Martine is the much-needed calm, organized, warm presence needed on what is usually a…read morehigher-than-normal-stress event: weddings. I don't know how Martine does it, but she seems to be simultaneously: everywhere, getting shit done, and right beside you, holding your hand and easing your nerves. She orchestrates fun, lively, curated experiences, which in and of itself, is incredible. However, it's the way she advocates for her couples and alleviates stress or anxiety that is TRULY SPECIAL! It's clear that Martine cares about her couples AND the vendors she works with. She has an 'I got your back' approach to her work that is clearly fueled by years of experience, passion for the details, pride in her work, and genuine love for her lucky couples. If you're the type of person who wants to FULLY enjoy your wedding without worrying about the next thing on the timeline or the flower order or XYZ delivery or the million other things that you know you'll forget on the day, choose Martine of The Capable Bride. You'll pat yourselves on the back for brilliantly hiring a professional who will guide you through one of the most fun days of your life with lots of love, warmth, and encouragement.

We had a nice upscale backyard BBQ for our special event. Gourmet organic stuffed burgers grilled…read moreto perfection with homemade mac and cheese to name a few of my favorites. The fresh tropical drinks were amazing! They only complaints from our guests were their full bellies. The food was on time and and organized. Fresh hot and delicious. By far my favorite part was the organizing. Literally I had to do nothing but give the date and time and theme. She already had ideas and packages ready for me to just point a finger at! She's easily adaptable and can finish off our unfinished ideas. No drama with her company easy pezzy. Definitely #1 on my list of favorites for event planners and catering services!

My neice's wedding was held at this venue. WOW the food was amazing- well, I was in New York! The…read morecocktail hour was spectacular with full bar. We then moved into the reception room and the tables were expertly lit and decorated. The sh was tops/ he played vintage disco and club so everyone, young and old, was in the floor dancing all night- he did a great job. Service was great- the main entree... well- I am from Texas so I like my steak medium rare at the most. They only would do well or medium well...must be a health code thing????? So hence three stars. But you get your money's worth here for an event - just great!

I just got home from a fundraiser and it was glorious. Tenth anniversary of Paws Crossed Animal…read moreRescue in Elmsford and what a brilliant choice of venue! The ballroom is very spacious and modern yet elegant; the right mixture of hanging crystal and columns with a very high ceiling, opulent but not at all gaudy. Service was impeccable with all the young, attentive, efficient and courteous servers being on top of everything without being invasive; I was even given a bag with at least eight pounds of meat scrap for my five rescue dogs! There wasn't a lot of scrap though because the food was sumptuous from appetizers and a cocktail hour buffet to a superlative dinner. Even the coat check and valet were exceptional! Definitely a top choice for a banquet in lower Westchester County.

I do not know where to begin with Jacqueline and Darryl. As the groom, my Involvement did not much…read moreexceed the food tasting and tux fitting. To be honest, I was pretty useless. However, as the groom, I absolutely did not have to endure a 'bridezilla.' Jacqueline and Darryl were the primary factors for this. Jacqueline was at every dress fitting, and the bridal shower. She helped form the strategic plan, but was on point with the smallest of details. The contacts they had for every imaginable service made planning a breeze. Although they are very busy (for obvious reasons), they promptly replied to every email, text message and phone call. They went above and beyond to serve as referee, counselor, mediator, and fixer. I cannot accurately describe how reassuring it is having a go-to (or two) to put out any fires or better yet, prevent them before they started. For brides-to-be, you will not find a better planner with more solid contacts in the industry. For grooms, cut the check! In retrospect I would have paid triple what they charged for the quality of life and piece of mind leading up to the events, and for the smile on the face of my beautiful bride on the day of. Stop searching, you have found your people!

I cannot recommend Jacque and Lifetime Events by Jacqueline highly enough! From start to finish,…read moreJacque went above and beyond to create an unforgettable winter ski getaway and an incredible 50th birthday celebration at Whiteface Lodge. Every detail was handled with precision and care--from crafting a daily itinerary of winter activities like skiing, ice skating, and dogsledding, to orchestrating a spectacular birthday bash complete with shuttle service for guests, stunning décor, catering for food and beverages, a fantastic DJ, photographer, and even fun photo booths. The list of what she managed is endless! What truly stood out was Jacque's professionalism and calm confidence throughout the entire process. Even when things were uncertain, she never wavered. Jacque made me feel completely supported, as if I had a trusted partner who always had my back. Her ability to anticipate needs, solve problems quickly, and keep everything running smoothly ensured that I could relax and enjoy every moment knowing I was in good hands. If you're looking for someone who combines creativity, organization, and grace under pressure, Jacque at Lifetime Events by Jacqueline is the one. She turned my vision into reality and exceeded every expectation. I am beyond grateful for her hard work and dedication! Thank you Jacque!! Keisha Grant-Heslop

Will try to give my honest feedback from my experience with Rahel. I got the entire package from…read moredress, makeup, and photography. I will say I had a great experience with hair/makeup and dress but photography was such a horrible experience. We saw sample pictures beforehand and decided to go with Rahel but the pictures we actually got were no where near what we were given. I will preface and say that we were pre-warned that we were double booked that day and were not going to get the main photographer,however, I am not just upset at the quality of photos but just the lack of professionalism that followed. We ended up taking studio photos that day with the main photographer which actually were edited and came out nice, however, the pictures taken at the venue were terrible with the other photographers. Many of the pictures looked like we were inside a club due to horrible flash. Many pictures we were washed out with flash directly in our faces. Not just that but barely none were edited. We just got a photo dump of nearly 7 gbs of just raw pictures. We hired photography to get professional pictures but we just ended up with a photo dump of just raw photos and terrible ones at that. The worst part is I tried emailing the group about my concerns 3 times with NO response and am just amazed at their unprofessionalism with their clients. I guess once they have your money they just have no regard for you. If at least there was some dialogue about the situation I don't think I would have been as upset but the fact that before the wedding they were very responsive to the silence that followed afterwards is just what is very upsetting.

I had a wonderful experience at Rahel! I did my engagement photo shoot here - both in their indoors…read morestudio and outdoors in Brooklyn. It was such a convenient one-stop shop - they have dress/tux for rent, hair&makeup artists on site, as well as a photographer. For the engagement shoot, we got the whole package here and are very pleased with how the photos turned out. We are also going with Rahel for our wedding - hair & makeup and renting a dress/tuxedo.

This is by far my favorite golf courses in the city. Free golf cart with purchase! Best Chipping…read morearea in the city! I live in queens and happily pay the toll to be here, I average about 15 rounds at this course yearly. So it brings me great displeasure and guilt in writing that this establishments is completely and utterly uninhabitable for the summer months of June-September due to its life threatening mosquito problem. They really need to bring glory back to this historic establishment and handle this lingering issue. Perhaps a different fertilizer? The picture attached is with bug spray after 1 hole.

Called and asked if they would be open. They said they were…read more We booked a time with a cart. Showed up, and they said they were wrapping up and going home. Wouldn't give a refund; only said they could move the tee time and said that it had to be within a week. This didn't work for us as we weren't going to be here the next weekend and we all work during the week. Aside from the wasted time, we spent money getting here and everything. Awful experience, terrible service especially considering confirmation.

I went with my sister and mom for a wedding dress try on appointment. We had a blast…read more My sister and mom ended up going back and my sister found her dress. It's stunning! Denise is a wonderful person and has a great sense of humor. We were laughing and having a blast the whole time. She also knows her stuff and has a keen eye. I'd recommend The Persnickety Bride to anyone looking to find their wedding dress.

If I could give this review five more stars, I absolutely would!…read more The Persnickety Bride has been a dream from start to finish. As a curvier bride, I was definitely intimidated to start wedding dress shopping because of the sizing industry, but Denise and her team completely changed that for me. They were so welcoming, so kind, and honestly made the whole experience fun instead of stressful. When I went to try on dresses, I ended up finding my dream dress! Their selection is beautiful, thoughtfully curated, and not at all overwhelming. The boutique itself feels homey and personal, which made the experience even more special. From the very beginning, everyone I worked with went above and beyond. Cecile helped me find my dress, and Emmy guided me when I picked it up and chose my veil--they were both absolutely wonderful. Patient, kind, and genuinely excited for me, they made the process so smooth and enjoyable. I cannot recommend The Persnickety Bride enough to any bride--whether you're in Fairfield, New Haven, Putnam County, or even farther away, this is worth the trip. You simply won't find a better experience than this one!

Xin built trust and credibility from day one as she was responsive and engaging. She is also…read moreincredibly well connected and has a network of amazing florists, patisseries, etc. Xin is a visionary AND she can execute. Her work is top notch, both thoughtful and detailed, and I am consistently impressed with each new project she delivers. She's also very sweet, listens, and truly cares about delivering a quality product. Highly recommend Le Petite Prive Events!

Xin from Le Petite Prive planned, organized, and executed an incredibly elegant, yet masculine baby…read moreshower for my baby Leo in January 2019. Working with Xin has been an absolute pleasure - the best decision I have made! It was important for me that the entire experience of coordinating this baby shower be as stress-free as possible. Xin has gone above and beyond to respond back to my inquiries timely, suggest ideas without bulldozing over my vision, and has applied her impeccable eye for detail flawlessly (the photos attached speak for themselves!). She is such an honest and kind soul, that she even really rolled up her sleeves the day of the event & cleaned up after the guests. We're looking forward to coordinating a stunning baptism with her this Summer!

We hired Melissa solely to install red drapes for our wedding reception in Manhattan Chinatown. The…read moreprocess to book was quite simple (over texts/calls), especially because she was already familiar with our venue. Her quote included a very reasonable $10/foot for draping. The drapes were a wrinkly raspberry-red satin material that were somewhat sheer if there was lighting behind them. I was hoping for velvet drapes that were a true red, but they still turned out great for photos (especially with flash). Overall would recommend her services!

Melissa is absolutely amazing! After her fabulous work at my wedding a few years ago, we recently…read morebooked her for my baby boy's birthday decor. She transformed the restaurant with a stunning backdrop and balloons! My guests were all very impressed and we can't wait for her work at our next party! 1000% recommend!

I'm so glad I found Dream Wedding on 150th. After a stressful experience elsewhere where they…read morecanceled on me last minute, working with Sue was such a relief. She was patient, attentive, and really took the time to understand exactly what I wanted. I never felt rushed, and it was clear she values each client's experience. And she did not overbook, which made everything feel calm and well-organized. Bobo, the owner, was also very transparent about pricing from the beginning, which I really appreciated. There was no pressure or uncomfortable conversations...just straightforward, professional communication. Most importantly, she is very skilled. She enhanced my look in a way that felt natural and polished, and I felt confident the entire night. If you're looking for someone reliable, professional, and talented, I would highly recommend Sue!

The best price of all the studios I had looked at. It turned out to be very good photos. They very…read moretook their time to take photos and make up for you. They have all kinds of weddings dress for you to try on.

I am speechless. WOW She planned my son's 1st birthday boss…read morebaby theme in less than 3 weeks. It was absolutely stunning and blew me away. Love her team and their hard work. She's honest and doesn't try to sell you which I appreciate. I promise you won't regret it. Go for it!

I contacted them last minute within 24 hours of my event and they were able to deliver! Beautiful…read moreballoon garland and table decor setup. They also came way before the party time to set up and were very communicative throughout the whole process and planning.