40 min
#404 Vendor Meals: What You Need To Know The Big Wedding Planning Podcast
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- Relazioni interpersonali
Feeding your wedding vendors isn't just courtesy—it's a must, especially for those who dedicate hours to make your day special. In this episode, I chat with my dear friend and seasoned wedding pro, Duncan Reyes. Dive into our lively discussion on the ins and outs of vendor meals, filled with insights, laughter, and Duncan's unmatched charm. Don't miss out!
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Topics We Covered
Understanding the necessity of providing vendor meals
Clarification on which vendors require meals
Insights into the cost of vendor meals
Optimal timing for serving vendor meals during the event
Whether vendors should receive the same meal as guests
Options for sourcing vendor meals: caterer vs. external options
Timing for finalizing vendor meal counts alongside guest counts
Inquiring about food allergies among vendor staff
About The Guest
Duncan Reyes began his illustrious career as a Corporate Event Planner before moving into luxury hotel management and event planning with roles at The Portman Hotel, The Pan Pacific Hotel San Francisco, The Fairmont Hotel in both San Francisco & Chicago, The Julia Morgan Ballroom, and The Westin St. Francis Hotel San Francisco. With over 30 years of experience in wedding, corporate, and social event planning, Duncan's passion and exceptional skills led him to found F. Duncan Reyes Events By Design, making him a premiere figure in the event industry. Honored by the San Francisco Business Times in 2009 and a recipient of multiple WeddingWire Bride’s Choice Awards, Duncan is celebrated for his ability to create sophisticated, unique events that reflect his clients' styles, drawing on a vast network of resources to turn dreams into lasting memories.
Links We Referenced
Duncan on Instagram
Duncan’s Website
The Big Wedding Planning Podcast is...
Hosted and produced by Michelle Martinez
Music by Steph Altman of Mophonics
On Instagram @thebigweddingplanningpodcast and be sure to use #planthatwedding when posting, so you can get our attention!
Easy to get in touch with. Email us at hello@thebigweddingplanningpodcast.com or Call and leave a message at 415-723-1625 and you might hear your voice on an episode
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Feeding your wedding vendors isn't just courtesy—it's a must, especially for those who dedicate hours to make your day special. In this episode, I chat with my dear friend and seasoned wedding pro, Duncan Reyes. Dive into our lively discussion on the ins and outs of vendor meals, filled with insights, laughter, and Duncan's unmatched charm. Don't miss out!
Click HERE to become a premium subscriber and unlock all of the amazingness:
Ad-free, full length episodes
The TBWPP Wedding Planning Resource Center with
Access to 6 mini courses of The Big Wedding Planning Master Class
Wedding Planning Templates and Tools
Topics We Covered
Understanding the necessity of providing vendor meals
Clarification on which vendors require meals
Insights into the cost of vendor meals
Optimal timing for serving vendor meals during the event
Whether vendors should receive the same meal as guests
Options for sourcing vendor meals: caterer vs. external options
Timing for finalizing vendor meal counts alongside guest counts
Inquiring about food allergies among vendor staff
About The Guest
Duncan Reyes began his illustrious career as a Corporate Event Planner before moving into luxury hotel management and event planning with roles at The Portman Hotel, The Pan Pacific Hotel San Francisco, The Fairmont Hotel in both San Francisco & Chicago, The Julia Morgan Ballroom, and The Westin St. Francis Hotel San Francisco. With over 30 years of experience in wedding, corporate, and social event planning, Duncan's passion and exceptional skills led him to found F. Duncan Reyes Events By Design, making him a premiere figure in the event industry. Honored by the San Francisco Business Times in 2009 and a recipient of multiple WeddingWire Bride’s Choice Awards, Duncan is celebrated for his ability to create sophisticated, unique events that reflect his clients' styles, drawing on a vast network of resources to turn dreams into lasting memories.
Links We Referenced
Duncan on Instagram
Duncan’s Website
The Big Wedding Planning Podcast is...
Hosted and produced by Michelle Martinez
Music by Steph Altman of Mophonics
On Instagram @thebigweddingplanningpodcast and be sure to use #planthatwedding when posting, so you can get our attention!
Easy to get in touch with. Email us at hello@thebigweddingplanningpodcast.com or Call and leave a message at 415-723-1625 and you might hear your voice on an episode
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
40 min