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5 Things Guests Love at Weddings

You’ve been dreaming of your big day for years, and it’s finally going to happen. With a few key ingredients, you can make the day...

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Tipsy Tuesday: Not your Average Day

Here's a great tip to save money for your upcoming event: Avoid the 26 hot wedding Saturdays; May through October, when everything costs...

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Winter Gathering Recipes From Pure Joy Catering

At Pure Joy, we take the holidays off. I know, it’s crazy for a caterer, right?! but we very work hard all year making dreams come true...

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Ahhhh Omakase

The word omakase is "to entrust" in Japanese, or, "I'll leave it up to you", much like any chef's tasting; where the chef serves you and...

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Sara & Galen's Thank You Thursday

Stunning photo at the Santa Barbara Historical by Heirlume Photography

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Meet the Joy Maker: Dane Angus

In Loving Memory: September 14, 1992 - February 24, 2024 Name: Dane M. Angus Title: Production & Design How long have you been with PJC?...

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Wild Berries

Everyone loves foraging don't they? What's to not like?! A great walk or hike with benefits, I love eating my way through my exercise lol....

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Scratch Made Peach Pie

What is it about a peach pie? Man, they just send me....as in last-meal-menu-item sent. My grandparents had an orchard and the peaches...

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Kelly & Bill's Thank You Thursday

"Ellen and her team are absolutely terrific. They took care of every detail, helped manage the entirety of the wedding, cocktails and...

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Wedding Bliss & Vivacious Blooms

Vivacious blooms bubbled over the second story terrace and set the cheerful tone for Kelly & Bill's backyard wedding. Bright pops of...

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Farm to Table with the ICAEF

This summer I had a wonderful trip with the International Caterers Association Educational Foundation; the ICAEF, to Portland, Oregon &...

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Make a Splash & Join the Party

Let's face it. We love parties! So we have teamed up with the Channel Islands Marine & Wildlife Institute to help them make a splash!...

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Hoggin' the Hog Island Oysters on "shuck your own day" is a cool locals tip

Point Reyes National Seashore area is a culinary mecca. It is a National Wilderness Preserve, a protected farming treasure chest and the...

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Perfect Penne Pasta Summer Recipe

Summer is officially upon us! We would like to celebrate the season by sharing a yummy pure joy recipe with you: Penne with Asparagus &...

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Elevating Corporate Events with Releve

Corporate events are taken to another level when we get to work with Releve Unlimited; Santa Barbara's ultimate destination management...

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Thank You Thursday: Gorgonzola Pistachio Torte

"Everything was absolutely perfect, the food was outstanding, all of our guests said it was the best they had ever had at a wedding, from...

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Venue Spotlight: Presqu'ile Winery

Presqu'ile is a multi-tiered winery with a gorgeous tasting room that offers expansive floor to ceiling glass walls that open up...

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The Art of the Parisian Butcher's Customer Service

You know the feeling when you come across unexpected and remarkable customer service? You are surprised and delighted. Almost euphoric....

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Elegant Wedding Gets Down & Chows Down Comforting Food

This wedding was held at one of the most elegant ranch estates in the world. Unparalleled grandeur greets you from the moment you enter...

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Food Shopping at Le Marche Bastille in Paris

Paris has always been credited with excellent cuisine and fabulous gourmet food creations. But until you experience it yourself, you...

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