I was frantically looking for a bouquet of flowers for my son's first piano recital. It almost felt…read morelike fate when I found Ratany Bloom. It was 1:29 PM, and my son's recital started at 1:30 PM. The owner was in the middle of another project, but when I explained my dilemma, she came to our rescue. She quickly put together a fabulous bouquet of sunflowers that was absolutely perfect for my son. She was very friendly, and it was such a beautiful experience. I would highly recommend Ratany Bloom. Five out of five stars. This will be the first place I stop the next time I need flowers. Great selection, beautiful flowers, and great value.

Such a cute shop in downtown Vancouver with beautiful curated plants, cute cards and gifts, and…read morecustom floral arrangements - just call ahead and let them know your preferences. Friendly and welcoming vibes.

Winde at Wildflower Studio created and delivered a bouquet while keeping me abreast of the process…read moreup to delivery. The recipient was delighted by the selection of flowers, arrangement, and freshness. She frequently commented on the pleasant fragrance in her home. I'm grateful to Wildflower Studio for providing exceptional service.

I realized this morning that I had forgotten a family member's wedding anniversary, so I reached…read moreout to Floral Wishes and Gifts on short notice. They assured me they could deliver the arrangement by late morning or early afternoon, which truly saved the day. I'm incredibly grateful for their quick help and for turning my moment of forgetfulness into a happy outcome."

Company rented out this spot because it was a spacious area to host with lots of activities. The…read moreplace is a combination of Camp Anawana meets Action Park. Way large area with bouncy houses, archery, cornhole but it was during a heat wave. Theres shade from the trees so why was everything out in the baking sun? Company gave us a voucher for a hot dog but nobody was at the Snack Shack. I couldn't find any employees here to ask questions. The final coup de gras: WARM PINK LEMONADE FROM A DRINKING FOUNTAIN. Yuck!

I've been coming to Alderbook Park for various events for most of my life. As a child, it was to…read moreattend my mom's company picnics, back when she worked for Burgerville. As an adult, things came full circle when I started to visit to attend my *own* employer's company picnics, and later, special events like this weekend's Alderbrook Oktoberfest, or a friend's wedding, several years ago. I remember fondly several of its unique attractions: the fountains of pink lemonade; the (semi)-heated pool; the mini mini-golf course; rowboats on the pond (now replaced with paddleboats); all you can eat hot dogs; the dinner buffet and live music under the awning. Some of the above features aren't a part of a standard admission ticket, or present at each and every event. For example, the dining options at this weekend's Oktoberfest were certainly not free, but an a la carte selection of sparse and underwhelming German options; one measly stand selling Costco brats with sauerkraut, some pretzels and cheese...and that's about it. There was beer, of course, and wine, but nothing to write home about. It was basically Alderbrook with a very thin coat of Bavarian paint over the top, which as a seasonal event would be an abject failure, if not for the fact that Alderbrook itself elevates anything that takes place here a few notches above the bar. There are few family-friendly outdoor venues as uniquely appealing in the PNW area. So many play places, open fields for games and sporting events, hiking trails and places to explore, that any kid (or kid at heart) is going to have no shortage of things to do or see. Our toddler son loved jumping around in the provided bouncy castles, wandering the paths, riding the "train", climbing the play structures, exploring the wooden ship, swinging in the swings, paddling out on the pond, and feeding the fish from the 25c food dispensers on the dock. It was a joy to see him experience the very same things I did as a child, with a huge smile on his face, and to hear him giggling with excitement. Not every event at Alderbrook is perfect; what you get is directly related to how much time, effort and money are poured into planning and preparation. Whether that be your company putting on a holiday event or get together, or something more publicly accessible (and put on by Alderbrook itself, to draw in the public), there may be things that could be improved, but in general, there will always be more hits than misses here. The real magic, and draw, of Alderbrook comes in the form of memories that you build and share with your friends, co-workers, and family, and as evidenced in my own case, these memories are fond, romantic, and now, passing on into their third generation. That's something really special, if you ask me.

Great. Everything. Great Flowers were spot on, gorgeous, and…read moreI have absolutely no bad things to say about this shop. Great quality and service

Twice this company has messed up on my orders. Once they just completely forgot to send my dad…read moreballoons after finishing his cancer treatment. And now todaythey sent my mom's birthday balloons a week early and ruined the suprise. Never again will I go through them.

I cannot say enough about John and Dyann at the Refuge Chef! They provided the amazing catering for…read moreour small wedding at the Overlook House in north Portland. It began with a personalized menu based on our preferences and ideas, tasted at their home in Ridgefield. We were immediately impressed with their responsiveness, creativity, and the focus on fresh, quality ingredients. During the wedding planning process, Dyann was helpful and friendly, offering to do many of the day-of tasks that I needed at a somewhat DIY venue. She put me at ease as she was very knowledgeable about timelines, flow, and keeping everything beautiful. They made it easier, providing table cloths and other materials, so we didn't have to search out as many bits and pieces for a single use. On the day of, everything ran perfectly smoothly. The food was beautiful, and many of our guests mentioned it was the best wedding food they'd ever had! The attention to detail demonstrated a care and thoughtfulness that belies their passion for their business. The menu included smoked salmon, beer-braised short ribs, and beautiful salads and sides. At one point, I noticed that the bubble wands I'd brought never made it to tables, and I commented on it as I walked into the house. I came out perhaps ten minutes later, and what magically appeared? Bubbles! Dyann heard me mention it and kindly took care of it! I recommend them without hesitation.

I just had my wedding today and I'm so happy I went with The Crafted Palate as my caterer. Their…read morepackages were affordable and super customizable. They set up an absolutely beautiful spread and all of my guests loved it. I got so many compliments on the grazing board, especially from my friends with food allergies who were happy that everything was clearly labeled. I would definitely go with them again for another event!

I could not have been more impressed with my order of Charcuterie Cups! They were absolutely…read moreadorable, and just the perfect portion for everyone to enjoy some meat, cheese, fruit and nuts. The adorable details (skull mozzarella) just tickled everyone! Highly recommend for your next gathering!

Dorothy did our catering event for our mom's celebration of life. Food was excellent, presentation…read morewas beautiful & service was beyond our expectations. She goes above and beyond, will use her again, highly recommend her!

I love Dorothy's shrimp and grits, her fried chicken wings s as we the best too, I look forward to…read moreeating there again!