Party with a Purpose!

As the holidays are upon us, I thought it would be the ideal time to share with you a recent article printed for our Mandarin Oriental Fan Letter. Following are my “Top Ten” suggestions on how to keep your parties distinctive and memorable!

1. Party with a purpose
… Identify the reason for your celebration and designate its purpose and there.

2. Establish the time frame
Whether your preference is for a formal dinner, relaxed reception style with lounge, or luncheon, designate the time of day most suited to the tone of the party and your guests.

3. Identify your guest profile and guest count
By knowing your guests and estimated guest count, it dictates where, when, and how your proceed with the party.

4. Location, location, location
We are so fortunate here at MOMIA, as we have a multitude of venues from casual beach settings, to elegant poolside venues, luscious lawns and beautiful ballrooms!

5. Budget
It’s not a dirty word … everyone’s gotta have one!

6. Menu
I’m the Director of Social Catering … so I’m entitled to be a little biased in saying that NOTHING is more important than your food selection.

7. Unless it is the Beverage selection

8. Music
Music makes the party and gets guests moving. Decide on your entertainment (whether band, DJ, or musical performances) and let the professionals give you guidance as to what works best.

9. Find a way to make your party distinctive
Whether through party favors, décor, food or specialty drinks, your guests should know that YOU planned the party.

10. Allow yourself to HAVE FUN!

Through the inception and the event itself … everyone is looking to you to set the tone. If you are not relaxed and having fun, neither will they!

MOST important tip: give me a call … I will ensure that your needs for all the above, and more are exceeded!

All eyes look to Mandarin Oriental...

...to lead rather than follow and innovate rather than imitate.  Now just imagine what that means to the bridal industry… and keep your eyes on us to take you there.

It's All About the Kids!

This past Saturday, Mandarin Oriental, Miami was fortunate to be a part of the third annual It's All About the Kids event benefiting St. Jude Children's Research Hospital. The evening was a complete success and guests had the opportunity to mingle with celebrities, enjoy an exquisite one of a kind “Cirque du Soleil” inspired menu, and bid on amazing silent auction items. Live music from The Bergman Pazs Band had guests dancing the night away while talented television and radio personalities Pamela Silva Conde and Alberto Sardiñas hosted this remarkable event.


A very special thanks goes out to Paola Cassana, Event Specialist for ALSAC/St. Jude Children’s Hospital, and Lourdes-Soler Milian of Lourdes Milian Productions, for putting together such an incredible and memorable event!

For all of you who came out to support the event, individually and collectively, thank you! For more information on joining Friends of St. Jude – Miami, please find their link attached!