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In my previous newsletter I discussed plastic disposable/recyclable stemless wine and champagne flutes. Recently, the news has been abuzz with the announcement that Marriott Hotels is phasing out plastic straws and stir sticks, following the lead of Hyatt and other hotels (USA Today). Starbucks is also moving to eliminate straws from their products, too. (NPR) […]
One of my catering frustrations has been the inability to find suitable stemless glasses- especially flutes. Add to that the need for plastic for outdoor, picnic or poolside events, and the frustration grows more intense. We are all familiar with the heavy walled clear plastic (acrylic or Lucite) wine glasses of the past that if […]
Food trucks are all the rage today! There are food trucks for every occasion and cuisine: sweet or savory like pizza or popsicles! Food trucks are tons of fun and add an element of surprise and spontaneity- reminding us of our youth! Who doesn’t love to hear the music from the “Mister Softee” Ice cream […]
Passover and Easter are the same weekend this year! Do you ever wonder why the dates of Easter and Passover move around? This year I have heard some people complain that it is pretty early in the Spring season which may make some celebrations challenging if snow is still on the ground! And let’s not […]
At Events by Marylee, we LOVE our Clients and our talented team of hospitality professionals. What better way to show your LOVE in February or any time of the year than with an intimate dining experience for your closest friends or that special someone in your life. May we recommend a Cooking Class of Classic […]
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Marylee Santoro, founder and owner of Events by Marylee, has been creating seamless events since 2007, and officially launched Events by Marylee in 2014 after years of planning on the side while working her full-time career. For more than 35 years, she's worked as an environmental analyst and educator, doing work that requires the same obsessive attention to detail and procedure-driven precision she brings to every wedding, gala, and celebration. What started with planning themed formals in college has grown into a full-service planning and staffing company with a team of 95+ certified professionals, built on a simple philosophy: it's not just about the event, it's about the people celebrating it.
“The absolute best team I’ve ever had at a party. Truly awesome.
- Roslyn
“Party was great. The staff was amazing - don't know how they took over our kitchen and figured everything out.
Thank you Mary Lee for the guidance, and I loved the blue and white striped straws - made the party vibe. Looking forward to the next one!”
- Barbara
“Thank you for a wonderful party last night. The food was absolutely delicious and all the little details were taken care of so (my wife) and I were able to enjoy ourselves.“
- Larry
