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  Here at The Cook and the Drummer, we consider ourselves to be artists. With serving plated meals at a wedding, you have the option to show your creative side, which is why we prefer plated meals over family-style serving for wedding and formal events.     Garnishing is an art. A simple addition of […]

Imagine a lush countryside of vistas, terraces-ballrooms with views of golden light splayed over the Russian River Valley. There is no better place on earth to get married than Sonoma County. With over 250 wineries, Sonoma County is the premiere place to host a wedding. The rich soil produces the highest rated wines in the […]

Garnishing is an art. A simple addition of a sprig of thyme to a savory dish or a gentle sprinkling of chocolate on top of a cake can make all of the difference. It adds a touch of magic. Food is an art. A great enjoyment comes from visual presentation of the meal.It adds elegance […]

Having the right music for your event means everything. It sets the tone, the mood, and creates a psychologically charged atmosphere. Music can make or break a wedding reception, and too rowdy of a genre can disrupt a productive business event. Different musical styles create different moods. For business parties, go with a jazz band.Jazz […]

Today is the day- all of your friends and family have come in from out-of-town. Now what do you do? Is the seating a free-for-all every-man-for-himself game or a sequential, organized wedding seating chart? To minimize chaos at your wedding, go with a seating chart. Choosing a seating chart for a wedding does a magical […]

When it comes to choosing between a wedding cake vs. a dessert bar, the choice is simple-both! Tradition is important. In 2017, more people are mixing tradition with their own personal spin by adding a dessert bar to their wedding. Having a wedding cake and a dessert bar adds flare. Dessert bars are elegant and […]