I am sincerely surprised there isn't a Yelp entry for Margaret and Three Apples Events so I am…read moretaking it upon myself to let the world know of this wonderful, amazing, awesome wedding planning company! I got married in March 2013 and hired Margaret to become my month-of-coordinator for my wedding. Best decision of my wedding planning! Why? Ok, well I was planning for my wedding in Austin, TX while living in Memphis, TN and my fiance was living in Washington DC, and MY family lived in New Jersey and HIS family lived in Dallas and OUR FRIENDS lived around the country. So you can see, we were really spread far and out. I knew I wouldn't even have a chance to see the wedding venue or meet any of our vendors before the day of the wedding! First, yes, that is a little crazy. But I still had the wedding of my dreams and that's because I hired Margaret. She is incredibly sweet, resourceful, and able to help you with anything you can think of. In fact, I dare you to think of something that she hasn't already thought about or had experience with at another wedding. If you are wondering if you should cut out this service in your budget, let me tell you that I did not have one of those $60k platinum weddings. My wedding was actually done on a $15k budget (I am a medical student aka lifelong payer of student tuition) and my husband and I agree that our best spent money was 1. on Margaret 2. on our venue. Don't hesitate to hire Margaret!!!

If you are considering Thee Apples Events - consider no more. THEY ARE AMAZING. Margaret single…read morehandedly gave me the wedding of my dreams. She was nothing but professional. She was a friend and provided guidance as well as connections throughout the entire process. I really don't have enough to say about how great the entire crew was.

Full-Time Employed Bride - Seeks BZ Events…read more Ladies listen. We think we all have it under control when it comes to our weddings. I understand this is the day we dream about our entire lives - But trying to plan a beautiful wedding on your own is insane. I have a full-time job and you will quickly realize that trying to plan a wedding while working full time is nearly impossible. So I consider myself so lucky to get passed along to Becky and her amazing team at BZ Events. She saved me from many a headache and stress. Here's why.... BZ Saves You Time: Here is an example. Instead of trying to search for a wedding photographer on my own, she recommended 3 to me bases on my style and budget. Of course she had a favorite in mind and at the end of the day, I ended up choosing that photographer. But I could have spent a lot of time away from my job meeting with photographers and other vendors, but since Becky knew my style and budget, she was able to point me in the right direction. BZ Saves You Money: The budget for the wedding WILL be the most stressful thing you deal with. But Becky and her team keep you on track. They plan the budget out from the beginning so there are no extra surprises in the end. And her expertise on what vendors are good and who you can trust will save you money. I mean, who wants to use a vendor with holes in their tents? Becky knows who to trust and capabilities on some great vendors in the Austin area. Whether it's flowers, lighting or that little extra touch, she will help you get the wedding of your dreams. BZ Keeps You Calm: It's the most important day of your life thus far. And you will be stressed out. But somehow, every meeting with Becky seemed to make me feel at ease and on the wedding day, all I did was sit back and enjoy my special day, without having to worry about anything. In the end I'm not sure I would have been able to keep my job, or my sanity, without BZ Events. Becky and her team truly made our day very special and we owe them a HUGE thank you for making it a day we will never forget!

We are in the process of planning our wedding (in 2 1/2 weeks) and have been working with Becky…read moreBrock. I'll be writing a much longer review later about how great she's been, how she took the time to really understand our vision and get to know us, and how we couldn't have planned an Austin wedding from California without her. In the meantime though, I wanted to get the word out - you need Becky Brock to help you plan your wedding! She knows everything and everyone in Austin, and she really makes "crunch time" in the last few weeks a lot less stressful than it would be otherwise! We love you Becky and couldn't do this without you! Can't wait for the big day!

Michael and Dani came and bartended for our Halloween party and they were awesome!! The cocktails…read morewere delicious, the service was amazing, we had a lot of guests and no one was left waiting around for drinks. They even dressed up for the party! Fantastic communication, great service and very reasonable price too! They came early and set up, and then cleaned up before leaving and grabbed everything after the party. 10/10 cannot recommend highly enough. Get him for your next party, private or corporate event, wedding, birthdays, anything! You will not regret it and your guests will be thoroughly impressed!

Michael was excellent. He communicated and was very easy to reach beforehand. After the party I…read morerealized that he didn't even have everything needed (a bad of supplies was hidden away), but he made deli drinks, made our wedding run smoothly, was very professional ,and was super friendly and interactive with our guests. I would highly recommend him.

I worked with Sophie to plan a surprise Roaring 20's-themed 30th birthday for my sister. I was…read morenervous planning this surprise party all the way from another state, but Sophie was fabulous to work with and I could not have done it without her. As a communication instructor, communication was the biggest priority for me and Sophie was a complete pro. Communication from start to finish was prompt and excellent! Sophie even brought up details that I hadn't even thought about. Her patience, kindness, and upbeat attitude made planning the party a breeze! For the party, MVTPC provided the catering, service, and decor--and there was loads of decor! From the gorgeous vintage teacups to amazing vintage bronze unicorn statute, my sister's house was transformed into a magical 1920's Gatsby mansion. I have to mention the food, which drew rave reviews from all party guests. We had french macaroons (in Lavender, Rose, and Pistachio flavors), croissants, quiche, chocolate mousse cups, and petit fours (champagne strawberry). The petit fours are not to be missed! We also had a punch station that featured an ice ring filled with fruit and flowers (side note: MVTPC does not supply alcohol, but will serve it for you. It was extremely easy and actually more cost efficient for us to buy our own booze anyway). Finally, I have nothing but the highest praise for the MVTPC staff. The hosts/hostesses were polite, prompt, friendly, and engaging. Setup and clean up were quick and efficient and didn't interrupt the party festivities at all! Overall, it was an awesome, successful party. Don't hesitate to contact Sophie--you'll be glad you did!

My sister planned for me a surprise birthday party with MVTP that was held at my house. Although, I…read morehave not worked directly with Sophie, I was able to see the final results of her hard work and dedicated staff! Every small detail down the food and decorations were, just as the name implies, marvelous! The theme was a 20s-style speakeasy which served finger sammies, several flavors of macaroons, and the biggest rave, petit fours decorated in edible glitter! There was much more food, as well, all of which were delectable! Her staff at my party, Dylan, Crystal, and Anna, made the entire event special! They cleaned, made sure food was replenished, and, most importantly, paid close attention to my guests needs! They also had a great eye for decorating and rearranging and knew exactly where everything should go. I would recommend her for any event big or small!

I revisited this place a few days ago, and ONE rib a la carte is now priced at $16. It wasn't that…read morelong ago that the three rib platter with sides was...$16. Not worth it! I'm leaving it two stars instead of one for old times' sake.

My "On Wednesdays, We Kayak" trips never disappoint, and this weeks route might've been my…read morefavorite. We launched from Emma Long Metropolitan Park and paddled about 7 miles along the Colorado River, passing stunning waterfront mansions and even a hidden, slightly eerie, dilapidated mock Renaissance village near the Pennybacker (360) Bridge. It was the epitome of Keeping Austin Weird! The adventure had a wild moment when we paddled down Bull Creek and encountered a very territorial swan guarding its nest. It charged several of us, we paddled faster than we planned. It was thrilling and hilarious. We paddled up to the The County Line on the Lake, where 16 of us exited our kayaks, ready to eat. They knew we were coming so our table set up ahead of time, which made a huge difference for a group our size. Service was quick, organized, and friendly. I ordered the ribs with a baked potato, coleslaw, and their fresh made bread, everything was spot on. The portions are generous, even ordering from the lunch menu, and I ended up taking leftovers home. This paddle has become a yearly tradition for us, rain or shine, and ending it here is part of what makes it so memorable. If you're kayaking in the area, stopping at The County Line on the Lake is an easy yes for good food, cold drinks, and a great place to relax. They even have outside seating so you can enjoy the river on milder days. They also have ample parking for cars.