Nothing better than cookies straight from an authentic Pittsburgh Cookie Table to start off this week's episode!

On the cusp of a rebrand, Kaitlyn Caramela of Steel City Florals joins me to really dig into why wedding flowers cost so much.

Even though we live in Pittsburgh, we still have weddings and events all year round, so how is this possible when we can't grow many flowers in cold weather?

Understanding the time that truly goes into cleaning glass rentals, sustainability efforts, worldwide shipping, and more will have you feeling less confused about the flower quotes you're receiving.

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To kick off this week's episode, we had a listener weigh in and response to a topic from Episode 16 - officiant's moving out of the way for the first kiss. Thank you⁠Unity by Kristine⁠ for your message and insight!

⁠DJ Jess⁠, Intuitive & Energetic Vibe Curator, joins The Cookie Table to talk about her uniqueness to thriving on client connection with witchy AF vibes. Jess read me a tarot card that spoke VERY closely to me. She also share with me how she spilled coffee on her DJ deck right as dancing was starting!

We also jump into the explosive⁠Pittsburgh DJ Summit⁠ and how her wedding pro panel got a little heated, leading us into why so many DJs have such a big ego. 

Ending this week's episode with a crazy story how a DJ called me to remove a client's negative review!! 

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Rachel Rowland joins the podcast to shine a light on being your (polished) self in this industry as a wedding veteran.

With 15 years of running her own photography business, I wanted her POV on a few industry hot topics such as shooting into light, and officiants moving out of the way for the first kiss.

I also wanted to follow up with another photographer from my last guest episode on trying to get further clarity on the expectation for vendor galleries.

And lastly, photographers deserve a party, too.

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Our last episode of 2024! Ending it with a final Baking Break to discuss how to hit the reset button during the off-season.

VENDORS: How do you plan to show up for your business during the off-season?

COUPLES: Don't lose site of planning during the winter months.

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I always find this topic so interesting because there's usually such a strong yes or no response towards it. As a mother AND a wedding vendor - let's put this one on the table.

Nearlywed, guest, or wedding vendor this question is for you - kids at weddings - yay or nay?

Thank you to all of my amazing guests this week who sent in messages or audio!

• Mara withM20 Media
• @kidseatpgh
• Mia withClicksburgh Retro Rentals &Oh So Frilly Events
• Victoria withBurgh Brides
• 2025 Joyful Events by Jade Client,Jamie

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Taking this week after the election to not talk politics, but to share a very personal life story with you that the election results inspired me to share.

I believe most people vote selfishly for one or two strong reasons. Spread love & kindness and an open ear to everyone and their reasons or personal stories. This one is mine.

TRIGGER WARNING: Miscarriage

Thank you for joining me for another Baking Break!

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Michael Willjoins The Cookie Table to discuss bridging the gap between photographers & planners and how we can work better together.

We dive into:

• Collaborative Instagram Posts
• Working together on the day-of timeline
• Toasts during dinner
• Tagging vendors on Instagram
• Sharing photo galleries

and we also discuss his specific photography style & how he doesn't want your wedding to feel like a full blown photo shoot.

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Maria V's Bridal Boutique, located in Oakmont, PA, is a Mid-Curvy bridal boutique focused on personalizing your dress shopping experience. 

Owner Maddie Vargo sits down with me to discuss all your pressing questions regarding wedding dress shopping: 

- What's the difference between a boutique & a shop? 

- How are dresses & designers chosen for your boutique? 

- Advice to those looking for their dream dress 

- The ideal time on when to begin dress shopping

- 2025/2026 dress trends

& oh yeah, it’s okay to not cry when you find “THE dress.” 

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Half Light Eventsspecializes in South Asian Weddings, and Anita is breaking into the Pittsburgh market with fresh, modern designs & innovative ideas.

Anita joins The Cookie Table to educate us all on what it's like to plan a multi-day wedding celebration and most importantly, why someone planning multiple events needs to not only charge, but deserves, sooo much more.

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The Founder & mastermind behindBurgh Brides, Victoria Deardorff, joins me on as we have a wonderful conversation surrounding the Pittsburgh Wedding scene, why vendors should spend their advertising dollars with Burgh Brides over The Knot, and she shares with us her daily challenges surrounding her medical journey. She also addresses a few concerns from her Burgh Brides Vendors.

We also discuss:

• What she looks for in vendors when vetting them for her platform.
• Her wedding hot takes from someone who sees it all.
• How the industry has changed since COVID
• What's next for Burgh Brides

and so much more.

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