Not all events call for the full service expertise of a catering team, so Herban Feast offers three different service options so you can choose the type of support you want for your event.

• Full Service - Herban Feast provides full service catering with a focus on you and your event. We've catered almost every type and size of event imaginable.
  

• Delivery - Perfect for smaller events, cocktail receptions and corporate breakfasts and luncheons.
  

• Pick Up - If all you need are a few platters to enhance your self-catered event, or if you’d like to bring something special to a party and time is critical, consider ordering our beautifully styled and garnished platters of appetizers, sandwiches, salads and desserts that you can pick up and take with you!

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With Tulalip Resort’s combination of space options, high-tech capabilities, accommodations and endless entertainment, it’s easy to see why the Tulalip is regarded as one of the most outstanding meeting venues in the Pacific Northwest.

Be sure to check out their Taste of Tulalip on November 14rh & 15th

• 30,000 square feet of flexible meeting space
• One 15,000 square-foot ballroom
• One 4,800 square-foot junior ballroom, divisible into four equal size meeting rooms
• 6,000 square feet of pre/post function event space
• Fully equipped, complimentary state-of-the-art presentation tools
• Indoor Oasis Pool adjacent to meeting areas, can also serve as a unique function space
• Canoes Cabaret offers an exclusive 450-seat area complete with stage for special presentations
• 370 guest Rooms
• Full-service spa with 16 treatment rooms
• 24-hour fitness center
• Indoor Oasis pool with relaxing hot tub
• Full-service concierge and guest services staff
• Full catering service, on and off site
• Salal Floral Shop and Resort Gift Shop on site
  
  

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Texture, warmth, comfort and color are major contributors to fashion accessories in the house. Animal skin prints are weaving their way into objects and room design for the home, just as they have been a key element in fashion design for the past couple of years. Whether you need a hint of basic black, white or brown - it's right here. The elegance of being able to completely change a room with one piece of furniture or a rug with an animal print on it is simple and extremely affective. The bathroom options are available in snake skin, leopard, or zebra - what appeals to you? Fendi offers a black snake Casa Furniture Collection, or Steuler brings out their Daktari tiles. Vitruvit has vessels in several options, such as snake, and alligator in the Ethnic Collection. Be sure and take note of Dolce & Gabbana's Mademoiselle Chair in leopard, and what completes the room perfectly more than a Karastan rug from their Exotics Collection. It is your choice - have fun . . it will be "purrrfect."

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Labels: holidays, Real Events

There is recycling and then there is redesigning/recycling the way MetroSofa does it. In creating their pieces, MetroSofa thoroughly restores and rebuilds the frames so they can truly continue use by the next generations to come. Their styling is anywhere from Classic to Modern - to well how about you design your own? In keeping with other 'Green' products, MetroSofa uses old and antique frames and continually recycles many components used in the production process. This truly is art inspired furniture. Art/recycling/design and style . . . everything furniture should ever be!

Labels: Going Green, Inspiration Corner

The mid-century look and feel is still larger than life, as we have turned the corner in an entirely new century. It is one of the most sought after looks in office and home decor. What if you turned the tables on that one a bit? Say you don't necessarily want to turn your office or house upside down in this of all economies, but would like to add a little of that 1950's - 1960s look to your decor. Simple - add art such as that we are showcasing above. All of these can be found at the Terrence Rogers Fine Art Studio in Santa Monica California. We are only showing a sampling of the choices - and even if you were not around in that era, as you look through the art, you will see familiar scenes and objects that are once again the "must haves", such as the Vespa, or mid-century chair. The art ranges in price from $800 - $5000.00, which is a significant savings from redoing what you have and love. Just add to it!

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Hold off on the red stuff and bring on the orange - as the second most celebrated of holidays for Americans arrives at the end of this month, before the red holiday season begins after Thanksgiving.
Halloween has a very old origin which is not necessarily why it is so popular today. October 31st is the last day of the Celtic calendar. It was originally a pagan holiday, honoring the dead. Halloween was referred to as All Hallows Eve and dates back to over 2000 years ago. Have fun and be safe! Need a screensaver? Found a couple for you
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Labels: Activities, Inspiration Corner

Labels: Food and Beverage, holidays

It's right around the corner, and there is a good chance very few of us have had the realistic option of actually going to the Olympic Games. Well times they are a changing because we are in an exceptional situation via our location to go to the 2010 Winter Olympics in Vancouver, B.C. The Olymic Games start on Friday, February 12th - opening ceremonies at 6:00pm and run through the 28th, on Sunday with closing ceremonies at 5:30pm. Some of the statistics of these games: 5,500 Olympic Games athletes and officials, 80+ countires paricipating, 10,000 media representatives, 3 billion worldwide television vieweres and 75 million visits worldwide going to Vancouver! This would be a good time to get your reservations confirmed in case you haven't. . . the world is coming!
2010 Winter Olympic Event Schedule attached:
competition.pdf

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You might hear about commerical occupancy rates being almost as low as they were in the 1970's in Seattle, but this is not your Mother's Seattle! Welcome to Seattle 2009-10. Populated by the up and coming youth based executives literally perched on the precipice, occupancy in Metropolitan Seattle is more residential driven, than at any time in it's history. This is a city with a view if you are lucky enough to find one similar to any of those above. Wait - we're not done! More great news? At no other time, have there been more options for you to live this life, than you can right now. With it being a buyers market - what are you waiting for? Always wanted to step up to the high life with a view?

Cultural options in Downtown Seattle are as diverse and available as any major city of it's type. Seattle boasts an opera, a ballet, as well as a symphony orchestra and concert hall. Add to that a plethora of top end restaurants, theaters and museums - all easy to walk to if you live in the metropolitan area. Not enough? Then there is probably no need to also mention that this network of neighborhoods linked together from First Hill to Capital Hill to Queen Anne - provide you with some of the most charming shops to be found anywhere. Welcome to Metropolitan Seattle, your oyster . . and what type of oyster can we serve you?

Labels: Local Events, What's new

January 17th - Sunday
Novelty Hill/Januik: "Breakfast & Brunch" Cooking Class with Chef Dan Koommoo
12:00 - 3:00pm
14710 Woodinville-Redmond Rd. NE
Woodinville, Washington 98072
Cost: $90 public, $80 wine club RSVP required
Contact Carolyn Januik, carolyn@noveltyhilljanuik.com or 425.481.5502

January 17th - Sunday
Chateau Ste. Michelle: Wine and Salt Seminar
1:00 - 4:00pm
Location: 14111 NE 145th
Woodinville, Washington 98072
Phone: (425) 415-3632
Toll-free: (800) 267-6793
Cost: $30 public, $25 Club Members
http://www.ste-michelle.com/events/eventPlanning

January 30, 2010 (Sat)
Celebrate Washington Wine
Washington State University Wine Auction
6:00 PM - 11:00 PM
14111 NE 145th Street
Woodinville, WA 98072
ph. (509) 335-7772

EVENT DETAILS:
Washington State University's Science of Wine Program presents this spectacular evening featuring fine food, exceptional wines, interesting conversation and silent and live auctions. Mark your calendar for this ninth annual black tie reception and dinner!
Proceeds from the auction benefit Washington State University's Viticulture & Enology Program.
With your support we are building a world-class wine science research and education program at WSU. Our program supports the growth of the Washington wine industry and the communities across the state of Washington.

February 6th, 2010 (Saturday) - February 7th, 2010 (Sunday)
February 13th, 14th & 15th - 2010
Red Wine and Chocolate
11 am - 5 pm
Location: Olympic Peninsula Wineries, Port Angeles and Port Townsend, Washington
334 Benson Road
Port Angeles, WA 98363
ph: 800-785-5495
Cost: $5.00 - $25.00

EVENT DETAILS:
Join us for these two fun weekends as each winery pairs delectable specialty chocolates with carefully selected elegant red wines. From the fullness of Cabernet to the finesse of Syrah, come see what all the excitement is about in this blissful combination.
Tickets for this self guided tour are available in advance or at the door on a first come basis. The ticket and glass package entitles you to a special commemorative wine glass, complimentary wine tasting and a delectable sample of chocolate at each winery during the Red Wine & Chocolate Weekends. Tickets are not required and each winery will charge a $5 wine tasting fee to non-ticketed guest. Get your ticket stamped at all 6 wineries and be eligible to enter our gift basket drawing. While children are allowed in the tasting rooms, you must be 21 or over to purchase tickets and/or participate in wine tasting.

For further information call 800-785-5495 or visit http://www.blogger.com/For%20further%20information%20call%20800-785-5495%20or%20visit%20www.olympicpeninsulawineries.org..

March 5th 2010
Poverty Bay Wine Festival Opening Night Gala
Location: Landmark on the Sound
23660 Marine View Drive South
Des Moines, WA 98198
ph. 206-824-9462

EVENT DETAILS:
The opening event for the Poverty Bay Wine Festival is the hottest ticket in town! Unlimited tastings from 20 Northwest wineries, hors d'oeuvres and desserts by Anthony's Homeport, and fabulous entertainment. Live music from the Steve Ryals Trio and Ed Taylor & Taylormade. Black tie (optional). Valet Parking included with ticket. Must be 21 to enter.
COST: $75 advance, $85 at the door

March 6th - March 7th 2010
Poverty Bay Wine Festival
Location: Landmark on the Sound
23660 Marine View Drive South
Des Moines, WA 98198
ph. 206-824-9462
12:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Cost: $20 advance, $25 at the door

EVENT DETAILS: Taste wines from over 20 Northwest wineries at the 6th Annual Poverty Bay Wine Festival, held at the historic Landmark on the Sound. At this grand mansion overlooking Puget Sound, you’ll enjoy great wines and great food, plus live jazz. Free samples from local restaurants, plus food for purchase.

Live music!

Saturday: Darren Motamedy Duo, 4th Degree

Sunday: Rouge, Billet-Deux

All proceeds benefit the charitable projects of the Rotary Club of Des Moines.

March 27th & 28th 2010
Taste Washington! Seattle
Join us for a weekend of wine and food tasting at one of the nation’s premier wine & food events.
Seminars – Saturday, March 27 at Bell Harbor International Conference Center. Grand Tasting Sunday, March 28 at Qwest Field Event Center. New attractive ticket prices for 2010.
Cost: General Admission Tickets: $75 VIP Tickets: $125 OR two tickets for $240
Tickets on sale at Ticketmaster now!

March 27th 2010
Inn at the WAC and Winemakers Dinner
Location: Washington Athletic Club
1325 Sixth Avenue
Seattle, Washington 98101
Phone: (206) 464-3050
Inn at the WAC – Special Rates

The Inn at the WAC is extending special rates to Taste Washington guests. The Inn at the WAC features 109 luxurious, elegantly appointed rooms and suites. Each room features plush beds, Egyptian cotton sheets, newly renovated bathroom and CD player/clock radio with relaxation CD’s to ensure the perfect slumber.

To make your reservation please call 206-464-3055 or submit the online reservation request form.

• Enjoy a one-night stay for $169
• Enjoy a two-night stay for $249
• Enjoy a three-night stay for $299
  

4th Annual Winemakers Dinner
Saturday, March 27th the WAC will host a Taste Washington Winemaker Dinner. This event will feature guests chefs and six wineries including Woodward Canyon.
Cost: Dinner tickets are $175 for non-members and $150 for members.
To make your reservation call (206) 464-3050 or e-mail the WAC at catering@wac.net

Look for upcoming events!

Small Regional Wineries:

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Parties and events are in the works - plans being made - and it's time to start putting some serious time into determing -what to eat! Buffets are a great option for gathering - especially if you want some flexibility in the numbers of your attendees. Here are a few tips for you to consider if you are thinking buffet, and in this economy, it can be a blessing in disguise:

1. One general rule is this: Prepare more food if you are having a buffet rather than a sit-down meal; guests tend to eat more from buffets. However, the more selections available, the less people will take of any one item because they want to taste everything. This gives you the option of adding more appetizer types of offerings - and less heavy expensive meats. Don't serve appetizers before - save the money and add a few smaller items to the buffet itself.
   
   
2. For a buffet serving 25-30 people, a good basic menu includes two casseroles in 9"x13" dishes (or one casserole plus meat—turkey, ham, beef), two salads (about three heads of lettuce per salad), rolls (one per person), and two to three desserts. Multiply this for every 25 people you add.
   
   
3. Meat amounts can be tricky, but here is a general guide: for 25-30 people, have a fifteen- to eighteen- pound turkey, OR a six- to seven-pound boneless ham, OR a twelve-pound roast beef.
   
   
4. For serving pasta, calculate about two ounces per person if it's being served as a side dish or as one selection on a buffet table, about four if a main course.
   
   
5. When planning beverages, know your crowd; in general, though, calculate about one drink per hour for each guest. For a party where guests will be standing/moving around a good deal, plan on four to five drinking cups per person. For ice, you'll need about one pound for every four to six guests.

Want to really enjoy the event with your guests? Consider getting it catered. You will often be surprised at just how reasonable it can be. Discuss your budget and guest count with your on-site caterer. They are known to be exceptionally flexible and willing to work with you - just remember they are the professionals and will take care of your needs if you allow them. Believe us when we say - having it catered will provide you the bonus of a true social gathering - without thought to anything other than having a great time!

If you have the need to go to a separate venue, may be suggest: banquetevent.com

Labels: Food and Beverage