After a three-year hiatus, Marriott’s signature event “Marry Me at Marriott” is back on its eight edition, aptly titled, ‘Infinite Moments’. Aside from it signifying the number “8” and the infinity as the symbol of forever, Marry Me at Marriott envisions to be the clear reminder that every life’s milestone is a mark of a beginning to endless moments worth celebrating.
Presented by the award-winning travel program Marriott Bonvoy, this year’s Marry Me at Marriott features 8 celebrated designers in the names of Albert Andrada, Andrea Tetangco, Debbie Co, Happy Andrada, Jazel Sy, Joe San Antonio, Julianne Syjuco, and Randy Ortiz showcasing their artistry in their 8 astounding designs.
Milestone Event Themes
The event is also the first time six prominent event stylists collaborated together in making the country’s most sought-after bridal and fashion gathering of the year. Aside from coloring the runway very peri, the color of the year, Flower House by Gary Dacanay Weddings and Events, Amantefleurs Event Styling by Julius Villamante, Blooms 2110 Event Styling by Allen and JP, Sabrosas Events and Talent Management by Elizabeth Palomares and Henry Reyes, Amelia Blossoms by Marinell Marcelo, and Jacqs Florals by Jacqueline Wong showcased their artistry and prowess in their own milestone booths.
From birthdays to weddings, each event stylist made sure that their creativity shone on that grand night with their excellently dressed up booths fit for every life’s breakthrough.
Culinary Extravaganza
Head of Marriott Hotel Manila’s culinary arts team, “The Big Chef”, Meik Brammer and his team once again showcased its gastronomic expertise with dishes fit for all occasions. For couples who are into anniversary parties and gatherings, Chef Meik’s Vol au vent of Pacific Salmon, Spinach and Roquefort, Roasted Beetroot, Turkish Feta cheese and Candied walnuts, Shrimp Al Aljillo on Spanish Toast with Extra Virgin Olive oil and Garlic with Pepper Relish. Highlight of the food showcase is the Lechon de Leche.
Coming of age definitely deserves to be celebrated with sumptuous food like Louisianna Baked Lobster in Filo wrap and different sweets to wrap up the milestone, and the wide array of pasta choices fit for everyone’s liking.
Chinese cuisine was also a best bit with the Ting Hun dishes like Vegetable Dumplings with Black Truffle and Wok Fry Tiger Prawns Station. To cap off are desserts like Lychee Cremeux and Mandarin Orange Fruit.
Not to forget were the wedding food choices. Start of the ensemble is the US Angus Striploin Coated in Herb Crust with Mustard, Creamy horseradish, Pink Peppercorn, Sweet Corn hash, and Goose Liver Croquette.
Display of six towering intricately designed themed cakes added to the grandiosity of the pre-event celebration venue, serving as eye catching centerpieces, thus crafting that well simulated experience of different milestone moments.
Marriott Moments for a cause
In partnership with Marriott Hotel Manila’s sister hotels Sheraton Manila Hotel, Clark Marriott Hotel, and Sheraton Manila Bay and in cooperation with Courtyard by Marriott Iloilo, Marry Me at Marriott is going beyond the glitz and glamor as they make every moment count with the upcoming “Marriott Moments A Fair” happening on July 23 and 24 at the brand new MGBX of the Marriott Grand Ballroom. A special upgrade on package is in store for those who will have confirmed bookings for all kinds of events made from June 25 to July 24. A portion of the proceeds will also go to the Save the Children Foundation.
Partners and more
Showing its appreciation to all the reputable partners who joined this year’s Marry Me, Marriott Philippines will launch its Marriott Moments Partners Compendium, a reliable reference of all reputable wedding and events suppliers in the country which became an integral part of the event. This compendium will become part of Marriott Philippines’ wedding website which will be released soon, where all the exclusive features and packages for all life’s milestones can be found.
Successful series
Archie Nicasio, Cluster Director of Marketing Communications, shares that the Marry Me at Marriott’s seven years have already yielded so many happy brides and grooms. “We are happy with the continued success of our annual wedding event and with it comes our promise to make every Marry Me at Marriott even more exciting each time, with more innovations to offer fresh ideas on how our guests can celebrate their milestone events with us.”
The support of the following partners made the staging of the 8th Edition of the Marry Me at Marriott even more successful and momentous: SAGA Ph, Pix and Reel Republik, Jesi Mendez Salon, Bernie Pasamba and The Music Masters, Stage Riggers, 10-inch Lights and Sounds, Confetti Effects, Inc., Precision Digital Broadcast Solutions Inc., Mercator Artist and Model Management, Shoepatos, Twin Princess Gems, Emperador Distillers, Jewelmer, Bobbi Brown, Armoury PH, Don Revy, Pili Ani, Estee Lauder, Club Marriott, Jo Malone London, and Resorts World Manila.
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