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			So here’s the real scoop on the best vendors in the area. I’m not getting any kind of perks from these guys, they are simply the best of the best. If I was getting married…well, I wouldn’t go with anybody else. Food Michelle Gapp is the yummiest chef! Her cakes oooOOOohh, are they stellar! She also does entirely organic catering that will make you wish you could take her home to cook for you forever! Call 970-485-2874 or e-mail her at kalamatapit@yahoo.com South Ridge Seafood Grill 970-547-0063 The little known fact is that these guys will cater your on-site reception, just ask for the owner’s wife. They have a positively mind blowing menu and her creations will rock your world! (We go to the South Ridge every year for our anniversary dinner!) Katy who owns www.sugarbreck.com is an unbelievable artist. Her cakes taste as good as they look too! Hearthstone Catering These guys are the A-list of caterers, they run like clockwork and the grub is always delish. They’ll set up everything from an on-site pasta bar to a five star banquet on top of a mountain! Help! I need a Planner! Juli also publishes a great mag that's full of tasty resources. Emily is a fab wedding coordinator. SO professional, and so incredibly, unbelievably, unnaturally organized. I need her to help run MY world for a couple of days…Phew! Flowers Bloom Cindy’s flowers are mind-blowing. BLOOM is TOTALLY unique and artistic! I routinely give their bouquets a beating on shoots, seriously, they are bulletproof. Not only do they look exquisite, they are top quality. Those gals really listen to their clients. They create custom flowers that fit anybody’s budget. They are featured on THE KNOT (BEST OF WEDDING issue!) and STYLE ME PRETTY. Petal and Bean in Breckenridge has been there since 1994. Dina supports environmentally and socially responsible flower growers from sustainable farms. They are also members of the Society of American Florists. DJ’S and Bands Alster Entertainment Ask Bob to strum during the ceremony. He plays acoustic guitar AND then DJ's at the party. Is that multi-tasking or what?! Wulf DJ Service Kevin keeps his cool and can read any group; he'll have even your grandparents up and cuttin’ the rug! The best part is that he gives you a mega list of choices AND doesn’t ride the mike! The Six Million Dollar Band …OMG!!! These guys sell out the place whenever they play in town. www.myspace.com/6mdb So totally 80’s that you HAVE to get up and dance! Tommy Shreve plays amazing guitar. Tommy’s a Louisiana musician through and through. His specialties are; blues, jazz, country, Cajun/zydeco and Louisiana R&B. He’s done dozens of concerts with Jimmy Buffett, two appearances on NBC's Tonight Show, and decades of live music performance. (970) 468-6869 Videographer You’ll love Paul with BRECKREATION films. I mean, who ever heard of a photographer and a videographer that work together without having a spat? Paul’s style is relaxed and modern. His editing is gorgeous and fresh Officients Gretchen Abernathy (Non-denom Minister) – Omigosh, I totally dig Gretchen. She is undoubtedly the wedding emcee of choice here in Summit. Her digits are 970-453-6893 and I betcha she’ll marry you in almost any location. You can also shoot her an email at gabernathy@netzero.net. Gretchen especially loves Ski and Horseback ceremonies. If you ask her to wear her cowboy boots she’ll be psyched! Leon Joseph Littlebird Leon is a TRIP! You decided to go with a mountain wedding right? Well Leon Littlebird is the REAL DEAL. He’s a true Navajo, and his wedding ceremonies are so intense that they give you shivers. He occasionally speaks in his ancestral tongue during blessings which is both beautiful and inspiring. I’ve gotten things on film during his ceremonies that I’d swear weren’t there. Important Details Colorado Tents and Events just in case you are planning an outdoor gig. Breck Tux and Vail Tux - You tell Joey Russo that Robin said he was fantastic. He can get you any tuxes and tailor them all perfectly... tell him he's not much of a hockey player though. Alpine is fantastic! They do everything from spa services to basic hair and nails. However, they will also come to YOU in your hotel and take care of your hair and makeup on site. Transportation COLORADO MOUNTAIN EXPRESS IS Mighty helpful getting the relatives up the mountain from the airport without rental cars and Google maps. (800) 525 6363 Mountain Man Carriage Co. This is SO Breckenridge; you can ride to and from your wedding in a classic vis-à-vis carriage pulled by a pair of gorgeous Percheron draft horses. Stage Coach Luxury Limousines Weather Calculate sunset for your shoot date and then subtract one hour – FYI: the sun dips behind the mountain and the valley gets dark. Watch the parades, or the tourists… LIVE! Weather Underground - Local forecast for Breckenridge Colorado Dept. of Transportation – check the hwy before you drive Colorado Avalanche Information Center Okay, so it never hurts to be prepared, right? Robin Johnson's wedding suggestions for Breckenridge, Keystone and Vail Return to Robin Johnson's Website