St. Jude Parish: A+++

http://www.stjude-redmond.org/

Katie the wedding coordinator was very helpful! She offered recommendations for musicians, and suggestions regarding altar and pew decorations. Our officiant was from another parish, Father Hayatsu of St. Francis in Burien. He was my priest at the school I attended in Renton.

Columbia Winery: A+++

When I first started my wedding planning, my caterer was already figured out. (Last year, Columbia Winery had one catering option). However, when that changed, I had to select a caterer from three options. I spoke with all three companies, and personally met with two. Michael and Kari Toni went above and beyond all my expectations, and that was just the tasting! My husband, myself, and my parents visited their kitchen was blown away by their food. Kari knew we had already received a contract with the first caterer, and made accommodations to meet the first price point. Kari and I emailed back and forth, and in those correspondences I knew Kari was going to make sure everything was perfect. However, in the beginning, it would take a few days until I heard back from Kari. But closer to the day of the wedding she was available at all times and quick with responses. On our wedding day, Michael and his team of chefs cooked the food on in the kitchen at Columbia Winery, so everything was fresh and amazing. Our guests raved! Especially, about the Coconut Prawns. Kari worked the front of the house, to make sure tables, décor and flow of event was going to plan. She also made sure my husband I had warm food, and everything else we needed. I don’t think either of us actually went to the bar to get beer, wine, soda or water! Kari and our wedding planner were on top of it!

Bobbi Roth Wedding: A+++

I was planning my wedding from the East Coast, but wanted assistance on for the day of the wedding. I came across Bobbi on a wedding website, along with others. I talked to three different potential day-of-coordinators, and after talking with Bobbi, I knew I like her. She asked a ton of questions, to not only get an idea about my vision for the wedding, but to learn about my husband and me. That was very refreshing. I emailed with Bobbi about questions related to etiquette, planning, and vendor recommendations. On the day of our wedding, Bobbi kept the events of the day going smooth. That was one thing my mom, husband, nor I had to worry about. We were able to enjoy every moment of the day. Bobbi set up the reception site exactly the way I had envisioned it. She worked closely with the caterers and DJ to ensure the time line was doable. Even if there was an issue, (which there wasn’t!) I wouldn’t have known about it, because of how well she managed the day. Couldn’t have done it without her!

Jenny GG Photography: A++++++++++

Garden of Eden Bouquets: A+++

 http://www.adamsdjservice.com/   Travis Weber

253.638.1397   Kent, WA

Green Limo: F---   http://www.seattlegreenlimo.com/

 Boo! I had called and scheduled a limo with one month before our wedding. I had a confirmation number, and they took my CC information. I thought everything would be great, but on the day of the wedding I had gut feeling they weren’t going to show. 15 minutes before they were scheduled to take WP, mothers and myself to the church I called their office, and they had NO record my appointment! I was livid! We ended up calling another company (see below). I checked my credit card statement, and luckily there were no fraudulent charges. But I feel I still need to keep an eye on it. This place gets a major thumbs down :(

Blackstone Limo Service: A+   http://www.blackstonelimo.com/

Due to the mishap with the original limo company, we ended up booking Blackstone. One of my bridesmaids called and scheduled the limo to meet us at the church after the ceremony, then take us to Columbia Winery, stopping at a few spots along the way for photos. For such notice, this company was great! I called the company to thank them for their last minute help. The guy on the phone remembered us!!