A Wedding Everyone Will Remember

By Kathy J Craig | Castle Event Catering

After helping hundreds of couples celebrate their happily-ever-after, we've seen our share of unforgettable wedding moments.

There have been surprise llamas who somehow believed they were invited guests, runaway puppies enlisted as ring bearers, champagne towers with minds of their own, and weather that completely rewrote the dinner plans.

But one thing we hadn't seen before? Burros bearing cocktails. They made this a wedding everyone will remember!

At this wedding, guests were greeted by several sweet burros. Adorned with floral garland and sporting cocktails tucked into custom saddle bags, they instantly warmed hearts and got people talking.

It was one of those special touches that planner Kylie Sheckler from One Love LLC designed for Christina and Greg’s celebration at Yellowhawk Resort—an 84-acre hilltop resort and winery overlooking Washington's beautiful Walla Walla Valley—feel truly one of a kind.

We love details like this because they're more than just fun photo opportunities. They invite guests to mingle, spark conversations between strangers, and create memories that last long after the last dance.

Years from now, people may not remember every flower arrangement or every song on the playlist. But they'll smile and say, "Do you remember the wedding with the cocktail burro?"

That's the magic of a thoughtfully planned wedding. It's the unexpected moments that become part of your story.

After hundreds of weddings, one thing remains true: every celebration has a story. The best ones are filled with little surprises that guests will be talking about for years to come.

MENU FOR A WEDDING EVERYONE WILL REMEMBER

Tray Passed

Classic Deviled Eggs

Heirloom Melon Caprese Stack with Aged Balsamic Reduction

Applewood-Smoked Bacon Wrapped Almond Stuffed Dates

Seasonal Garden Vegetable Tartlets

Plated Salad Course

Strawberry Champagne Salad

Baby Spring Greens and Peppery Arugula, Fresh Strawberries, Toasted Marcona Almonds, Shaved Parmigiano-Reggiano

Finished with Champagne Vinaigrette

Family Style Entrées

Peppercorn-Crusted Beef Tenderloin Au Poivre

Grilled Atlantic Salmon

Served with

Cognac Peppercorn Cream Sauce

Creamy Horseradish Crème

Savory Cherry Reduction

Sides

Herb-Roasted Fingerling Potatoes

Grilled Spring Market Vegetables

Spring Zucchini, French Radishes, Sweet Onions,

Wild Mushrooms and Baby Carrots

Finished with Garden Herb Gremolata

Dessert

Castle Celebration Cake by Frost Me Sweet

Espresso & Affogato Bar

Late-Night Hawaiian and Polish Snack Bar

Warm Pretzel Bites with House Beer Cheese

Traditional Hawaiian Spam Musubi Sushi Rice, Nori and Oyster Dipping Sauce

Potato and Cheddar Pierogies with Cultured Sour Cream

Mini Polish Sausage Dogs Warm Brioche Buns, Sauerkraut,

Whole Grain Mustard and House Relish

Andy and I had the best time serving Traditional Hawaiian Spam Musubi at the late-night snack bar! After all, every great wedding deserves one last delicious surprise before the evening ends.

THE WEDDING TEAM

Catering: Castle Event Catering | Planner: Kylie Sheckler, One Love, LLC | Venue: Yellowhawk Resort | Photos: Kailee Meyer | DJ: Platinum Entertainment | Floral: Haven Flower Farm | Rentals: Sandy’s URent | Hair: Chastity Lemus | Shuttle: Dream Rides | Cake: Frost Me Sweet | Sax: James Andrews | Burros: Little Donkey Farm & Events (find them on Facebook) | Make Up: Kaila Gibson & Elize Jordan | Artist: Mike McKeogh