• 2008-08-25T12:26:00Z Victoria with Roses

    Dessert: For an outdoor wedding, instead of (or in addition to) passed desserts, have waiters pass out watermelon on silver trays. Who doesn't love watermelon?...

  • 2010-03-26T09:20:12Z Elizabeth Anne Designs

    I’m so excited for the sunshine and the impending warmth (hopefully – I do live in Chicago, after all) of spring – baseball season is coming, picnics will begin, and summer means yummy watermelon! {John Pailurizar and Wendell T. Webber via Santa Barbara Wedding Chic} {watermelon gazpacho, photo by Jennifer Skog} {pink and purple Izze sparkling drink display, photo by Punam Bean; citrus aqua fresca drink display from Matt Bites via Ruby Press and Little White Book} {rose, butter, and melon color palette from Flights of Fancy} {Yan Photo} {bride in watermelon pink shoes – from Sana...

  • 2011-05-05T13:49:38Z Once Wed

    Lest we forget–our inspiration this week is edible! Don’t forget to serve some yummy watermelon something to your guests! Here are some ideas I found: 1. Fresh Watermelon-Lime Juice Recipe, image by Jose Villa 2. Melon Prosciutto Salad and more 3. Jose Villa 4. Ice Cream with Rhubarb Compote Recipe; image by David Prince 5. Petrina Tinslay for Marie Claire 6. Seared Scallops with Pickled Watermelon Radish. And perhaps coolest of all…. …these Lava Flow drinks. I kinda can’t stand how awesome they look! ...

  • 2010-05-20T22:07:47Z Polka Dot Bride - The Australian Wedding Blog

    A delicious mid pink with a hint of orange perfect for summer or autumn weddings. Combine with black, magnolia and touches of pale blue or green - With pale Tiffany blue and latte - With pale sky blue and sand - With olive green and off white - With spring green and off white - With pearl grey and magnolia and accents of deeper watermelon pink - With soft yellow, cream and touches of spring green - With champagne and soft aqua - With whites of different hues – off white, magnolia, bright white, cream - With magnolia and a soft slate blue - A jumble of pinks – watermelon, hot pink, purp...

  • 2007-09-20T06:30:28Z Tickled Pink Brides

    Yes, I know summer is almost over, but since there are still a few watermelons in stores, I figure it's  not too late to share this easy to make watermelon drink: Cut a small, seedless watermelon into chunks.  Toss in blender. Squeeze 4 limes into blender. Add 2 tsp. sugar (or more if you'd like a really sweet drink). Puree until smooth.  Pour into a pitcher and chill.  Voila!  How easy was that?...

  • 2010-07-30T13:37:49Z Wedding Ideas & Wedding Planning Tips from Wedding Professionals

    There’s nothing that says summer more than a chilled slice of watermelon on a hot summer day…but did you know that watermelon is making it’s way into many elegant wedding menus this year in a variety of savory and sweet presentations?  From specialty cocktails, to appetizers and greek salads, even some amazing chilled soups, this season’s watermelon is so much more than a slice on a fruit display! Shooters or Soup Course In the realm of shooters, many cold soups abound with watermelon infusion to entertain your pallate.   Zambistro Catering of New York offers a refreshing lemo...

  • 2011-05-04T07:48:46Z Once Wed

    Here’s an idea for a juicy summer wedding! More to come over the next few days… 1. Late Afternoon in Zara 2. Michael Eastman 3. Tina Steele Lindsey 4. David Prince 5. & 6. Anna Williams 7. unknown ...

  • 2011-08-08T07:10:30Z WedLoft

    Photo credit: Blue Cheese Nation It seems funny to plan your entire wedding using a fruit as the inspiration. However, since the watermelon is a colorful and cute fruit, I can understand it. Summer is the perfect time or a watermelon themed wedding. To start, think about the colors. Pink and green easily work for a watermelon theme.  Flowers and bridesmaids dresses can easily be found in these colors. To add more watermelon accents to your wedding, go beyond colors and decoration! Serve watermelon slices, watermelon fruit salads … even a watermelon inspired cocktails to set the mood! Photo...

  • 2011-08-24T06:26:03Z Santa Barbara Wedding Style

    Pure Joy Catering’s Watermelon Cocktail There is nothing that screams summer more than the watermelon- it’s a luscious thirst-quencher on a hot sizzling day! Serve this crowd-pleasing cocktail at your next party! – Simple Ingredients – Powerful Flavor By keeping the ingredients to a minimum allows the flavors to penetrate. Recipe Seedless Watermelon Sea Salt Fresh Basil Vodka (optional) Scoop out the watermelon and place in blender. Add 15 basil leaves and a pinch of sea salt. Add vodka- you decide the amount. Puree. Serve over ice. Garnish with basil. Another great idea for a bl...

  • 2010-08-17T23:00:02Z Santa Barbara Wedding Style

    Fabulous Summertime Fare from Pure Joy Catering Watermelon is truly a gift of Summer.  Who doesn’t have fond childhood memories of seaside picnics, bountiful platters of watermelon wedges? There is something so pleasurable about joyfully devouring it’s icy cold flesh, as the sweet juices coat your cheeks and drip down your chin.   Summer just wouldn’t be the same without it. Pure Joy Catering offers you a slightly more sophisticated way to incorporate this seasonal treat into your Santa Barbara Wedding menu. Their delectable Watermelon Salad was recently featured in the Santa Barbara N...