Linda and her team were A-M-A-Z-I-N-G-! She was on top of all the details and her communication…read morewith all of the vendors was fantastic. She was on our call with the bride to make sure that all the timeline details were perfect for photography which is extremely important to us. We completely fell in love with the way Linda works and look forward to many more weddings with her in the future!

We had such a great experience with Linda at Forever in Love. My sister-in-law recommended her to…read moreme and I'll be forever grateful she did! Linda did a gorgeous job for our wedding flowers. My bridal bouquet, the bridesmaid bouquets, the boutonnieres, the table centerpieces, and the beautiful and creative flower arch for our ceremony were all impeccable and exactly how I wanted it. We received endless compliments from our guests. The best of all is that she was able to give us a perfect look within our budget.

Nora and her team at Wedding Masters coordinated/planned my wedding reception at the Douglas…read moreEntrance in Coral Gables on January 18th. Thanks to Nora's efforts, my wife and I had the wedding of our dreams. Nora is very creative, and has a ton of experience, which made it extremely easy to work with her. She is not afraid to tell you if she knows something will not work, but she will find a way to make your wedding dream come true. She was so positive and calm during the planning process, and at the wedding, making everything feel so easy and comfortable. All we had to do was relax and have the time of our lives! And the food, decoration and flowers were incredibly amazing! Even better than we'd imagined. The wedding was nearly three months ago, and our friends and family are still raving about how wonderful it was. Thanks, Nora, for giving us a day's worth of wonderful memories that we'll remember the rest of our lives. We can't ever thank you enough.

Nora coordinated my daughter's wedding earlier this month (November 2017). I had seen other…read moreweddings (in pictures and in person) that she coordinated in the past but nothing prepared me for the amazing job she did for my daughter's wedding. The wedding was held in the recreation hall of a local park. She somehow took a rec hall and turned it into a storybook ballroom. It took my breath away. It was an incredible transformation. I didn't recognize it when I walked in the day of the wedding. It did not look like the same place. Nora has a great deal of artistic talent. She explained to me how details are important in a wedding. It is not just one thing that is important in and of itself; it's how everything fits together that creates the "magic". Things like choosing the right colors, textures and lighting and coordinating them to create the look you want to achieve. The florist that she works with, Gerardo also did a sensational job. I love flowers and think really you can't have too many of them at a wedding. Both of them did much more than I ever thought possible in putting this aspect of the wedding together. They were also very creative in using the flowers in multiple ways such as putting bouquets and columns used during the ceremony at the bridal table afterwards. Nora has a great many contacts she is able to draw on for vendors for all of the different services we needed for the wedding. Somehow she is able to interact and oversee all of these vendors to bring things together. I admit I would not have been so patient in dealing with all of this. She didn't give up on getting what we needed. Unlike other coordinators Nora posts the fees for her services on her website. You can choose the level of service that you want. If you want her to do it all, she can. If you just want help the day of the event, that may be possible too. With some vendors she can assist you with discounts which can help pay for her services. Of course weddings are not inexpensive events. The more you want, in my case flowers, the more it will cost you! If you are only looking for a coordinator who will charge the lowest possible price, there are other planners you can contact. But if you are looking for high quality service from a professional you can trust, you will not be disappointed with Nora. You do not have to have an unlimited budget, we surely didn't. She will listen to your requests, make suggestions, give advice and even tell you when something just honestly is not the best or will not work with your budget or with what you want to create for your wedding. In all weddings there are unexpected events, with us some of the things were not having a podium for the pastor at the last minute and rehearsal problems. She dealt with these and other things with grace and patience. I highly recommend her. She is a rare professional someone who keeps her word and puts the needs of her clients upper most. She understands that this is not just party it is one of the most important events in someone's life and treats it as if it were her own.

Not good. Definitely not near worth $125 person…read more Good: - Porchetta - Gelato OK: - Lamb and Roast Beef- both were ice cold, the sauces were also cold and gelatinous, they obviously used a thickener like corn starch, NO FLAVOR. Not that it matters because the people carving couldn't speak English and didn't know what the sauces were. Meh: -French toast- OK. Cold. Maple syrup is CORN SYRUP, NOT MAPLE SYRUP -Bread pudding- flavorless creme anglaise though. COLD. BAD: -Oysters- dry and room temperature. No signs on sauces -Shrimp- boiled to death- so rubbery they were inedible -mini "lobster"- over cooked, odd texture, no flavor -Pasta- lean cuisine is better -"Paella"- mushy, flavorless, gross. -Miso Salmon- FISHY. NOT OK TO EAT. -Sushi- better at whole foods -Eggs benedict- nicely poached eggs. COLD. Flavorless gelatin "hollandaise", soggy English muffin. Crusty old Canadian bacon -Bacon- tough, flavorless, cold -Breakfast Potatoes- COLD, DRY, Flavorless, wrinkled and shriveled up from sitting under some heat element -Hummus- Flavorless, obviously not made in house. There was no butter or edible rolls, just soft sticks and soft doughy balls. Cheese selection was cubed cheddar etc (think cheap platter from Albertsons for a work event) SERVICE: Waiter was automatically tipped $50 (there were 2 of us). His ONLY job was to bring water, juice and a mimosa or Bellini. - HAD TO GET UP THREE TIMES AND ASK SOMEONE ELSE FOR WATER. THREE TIMES!!!!! -Other people cleared the plates. So he got $50 for pouring 2 glasses of water, one OJ and one mimosa (she asked for a Bellini). This is not only NOT worth the money, it was just a BAD BRUNCH. NOT ONE THING WAS WARM, let alone hot. TERRIBLE.

The Biltmore Brunch is iconic, however on Christmas Day it's even more grand. The decor, service…read moreand quality of food is exceptional. The buffet offers a plethora of seafood, salads, meats, pastas, caviar just to name a few. I usually do not like buffets because they usually focus on quantity over quality, however Biltmore focuses on quality. Everything I tried was exceptional. This is was definitely a memorable experience.

I won't be able to summarize in one word but the first word I would use to describe this venue is…read moreSPECTACULAR! This venue is absolutely gorgeous. The architectural design, the stair case the entrance makes is location a dream spot for any upper scale event. Bathrooms were very clean and well maintained, elevator worked smoothly. Cannot wait to secure my next celebration at Comber Hall.

When your daughter ends the night by thanking your "For the wedding of her dreams", there is not…read moremuch more you can ask for. Barbie Salazar from Fancy Fiesta made the entire wedding experience seamless. Barbie lead us through the entire process with professionalism, calmness and valuable advice. She recommended all the vendors we used. Every single one was amazing and added to the reception. The food and drinks from Fancy Fiesta were beautifully presented and very tasty. The decor was beyond what we imagined. From the lighting, to the flowers, to the music - everything was perfect. Barbie's timeline keep the reception moving and there was never a dull moment. Be best of all was getting to know Barbie, she is an amazing woman who we consider to be a friend.

It's hard to find the words to adequately acknowledge Adri's amazing talents and work ethic. I had…read morebeen familiar with her creative work for a few years, and she was our first call when my husband and I started planning our wedding back in early 2020. Through the rollercoaster of planning a wedding during COVID-19, Adri remained cool, calm, creative and flexible. She helped us downsize our 300+ person wedding into a gorgeous and incredibly special micro wedding with our immediate families. Adri is an incredibly detailed process manager and her design sense is unparalleled. But what really sets her apart is her beautiful spirit and passion for creating extraordinary events. It is truly a joy to work with her, and she radiates a calming presence that puts everyone at ease. She treats her clients like family, and is kind and collaborative with every vendor. There were so many instances when Adri went WAY above and beyond the scope of our contract to make sure every our wedding weekend was absolutely perfect. Even her amazing husband Gabe (who is a full-time firefighter) showed up on multiple occasions to help! Thank you to the Creative's Loft and its one-of-a-kind founder, Adriana, for making the most important day of our lives so perfect, memorable, and uniquely magical!

Heaven sent. I cannot imagine planning our wedding without Adriana and her team. Her experience and…read morerapport with vendors is irreplaceable. She took the time to learn about us and hear what we like, and carefully curated the wedding of our dreams (with, of course, her unmatched creativity). Miami is an intimidating place to plan a wedding, and she made the process smooth and easy. Having someone with expertise surrounding budgets, reliable vendors, and flexible venues is key to being stress-free while planning a wedding. We got so many compliments from guests saying it was the "best wedding we've ever been to." I'm not sure if my husband and I will ever be done looking at pictures from our day; it was the best weekend of our lives. Forever grateful for Adriana + team for making it happen.

We absolutely loved working with Jess and her team at EBJ for our daughter's wedding at the…read moreMarriott Harbor Beach resort in Ft. Lauderdale. From our very first phone call, it was obvious that she really cared about making sure that everything ran smoothly for the bride and groom and to ensure that the wedding was all that we were hoping for. She asked all the right questions and helped us develop a super detailed and organized plan for the wedding day. Her experience working with all our vendors and the hotel staff showed, and she made sure that everything came together perfectly! On the wedding day, Jess, Sofia, Amal, and Betti were there to make sure that all the bride and groom had to do was enjoy the day! They kept track of the timeline and pictures, handled the last-minute details of setting up the venue, and coordinated everyone from the vendors, to the bridal party, to the families. Sofia was there throughout the day to help my daughter and make sure she ate, drank, and rested when she needed to. We all had such a fun and surprisingly relaxing time, and we were all able to live in the moment and truly enjoy our amazing day. Thanks so much to Jess and all her team. Your kindness and experience really helped to make our day so special!

I don't even know where to begin! Events by Jess (EBJ) is the absolute best event planner I could…read morehave ever asked for. I've known Jess for a long time--back when I used to make cakes for her events--so I already knew how talented, organized, and creative she was. When my original dream wedding couldn't happen because of COVID in 2020, I told Jess to hold onto my deposit because one day, we'd still make it happen. And she did just that! Fast forward to our 5th year vow renewal week in Sicily, and it was everything I could've ever dreamed of and more. Jess made our vow renewal week in Sicily not just possible--but truly magical. From start to finish, she handled every detail with grace, professionalism, and heart. She went above and beyond to bring our vision to life, coordinating seamlessly across time zones, different vendors, and language barriers ‍ to ensure everything ran perfectly and flawlessly. Her calm energy, eye for detail, and genuine passion for what she does made all the difference. Thanks to Jess, our entire week felt effortless and unforgettable. Every guest was impressed, every moment was beautiful, and every memory will be cherished forever. If you're looking for someone who will treat your event as if it were her own, look no further than Events by Jess! She's simply the best!

Very disappointed with this place. My mom spent around $150 on orchids at My Family Garden &…read moreNursery, and within days, two of them turned black and developed mold--they were clearly rotten when sold. When she went back to speak with the gentleman who sold them to her and showed him proof, he refused to offer any real solution. Instead, he told her he'd give her $10 off if she bought another orchid. That makes absolutely no sense, especially after she had already lost money on the first purchase. Poor customer service and no accountability. Don't waste your time or your money here.

I have been buying orchids from this place for several years. While I've had issues in the past…read morewith orchids dying quickly due to leaf rot, the store consistently honored their sales with a guarantee of health and exchanges. Despite some questionable quality, I appreciated their willingness to resolve problems and continued to shop here, as they were conveniently located near my work. However, my recent experience has been extremely disappointing. I purchased a large order of 50 orchids, and many of them have died--some within less than a week, and others within two weeks. They appeared to have a fungal infection. While the owner mentioned these were "Class B" orchids (slightly imperfect, such as a broken leaf or missing buds), I never expected them to be sick or dying. At a price of $16 per single-stem phalaenopsis orchid, even "discounted," I assumed they would at least be healthy. 1. I am very disappointed that the owner would sell orchids in such poor health. 2. While six of the orchids were exchanged initially, the owner has since refused to address the issue as more have died. As a loyal customer of several years, I feel let down by how I was treated. I will not be returning to this store and cannot recommend it to others.

Betty is amazing, insightful, knowledgeable and a true pro! Everything went very smooth and she was…read moreable to bring to life everything we needed and wanted! The team was spot on and made sure our large group was well attended, happy and enjoying every moment. Thank you to all at Renaissance!

I recently had my wedding reception at this venue and it was absolutely stunning beautiful! The…read morestaff were very friendly and extremely accommodating. We had a cultural wedding and wanted to bring food of our own along side the catering done by the venue and the chef was so helpful. They are very understanding and accommodating and allowed us to bring whatever we wanted! They decorated so beautifully and have such nice options. The food was delicious and their cake was amazing! Highly recommend this venue!

On April 29th, 2022, my husband and I tied the knot at The CocoPlum venue after a year and 3…read moremonths of planning. Before booking this venue, we had gone to few other places to inquire about details and pricing. None of them really were what we where looking for which was convenience of distance, all inclusive, and pricing. Once I found The CocoPlum through The Knot, it really caught our attention. I would like to start by saying that since the moment we inquired further information about the venue, we got a quick reply for Rosie, the venue manager and coordinator. The booking process was extremely informative and smooth. The venue was all inclusive and it was absolutely stunning once we got the tour. As the months kept going by, the planning start happening and every questioned that we had it was answered right away by Rosie or the staff members. Finally, the big day had come after months of waiting. At first, I was a bit nervous about the way everything was going to come out since I did not hire a wedding planner but I knew that everything was going to come out just perfect as visioned and we knew we were in good hands. As we through, everything came out absolutely perfect. We tried thinking of anything that could had possibly gone wrong and we have zero complains. Rosie and his team went above and beyond to make our special day happen. The food, drinks, and cake were amazing, the DJ and flowers were phenomenal, and the staff in site, day of coordinator staff, and Rosie wen above and beyond to make sure the groom and bride and guest had the best time. If we could do our wedding all over again at this place we would. The only sad part about it is that everything goes by so quickly so enjoy your day as much as you can with your other half and your guest.

The private island resort has been a stunning paradise, and the exceptional staff have truly…read moreelevated our vacation experience.