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Abigail Kirsch

Abigail Kirsch at the NY Botanical Garden
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Real Weddings: NY Botanical Garden | Lighthouse | A Proposal in Italy
2900 Southern Blvd. (at 200th St.), Bronx, NY 10458
Tel: 718.220.0300
www.abigailkirsch.com
The New York Botanical Gardens has been a world-famous destination since 1891. The classically elegant Garden Terrace Room, with its handpainted murals, provides a charming ambaince amidst the lush garden greenery. Abigail Kirsch also features other exclusive sites, such as Tappan Hill Mansion in Tarrytown, the Lighhouse at Chelsea Piers, and the luxury yacht Abigail K. All settings are distinguished by the award-winning food and service of Abigail Kirsch.


Birchwood Manor Birchwood Manor
111 North Jefferson Road, Whippany, NJ 07981
Tel: 973.887.1414

www.birchwoodmanor.com
Birchwood Manor is a gracious Georgian mansion secluded on 20 beautifully landscaped acres and the ideal setting for your picture-perfect wedding. Over 50 years of wedding experience, specializing in deluxe cocktail hours, customized dinners, and attentive service have earned us a highly respected reputation for outstanding weddings.

Branches Catering Branches Catering
Featured Real Wedding: College Sweethearts
123 Monmouth Road, West Long Branch, NJ 07764
Tel: 732.542.5050
Contact: John Lombardo, johnlombardo@branchescatering.com

www.branchescatering.com
Congratulations on your engagement! In planning your perfect day, one of the most important decisions you will make is choosing your reception site. If you can imagine it, we can do it, including coordination of a beachfront ceremony or catering to an off-site venue. From the moment you step through the majestic wrought iron gates onto our beautiful grounds and the spectacular waterfall gardens, you will sense that Branches is synonymous with perfection.

Bretton Woods The Mansion at Bretton Woods
Featured Real Wedding: Grad School Sweethearts
Featured Interview
361 Speedwell Avenue, Morris Plains, NJ 07950
Tel: 973.538.9000, Fax: 973.538.7277
email: brettonwoods@erols.com

www.brettonwoods.net
Bretton Woods is a colonial style mansion on three acres of land with gardens, gazebo, greenhouse, carriage house, and working fireplaces; ceremonies and weddings are celebrated one at a time.

Brooklake Country Club Brooklake Country Club
Featured Real Weddings: Country Music Lovers | Holiday Romance
139 Brooklake Road
, Florham Park, NJ 07932
Tel: 973.377.2235
www.brooklakeevents.com
A private country club, now available for your special day, Brooklake offers breathtaking views, a dazzling ballroom, an oversized dance floor, outdoor patio and gazebo, plus the finest cuisine and service.

The Brownstone The Brownstone
Featured Real Wedding: Family Ties
351 West Broadway, Paterson, NJ 07522
Tel: 973.595.8582
Contact: Albert Manzo,
Albert@thebrownstone.com
www.thebrownstone.com
If you're looking to celebrate in elegance and style, The Brownstone can make your dreams come true. Gorgeous surroundings, breathtaking rooms, and exquisite cuisine are all right here at The Brownstone.

The Castle at Skylands Manor The Castle at Skylands Manor
Featured Real Wedding: Romance in Retail | "Neighbors"
Located at the New Jersey Botanical Gardens
Tel: 973.962.9370
email: info@frungillo.com
www.frungillo.com
The Skylands Castle, where gourmet cuisine, warm hospitality, and one thousand acres of the New Jersey Botanical Gardens are all yours.

Columbia University Faculty House

Columbia University Faculty House
64 Morningside Drive (at 116th Street), New York, NY 10027
Tel: 212.854.1200

Contact: Nadia Donato, fachouse@columbia.edu
www.facultyhouse.com
Celebrate a unique marriage of city sophistication and Ivy League cachet at our premier Upper Manhattan venue. A beautifully updated 1920's landmark, Faculty House features elegant banquet rooms and a terrace with skyline views. Our acclaimed culinary team creates globally-inspired cuisine from fresh, organic ingredients.


Crossed Keys Inn

Crossed Keys Inn
289 Pequest Road, Andover, NJ 07821
Tel: 973.829.9922, by appointment
email: askus@crossedkeys.com
www.crossedkeys.com

Built in 1790, Crossed Keys is a magnificent 13 acre estate, a magical place where family and friends can celebrate to the sounds of songbirds and stroll lazily in the cool shade of tree-lined paths. Just 75 minutes from Manhattan, Crossed Keys offers catering by Celsos, one of New Jersey's premier caterers.

Crystal Plaza

The Crystal Plaza
Featured Interview
Featured Real Weddings: Romance Online

305 West Northfield Road, Livingston, NJ 07039
Tel: 973.992.8100

www.crystalplaza.com
The Crystal Plaza is a magnificent turn-of-the-century mansion designed by one of the nation's most renowned architects, Sanford White. The Janoff family, its owners and operators for three generations, has upheld the spirit of White's design in restoring the mansion's original grace and splendor. Hosting one affair at a time amongst enchanting gardens and beneath sparkling chandeliers, there is simply no setting more romantic.


Dellwood Country Club

Dellwood Country Club
60 Zukor Road, New City, NY 10956
Tel: 845.634.4626
Contact: Glenn Wollman, GWollman@DellwoodCC.com
www.DellwoodCC.com

The event of a lifetime deserves the venue of a lifetime. Dellwood's grounds provide a variety of stunning settings including a majestic, panoramic golf course with views of the Ramapo Mountains in the background. These views enhance the charm and romance of the grand ballroom, terrace, guest cottage, and formal fountain garden.

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Reception Sites with Garden Settings: A-D | E-L | M-P | R-Z


The English Manor The English Manor
Featured Real Wedding: High School Sweethearts
One English Lane, Ocean, NJ 07712
Tel: 732.776.8558, Fax: 732.776.8565
Contact one of our wedding event specialists, by phone or email: info@theenglishmanor.com
www.theenglishmanor.com
An elegant estate where you can celebrate the most important day of your life surrounded by friends and family, The English Manor services one wedding at a time. Enjoy the ambiance of our enchanting ballroom, superb cuisine, outstanding service, and secluded gardens with panoramic views.

The Estate at Florentine Gardens The Estate at Florentine Gardens
Featured Real Wedding: College Romance
97 Rivervale Road, River Vale, NJ 07675
Tel: 201.666.0444, Fax: 201.666.3032
Contact: Nicole Gisonde, ngisonde@florentinegardens.com
www.florentinegardens.com
Spend your special day in our spectacular ballroom and manicured gardens at the Estate. We host one elegant wedding at a time, providing you exclusivity to the entire facility. Our staff is dedicated to providing you with individualized service, custom cuisine, and meticulous attenton to detail.

The Garrison The Garrison
Featured Real Wedding: A Proposal By The Red Sea
2015 Route 9, Garrison, NY 10524
Tel: 845.424.3604
email: info@thegarrison.com
www.thegarrison.com
An elegant country resort with spectacular views of the Hudson River, gourmet food, impeccable service, and a staff that takes care of your every need.

Hilton Pearl River
Featured Interview
Featured Real Weddings: The First Call | The Blind Date
500 Veterans Memorial Drive
, Pearl River, NY 10965
Tel: 845.735.9000, Fax: 845.735.9005
Contact: Ms. Gerry Burns, gerry.burns@hilton.com
www.HiltonPearlRiver.com/weddings
Just minutes from Manhattan, Westchester, and New Jersey, our chateau’s 17 picturesque acres of wooded countryside in the heart of the scenic Hudson River Valley offer the perfect setting to create magnificent memories. Be sure to ask about our artfully redesigned and gorgeously renovated guestrooms.

Hollow Brook Golf Club Hollow Brook Golf Club
Featured Real Wedding: High School Chemistry
1060 Oregon Road, Cortlandt Manor, NY 10567
Tel: 914.734.1500
Contact: Robbyn Sciullo, rsciullo@Empiregolfmgt.com
www.golfhollowbrook.com
Our event experts are ready to assist you as we plan and execute each tiny detail. We'll assist in everything from logistics and catering options to outside providers like musicians. Our 22,000 square-foot clubhouse offers a bevy of options. Whether big, small, elaborate or simple, Hollow Brook has the venue and staff to make your day perfect.


il Tulipano il Tulipano
Featured Real Wedding: A Chance Encounter
1131 Pompton Avenue, Cedar Grove, NJ 07009
Tel: 973.256.9300
Contact: Gregorio Polimeni Jr., gregorio@ilTulipano.com
www.ilTulipano.com
Discover why il Tulipano is the perfect choice for your celebration! Capturing the warmth and beauty of the Tuscan countryside, our piazza provides a stunning and memorable backdrop for your outdoor cocktail hour or reception.

Reception Sites with Garden Settings: A-D | E-L | M-P | R-Z


Mountain View Manor MountainView Manor
369 High Road, Glen Spey, NY 12737
Tel: 845.856.1105
Contact: Orest, info@mvmanor.com
www.MVmanor.com
With its rich history and Victorian charm, Mountain View Manor stands out in a tradition of excellence. The historic Mansion's elegant accommodations, scenic vistas, and unforgettable cuisine provide an elegant country escape with timeless appeal. The perfect destination wedding weekend to compliment the most memorable day of your life!

Nanina's in the Park Nanina's In The Park
Featured Real Wedding: A Vacation Romance
540 Mill Street, Belleville, NJ 07109
Tel: 973.751.1230, Fax: 973.751.8351
Contact: Thomas Casella, Tom@naninasinthepark.com

www.naninasinthepark.com
With our multimillion dollar renovation on manicured grounds in Branch Brook Park, we are the perfect setting for outdoor cocktail parties and outdoor ceremonies. Offering 50 years of tradition with exceptional cuisine and impeccable service, Nanina's in the Park is conveniently located near all major highways.

Dyker Beach Golf Course

New York City Events
at Dyker Beach Golf Course

Featured Real Wedding: Summer Romance
1030 86th Street, Brooklyn, NY
Tel: 718.836.9722 x 1
email: catering@nyceventsdyker.com
www.nycevents.
americangolf.com

Make your next event a memorable one at New York City Events Dyker Beach Golf Course. Imagine your wedding reception, bridal shower, rehearsal dinner, or special occasion in this beautifully restored and renovated historic venue. The site features spectacular golf course views, convenient amenities, and room for small and large parties alike. Host your event in one of our two elegant rooms; we offer outstanding service and an incredible menu of world-class cuisine to help you create an event that is truly remarkable.

Pelham Bay & Split Rock

New York City Events
at Pelham Bay & Split Rock Golf Courses

870 Shore Road, Bronx, NY
Tel: 718.885.1258 x 229
or x 224
email: catering@nyceventspelham.com

www.nycevents.
americangolf.com

Make your next event a memorable one at New York City Events Pelham Bay & Split Rock Golf Courses. Imagine your wedding reception, bridal shower, rehearsal dinner or special occasion in this beautifully restored and renovated historic venue. The event site features spectacular golf course views, convenient amenities, and room for small and large parties alike. Pelham Bay also offers custom-designed menus, on-site catering facilities, and a professional world-class event staff that will assist you with everything you need to make your event truly remarkable.

Oheka Castle Oheka Castle
Featured Interview.
Featured Real Weddings: Christmas Party Romance | Office Friends
High School Sweethearts

135 West Gate Drive, Huntington, NY 11743
Tel: 631.692.2707, Fax: 631.692.7712
Contact: Kelly or Rick, kmelius@aol.com
www.oheka.com
Oheka Castle is the second largest private home in the United States. We cater to only one event a day, and guarantee our clients’ confidentiality, security, and above all, award-winning cuisine served by our professional staff.

The Palace at Somerset Park The Palace at Somerset Park
Featured Real Wedding: Real Estate Romance
333 Davidson Avenue, Somerset, NJ 08873
Tel: 732.302.9922, Fax: 732.302.0070
Contact: Catering Sales, info@palacesomersetpark.com
www.PalaceWedding.com
Be a radiant bride at The Palace, a Palladium-style mansion offering outdoor terraces, grand staircases, antique fireplaces, and Juliet balconies. Surprisingly close to Manhattan, this luxurious venue presents Modern American cuisine by New Jersey's top Culinary Team.

Park Avenue Club Park Avenue Club
Featured Real Wedding: A Fall Wedding
184 Park Avenue, Florham Park, NJ 07932
Tel: 973.301.8233, Fax: 973.301.2348
email: catering@parkavenueclub.com

www.parkavenueclub.com
Park Avenue Club’s exclusivity allows us to host one event at a time, assuring an attention to detail that few venues can match. Enjoy extraordinary, contemporary cuisine and exquisite service in an elegantly appointed historic setting, where you and your guests will be welcomed with charm and grace.

Park Savoy The Park Savoy
Featured Real Wedding: A Summer Ceremony
236 Ridgedale Avenue, Florham Park, NJ 07932
Tel: 973.377.7100, Fax: 973.377.1212
email: theparksavoy@optonline.net
www.theparksavoy.com
An elegant mansion meticulously restored with beautiful antiques, exquisite fireplaces, and a romantic 19th century bridal suite. Beautiful gardens, verandas, and a reflecting pool with a spectacular view over Pinchbrook Lake make the Park Savoy perfect for garden weddings and outdoor cocktail receptions.

Reception Sites with Garden Settings: A-D | E-L | M-P | R-Z


The Rockleigh
Featured Real Wedding: Romance At Work
26 Paris Avenue, Rockleigh, NJ 07647
Tel: 201.768.7171 Fax: 201.768.5787
Contact: Fred Puccio, fred@therockleigh.net
www.therockleigh.net
Our mansion style décor features lavish cocktails areas and spacious dance floors. Our beautifully manicured gardens, indoor and outdoor ceremony sites, custom menus, and unsurpassed personal service all combine to create an atmosphere of warmth and elegance.

The Rosewood Caterers The Rosewood Caterers
2863 Woodbridge Avenue, Edison, NJ 08837
Tel: 732.549.2859; Fax: 732.548.2949
email: info@therosewood.com
www.therosewood.com
The Rosewood offers a one-at-a-time wedding philosophy, hosting spectacular wedding receptions on our very own exclusive level. Conveniently located near all major highways, The Rosewood is easily accessible throughout the New York metro area.

The Royal Manor The Royal Manor
454 Midland Avenue, Garfield, NJ 07026
Tel: 973.478.8590; Fax: 973.478.9464
email: info@theroyalmanor.com
www.theroyalmanor.com
Whether planning an intimate affair or an extravagant banquet, The Royal Manor is the place to be, specializing in all your catering needs, with bold eye-catching décor and seating for up to 600 guests. Gleaming marble floors, illuminating chandeliers, and an indoor waterfall create the most magnificent experience for all occasions. Just minutes away from all major highways, with hotel accommodations near-by, having a function at the Royal Manor is the right choice. From our dedicated staff to our superb cuisine, the Royal Manor invites you … to have a royal event!


Stirling Ridge Stirling Ridge Events
Featured Real Wedding: College Sweethearts
50 Stirling Road, Warren, NJ 07059
Tel: 908.754.1222, Fax: 908.754.0942
Contact: Dan Goldblatt, info@stirlingridgeevents.com
www.stirlingridgeevents.com
Nestled in the hills of the Watchung Mountains and enveloped by 10 acres of lush manicured grounds, Stirling Ridge is New Jersey's newest premiere catering and special events space. Just 30 miles from Manhattan, this highly stylized venue can accommodate up to 1000 in a setting that is both intimate and unique, offering the most elegant to the most avant-garde.

Tarrytown House Tarrytown House Estate on the Hudson
Featured Interview
Featured Real Weddings: Old World Elegance | Hudson Valley Romance
"Green Wedding" Ideas
49 E. Sunnyside Lane, Tarrytown, NY 10591
Tel: 866.696.9015
Contact: Dave Smith, dsmith@destinationhotels.com
www.WeddingsAtTarrytown.com

The perfect wedding is a state of bliss. The perfect setting is an Estate of Mind. Celebrate in secluded intimacy or by transforming our entire 26-acre estate into your own. From expertly prepared cuisine to lavish accommodations, at Tarrytown House Estate, every detail will be meticulously looked after.

Trump National Golf Club Trump National Golf Club, Westchester
Featured Real Wedding: Romance Online
339 Pine Road, Briarcliff Manor, NY 10510
Tel: 914.944.0900, Fax: 914.944.4567
Contact: Adrian Mishek, amishek@trumpnational.com
www.trumpnational.com
An exquisite hilltop setting and a spacious clubhouse, with the luxury and service associated with the Trump name, is the hottest venue for bridal receptions and special occasions in the New York area. Recently opened, rave reviews are pouring in.

Wilshire Grand Hotel The Wilshire Grand Caterers & Wilshire Grand Hotel
Featured Real Weddings:
The Chemist & The Scientist
| Online Surprise
350 Pleasant Valley Way, West Orange, NJ 07052
Tel:
973.736.3240, Fax: 973.736.3340
email: info@thewilshiregrandcaterers.com
www.thewilshiregrandcaterers.com
Romantic with an elegant flair. Two exquisite banquet rooms are available, including a bi-level space and a Grand Ballroom with a huge marble dance floor and crystal chandeliers, and which can accommodate from 150 to 400 guests. For that perfect setting, our lush landscaped grounds also include a gazebo for a romantic outdoor ceremony.

Woodbury Country Club

Woodbury Country Club
Featured Real Wedding: A Fall Celebration
884 Jericho Turnpike, Woodbury, NY 11797
Tel: 516.692.6200
Contact: Andrew Zecher
www.woodburycc.com
Nestled on eighteen secluded acres of the former Mills Estate, Woodbury Country Club offers an elegant and private setting to make every occasion memorable. Our remarkable landscape includes a fountain-filled reflecting pool, lakeside gazebo and botanical terraces. Perfectly viewed from our walls of windows, they are richly illuminated at night to create an enchanted atmosphere.

   

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