We hired DJ Randal for our wedding in Lake Forest, Illinois, and he did an incredible job! He was…read morevery attentive, professional, and helped keep the party going. We provided him with the vibe of music we wanted and a few playlists, and he stuck to it. We would highly recommend him to other couples getting married/for an event.

I cannot say enough wonderful things about Storybook! Our goal as a couple from the beginning was…read moreto choose vendors we really hit it off with. After interviewing several wedding planners, we met Lisa. The initial meeting was when my husband found out he had mutual friends with Lisa and when we decided that it was a perfect match. Lisa is incredible at what she does while juggling many other projects. With that being said, we never felt we were a burden or she was too busy to answer any questions we had. We had SEVERAL moments where we were in over our heads and Lisa was quick to pick up the phone and help us navigate through every detail. She was able to suggest other vendors we were in search of and dining options to fit our every need. She's professional, responsive, kind, understanding and most importantly, GETS IT DONE. Erin, one of the other planners on the Storybook team was part of our Wedding Day as well and she couldn't have been more a DREAM. She was quite literally at my side for the entire day until I walked down the aisle. Let me also mention we had 6 flower girls that were running around in excitement and Erin handled the chaos with such compassion & grace. She is professional, organized, empathetic & completely ON IT. She provided me with everything I needed and had forgotten in the few remaining hours before the wedding almost instantaneously while easing my mind until the doors opened. Our wedding would not have been the same without Storybook. I honestly don't know how we would have pulled it off without these women. We had 16 people in our bridal party, 6 flower girls, 3 ring bearers, our ceremony musicians cancelled 3 days before our wedding, I had blisters the size of my toes the morning of the wedding. I could go on and on about my worries.... but it all ended up PERFECT because of Lisa and Erin. Throughout the process, I never had a doubt in my mind that it would be perfect, but I'm here to tell you that these ladies pulled it off to be more than I could have ever hoped for without a hitch. It was an absolute pleasure working with them!

Joni and the folks at Storybook were everything we wanted in a wedding planner and everything we…read moredidn't know we needed. Joni was professional, efficient and invested. She cared so much about making our day(s) special and that meant a lot to us. During the planning process and the day of the event she became just as much of a friend as a professional planner. Joni has the perfect combination of an eye for detail and style. You can trust she will go above and beyond. To be honest, we weren't sure if we needed a planner when we began the wedding planning process and now we don't know how wee would have pulled off a wedding without her. 10/10 recommend.

Don't overthink it, hire DJ Don Carlo for the best party!…read more We are beyond grateful for the incredible work DJ Don Carlos and his team put into making our wedding day perfect! From our first consultation to the ceremony rehearsal, he was professional, organized, and made us feel at ease. His guidance ensured that everything ran smoothly, and our entire wedding party felt prepared. As the emcee, he brought an infectious energy that kept our guests on the dance floor all night long! The mix of Mexican and American music was perfect--everyone was dancing until their feet hurt! Thanks to him, we were able to relax and enjoy every moment of our big day. We can't recommend him enough!

Hands down, the BEST wedding DJ ever!…read more From our very first meeting, Carlos stood out with his professionalism, warmth, and genuine passion for what he does (and great smile!). He worked with us from the early stages of planning, meeting with us monthly to ensure every detail was perfect--including helping build out our timeline. He brought amazing recommendations, was always reliable, and made the entire process stress-free and fun. What truly sets him apart is his personality--so personable, humble, and easy to connect with. By the time the wedding came, it felt like a friend was running the show. And WOW, did he deliver! I was on the dance floor for 3 hours straight, and so was everyone else. The energy never dipped, and it was truly the most fun I've ever had at a party--let alone my own wedding. Out of all our vendors, he was by far my absolute favorite. I'll be finding any excuse to hire him again in the future. If you're thinking of booking him--do it. You won't regret it!

My husband and I hired Sparvim, at Everyday Gourmet, to cater our wedding. She was wonderful to…read morework with, from the first conversation all the way to the final details of the food and linens at our dinner reception. Her attention to detail was phenomenal. The guests are still commenting how delicious the food was, as well as how beautiful the table decor was. Sparvim - Thank you for your part in making our day memorable. We will certainly recommend you to any one we know getting married and keep you in mind, if we should need a caterer in the future. Jamie & Randy

My parents have used this catering company for small parties for years! When we found out a…read moredifferent catering company could not accommodate our requests (providing all glassware, chilled and hot appetizers, etc.), we contacted Everyday Gourmet LESS THAN 2 WEEKS before the event! They were happy to accommodate our every need. Since it was for a grand opening celebration/open house, we were unsure of how many guests would come. Our turn-out was about 200 guests, and there was plenty of food and drink for the party! We did 6-7 different passed appetizers - the servers were friendly, prompt, but not in-your-face-eat-this like some are. Staff was very professional. Every appetizer was delicious (we had the company recommend their most popular items). The cold apps were cold and the hot apps were hot. There were no discarded napkins, etc. lying around - they must have constantly cleaned-up after everyone too. We did wine and sparkling water service. The bartender had a drink in everyone's hand the second they walking in the door. Very fast, very attentive. Since we didn't know the exact head count of our party, the company brought as much wine as possible and didn't charge us for any unopened bottles that they could take back!!!! I only briefly met the owner/manager, but my mother really enjoys working with her. You can tell she has been doing this for years. She will come out to check-out your party space to plan ahead of the layout for her food and staff. I have to say this party was a lot of work, but the catering was the easy part thanks to Everyday Gourmet. Would definitely recommend this company to a friend for small parties/business events.

Grace is the best wedding planner and more than we could have ever hoped for- attentive,…read moreresponsive, organized, great insights and style, and all with the best demeanor!!!! She was a joy to work with beginning to end. I am sure a million things went wrong on our big day but we had no clue... we were truly able to enjoy every minute because we were in Grace and her team's very capable hands!!! This woman knows how to execute...all with a smile to boot!! If you are lucky enough to work with Grace and her team you will know exactly what I mean. THANK YOU GRACE!!!

If I could give bonus stars for Grace, I would. She was an absolutely amazing wedding planner!…read more She was there every step of the way, offering expertise on everything from table choices to food and drink options to timelines and budgets. She has a 100% can-do attitude and is a pleasure to work with. She prepared a detailed timeline for the months, days, and hours leading up to our wedding; contacted every vendor whenever necessary, including to plan all logistics and timing for the day-of; assisted with all choices along the way; all the while with a huge smile on her face. Her team was also outstanding. Victoria and Ari were there the day-of to handle all logistics. I truly cannot recommend Grace and her team highly enough.

She was unprofessional, missing half the night, and made errors throughout the entire wedding…read moreweekend. although the worst part was her negative and snarky attitude and tone to everyone including the family and friends. Do not waste your money.

Megan and her team are the absolute BEST! Our 300 person wedding was cancelled last May due to…read moreCovid when we decided to reach out to Megan who was able to plan a small, safe 50 person gathering within a matter of only a few months. Megan knew everyone in the industry and ensured that our event was not only magical and perfect but also followed all event safety guidelines. She is the best in the event planning business and we would recommend her to anyone- cannot say enough positive things about our experience!!

She's the best in the business and she's planning my Wedding! If you're planning to have an event…read moreplan on calling her!!

She is the best! Made everything from my bat mitzvah to my wedding perfect! Great taste- patient-…read moremeticulous- kind- just the best!

I hired Jalpa as a full-service wedding planner June 2022 for my September 2023 wedding. From the…read morevery beginning, Jalpa was an absolute gem, guiding me through each step of the wedding planning process and transforming my dream of a perfect big fat Indian wedding into a reality. From the initial consultation to the final moments of the big day, Jalpa demonstrated professionalism, creativity, and an unwavering commitment to making our wedding a truly magical experience. Over the course of 14 months, she assisted in booking every vendor, coordinating/communicating seamlessly with the venue and our vendors (decor, catering, DJ, video/photo, etc.), helped pick out small wedding details, and provided invaluable insights and advice. Her ability to listen to my needs and help my vendors understand my vision truly made every decision feel informed and stress-free. One of the aspects I appreciated most about working with Jalpa was her flexibility. Jalpa understood my type-A personality and my desire to be hands-on with planning, she allowed me to communicate directly with vendors and take charge when needed, while still providing the necessary support and expertise. Jalpa maintained open and clear communication throughout the entire planning process. She was responsive to emails, calls, and any questions or concerns we had. This made us feel confident and assured that our wedding was in capable hands. Jalpa's commitment to her clients is unparalleled. When the big weekend arrived, Jalpa, Mitul, and her J2R team were so efficient and ensured that everything ran smoothly and ON TIME, a remarkable feat given our sizable guest count of close to 600. All thanks to Jalpa's impeccable organization and coordination skills, we truly got to enjoy our wedding weekend without worrying about logistics. She also effortlessly handled the intricacies of our Hindu wedding and vidhi ceremony. Her ability to communicate with my parents and the priest ensured that every detail and the complex steps of the ceremony were flawlessly executed. Hiring Jalpa was single-handedly the BEST decision I made when planning my wedding. Every single one of our guests complimented the wedding (which is very rare for an Indian wedding). They all complimented how beautiful, organized, and fun the wedding was. They also all loved the food. Even three months later, our guests are still talking about our wedding weekend. This honestly would have not been possible without Jalpa. I highly recommend her for all your wedding planning and coordination needs. You will not regret hiring her. Jalpa cares deeply about her clients and goes above and beyond to create unforgettable experiences. I wholeheartedly recommend Jalpa to anyone looking for a dedicated and talented wedding planner. Thank you Jalpa, for making our wedding day the best day of our lives!