Cutting Your Wedding Cake: What You Actually Need (and Why It’s More Than Just a Knife)
The moment you cut your wedding cake is more than just a sweet tradition—it’s a highlight of the reception and a photo opportunity guests look forward to.
But once the cameras flash and the first slice is served, someone still needs to cut and serve cake for the rest of the room.
And here’s what most couples don’t realize: cutting cake for 100+ guests isn’t as simple as grabbing a knife and digging in.
If you want the process to be smooth, safe, and mess-free, you’ll need a little more than a sharp blade. Here's a breakdown of what you need—and why hiring help can make all the difference.
Wedding Cake or Cupcakes? Creative Dessert Alternatives Your Guests Will Love
Wedding desserts have come a long way from the traditional three-tier cake with buttercream roses. While cake is still a beautiful and beloved option, couples today are exploring a variety of creative alternatives that reflect their personalities, keep costs in check, and make dessert a fun experience for everyone.
All About Rentals: What You Need To Know About Tables, Chairs, Plates, Flatware, Stemware, and More
When planning a wedding or event, rentals can feel like a small detail—until you realize how many moving parts they involve. From the number of tables and chairs to the exact count of wine glasses and dinner plates, the logistics of rentals can quickly get overwhelming - and expensive!
But with a little planning and the right questions, you can make this part of your event seamless.
Signature Cocktails – Why They’re Smart, Stylish, and Budget-Friendly
One of the easiest and most effective ways to personalize your wedding—and trim your bar budget—is to serve a signature cocktail. More than just a pretty drink, a signature cocktail is a creative way to express your style as a couple while simplifying your bar menu.
Here’s why signature cocktails should be at the top of your wedding drink plan.
Small Comforts, Big Impact – Fans, Flip-Flops, and Cozy Touches for Your Guests
As a bride, you typically think about your flowers, your dress, your vows—but don’t forget to think about your guests. One of the simplest ways to make your wedding stand out is by going the extra mile to keep your friends and family comfortable, especially in unpredictable weather or terrain. This doesn’t have to be expensive or over-the-top. It just needs to be thoughtful.
How to Save Money on the Bar Without Cutting Corners
Weddings and celebrations are about gathering your favorite people and raising a glass to new beginnings. But stocking a bar for all your guests can become one of the biggest line items on your budget if you're not careful. The good news? You can still impress your guests and keep the drinks flowing—without overspending.
Here are practical, expert tips for saving money on your bar while keeping the experience elevated and enjoyable.
Planning and Coordinating – Should You DIY or Trust the Pros?
You’ve said “yes” to the dress, picked a date, and started gathering inspiration for your big day. Now comes one of the most important questions you’ll face in your wedding planning journey: Do you handle the planning and coordination yourself—or do you bring in professionals to help?
Beverages – The Key to a Comfortable Guest Experience
The one thing most brides think about when planning their wedding is the moments and photo opps
But there’s a behind-the-scenes detail that has a surprisingly big impact on guest comfort and overall experience: beverages.
A well-hydrated guest is a happy guest.
Unsung Event Hero - Ice Essentials
When it comes to planning a memorable wedding or event, it's the small details that can make a big difference, and ice is no exception. Many planners focus on the décor, menu, and entertainment, but overlook the importance of having an ample supply of this cooling essential.
Indian Weddings
CCPH has had the wonderful opportunity to staff and plan many Indian Weddings and WOW! What an honor. These weddings are nothing short of a complete production. Lasting anywhere from a few days to a couple of weeks, these beautiful weddings require pretty intense man power. We are blessed to have the staff to handle these intricate affairs with ease.
Spirits & Sparkle
We have some news… although we have been tending mobile for 25 years now, we have recently upped our game by giving our service it’s own presence! Ahem… please welcome Spirits & Sparkle Mobile Bar Service to the CCPH brand!
Hydration stations
Hydration stations are essential to big events for a few reasons including the obvious, thirst, but also to temper alcohol drinkers, hot guests and more!
Hosting a summer party?
Here are a few tips and tricks to help you create a great fun and safe party!
Summer is our personal favorite season for get togethers, however, there are many parts of planning a party for the holiday and keeping everyone safe while having fun is the key to a memorable day!
Help us help you - What we need to plan your event
When we start our relationship with our clients for their event, it is very likely that we will need 5 things from you, besides the obvious things like where, when, who, etc. So what are those 5 things, you ask?
Just say No!
To Friends and Family doing the work for your event. Weddings, birthdays, bridal showers, baby showers and all events are meant to celebrate with the people you love. So let them celebrate with you
What’s the difference?
What's the difference between a planner, coordinator, venue manager, and event manager, and which do you need for your event?