Whether you plan on surprising your dad with news of your engagement or simply writing him a note, it’s never a bad idea to add a little sweetness to his Father’s Day giftbox. Arte Haus Collectif is hosting a Father’s Day pop-up shop with several local vendors, including Tess Comrie (and her delicious sweets).
It’s too late to order a full cake, but you can still pop in Saturday between 11am and 4pm to grab a goodie for your old man.
“Rare as is true love, true friendship is rarer. “
— Jean de La Fontaine
Is your wedding right around the corner? There’s no time to waste. Gather your bridesmaids and celebrate your friendship with an afternoon of beauty and laughter. (Don’t forget to snap a few photos for memory keeping!)
Raise of hands of all you reluctant entertainers out there? Me! Me! Me! I stress about my smallest entertaining endeavors. First, I don’t cook (thank heavens for takeout) and second, I don’t have time to run around town looking for party supplies that don’t offer tired, kitschy themes.
Event planner and stylist Emily White of Haute Hostess saves the day with her new boutique in Park City’s Redstone Center at Kimball Junction. True to form, the happy hostess-with-the-mostest packs her new shop with cheerful, on-trend—and low and behold, useful—party goods for any celebration.
Our team got a sneak peek of the shop during their grand opening celebration.
Need oversize, confetti-filled fringe balloons for a birthday party? Sick of sipping out of a red solo cup at outdoor concerts? Hate to gift wrap? Need classy hostess gifts? Hosting a bridal shower?
Wish is loaded with stylish wrapping paper, sassy letterpress cards, eco-friendly picnic gear, laser-cut cake toppers (made by Utah designer Alexis Maddox) and customizable signage.
If you’re looking for somebody to cater your wedding but feel like you’ve eaten one too many doughnuts in the last year, you’re in luck: Brandon and Blake Barkdull—AKA the Penguin Brothers of Provo—are bringing something big to the world of events and catered treats.
From their large, 1980s pink food truck The Penguin Brothers serve ice-cream sandwiches and only ice-cream sandwiches, therefore focusing on perfecting one of summer’s best treats.
Brandon and Blake are brothers IRL, originally from the Bay Area who both came to Utah for school. This dynamic duo is just as charming and original as their custom-made ice-cream sandwiches.
“This is our first year in the business, and we definitely enjoy catering the most since we can interact with customers more than at public events. We do love our product, but that’s not the reason we do it. The number one motivator is that we love creating fun for people. Whether it’s through our delicious product, crazy outfits, dance moves, or parties we throw, we just love seeing people have a good time.”
And that’s exactly what the Penguin Brothers can provide for your wedding—a fun-filled energy and ambiance that is matched by the quality of their delectable dessert.
So let’s breakdown the process. Their cookies are baked fresh daily—by Sweet Tooth Fairy—and their homemade ice-cream originates from Rockwell Ice Cream Co. in Provo.
If you’re looking for variety, that’s exactly what you’ll get: for weddings, they offer a list of twenty-five ice-cream flavors and six cookies to choose from. Guests are encouraged to march up to their window and order whatever their heart desires, the combinations are endless. Brandon even notes that at one wedding, a little girl “came up six times—we had to cut her off after that.” Laugh all you want, but after tasting these catered creations, I’m sure you’ll be doing just the same. 😉
As if these ice-cream sandwiches aren’t convincing enough, Brandon asserts that “even our outfits are customizable. We have various bowtie/shirt/suspender combinations, or bright baby blue suits to choose from. We try to make the experience as fun and different as possible.”
What more could you want from a caterer? It’s clear that these brothers are fiercely committed to their craft and if you’re seeking a little zest and pizzazz to add to your reception, the Penguin Brothers fit the bill. Trust your sweet tooth and indulge in this timeless finger-licking goodie that is guaranteed to bring a smile to your lips and satisfaction to your tummy.
At O.C. Tanner soiree last week Val Rasmussen the editor of Utah Bride and Groom displayed some of the beautiful images featured in the last issue that showcased some of the pieces in their collection. These beautiful earrings are one of our favorites and you can visit O.C. Tanner to view all the beautiful cases and what has been featured in Utah Bride and Groom.
Last evening, O.C. Tanner Jewelers heralded in the season with their chic Spring Soirée. Festive guests celebrated the season as well as the new Home & Lifestyle Boutique where spectacular accents, art, accessories and more sparkled in inspiring vignettes curated by O.C. Tanner’s Visual Director Bob Martin and Utah Style & Design editor Brad Mee.
See photos below of the chic event and the beautiful cases put together by Val Rasmussen editor of Utah Bride and Groom. These spectacular set-ups of beautiful jewelry featured in Utah Bride and Groom will remain on display through mid-May.