Though we would never argue with tradition, at Olivia Restaurant, we believe it doesn’t hurt to add a few new twists to time-honored practices and routines. After carefully sifting through hundreds of wedding blogs and listening to countless stories from friends and family members, we have compiled a list of the most exciting ways to set […]
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The Five Best Holiday Party Cocktails of 2014
Give your Holiday party a bit of extra merriment with these specialty cocktail recipes from Olivia Restaurant. Whether you bring them from home or ask our expert bartenders to mix them for you, we guarantee that these festive drinks will fill your guests with the Christmas spirit! [fusion_builder_container hundred_percent=”yes” overflow=”visible”][fusion_builder_row][fusion_builder_column type=”1_1″ background_position=”left top” background_color=”” border_size=”” border_color=”” […]
Read MoreWedding Song Do’s and Don’ts: Records To Play, Records To Break
The right wedding reception songs can pack the dancefloor or bring tears to your guests’ eyes, while the wrong songs – tunes that are painfully slow, inappropriate for the occasion, and just plain awful – can have people sprinting for the open bar or making excuses about the babysitter as they head for the door. […]
Read MoreFour Questions To Ask Before Choosing Your Wedding Entertainer
Anyone who has ever attended a wedding reception will tell you: the professional music performer – whether a DJ with turn-tables, a nine-piece brass band, or your niece hovering over a carefully-curated iTunes playlist – can make or break the party. When planning your Big Day, ask your prospective music entertainer these questions to make […]
Read MoreWedding Elephant Controversy
On October 18th, an Asian elephant carrying a couple on its back lumbered down Twin Dolphin Drive in Huntington Beach, California, and onto the grounds of the Hyatt Regency Huntington Beach Resort and Spa. The jaw-dropping scene, which was part of the procession during a traditional Indian wedding ceremony, would have been awe-inspiring were it […]
Read MoreKnock ‘Em Dead: 4 Tips On Giving A Great Speech
Whether giving the Best Man Toast at your friend’s wedding reception or motivating colleagues to hit quarterly sales goals at you company’s annual conference, delivering a great speech is a difficult but crucial skill to master. Next time you find yourself in the spotlight, follow these simple tips to bring down the house:
Read MoreCorporate Event Hosting: Awards Dinners and Ceremonies
Hosting an awards dinner is a powerful way to reward and motivate your company’s employees. It shows your staff that you recognize and appreciate all of their hard work throughout the year, and it gives you the chance to single out exceptional employees for distinction. Keeping a business’ bottom line healthy takes a lot of […]
Read MoreWhat Should I Bring to a Networking Event? Part I
For those new to career networking as a way to advance themselves in their industry, proper preparation for these events may not be second nature. This week, in our blog we will cover some of the basics and walk you through the bare minimum you need to come in with to maximize your networking experience. […]
Read MoreSignature Cocktails for a One-of-a-Kind Wedding
A fun new wedding trend is having signature cocktails for your reception. At the most practical level, it is a great way to keep your wedding budget manageable — instead of an open bar, you can simply offer wine, beer and a signature cocktail. But a special cocktail can also add a personalized touch to […]
Read MoreCreating An In-House Catering Menu
Choosing the catering menu is an important step in planning an event. Olivia is a 150-guest event space with a full service kitchen and many options for custom in-house catering to save you a step. We have quite a bit of experience in catering events, providing guests with good quality, professionally prepared cuisine to spice […]
Read MoreQuinceañera Style: Choosing the Perfect Dress for Every Girl
At her quinceañera, a niña becomes a young lady and makes her official entrance into society. In families and communties where this tradition is observed, a girl and her mother choose the quinceañera dress with the same care and consideration that will one day be invested in choosing her wedding gown. The dress selection affects […]
Read MoreNew Wedding Dresses vs. Pre-Owned Wedding Dresses
Every bride-to-be dreams about the perfect dress for her wedding. With countless trips to the bridal salon and all the stress that goes with the wedding; brides are adamant to find their perfect wedding dress for their most special day. Most dresses range typically anywhere from 500 to 7, 000 dollars, which is a wide […]
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