Happy 16th Birthday Coronado

We've got tons to share about Coronado's lavish affair...

Here is a sneak preview on what's to come.

Sydney & Matt

Congrats to the newlyweds Sydney & Matt Hammersky!

Surrounded by close family in friends, they wed in 1987 and the wedding reception in our 2008 ballroom followed.

Pictures from the wedding including the beautiful wedding cake, complete with Swarovski Crystal brooch and the groom's bass cake will be posted soon!

Banquet Photos

Thanks to our friend Akil Bennett for providing us with such great photos of our ceremony and wedding reception space!

1000 Paper Cranes - An Intimate Wedding

An ancient Japanese legend promises that anyone who folds a thousand origami cranes will be granted one wish. The crane in Japan is one of the mystical or holy creatures (others include the dragon and the tortoise), and is said to live for a thousand years. In Asia, it is commonly said that folding 1000 paper origami cranes makes a person's wish come true.

Our lovely bride folded and hung cranes from the chandeliers as a surprise to her groom. What a sweet idea.

Room 1964

Cakes By Cullen's

Space... The Final Frontier

Being located so close to NASA is one of the best perks about Cullen's.  Nichelle Nicols, also known as Lieutenant Uhura in the famous television series Star Trek, dined on our delicious lunch cuisine.

She was one of the kindest celebrities to visit Cullen's.  Check out her surprise dessert created by our executive pastry chef, John.

Tyler's 16th Birthday Party

Save the date...

Please join us for our Bridal Open House

When: Sunday July 18, 2010 from 1-4 PM
Where: Cullen's Upscale American Grille
Cost: Absolutely free!

Cullen's offers many of beautiful wedding settings. It is the one place that can serve all your needs perfectly, from the bridal shower, rehearsal and ceremony to the wedding reception! Tour the venue and get inspired by designs from Houston's top wedding professionals.  Champagne, hors d'oeuvres, and cake tastings... YUM!

RSVP
Erica (281)991-2010

Hope to see you there!

First Date leads to Something More

Guys - If you need a recommendation for a first date, try Cullen's, it'll leave a lasting impression.

Nearly a year ago, Josh planned a great evening and a nice dinner for two in our formal dining room.  A great first impression was not the only thing Josh made.  When the dessert course came, Josh said, "Okay... You're the one!".   She grinned ear to ear.

I sat down with Josh & Jenna yesterday to go over wedding plans!  Yes, the happy couple is tying the knot!

We can't wait to update you with photos of the couple on the biggest date in their lives (aside from the first of course).

Stay tuned....

Sweet, Small & Sentimental

The tradition of distributing wedding favors is a very old one. It is believed that the first wedding favor, common amongst European aristocrats, was known as a bonbonniere, a small trinket box made of crystal, porcelain, and/or precious stones. The contents of these precious boxes were generally sugar cubes or delicate confections, which symbolize wealth and royalty. (In this era, sugar was an expensive commodity and was treasured only among the wealthy. It was believed that sugar contained medical benefits). As the price of sugar decreased throughout centuries, the tradition of providing gifts to guests reached the general populace and was embraced by couples of modest means.

As sugar became more affordable, bonbonnieres were replaced with almonds. For centuries, almonds were commonly distributed to wedding guests to signify well wishes on the bridegroom’s new life. In the thirteenth century, almonds coated with sugar, known as confetti, were introduced. Confetti soon transformed to sugared almonds, which later evolved into the wedding favor for modern day weddings. Traditionally, five Jordan almonds are presented in a confection box or wrapped in elegant fabric to represent fertility, longevity, wealth, health and happiness. The bitterness of the almond and the sweetness of the coated candy exemplify the bitter sweetness of a marriage.

With wedding sites like shopgetmarried.com, favors are now super easy to order and customize.