The KTE Journal

Amidst the breathtaking landscape of Oregon, Oakwood Gardens served as the perfect picturesque oasis for Maud and Nick’s wedding inspired by the gardens of Monet. Surrounded by lush shrubbery, blooming flowers, and towering trees, the couple and their guests were transported into a storybook realm. Due to Oregon’s historically rainy springs we ensured that we […]

Within the realm of wedding coordinating my heart truly is in food and beverage. To me, one of the most important aspects of an event is the breaking of bread, conversations over great wine and full tummies from food that guests leave talking about. Long gone are the days of dry chicken and mashed potatoes- […]

Feeling like Valentine’s Day popped up out of nowhere this year? Don’t worry, it is not too late to make a last ditch effort date night. Think “no reservations needed.” Sometimes the simplest nights are the most fun anyways! A card and flowers go really well with these dates too.    Burger and Fries Head to […]

Every year it seems the holiday season comes and goes quicker than the last. We attend holiday parties, we’re moving and shaking to get our shopping done for friends and family, some even last minute (guilty!), and all of a sudden we have a minute to breathe and realize we completely forgot about mailing our […]

The first, of what I hope to be many, PNW storm arrived yesterday. As the snow fell, we cuddled up in our home, lit a Duraflame log (yes, we forgot to order wood!) and started experimenting with winter cocktails. My husband is kind of a cocktail buff. Well, he’s buff and he likes cocktails- does […]

This time of year always gets me so excited to host at my home. I think it is the coziness of Winter, the smell of wood burning fires and scented candles and maybe even a bit of Seasonal Affect Disorder urging us to be social. Whether it be a small gathering of friends for New […]

In time for those spring weddings quickly approaching,  today we are pulling inspiration from Mint & Mirth‘s beautifully curated blog, Elegant Berry Gimlet for an Oregon Spring Wedding! What a better way to start of the weekend, than giving this cocktail a try.    Lady May Gimlet:  2 oz Aria Portland Dry Gin or other dry gin […]

You may be swearing off sweets for the new year, but don’t forget about your wedding dessert which will taste that much better after your new years cleanse!  Wedding desserts have come a long way from the traditional past of a single cake. When it comes to dessert couples are getting creative: doughnuts, s’mores, ice […]