoot for next year.”

See! We told you it was a good read!

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-StudioWed Asheville

Photo by Aaron Imaging

Absolutely loving these gorgeous spring wedding designs that Nüage recently shared on their instagram! Nüage is an Asheville wedding rentals resource who represents the next generation of custom linens and furnishings for special events. Their philosophy is to constantly innovate in both design & décor elements, providing only the finest selection for event professionals and allowing them to create unique environments with our distinctive collections. You can easily see their innovation in these inspiring wedding looks!

A love for unexpected color combinations and unconventional floorplans? That’s @eventsluxestl! Find out more about their design process and why it’s all about proportions on the blog today 👆 Link in Profile | Photo: @cassidyparkersmith

A post shared by Nüage Designs (@nuagedesignsinc) on Mar 15, 2017 at 5:43pm PDT

Easy like Sunday Morning 💭 | Photo: @rebeccaarthurs

A post shared by Nüage Designs (@nuagedesignsinc) on Feb 26, 2017 at 7:14am PST

Atlanta meets Palm Beach meets Hollywood Regency and makes us very very happy! Check it out today on @southernweddings 🍑 Photo: @willettphoto

A post shared by Nüage Designs (@nuagedesignsinc) on Feb 23, 2017 at 8:34am PST

We came across a super fun Asheville wedding tip for those of you who are planning a destination wedding in this area and are unable to make the trip into town to meet with vendors in person. Sugar Cloud Baking Company recently shared this fantastic idea on their Instagram. If you can’t come into town for a cake tasting, Sugar Cloud will send a tasting kit to you! Love this idea so much!

Our yummy tasting kits are SO cute!!! Shipped directly to your door, this is a wonderful option for our destination brides who can’t make it to the area for a tasting. Contact us to check your date availability, and order a tasting kit complete with our delicious cake samples and other goodies. #cakesofinstagram #happywednesday #desserts #shipping #cakeovertheworld #brides #tasting #orderonline #sugarcloudbakingcompany #love #weddingcake #weddingplanning #xoxo

A post shared by Sugar Cloud Baking Company (@sugarcloudbakingcompany) on Feb 22, 2017 at 5:13am PST