A wedding officiant is something you don't actively seek out until you need one. And when it came…read moretime to plan our wedding, I had no idea where to start. We found Rev. Tan at the recommendation of our wedding coordinator, With Grace and Love, and I'm so grateful for the connection! Rev.Tan service's were pretty straightforward and given our wedding plans changing significantly due to COVID we still needed someone to officiate for our party of 11. The idea of crafting a wedding ceremony seems a bit daunting but they share a great program that helps the couple craft the perfect ceremony unique to them. I found the program to be easy to use and so helpful in mapping out the narrative. I felt super confident going into our ceremony having reviewed the script beforehand. There were no surprises. Rev. Tan was readily available in the lead up to the day with some tips on the order of the readings and even gave us some pointers on crafting our personal vows. I especially appreciate him respecting our request to wear a face mask during our event. It's little details that really resonated with me given the times. He took care of our marriage license, sent us an image of the signed doc, and mailed it off to the county. Overall, I was so pleased with the ease of his service. I do hope to take him up on his offer for coffee one day when the world settles down a bit. Forever grateful he officiated our micro wedding!

Rick and Jennifer Tan are a wedding planning dream team! They were extremely communicative and…read moreorganized throughout the planning journey, ensuring that we remained timely in all of our vendor selections and logistical decision making. They were also incredible helpful on the actual day, putting our minds at ease and addressing all of the last minute snags and adjustments that had to (inevitably occur.) I cannot wait to use them for another event!

We purchased soooo many beautiful flowers from this flower shop for our wedding two weeks ago…read more My amazing cousin was the one to create my bouquet and all the florals for the wedding but the quality of these flowers was AMAZING!!!! We ordered the flowers 2 weeks before the event, I showed the staff a few photos of images I had liked and they helped me plan and prepare for how many flowers I'd need and we talked price point. This place is super reasonable and realistic. I love how authentic the people were and truly the quality of the flowers was amazing. Our wedding was over 2 weeks ago, and we still have a center piece with flowers from Strelitzia's. 10/10 couldn't recommend this place any more!!

What great service! I was able to order a last minute Valentine bouquet and balloon for my…read moredaughter. The selections were great and not too expensive! I opted for a lovely bouquet filled with orange/pink roses and pink carnations! The delivery was just as requested and arrived right on time as my daughter was done with her classes at UCD. Thank you Sterlitzia!

You would be hard pressed for find a better planner than Teague Events and Stephanie. She planned…read moremy big sisters wedding about 11 years ago, so within days of my engagement my dad had already booked with Stephanie. Through the entire process Stephanie was amazing. She worked with my husband and I even with us being 2 hours away from her and our wedding being 3 hours away from each of us. Stephanie was able to take my hazy muddled "vibes" of a description and turned it into a beautiful vision. When my dad died and my mom broke nearly ever bone in her body in a car crash just 4 months before the wedding Stephanie became even more valuable, not just as a planner but as a human. I didn't know if I could move forward with the day. She had about 7 different plans in place depending on what I would need, be it pushing things back a year, cutting down the list, or canceling all together. Stephanie took a day that could have been filled with pain and made it stunning. She literally helped me make it down the aisle, and carved out the most beautiful moments to honor my dad all while keeping the day focused on the love my husband and I share. It is not an exaggeration to say I genuinely love Stephanie. She is an incredible planner and a more incredible human. I'm so utterly thankful my memories of this special day all have her smiling in the background, making magic happen.

Professionalism Working with Stephanie at Teague Events was…read moreone of the best decisions we made for our wedding. From the beginning, she was incredibly timely and responsive--always replying quickly and thoroughly to any question we had. She went above and beyond by joining us for vendor meetings and venue tours, even when her presence wasn't strictly necessary, just to make sure nothing slipped through the cracks. Her extensive network of vendor connections gave us high-quality options that fit both our vision and our budget. Stephanie also shared practical tips on how to keep things budget-friendly, which allowed us to save without ever feeling like we were cutting corners. Her professionalism and commitment made us feel supported and confident every step of the way. Design & Aesthetic Stephanie has very sophisticated and aesthetic taste, and she elevated the vision we had for our wedding day while staying within our budget (which was tight). She personally helped arrange the table decorations so that everything looked cohesive, balanced, and elegant. The overall design reflected us perfectly as a couple, and with her touch, it felt elevated, intentional, and beautiful. Every detail was thoughtful, and she managed to create a stunning look without ever straying from the financial boundaries we set. Execution on the Big Day When it came to the big day, Stephanie's execution was flawless. She anticipated things we didn't even know to think about--for example, our 95-degree heat could have ruined the flowers, but because she ensured each bloom had its own water source, the arrangements stayed fresh through dinner. Our decorations were exactly as my wife envisioned, but even more stunning with the little touches Stephanie added. She set up our welcome table with minimal instruction (literally just a messy sketch and a box of random pictures, flowers, and decor) and turned it into something beautiful. She seamlessly coordinated a surprise serenade I performed for my wife, ensuring it was timed and staged perfectly. Stephanie executed her job extremely efficiently without ever drawing unnecessary attention to herself, working quietly in the background to keep everything moving smoothly. Every detail was handled with calm precision, allowing us to fully relax and enjoy the day. Stephanie made our wedding seamless, stunning, and unforgettable.

Sister in law got married here. The inside was beautiful. Out doors was open and spacious. Plenty…read moreof parking for guest. No issues with playing music loud. Congrats newly weds!

My cousin had his wedding here and everything was absolutely breathtaking. The venue is gorgeous. I…read moredidn't get to explore too much in the house but the outside was beautiful.

We had been DIY-ing a renewal-of-vows ceremony for my parents and with about a month to go realized…read morewe really needed a coordinator. Lina stepped up for us and helped put together a FANTASTIC party. She transformed a businesslike boardroom into a magical place for a ceremony. She provided the tables, chairs, curtains, most of the decorations, and did the floral pieces as well. She coordinated with our vendors and helped make the ceremony and luncheon one that my parents and their guests will remember forever. In addition to all the setup and coordination, she suggested a photo booth that would print out photos right there that all our guests enjoyed. We could not have done it without her and would gladly recommend her to anyone.

DO NOT USE LINA. TERRIBLE SERVICE!! Many many things went wrong throughout the coarse of our…read morewedding after spending over $10k with Lina and a year planning... Once we eventually got our photos back we could see just how badly she had done. She used fake flowers when we paid for real, used the literal cheapest decor everywhere possible. We were sold a dream and were left with unlit tacky candles, plastic walls, exposed sand bags and BARE minimum decor. Practically everything she did for us was CHEAP and TACKY. She lied to us about having "a team" when it was just her husband and son that evening. When we reached out for a refund she agreed (clearly she knew she didn't do a good job) but when it was time to pay us she ghosted us for a year despite multiple efforts. Stay far away!!!

This is a beautiful venue! I stopped by here with a friend to try their brunch and check out the…read moregrounds. Brunch opens at 10am. They take reservations online but walk-ins too. The server told us they operate out of a food truck. So the menu is limited. But what they make is really good! We ordered the lemonade, chicken and waffles, huevos rancheros divorciados, and the strawberry champagne sherbet. Service was very prompt! The actual menu in-person had a couple items that aren't on the sample menu including a couple more dessert options like fig ice cream. We really liked everything we tried! The portions were pretty good. If coming here for food I'd recommend getting here early since food trucks have limited capacity. You're welcome to stroll around the property both the flower farm and the inn side before or after your meal. The parking situation is a gravel lot. So it may not be the most handicap accessible place. We had a lot of fun stopping by Park Winters. They were setting up for a wedding so the inn side would have been closed for the event starting at 1pm. The check also came with a small map of the property for you to keep. This was very helpful in exploring the property. The only caveat is this is the countryside. Wear long pants or be prepared with insect repellent! Even at 10am in the summer my legs were bitten by mosquitoes. (Type O blood. Mosquito magnet here.) I'd like if they burned some citronella candles to help with mosquitoes. The rest of the dining venue was so thoughtfully designed including timed misters (like at theme parks) to help keep the area cool. Definitely check it out if you're curious or in the area.

Mother's Day brunch: The menu was very small, ran out of multiple items, and, again, it was very…read moresmall; service was all over the place. They comped the meal, and we didn't ask for it; we only wanted to split the check, which was a policy that was never discussed, but their system could do it. So they decided to comp the check, given the many issues. Then the manager calls me after we leave, leaves a message, and says, very passively aggressive, "We comped your meal, but you did not leave the server a tip." Servers live off tips. But don't worry, we took care of her tip. Have a good day." Umm, excuse me? I was a server for over 7 years. First of all, I wouldn't expect a tip after the establishment that failed me by not ensuring they had adequate kitchen supplies to keep a Mother's Day up and running. Additionally, I would have added more staff to the day, which would of course be very busy. And lastly, how are we tipped when you comped the bill and walked away, and nobody had cash? We did not ask for the bill to be comped. So for future reference, dear John I don't recommend calling your customers and bullying them over voicemail. You're the problem, not us.

Kate was an absolute lifesaver for our wedding. On our wedding day, unexpected high winds threw a…read morewrench into our outdoor plans, but Kate handled everything with calm expertise. She quickly found solutions so our caterers could still cook on site and made on-the-spot adjustments to the reception layout so things could run smoothly. What we appreciated most was that she always checked in with us about any big changes and incorporated our feedback throughout. As the bride and groom, we didn't have to worry about a thing. We felt so lucky to have her managing the day. She truly let us enjoy every moment. She also adapted the reception timeline in real-time, based on how the evening was unfolding, which kept everything seamless for our guests. We can't imagine our wedding without her!

Hiring Jordyn was one of the best decisions we made during our wedding planning process. From the…read morevery beginning, she was organized, responsive, and genuinely invested in making our day perfect. She thought of every little detail, handled logistics seamlessly, and made sure everything ran smoothly behind the scenes so we could truly enjoy our day stress-free. Jordyn was always one step ahead, offering guidance when we needed it and being a calming, supportive presence throughout. Her professionalism, creativity, and kindness made the entire process not only easier, but actually enjoyable. Our wedding turned out better than we could have imagined, and a huge part of that is thanks to Jordyn. If you're thinking of hiring a planner, look no further - she's simply amazing.

I cannot say enough great things about Stella and Co! They were truly a lifesaver for my wedding…read more Due to a literal last-minute hiccup, we found ourselves in desperate need of quality linens just hours before the big day because the ones I had rented elsewhere were too short for the tables. My event coordinator quickly placed a call to S&C, and within an hour, they came to the rescue with the most gorgeous linens! Thank you, Stella and Co, for not only saving our wedding but also bringing linens that were even more beautiful than the ones I originally rented. Their high-quality, stunning linens helped create the dreamy, elegant atmosphere we had envisioned for our special day. I highly recommend them for any event--you won't be disappointed!

Anya is amazing to work with and our family & friends could not be more pleased with our mother's…read more90th Birthday bash - a 2 day celebration. Each night was magical with different decorations and ambiance. Her team worked seamlessly together. Think more wedding prep than birthday for this special event. It was 115 people each night with many moving parts and its was flawless. If I had a wedding or very special event to host she would be my number one call. Thank you Anya for an unforgettable event

We go to Pageo Lavender Farm once a year for my Mom's Church ladies brunch. The venue is gorgeous,…read morethe salads are delicious and large portions. They staff are amazing, very knowledgeable and friendly! It's one of my favorite places to visit!

My mom, sister, and I go out once a week for an activity and lunch after. Pageo Lavender Farm…read moreprovided both at one location. An employee met us as we entered and helped orient us to their property's layout. Set up a table on the patio for lunch. Provided friendly and thorough service. The food was beautifully prepared, fresh and delicious. Shopping at the gift shop after was an added bonus!

Less than 30 days out from our wedding we were informed that we would need full service catering…read morestaff per our venues requirements. We looked through the recommended list of vendors and found Events by Wise. I reached out to Shari and she quickly responded with all the information I needed. Shari's team consists of not only a full service catering staff but also a team of experienced individuals and coordinators- which makes them an even better full service team to hire because they understand weddings and what is required for a successful event. Shari and her team went above and beyond to assure I had no worries at all! On top of this, the price was very reasonable!! The service included more than what we were quoted for elsewhere. We were able to offer the type of service we could only dream of providing. Water, wine and champagne were served table side. Our hors d'oeuvres were served on elegant platters by Shari's team. They placed all of the chargers, plates, cutlery, napkins and menus. They assisted wherever needed and assured everything was taken care of. I decided very last minute that I wanted a champagne welcome shelf for my guests and Shari's team executed this perfectly!! Shari's team worked gracefully with my wedding planner, caterer, and the events manager to make my wedding everything I envisioned. I would 100% hire Shari and her team again! After booking with Shari, my anxiety and stress disappeared. I knew, without a doubt, that I was in capable hands and could finally relax. Thank you Shari, Meredith, Megan, Andrea, Jackie & Austin!

I recently served as Matron of Honor for a wedding coordinated by "Events by Wise," and I want to…read moreshare my observations regarding my sister's (the bride's) treatment by Shari. One major issue was the lack of personal presence. Just three days before the wedding, Shari called to inform my sister that she would not attend due to a conflicting commitment to her granddaughter's 16th birthday. Although the contract stated Shari's presence was not guaranteed, she led my sister to believe she would be there to fulfill her vision for the day. Imagine the stress the bride felt upon hearing this news! My sister was overwhelmed with worry about whether the assistants would understand her vision as she had explained it to Shari during planning meetings. As someone with a background in high-end hospitality, I find this treatment of a client (especially a bride!) unprofessional and, frankly, mean. To add to the stress, my sister could not contact the assistants directly until the day before the wedding. While the assistants did a commendable job executing the wedding, some significant components were mishandled. The bridal party arrived at the bridal suite an hour before the ceremony was set to begin, fully ready after preparing at an Airbnb. However, just 30 minutes before the ceremony, one of the coordinators informed the bride that they were still figuring out how to get her out without the groom seeing her. This detail should have been sorted out earlier, ideally during the rehearsal. The ceremony, originally scheduled for 4 PM, did not start until 4:30 PM, which felt unacceptable. The wedding coordinator's primary role should be to ensure the schedule is followed. Additionally, we felt rushed despite waiting an hour in the bridal suite. At the ceremony site, the coordinators distributed bouquets but failed to bring the flower girl's basket, a cherished family heirloom. When this was pointed out, one coordinator dismissively stated, "Don't worry about it, we don't have time to go get it." This hurried feeling persisted into the reception. When it was time for the wedding party to enter the reception for our introductions, we were told last minute that we had to use a different entrance than what had been rehearsed due to a locked door. This lack of foresight caused confusion and disrupted the flow of the entrances. Although the wedding was absolutely magical and my sister had such thoughtful and beautiful touches throughout the ceremony and reception- there were elements that did not meet her expectations and her vision. She expressed disappointment about the dessert table, which Shari had promised would be stunning. While all the wedding guests thought it was a beautiful dessert display, if the bride wasn't satisfied with it- does it really matter what others think? The situation escalated when my sister wrote an honest review expressing her disappointment. Instead of addressing the issues professionally, Shari responded defensively and attacked my sister, even including false claims that she was an hour late to her own rehearsal!! This response felt shocking and unkind. Shari never apologized or reached out to my sister to discuss what went wrong. This wedding was especially emotional for our family, as the groom's father had passed away two months prior, and we were coping with the impending loss of our beloved aunt. It would have meant a lot if Shari had shown some compassion towards my sister, even if there were changes in plans. While no wedding is perfect, when hiring professionals, you expect warmth and respect. Given my experience, I cannot recommend Events by Wise." There are many other coordinators who will honor your special day with professionalism and kindness.