I was so excited to share my Korean culture with my husband and our wedding guests through a…read morebeautiful Paebak Ceremony created by Oh Happy Day at our reception. Everyone on the team was incredibly helpful, the hanboks were stunning, and the MCs that day were simply amazing. The ceremony backdrop and table decor were thoughtfully and beautifully arranged, making for incredible photos that we'll cherish forever. Throughout the ceremony, they took the time to explain the traditions, which helped our guests fully appreciate and connect with this special tribute to my heritage. Guests have been talking about it for weeks! We're already looking forward to working with Oh Happy Day again for other important Korean celebrations, like our future children's 100 Day Celebration. We can't recommend them enough!

Amazing experience! Kris and Helene did an amazing job. Stress free for us and our family. They…read morebrought everything that was needed, you just need to bring yourself. The whole experience felt authentic.

Great place...great friendly staff running the facility with plenty of activities for…read moreeveryone...looking forward to family night and horse camp this year for my daughter...keep up the great work

From the owner: The Ellis House and Equestrian Center was purchased by the Kendall County Forest Preserve from the…read moreEllis family due to its location along the Aux Sable Creek adjoining Bakers Woods Forest Preserve. The facility was perfectly set up for an educational horse facility and premier venue for weddings. A few modifications to allow for accessible access and equestrian classroom were completed, and Ellis opened!

Without a doubt, hiring Kristen and EverLasting Impressions was the #1 million dollar decision we…read moremade in our wedding planning process. Kristen and Beth helped make our day run smoothly, flawlessly and like clockwork, and my husband and I never worried about a single thing during the day. We cannot recommend EverLasting Impressions enough and hope that all future couples reading these reviews look no further. We will certainly be recommending them to anyone that is ever looking for an event planner!

How do you write a review for someone who single-handedly made your wedding the prettiest, least…read morestressful, most enjoyable day you have ever had?? Kristen is a goddess. Right away we knew she was the right fit for us. She took the time to get to know us before we contracted, so both sides knew what they were getting into. We picked the Full Planning Package, and that allowed us to occasionally get distracted by buying a house and major job changes without worrying that we were losing track of our wedding checklist and timetable. We met frequently and every time I came away feeling more and more prepared for the day. She brought things up I wouldn't have even considered, she helped give advice but never pushed. On the day of the wedding I didn't have to think about anything but what was happening in the moment. A truly precious gift. Kristen and her assistant really went above and beyond. The day truly felt like us. Thank you Kristen for being a rock for us throughout everything!! If you aren't sure if a planner is in your budget, let me tell you that NOT having Kristen would have been a disaster and we couldn't afford to NOT have her brilliant mind and kind soul working for that one beautiful day. (PS- sorry I didn't eat enough dinner even though you Specifically made time for me to!! lol, SO EXCITED!) LOVE YOU KRISTEN!

Anne was absolutely a joy to work with. I am SO glad we found her to officiate our wedding. Anne is…read moresuper professional, helpful, and compassionate. I would recommend her to anyone!!!

Reverend Anne officiated our wedding a couple months ago, and we couldn't have been happier! The…read morething that set her apart from the other officiants I was looking at was her website - it contains so much information, including faqs, services, sample ceremonies, and pricing. She had all the answers to my questions already! We picked the partially customized ceremony for our secular ceremony, and she drafted a couple versions for us to review. It was so easy communicating with her. We mostly emailed, but we scheduled an in person meeting when we were in town to meet up with our wedding vendors. She is extremely nice, organized, and professional. She took care of the paperwork after the wedding, so it is one less thing to stress about! Stop looking around because she will take care of you. We highly recommend her for any ministerial needs.

I was initially unsure if I needed/wanted to hire a day-of coordinator, as I am organized and…read morepretty Type A. My sister (and MOH) is a day-of coordinator herself, as is a close friend from college, and both of them strongly suggested I do it - they made the point that most venue coordinators only really care about their operations and place of business, and their main focus is not your details. I am SO GLAD I took their advice, and so glad I came across Abryanna. At the point I hired her, she had done just a few weddings, but from her professionalism and sunny demeanor, it was obvious she was meant for this. She provided great insight and advice throughout the process, and I appreciate her work for my new husband and I. Her biggest value truly came the wedding day, though. She kept everything running smoothly, finalized venue setup while we were all in hair/makeup, and headed up the team effort to put out a rather large fire just before the ceremony, and kept the flames at bay during the reception. That last part was invaluable to me, as it was a worry throughout the planning year that came true, even though no one believed me it would. I had expressed this concern to Abryanna, and she was prepared. I HIGHLY recommend her services as a coordinator, and if you aren't organized and "with -it," she offers full planning as well!

Abryanna was incredible for my wedding. Her and her assistant made the day feel flawless. She was…read moreable to organize our crazy families and myself. I feel so blessed to have had her on my wedding day!

I had the pleasure of working with Abs Elegant Events to organize my baby shower and they did not…read moredisappoint! I had a vision for how I wanted everything to look and they surpassed my expectations. These pictures don't even do it justice! They really transformed the venue. I cried like a little baby once I walked in and saw everything and it takes a lot to get me emotional. They were very professional, pleasant, communicated throughout the process and took the stress of planning off my hands. I couldn't have picked a better team! They executed everything so efficiently and paid attention to detail that I have already hired them again for my wedding planning. If you need professionals and a team to plan your events who will take your ideas and bring them to life, this is the right company to hire! You won't regret it.

From the owner: ABS Elegant Events has over 5 years in the wedding and event planning industry. We bring your…read morevision to live in an elegant and affordable way. We will thoroughly plan every element of your wedding, birthday, baby shower or any other celebration so that you could enjoy your most important day. Our clients value our attention to details, affordable pricing policy and great service that allow us to plan the best events.

We hired Chef by Request Catering for my daughter's graduation/going away party. Staff was helpful…read moreand courteous, food was delivered and set up on time, but most important- the food was delicious.......and there was A LOT!

We had a wonderful experience. Lots of communication to help plan our party. The staff was on…read moretime and so professional! Bartenders, chef, and servers were self directed which made our party stress free!

Quick feedback. Asked great questions to help me decide what would work best for me. Went above…read moreand beyond to answer questions. Great experience!

Could not have nicer things to say about working with My Chef and Jamie Walsh for our wedding day…read morecatering. We met Jamie at our venue's vendor expo and were immediately impressed by their services, pricing, and vast food offerings. It was a no brainer to book with their group! We had our tasting a couple months before our wedding day; which is complimentary to the couple and a $50 charge for any additional guest to join. They have you select 8-10 appetizers, 2 salads, and 4 entrees to taste at their Naperville location. They also have displays of china, silverware, glasses and more to help couples select what aligns aesthetically for their special day. Jamie worked with us to make small modifications to their standard offerings to make the food exactly what we wanted! Our wedding day came and we were floored by the quality/presentation of food, level of detail in place settings, and service from all staff members. We had multiple guests say that this was some of the best wedding food they've had, steaks were not over cooked, and food tasted fresh. Jamie also let us add desserts a week out to reallocate money from a couple of guests who last minute were unable to attend. Their team was even nice enough to service items not purchased through their group: disposables for the late night snack, display and refilling of cupcakes, etc. Overall, their group went above and beyond for us under Jamie's leadership. Our tables looked great, our food was wonderful, and their team was fabulous. We truly appreciate all they've done for us and could not recommend them more! Appetizers Selected: Mac & Cheese Bites, Bacon Wrapped Dates w Honey Citrus Sauce, Cocktail Meatballs, Bruschetta Bar Salad Selected: Mixed Field Greens w Pears, Goat Cheese, Pear Infused Vinaigrette. *Alts: Candied Walnuts & Second Balsamic Dressing to offer Dinner Selections: 1. Filet w Red Wine Demi Sauce, Garlic Mashed Potatoes, & Asparagus 2. Garlic & Herb Cheese Stuffed Chicken, Vodka Sauce w Bowtie Noodles, & Grilled Veggies 3. Butternut Squash Ravioli w Sage Brown Butter Sauce, Grilled Veggies *Kid's Meals & Vegan Meal offered otherwise at no upcharge Dessert Selections: 1. Mini Cookie Tray- Chocolate Chip, Oatmeal Raisin, Sugar, M&M, Double Chocolate, Peanut Butter 2. Assorted Chocolate Truffles- Oreo, Buckeye, Aztec

Swetal and team helped make our fairytale wedding a success! They were incredibly easy to work with…read morethroughout the entire process, inclusive of providing budget friendly recommendations of how to dress up our space for the sangeet, ceremony, and reception. Swetal was also accessible in convenient ways -- I knew if I texted or e-mailed her, I wouldn't have to worry about constantly having to follow up to get an answer. We received numerous compliments on our wedding decor, and I would definitely recommend working with this team!

Swetal and her team did an amazing job for a last minute engagement party! She was helpful and…read moreworked within our budget to create this beautiful stage within 1 week.

My boyfriend surprised me with dinner for my birthday at Ki's Seafood and Steakhouse and it did not…read moredisappoint. I love that it's been around since the 1930s. Such a cool, historic touch. The service made us feel truly special, and the food was absolutely top notch. Every bite was mouthwatering. A rare mix of history, incredible service and amazing food. We'll definitely be back. Highly recommend!

Ki's Restaurant in Glendale Heights has a great Sunday brunch buffet and such a welcoming vibe. The…read morebuffet has tons of options, everything is fresh and tasty, and it never feels picked over. You can really enjoy taking your time and trying a little of everything. The best part is the staff and owners--they're incredibly friendly and make you feel right at home from the moment you walk in. It feels like a true neighborhood spot where people actually care. Perfect place for a relaxed Sunday brunch with family or friends. We love it here!