Simply put, Gina is the absolute best at what she does!…read more There is a reason she is consistently at the top of every ranking for best wedding planner. She made everything so easy from the moment we hired her through our wedding day. She is kind, easy to talk to, and made us feel comfortable from the moment we met her. They say something goes wrong at every wedding however at our wedding everything went perfectly and that was all due to Gina making sure everything was in its place. We were able to fully enjoy our wedding day because Gina was there to do all of the background work and she executed it all beautifully. With the planning process, she is super communicative and keeps you on schedule to make sure everything is booked ahead of time. She has great relationships with vendors and she recommended the best vendors to us (DJ, videographer, florist, etc). Every vendor we worked with repeated the same genuine sentiment "Oh, Gina's the best!!!" or some variation thereof...and it wasn't hyperbole. We aren't from the San Diego area so we knew we needed a planner that was local to help us and Gina was the perfect planner. For those wondering the process, you have an intro call with Gina to go over your vision for your wedding. We discussed vaguely what we were envisioning for our wedding. I can't express this strongly enough...TOUR YOUR VENUES. We met her on the tour of the 5 or so recommendations and ultimately decided on the La Valencia hotel that day. (The best venue ever!!!) Following venue selection we had a handful of emails and calls discussing vendors and people she has worked with. She will give you a number of recommendations but it is up to you to ultimately decide. She is available and quick to respond if you have any questions and will make sure you have everything you need to make sure your wedding day goes perfect. On the wedding day she helped our vision come to life and made it look even better than we could have imagined. Everything was beautiful and everything went according to schedule. We had no stress on our wedding day because we knew Gina was taking care of every single detail to ensure our day was everything we wanted and more. If you want the wedding of your dreams and to be able to enjoy it as well, look no further than Gina!

My husband and I were married in La Jolla in September of 2025, and we could not recommend Gina…read moreenough! From the very first meeting to the final moments of our big day, her attention to detail, creativity, and calm professionalism made all the difference.Thanks to her, the entire planning process was smooth and enjoyable, and the day itself was everything we had hoped for -- and more. Every element, from the decor to the timeline, was handled with such care and precision. We've received so many compliments from our guests, and we owe so much of that to her hard work behind the scenes!

We used I-Do... for both day-of coordination and florals for our wedding at Scripps Seaside Forum,…read moreand it was one of the best decisions we made! Elena and her team were absolutely phenomenal and made our wedding day so much more enjoyable and stress-free. Day-of Coordination: Elena stood out not only on the wedding day but also in the months leading up to it. She was incredibly helpful during the planning process--offering thoughtful insight into creating a seamless timeline and even helping with ideas for decor and place settings tailored to our outdoor, beachy (and occasionally windy!) wedding. She thought of every detail, from preparing us in advance to get those dreamy photos (like the first kiss and cake cutting) to ensuring everything ran on schedule without a hitch. On the day, Elena was a true lifesaver. From the rehearsal to the ceremony and reception, I never once had to worry about where I needed to be or what was next. She kept everything moving smoothly, pointing me in the right direction while allowing me to fully enjoy the company of our guests and the magic of the day. And she always made sure we were taken care of (never without a drink in hand!). Her leadership and attention to detail made it all so effortless for us. Florals: Melissa tackled all of our floral arrangements, and I couldn't have been happier with how they turned out! Working within my limited budget, she brought my vision to life with stunning florals that perfectly matched our style and the seaside setting. Melissa truly understood the look I was going for, and her creativity and expertise made every arrangement stand out beautifully. She even gave me a calming pep talk before I walked down the aisle, which was such a thoughtful touch during a nerve-wracking moment. If you are considering a wedding at Scripps Seaside Forum (or anywhere else), I cannot recommend I-Do highly enough. Elena is an incredible coordinator who will make your wedding day run flawlessly, and Melissa will make your vision a reality. Thank you, Elena and Melissa, for helping make our wedding day unforgettable!

Melissa was incredible - she helped us plan our reception at Seabird Resort and I truly feel like…read moreshe went above and beyond- in logistics and emotional support! I booked her early and we initially just did a couple meetings to discuss our vision and needs regarding coordination, vendor contracts and florals since we did not need a full-planning service, only partial. She was always upfront and gave me honest opinions especially when it came to where to splurge and save, and what could look good and what wouldn't. The last 2 months is where she really shined, helping us follow up with vendors on details, setting deadlines for me to book rentals, reviewing contracts and constantly doing sanity checks when I needed it. The day of, she came extremely prepared, everything flowed smoothly (except some technical issues on part of the venue) and she was great at going with the flow and just letting the vibe and natural mood of the day go, and fixing whatever problems I threw at her. We also had her as our florist and she truly out did herself- her prices were incredibly reasonable and she handled everything like a champ when her assistant got sick the day of the reception. She also took my back and forth floral design suggestions and changes very well, as I am quite particular on details in some areas and deferred to her expertise in others. Honestly could not have done it without her and she was without a doubt my #1 worth it vendor! Would absolutely hire her for all your wedding planning and floral needs.

What a wonderful day and a more awesome team to work with :) Abbey catering was beyond amazing and…read moreblew our expectations! From the start Will, who signed us up, was most helpful and really knew his information. We clicked instantly and it was such a pleasure to talk with him and meet him in person. We signed up for the tasting before signing with Abbey Catering and that was such a great experience. We got to meet Will in person and there was so much food to try and luckily bring home. After meeting Will we really had a great feeling and signed up within that week. The food was incredible at the tasting, and it was hard choosing which entrée and hours d'oeuvres to choose from since everything was so good. Chuck, our wedding coordinator, was beyond great and so helpful. He was such an asset to have on our side and really made the day go smooth. He was also so friendly and great to work with. We really felt like we made friends with our Abbey team There were absolutely no hiccups whatsoever and I was so calm the whole day. David, our catering lead, was another amazing team member. He was right there to offer us food first and make sure we had enough of our share. The rest of the catering team always made us a priority too and I was very hungry after the ceremony in between pictures so that was so great. We ordered the following for tray passed hors d'oeuvres: petite beef wellington, wild mushroom arancini, bruschetta, and bacon wrapped stuffed dates. We opted for the dual entrée of the boneless short ribs, and the panko-herb crusted chicken with vegetables and the truffle smashed potatoes. All were so good and I wish I could eat them all again Our guests could not stop raving about the food. They even made dietary restriction meals for several of our guests, and they said it was one of the best vegan/vegetarian meals they have ever had. We really were impressed with the food and so glad we went with Abbey as that was important for us to have really good tasting food. We opted for the whole package with their vendors for flowers, DJ, photographer, and cake. Best decision ever!!! We had Emerald and Ivy for the florist and my goodness Mishele, and the Abbey team put together exactly what I pictured in my mind! Such beautiful flowers and we rented bud vases and candles from her. DJ Abel from the Wedding Entertainment Collective was beyond amazing! He played our songs and knew the vibes we were going for. The dance floor was a hit, and our guests were dancing the whole night. Everyone was telling us the DJ was so good! Misha, our photographer, was amazing and made us feel so comfortable. The pictures are so beautiful! The cake and mini cupcakes from Sugar Bears Sweet Provisions were out of this world! I'm so glad we saved our wedding cake because we ate it the next day. Our guests loved the mini cupcakes too and we even had enough to give out at treats and take home. We really are so grateful we decided to go with Abbey catering. They really went above and beyond. The whole team, Will, Chuck, David, and the caterers were 10 out of 10 Thank you so much and to the Abbey vendors for making our day even more special!

Open app Your location…read more Abbey Catering & Events 1302 National City Blvd, National City, CA 91950 Caterer Rida Alvi 458 points a day ago For anyone planning an event or wedding, look no further than Abbey Catering and Events. Troy set our minds at ease by ensuring us our non-standard wedding could easily come to life because all of their offerings and services were fully customizable. On top of that, he took the time to get to know us and understand our vision for this wedding. David and Petr took over from there to flesh out the wedding details, providing their expertise to ensure we didn't miss anything and communicated with us regularly to ensure the planning process happened in a timely manner, thereby reducing stress. Petr was our day-of coordinator, and the day could not have gone more perfectly. Petr is thoughtful, considerate, detail-oriented, and has amazing vision. We were able to focus on enjoying the wedding knowing Petr had the whole event under control. The day really was a dream and it's all thanks to the magnificent Abbey team (especially Petr!). Abbey is a one-stop shop for anything you need for your event. We booked the photographer, DJ, photobooth, and all the catering services through Abbey. This meant, we only had one point of contact for the majority of the wedding. So convenient! All our guests had such a great time. The food was exquisite, drinks were tasty, photobooth was a hit, and dancefloor was LIT (shoutout to Brian, the best DJ). We hope to have an excuse to plan an event with them in the future!

From our very first consultation, Jackquelyn was transparent and made us feel completely at ease…read more Her attention to detail and deep understanding of the wedding planning process were evident right away. She took the time to understand our vision and translated it into a beautifully curated event that exceeded all expectations. From the moment we started planning, Jackquelyn brought a sense of calm, clarity, and confidence to the entire process. Her organizational skills are unmatched--every detail was thoughtfully considered, and she kept everything on track with clear timelines and helpful checklists. What truly set her apart was her communication. She was always available to answer questions, offer guidance, and provide updates. Whether it was a quick text or a detailed planning meeting, Jackquelyn made us feel heard and supported every step of the way. Her ability to take our ideas and turn them into a cohesive, beautiful event was nothing short of magical. If you're looking for a planner who is professional, responsive, and genuinely passionate about creating unforgettable experiences, Josefina Events is the way to go!

My husband and I worked with Jackquelyn of Josefina Weddings & Events to plan our dream wedding…read moreweekend at wineries in Temecula. She did all the planning and was absolutely incredible. She found all of our vendors, toured venues with us, ordered and sent out all our save the dates & invitations, and made my Pinterest board come to life. She was always just a text or a phone call away and made sure we were on track with everything months out from the big day. Her day of itinerary kept us completely on track for the day, handled all coordination/set up/take down, and made sure that we felt like superstars that day! We are so so thankful for everything she did for us! Thank you Jackquelyn!!!!

Ivory + Stone Event Co. wedding planning services exceeded every expectation we had throughout our…read moreentire wedding planning process. From the very beginning, both Robyn and Sarah made us feel completely supported and genuinely cared for. The wedding coordinating team at Ivory + Stone are truly incredible at what they do -- professional, understanding, calm under pressure, detail-oriented, and somehow always one step ahead of everything. When I say that Ivory + Stone Event Co. made our wedding vision come to life, that would be an understatement. They not only executed the wedding planning process perfectly, but helped make our wedding one of the most memorable days of our lives. Planning a wedding can feel overwhelming, but our Lead Wedding Planner, Sarah, made the entire experience feel so seamless! Sarah not only made sure that every detail reflected our vision perfectly, but her ability to keep everything running smoothly gave us so much peace of mind throughout the process. She is not only an amazing wedding planner, but was an incredible support and friend to us along the way! On the wedding day itself, Sarah and the Ivory + Stone team absolutely went above and beyond. Every detail was flawless, the timeline ran perfectly, and we were actually able to relax and fully enjoy our day because we knew we were in the best hands possible. Our wedding day could not have gone more perfectly because of the relationship we built with Ivory + Stone, and the love we felt from Sarah throughout the entire day! Finding a wedding planning team that you trust can feel overwhelming at the beginning, but I promise that choosing Ivory + Stone to plan your special day will be one of the best decisions you make. If you are looking for a wedding planner who genuinely cares and delivers an exceptional experience from start to finish, we cannot recommend Ivory + Stone enough. Robyn, Sarah, and the entire Ivory + Stone team are all absolute gems, and we are so beyond grateful for everything they did to help make our wedding unforgettable!

We could not recommend Ivory and Stone more highly as a wedding coordinating team and I don't think…read moreI can put into words how grateful we are to have found them. We worked with Sarah primarily and everything felt so seamless from start to finish. She was on top of every detail and available to answer any of our emails with our many questions throughout the process. She guided us through many meetings with our vendors and with our venue. I was so much more relaxed the day of the wedding than I thought I would be, solely because of how detail oriented and organized Sarah was. I had full trust and faith that everything would go as smoothly as possible because of her. I truly cannot imagine having done our wedding without them!

Epic events was EPIC!!!!!! I don't think you can get a better coordinator than Laura and Mary! They…read morewere ON TOP of their game! I had sooooooo many tiny details and a lot of different vendors to coordinate. Mary & Laura got everything done flawlessly! There was a miscommunication on farmtables not having linen and Laura immediately got the linen for me. I had so much decor and it was all placed perfectly. Every detail was exactly as it should be! They also have the best vendors - they got pipe & drape for me, they got a white dance floor for me, they got marquee letter for me, their DJ Jason Lyons was so chill and had great vibes, and Jerri their florist is THE BEST! EcoCaters the caterer was also amazing and delicious! I am a serious Type A bride who had every tiny detail planned and made complicated, and Epic Events was able to bring my vision to life! I had a friend get married who was more laidback, and her wedding experience was exactly what she wanted it to be too. :) I highly, HIGHLY recommend Epic Events as your coordination team because they can do everything!

The entire Epic Events team, especially Julie, Laura, Mary, and Drew--were incredible! Drew, our…read moreday-of coordinator, kept everything on track and running smoothly all day without us ever feeling overwhelmed. As a very type A bride, I was especially impressed by the attention to detail at our event and how he anticipated our needs throughout the day. Our grand exit was even way more fun than we imagined--they had our guests create an arch with their glow sticks for us to run through! Our DJ was also fantastic, keeping the energy high and the dance floor full all evening. We really got the best of the best!! I highly recommend Epic Events Group for your wedding day!

Vicky has been so great to work with since day one. She's very friendly and responsive. So glad…read morethat we found her for our tea ceremony. Her and her hubby came to set up everything 2 days prior to our event. Vicky really brought my vision to life and I was so happy with the finished product. I also went through her to purchase all customized áo dài for my bridesmaids. It was definitely a wonderful experience with her and strongly recommend her business to others! Thank you so much again, Vicky! You rock!

We had a wonderful exchange with T.O.P wedding. I came to Vicky to purchase a Vietnamese bridal ao…read moredai for the wedding and also rented several red gift/wine trays from her. She also filled the viet gift trays with xoi gac, banh phe the, trau cau, tea, wine, and fruits for additional cost. We did have a slight misunderstanding on the overall pricing of the fill-in package mainly because the communication was done via text messaging. Therfore, it's best to call, talk in person, or make clear confirmations over text to ensure clear communication. All in all, the trays are absolutely modern and beautiful and all the fill-ins look and taste wonderfully great. The Vietnamese bridal dress is so beautiful as well. Vicky was able to deliver the trays herself prior to the wedding, something we really appreciated! I highly recommend working with Vicky for your wedding needs.

Korie with Bliss is incredible!! As the MOB I was able to enjoy the entire day stress free because…read moreKorie took care of everything. Armed with a walkie talkie, umbrellas for unexpected rain and creativity the day was perfect. I can not recommend her enough, especially if you'd like to enjoy the day!!

We recently used Bliss events for our wedding at Kona Kai on May 22. Ashley was absolutely…read moreincredible and truly one of the best decisions we made for our wedding. From the very beginning, she was responsive, organized, and always quick to answer texts and questions throughout the entire planning process, which made everything feel so much easier and less stressful. On the wedding day, she was completely in control. Anytime things felt even slightly overwhelming, Ashley stepped right in and handled it before we even had to think about it. She made us feel supported, taken care of, and genuinely able to be present for every moment. We are so grateful for everything she did and cannot recommend her enough. She truly helped make our wedding day perfect!!

We are so thankful to have worked with TLC and their team for our wedding. Kirin and Lisette and…read moreteam were so attentive and thoughtful throughout the whole process, whether it was to help us find catering options when others were unavailable, or helping us call our rentals for a last minute heater need, or making sure we knew all of our options for venue setup and layout. Day of, we noticed so many times how things were just... done. We didn't have to worry about anything -- Lisette always had it handled. Even when we changed the direction we were facing for our ceremony at the last minute or changed up the procession layout, Lisette was on top of it. Apparently we had some issues with our linens as well, but we didn't even hear about it until after the wedding since everything still looked great. Turns out, Lisette handled it without us knowing. All to say -- you will not regret working with the TLC team! They are so excellent, and we couldn't have pulled this off without them!

We are very grateful for TLC and the team. A special thank you to Lisette and her assistant…read more Lisette, made our wedding stress free and run so smoothly. We were able to focus on being present and enjoy our wedding with family and friends! I would definitely recomend them to future engaged couples. Their friendly and postive attitude def helps during the high stressful time of wedding planning and wedding day. They help you focus on the important thing, which is what do the groom and bride wants.

Megan's team are experts at preparing an amazing event. They curated the spaces to make our event…read moresuper special and the food they served was top of the line. The planning of the event was so easy and all our guests loved the venue. Thanks Megan for an amazing time.

Our venue (the Junipero Serra Museum) provided us with a preferred list of vendors and when we had…read moreour first introductory call with the Abbey Catering, we knew they were the one. Robert took the time to chat with us and help us navigate the world of wedding planning in San Diego. Even prior to booking them, he spent time chatting with us and genuinely gave us ideas and support to go on our way with our vendor search and decision making. We did our tasting at the Abbey downtown and got to taste our meal at this venue. They asked a lot of questions so that they could just our meal just right. The Abbey was responsible for the catering and bar service at our event. A few months prior to our event, we were assigned our event captain Petr Trebin! HE IS FABULOUS! We loved his enthusiasm, attention to detail and style and focus on ensuring that everyone was well taken care of! Our event was seamless and everything went incredibly smooth. Upon entering our reception, the Martini Tree brought the wow factor! The hanging drinks caught the eye of our guests and warmly welcomed them into the reception. Many of our guests raved over the food and went out of their way to stress how delicious everything tasted. We chose a handful of delicious tray passed appetizers including the bacon wrapped figs, cream cheese wontons and soyrizo quesadillas and for dinner, chose the Abbey Signature Salad (mixed greens with walnuts) and Dual Entree plate with short rib, panko crusted chicken, truffle mashed potatoes and vegetables. Through out our event, Petr was a ninja- behind the scenes ensuring that everything was going as planned. He worked hand in hand with our coordinator and ensured we were well fed and that we had food readily at our disposal (SO IMPORTANT on your wedding day). He plated us all of our apps in a beautiful display. We actually felt full from how much we ate, which we hear is so rare from couples on their wedding day and were grateful for how attentive Petr was. In addition, our guests shared that the bartenders were rockstars! The drinks were pouring and it made for an epic dance party on the dance floor. The Abbey came highly recommended by our venue coordinator and we understand why. We had a great experience with them and are glad they were a part of our big day!