Choosing a Church was not actually very hard for me. I have one thing in my mind whenever I think about getting married or choosing a church for a wedding. When I first stepped into Sta. Maria dela Strada Parish along with my aunt few years ago, I already fell in love with how solemn and beautiful the church is. It has a short aisle (which I always wanted because I wanna be married in a small church), an oval set up inside which I find unique because the usual shape of the altar and seats inside are the typical classroom type and here, well, its kinda like the same.. BUT in an oval orientation :D hehe! It has also a beautiful outdoor garden and it's located in Quezon City! It was all I ever dreamed of when it comes an intimate church wedding :D So we went to Della Strada one Sunday morning because I had an interview along Katipunan Avenue so I asked Badjo to meet me up and then go to Della Strada, inquire and attend mass. We went to the Parish office to inquire, they said that they don't accept 2015 Weddings yet, but we can go back around June (it was April when we went there). We asked about how much would it cost for the whole wedding ceremony and the requirements as well. It will cost us P10,000 pesos for the ceremony, including the Priest, Musicians/Instruments, and Red Carpet. Here are the sample pictures we took:
Okay, so it's been quite a while since I updated this online journal. I/We, have been very busy with work and of course preparing for our big day. We went to several Bridal Fairs and I can say that Bridal Fairs offer pretty cheap deals when it comes to suppliers :D Anyway, to start updating this, let me begin with the venue:
So first, i chose to check on Hotels --why? I thought it can be pretty cheap because it got everything you need. From the wedding proper preparation and up to the reception you will be in one place. So what I did was, I sent emails to Cocoon Boutique and Luxent hotel. Both Around QCs because the church will be in QC as well. And below are their rates guaranteed for 150-170pax): Cocoon Boutique: FUNCTION/MEALS: Guaranteed Minimum Number of Persons: 150-170 Venue: High Ceilinged Ballroom (Hall A and B) Meal and Rate: Kindly see attached file for Menu Choices Said rate is inclusive of government tax. No service charge. INCLUSIONS - Free venue rental - Surcharge will apply if number of guests falls below minimum - Elegant table and chairs set-up with porcelain plates, 6 to 8-pc fine cutlery & stemware - Floral centerpiece for each guest table and buffet table - Menu cards (for sit-down) or buffet label - Basic sound system - 2 units of stage - White Screens for projections - Bridal Car - Room Accommodation for 2 person in a Deluxe Room with breakfast - 3-layer Fondant Cake - Wedding Prep Charge waived - One round of Iced Tea - Bottle of Sparkling wine for toasting - Guestbook with pen BUFFET SERVICE
International Menu 1 P102,400.00 for the first 80 guests, P980 per person in excess of 80
International Menu 2 P118,400.00 for the first 80 guests, P1180 per person in excess of 80
International Menu 3 P134,400.00 for the first 80 guests, P1380 per person in excess of 80
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