Hi tchuck. I work in this area--my company does bridal hair and makeup, and I wanted you to know that you can't go wrong with Townsend Catering. I've tasted their food at about 10 weddings, including my own. They will take care of tents, rain reservations for tents, chairs, linens--you name it, Donna and Sherri do it. Also, someone mentioned It's a Shore Thing. Another outstanding vendor in our area. Don't underestimate your need for a planner. I did, until the *day* before my wedding, and when I saw the relief on my mother's face when I told her Jennifer and Cheryl were coming...I guess I didn't realize how much I had put on her plate. You'll definately be happy. All you have to do is communicate what your vision is, and that you'd like to make choices that are "aware" of the cost, then your vendors will know where to steer you. And sometimes, there are aspects about your wedding that matter more than others, and that's an area where you can save.
If you want some other quality recommendations...my website,
www.twofishesartistry.com, has a My Favorites Tab. I have worked with all of those vendors, and I would recommend them to my best friend. (That's my criteria for listing them! No paid advertising.)
Best wishes to you!!
Oh PS...If you aren't taking a Honeymoon right after the wedding, think about a mid-week (Thursday-Friday) wedding as an excuse for your guests to take a long weekend at the beach with you! I found that the time I spent visiting with different friends over the course of the weekend was the best QT ever!
