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Stacey Souza and Doug Mullen, both realtors from Barnstable, love Christmas and every year need the "perfect tree." For Stacey, the annual tree search turned proposal was an unexpected gift. "I had no clue. It was really romantic and absolutely perfect!" 

The couple was married on May 22, 2009 at Our Lady of Hope Chapel, a cozy Cape favorite where Stacey's sister also married. Stacey wore a strapless, silk gown, adorned with billowy pickups and carried a simple bouquet of pink tinged peonies. Doug donned a classic black tuxedo with an ivory vest and tie to match the bride's dress. Bouquets of multicolored gerbera daises complemented the bridesmaids' rhubarb pink chiffon dresses from J. Crew. For the reception, All About Flowers transformed the Ridge Club, in Sandwich, into a lush garden landscape using an array of seasonal flowers, tiki torches and mini lanterns. Guests dined on filet mignon and statler chicken breasts before indulging in the three tier marble wedding cake picked out by the groom. Chosen in memory of Doug's father, Stacey says, "It was extremely sentimental to have our reception at the Club."  As a rainbow appeared out of a cloudless sky during a photo session on the beach, the newlyweds knew Doug's father was definitely with them in spirit on their special day. Another unexpected gift. 

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Author: Kate Langenberg
Photography by: BKB Photography

When talking to caterers, you'll discuss much more than the food served on your wedding day. Curious how the conversation should go? Here are six points to bring up during your meetings.

Pricing. Many caterers offer a variety of food packages that are priced to work with different budgets. Seasonal pricing can affect the cost, too. Ask how your caterer determines the per-person pricing. You may be able to make adjustments that keep the overall price down.

Food style. Is serving all-organic food important to you? Do the ingredients need to be farmed locally? If it's important that your caterer works with a specific type of food, be sure to find out what kind of ingredients he or she uses and where those ingredients come from.

Menu tasting. It's natural to wonder how the food served on your wedding day will taste. Most caterers offer menu tastings prior to the big day so you can sample the food you're considering serving to your guests. Ask if your caterer does this and what the cost is.

Set-up and service. You know your caterer will provide the food, but will they also provide tables, chairs, linens, silverware and servers? Will they set up your place cards and favors? Find out exactly what the caterer accepts responsibility for and make additional arrangements as necessary.

Alcohol. Not all caterers provide alcohol, and some will charge a corkage fee if you supply it. If your caterer does provide alcohol, ask whether you have a set list of wine, beer and hard liquor to choose from and how flexible they are with allowing you to customize the selection.

References. A reputable vendor should have no problem putting you in touch with past clients, so ask if you can talk to someone the caterer worked with previously. It's best if you can connect with someone whose requests were similar to your own.