Sunday, February 13, 2011

Just in time for Valentine's

What a great way to celebrate Valentine early than for a great cause. The Festival of Chocolate, a fundraiser for the Distress Centre of Ottawa & Region, delighted chocolate lovers at Lago Bar & Grill.

Chef Joe Calabro of Pasticceria Gelateria Italiana, won the People's Choice Award for best chocolate. Roch Fournier of Rochef Chocolatier in Gatineau, came in a close second and third was chef Amanda Lunan of Auntie Loo's Treats. Congrats to all three and to those who were there to tease their senses with the aromatic and delicious tastes served that night.

To read more, please visit "Eye candy and bonbons: Something for every taste at Festival of Chocolate -- video" in the Ottawa Citizen.

Thursday, February 10, 2011

Posh Wedding Show in Ottawa

The Posh Wedding Show (February 19 from 4 to 10pm) at the Summit (Ottawa Marriott Hotel) is for modern, sophisticated brides who want to feel glamourous, stylish and unique. This one-of-a-kind show will feature the city's finest wedding professionals - from boudoir to bouquets...


As the Event Producer, Beyond Events want to thank in advance of the show, the many sponsors:

1) The Ottawa Marriott Hotel
2) Blackbird Communications
3) Cinnamon Toast New Media
4) Sephora
5) Cover Models Management
6) Beaches and Sandals Resorts
7) Karen McLintock
8) Davidson's Jewellers
9) Mia Bridal
10)NDS Photography
11) Magic 100
12) The Ottawa Sun
13) 24

Our POSH fashion show, directed by Within Essence Productions, will grace us at 6 and 8pm and comprises of fashions from:

1) Lilac Lingerie
2) Mia Bridal
3) With Love Bridal Boutique

Models are from the Cover Models Management Agency.

Hair will be done by Le Spa/The Loft.

Makeup will be done by Sephora.

Tickets for the Posh Wedding Show are available online and also at these three locations so why not try on some designer styles and then by your tickets for the show too!

Our POSH vendors that will be on hand to inspire, motivate and guide you in your wedding planning. In addition to the sponsors and fashion show boutiques, come and meet and speak to:

1) AMBPhoto Photography by Anne-Marie Bouchard
2) bel.
3) Exceptional Ceremonies
4) { First Kiss Films }
5) Five Star Entertainment
6) The Flour Shoppe
7) Full Bloom
8) It's a Matter of Cake
9) Kim Ing Photography
10) Little Cakes
11) Mediaball
12) Morris Formal Wear
13) Narsete Photography
14) Ottawa Flowers
15) Quality Entertainment
16) Renu Spa
17) Robinson Limousines
18) Shutterbug Photobooth
19) Smashbox Canada
20) Whalesbone Catering

A special thanks for the support and the great Magic 100 prize for contesting from At the Schoolhouse!

Another special thanks to Codi Jeffreys of Magic 100 FM who will be our MC for the event!

We have an excellent group of volunteers!

Swag bags, cocktails, samples, expert advice and the city lights - what else can you ask for on a Saturday night after Valentine's Day!

For those interested in contesting, there are:

1) Ottawa Sun/24 - Posh Wedding Show contest


2) Magic 100 - 9-2-5 Contest to win tickets and during the 12-1pm show for more great prizes!

3) Posh Wedding Show - if you attend the show, you have a chance to win more prizes at the end of the night!

So much happening in one night so don't miss out - tickets are limited!