Hollywood 411 and Hostess with the Mostess at The Ebell

Recently, as we all prepared for the wedding of Prince William and Catherine Middleton, The Ebell of Los Angeles became the setting of a party design inspired by the royal nuptials. “Hostess With the Mostess” Jennifer Sbranti was inspired by the blue of the sapphire engagement ring and the gold of royality, and designed a [...]

Music & Dance “JAM”

April is Jazz Appreciation Month.  Since today also happens to be my wedding anniversary and I meet my hubby on the swing dance floor, I thought I’d revisit a post from last JAM. I asked my friends Tami and Erin Stevens from Pasadena Ballroom Dance Association their thoughts on jazz and swing and how it [...]

Tabletop Inspiration: Antique Lavender

Recently, The Ebell of Los Angeles Special Events Department launched “A Taste of The Ebell,” a showcase offering clients the opportunity to sample delicious menu elements and unique event enhancements for their special day.   One of those unexpected event enhancements being showcased was custom designed table top decor.  Not only did it allow each party [...]

Table Top Inspiration: Guns & Roses

Recently, The Ebell of Los Angeles Special Events Department launched “A Taste of The Ebell,” a showcase offering clients the opportunity to sample delicious menu elements and unique event enhancements for their special day.   One of those unexpected event enhancements being showcased was custom designed table top decor.  Not only did it allow each party [...]

Tabletop Inspiration: Twist of Lime

Recently, The Ebell of Los Angeles Special Events Department launched “A Taste of The Ebell,” a showcase offering clients the opportunity to sample delicious menu elements and unique event enhancements for their special day.   One of those unexpected event enhancements being showcased was custom designed table top decor.  Not only did it allow each party [...]

Tabletop Inspiration: Spring Sorbet

Recently, The Ebell of Los Angeles Special Events Department launched “A Taste of The Ebell,” a showcase offering clients the opportunity to sample delicious menu elements and unique event enhancements for their special day.   One of those unexpected event enhancements being showcased was custom designed table top decor.  Not only did it allow each party [...]

Tabletop Inspiration: Champagne Lace

Recently, the The Ebell of Los Angeles Special Events Department launched “A Taste of The Ebell,” a showcase offering clients the opportunity to sample delicious menu elements and unique event enhancements for their special day.   One of those unexpected event enhancements being showcased was custom designed table top decor.  Not only did it allow each [...]

CSA Brings Fresh Organic Fruits & Veggies via The Ebell!

Ebell Member Patty Lombard (Vice President of Membership at The Ebell of Los Angeles) has heralded collaboration with Community Supported Agriculture in bringing locally grown produce to The Ebell every Wednesday afternoon from 4-5:30pm. For $25 a week (or every other week, depending on your preference) you can join the co-op supporting locally grown produce [...]

Guest Blog: 10 wines under $10

(The following entry is re-posted with permission from www.MelissaKayAllen.com) I recently attended (and tweeted and blogged about) The Party Goddess UNCENSORED Conference and in addition to all the educational and inspirational content of the three-day affair, I had the pleasure of meeting many truly unique and gifted event industry professionals.  One of them was Clarisse [...]

1930s Vintage Fashion: Style Guide for Blissful Wishes

“I’m puttin’ on my top hat.., Tyin’ up my white tie…, Brushin’ off my tails….” — Fred Astaire The Golden Age of Hollywood.  The birth of Big Band Swing. Garbo.  Harlow.   Dietrich.   Gable.   Grant.  Fred & Ginger.   The 1930s started with a crash (as in ‘stock market’) and ended with a bang (WWII), and in [...]