We truly cannot say enough amazing things about our wedding DJ. She went above and beyond from the…read morevery first moment we connected--constantly reaching out, checking in, and making sure every detail was exactly what we envisioned. Her communication alone set her apart, but the way she delivered on our wedding day was something we'll never forget. One of the most unforgettable moments was when she sang "At Last." Her voice completely captivated the room--everyone was blown away by her talent. It wasn't just a performance; it felt deeply personal and added a level of magic to our day that we didn't even know we needed. Guests still talk about it. She kept everything running smoothly, effortlessly guiding the flow of the evening so we could be fully present and enjoy every second. From the ceremony to the reception, she handled transitions, timing, and energy with such professionalism and ease. We didn't have to worry about a single thing. If you're looking for someone who is not only incredibly talented but also genuinely invested in making your day perfect, we couldn't recommend her more. She was truly one of the best decisions we made for our wedding

We had a wonderful experience working with Sunflower Chef Catering for a recent educational event…read morewe hosted. They provided a light breakfast, lunch, and afternoon refreshments for our group, and everything was fresh, delicious, and clearly made with care. Julie and her team were incredibly professional, communicative, and easy to work with throughout the planning process. They were also very accommodating when it came to dietary restrictions, which we really appreciated for our group (e.g., gluten and soy allergies). The food was a hit with our participants, and the setup and service helped the day run smoothly. We're grateful for their attention to detail and look forward to working with Sunflower Chef Catering again this May!

Great communication, delicious food. Nice touches like a vase of flowers! All around great…read moreexperience for our sons's wedding rehearsal dinner.

My husband and I used Shoots and Sounds for our wedding-- and the experience was great! From our…read moreinitial meeting to even after the wedding, Anthony and Gina have been nothing but wonderful! When we met them both, we immediately knew we wanted them to do our wedding. It was the combo deal that did us in. We were getting all the photos that I could possibly want plus the choice of fun and music for the wedding and reception. We loved all of the ideas and they definitely understood and loved all of ours. This was very important to us because we knew that Anthony would be controlling the flow of the entire night. Also important that Gina get the fun photos and quick and painless family photos that we wanted. We had multiple meetings and much communication back and forth til we were satisfied of what we wanted. Anthony and Gina really did most of the work with just a little guidance from us. Even in emails I received from prior to the wedding, they were just as excited for our wedding as we were- which I loved. I also loved that we could go online and select the music prior to the event at our leisure plus veto also music ahead of times. Gina ran the camera and got in the most important pictures that I was looking for. There's not much that I can say about the actual wedding day besides that it was absolutely amazing and perfect! Cant say enough how smooth everything went from family photos to the fun of the reception. The music, the lights, everything! I would recommend using Shoots and Sounds for any event! :)

They were wonderful at our wedding, did a GREAT job, always willing and open to try out our ideas,…read morehelpful in offering suggestions, and professional in the way they carried it out. Would 100% recommend, and 5 stars do not seem to be enough.

A group of girlfriends and I got together for Girls' Night. We expected relaxation, but we ended…read moreup having a blast. Our price included 1 alcoholic drink and all the painting supplies with the instructor. We walked in 15 minutes, but since we called ahead, they stalled the class for us, which is pretty awesome. Our instructions were to redeem our drinks, then squirt paint onto out paper palattes, then we sat down and got started. There was music in the background, giving the atmosphere a fun but relaxed feel. It's fun watching how different everyone's technique was. The owners joined us in singing outside to a few songs and even dancing around the room. Afterwards, the snapped everyone's group shots with their finished product. The night was so much fun, I'm planning on doing it again in the near future!

I have now seen the Tangerine Food Company in action multiple times!…read more At First Friday events at Mainframe Studios and they also helped recently with our event at Mainframe studios! They provided food, and ran the bar, and also cleaned up the room by taking down tables and making sure everything was back in order.. The staff was super helpful and treated our guests with smiles abound! I really appreciated the hard work and them going the extra mile by creating specific drinks for the event and providing awesome local craft beer and local wine at the events! They also do unique food for the events themes! Very cool people and very cool catering company! I will work with them again for sure!

We had catering done for a birthday party in our home. All of the food that we had was very good,…read moreand we got a lot of compliments from our guests. The people that dropped off and set up our food and picked up all the equipment after the party, were very friendly and knowledgeable. We had tapas/finger food. The Korean meatballs were the best!

I signed up for what I thought was going to be a cooking class, it was more like a culinary…read moreexperience! There were so many ingredients that I have never used in my cooking, and some that were completely unfamiliar to me. The group of students divided into stations to create and then enjoy 4 different soups. While Chef Cass provided some instruction, most of the experience was actually in digging in and preparing the dishes. The atmosphere was exciting and collaborative with each group working together and checking out the progress of the other groups (and helping with the tasting of course). Chef Cass expertly provided tips and hints for each recipe while more than a dozen of us dug around the full chef's kitchen to gather ingredients and tools. So much fun and I learned a lot in 3 hours. I highly recommend these classes as a fun date night, friend's adventure, or individual experience!

Took the Rustic French class with KP. It was so much fun. She gave a lot of helpful tips along…read morethe way too. we divided into 4 groups with each group making one of the courses. All the food turned out great and they were all things I would replicate at home. Love it! Will definitely take another class.

Beautiful Venue with Helpful Staff and Lasting Memories!…read more We're so happy we chose Bailey Farms Barn and Venue for our wedding day! The property is absolutely stunning--our guests couldn't stop raving about how beautiful, peaceful, and picturesque the entire space was. From the open layout to the thoughtful details throughout the venue, it created the perfect backdrop for our celebration. The team was helpful and responsive throughout the planning process, and everything came together smoothly. There was a bit of an ordeal navigating the liquor-serving process, which we learned might be a broader issue beyond just the venue itself, but we appreciated their communication and flexibility as we worked through it. Overall, we had a wonderful experience and are so grateful to have shared such an important day in such a magical place. Bailey Farms gave us the space and support to create memories we'll treasure forever.

Wow this venue is incredible! I visited this place as a guest for a wedding. It is absolutely…read morestunning! The staff here are so friendly and welcoming. One of my favorite features it that when you book a wedding here, you get access to the attached houses. So for people coming from out of town, they can stay in the houses for the wedding. Truly a remarkable venue and a great place for a wedding.

TL; DR: This is a great place for a wedding. Food is really good and the service was great as well!…read more I visited the Tea Room for a wedding and it was amazing. From the food to the service, I was amazed. The space itself felt very open and never crowded. I also loved the outdoor space aka the balcony's - it had a great view!

Came here for a wedding reception. The venue was decorated perfectly for the wedding reception and…read morethe food was amazing. There were two bars in the venue to order drinks from. No outside drinks were allowed. The view from the balconies were gorgeous of downtown Des Moines. Very upscale and classy. Great place to have a party or reception. Highly recommend.