Venue Spotlight: Riviera Country Club

All photos grabbed from Andrea's blog

The Riviera Country Club in Pacific Palisades is internationally renowned for it's private golf course where PGA plays with all the "big boys" every year. It's also an amazing venue for weddings and social events with a beautiful view, elegant rooms, fantastic food and outstanding service.


ABCGLA did it again - another fabulous networking event. Kudos to Beth of Beth Helmstetter Events and the rest of ABCGLA's Steering Committee, including "yours truly", for organizing this event. It was held last month at The Riviera Country Club.

Special thanks to all the vendors who showcased and contributed to the success of this event...

DJ for the night - Scott Topper

Delicious cakes by Nancy Kay and gorgeous floral arrangements by Flower Wild

Lounge furniture by AB Elements

Linens and chargers by Elegant Designs

Gowns by Amal of Beverly Hills

Flamenco Quartet by Leonard Neil Productions

Chairs by Chameleon Chair Collection

Brides.com donated a 6 month online advertising Raffle Prize

Official Photographers - Andrea and Tammy of Red Loft Studios

FACCsfv Holiday Mixer

Photos courtesy of Richard Miyake

It was such an honor to co-host, with Elaine Quadra of White Flower Events and Flowers, FACCsfv's Holiday Mixer held last November 28 at White Flower's showroom in Van Nuys. It was a very successful event attended by about 40 FACCsfv members, officers and guests including members of the media. Everyone enjoyed delicious hors d'oeuvres and dessert, fine wine and prizes. The "Speed Mix" game (same concept as Speed Date) was introduced for the first time, where everyone had an opportunity to meet and exchange business cards with everyone in attendance. It was a blast.

Don Ho, Executive Chef of Le Fusion provided the catering and Marivic Ayunan, owner of Helena Wirth Decorated Cakes provided the "yummy" cakes. Travel Diva, Maridy Masicat, Owner of Travel Style and FaCCsfv officer, served as the Master of Ceremonies for the evening. Kudos to Matteo Fernandez, owner of Mabuhay Media and officer of FACCsfv, for helping us organize this fantastic event.

Looking forward to the next FACCsfv Mixer in January.

ACPWC Speakers and Showcasers Day

Photos by B&G Photography

ACPWC Southern California Chapter had its Speakers Day and Luncheon last October 26, 2007 held at Hilton Long Beach. It was a fantastic ending to a week long class. Congratulations to all the new graduates and to our fellow members who received their well deserved certifications.

Some of the most reputable wedding professionals were featured as speakers and showcasers. Among them were B&G Photography, David Robin Films, Peter Merry, Bob Gail Special Events, Emily Rose Papers, Reverend Clint Hufft and Caroline Hallak.

I had a great time. Kudos to Marcia Vidal of Crystal Clear Weddings for a great job putting this event together. Unfortunately, I had to leave early due to prior commitments so I wasn't able to join the group photo session :( .

Venue Spotlight - Luxe Hotel Sunset Blvd

Fabulous photos courtesy of B&G Photography

Luxe Hotel Sunset Boulevard, is a luxury boutique hotel situated on seven secluded acres of lush gardens. Located on Sunset Boulevard, where serenity meets urban chic, Luxe Hotel remains a tranquil setting in Bel Air, less than 10 minutes away from the world-renowned Getty Center, upscale shopping and restaurants, Venice Beach & Santa Monica Pier.

ABC-GLA's Networking Event last August was held at this fabulous venue. It was indeed a glamorous event. Not only did we have a chance to experience the newly renovated pool-side event area but we were also able to sample decadent cocktails and gourmet cuisine. And some of the industry's top vendors showcased at the event: Troupe (Entertainment), Girari Sustainable Event Furnishings, Cake Crumbs, Nesly's Floral Design, Scott Topper Productions (DJ), Bentley Meeker (Lighting), B&G Photography and Pacific Pictures (Videographer). It was indeed a memorable evening.