May 31st Wedding

Details! Details! Details! And they were fantastic! The turquoise linens with sheer overlays sparkled throughout the ballroom with accents of pink in everything from the floral arrangements to the fans that were placed on each guest’s chair.

The bride walked down the aisle in an exquisite gown with lace and beads from head to toe- stunning! And the girl’s hair and make up was just as fabulously done by William Edge Salon in New Braunfels.

The bride and groom were ready for their grand exit into the limo that would take them on a luxurious and relaxing getaway. We hope they had a fantastic time on their vacation and a safe return. Congratulations to the couple, their family, and their friends!!!

May 30th Wedding

One of my favorite parts about this job is we get to meet such wonderful and unique couples that introduce such amazing traditions. This couple celebrated their traditions by fusing them together and making them their own.

The ceremony was set under a magnificent chuppah that was centered between the two kissing oaks. The bride walked down in a perfectly timeless lace dress and the groom’s smiled was bigger than life. After they were announced husband and wife they broke the glass as well as reciting a beautiful and joyous Spanish quote.

The crowd enjoyed marvelous food and then it was on to the dance floor! The bride and groom set the example of what a party should be and were in the center of the dance floor the entire night! The guests could not have been happier and everybody helped the bride and groom celebrate until the last song was played. The couple made their way into their getaway car and rode away as husband and wife.

Thank you so much for including us in such a magical day and we could not be any happier for your two!

May 29th Wedding

A few words from the bride...

"Howdy! I just wanted to tell you what a fabulous time we had this weekend. Everyone agreed wholeheartedly that The Winfield was a beautiful place. The staff was amazingly gracious, attentive, and ready to help field any request, no matter what the request was. I could not have asked for a better wedding or start to our new life and we have you, in part, to thank. I would definitely recommend The Winfield to anyone who is looking for a romantic and classy place to get married."

Thank you for your kind words and we wish you nothing but the absolute best of luck! Congratulations!!!

May 24th Wedding

As I’m sure you are all aware by now, I love the small details that each couple brings to their wedding, whether it’s a favorite quote on coozies; seating arrangements organized by their date nights; or the groom’s favorite cookies as a cake alternative. This couple brought in a detail that I have yet to see in person; the dove release. The groom’s father raises and trains doves so it worked magnificently next to our gazebo at the end of the ceremony. The bride and groom each let go of a white dove and were followed by a dozen or so grey doves. It was one of those moments that actually took my breath away.

The guests moved into the ballroom for an evening of savory hors d'oeuvres, cocktails, and dancing. It was an honor to be a part of your special day and we wish you a lifetime of happiness! Congratulations to the newlyweds!!!

May 23rd Wedding

Who says you can’t get married in the rain? While our Plan B is always an option, Saturday’s couple had their hearts set on an outdoor wedding. As I kept her up to speed on what was coming at us, she just said, “Let’s do it in the rain! Let’s just have fun!” The wedding party and guests loved it and said that it was perfect for them.

Entertainment for the night was provided by The Newzboys. This is a new band to The Winfield and we will now be adding them to our list of referrals because they were absolutely wonderful! They kept everyone on their feet throughout the night and were a pleasure to work with as well.

With bright spring colors in the Garden Ballroom, a wedding in the rain, and a fabulous band, the bride and groom could not have been any happier and that is what makes our job so special. Thank you both for being such an amazing couple and we wish you the best of luck in a joyful life together! Congrats!!!

May 17th Wedding

We love working with fabulous vendors and it is such a pleasure when all the vendors are the bride and groom’s closets family and friends! This wedding was truly a family affair with everybody pitching in and making the day perfect.

Our bride and groom arrived on Sunday afternoon and we enjoyed a quick rehearsal before everybody started getting ready for the big day. I could tell by how they looked at each other that they were truly best friends and so at peace in each other’s presence. They really set the mood for the entire wedding.

The guests delighted in our famous Fajitas and fabulous crab cakes with a dap of chili mojo! Everybody took their time and just enjoyed the wonderful evening and company. Once cake and toasts were complete, the bridal party entered the dance floor and did not leave until the last song of the evening! Huge props to Mat for being a marvelous MC for the night!

The bride and groom made their exit into the house as they waved goodbye to all their wonderful guests. We had a chance to say good-bye the next morning and they were still at such peace. We wish you the same kind of love and happiness that you felt on your wedding day for the rest of your life together. Thank you so much for including us!

May16th Wedding

Cooler temperatures and a breathtaking sunset truly set the mood for the wedding weekend of our bride and groom. Guest flew in from all around and soaked in the entire weekend here with us. It all started with a fabulous rehearsal dinner that was catered by Carino’s grill. The night went off without a hitch and ended with a very sweet note- homemade tiramisu!

The wedding day started out a bit rainy but the clouds cleared up and temperatures cooled down just in time for the blushing bride to walk down the aisle. Guests enjoyed the fabulous meal that combined the meat lovers with the veggie diners and not a drop was left on the plates. One of my new favorite appetizers:
Bleu Cheese & Candied Pecan Crostini with Honey Drizzle
A refreshing intro to any menu! Following a course of appetizers, the main course was introduced.
A notable new menu item was selected by the bride in accompany to some of our many favorites:
Pork Medallions with Porcini Port Wine Sauce

The rest of the night flew by with marvelous music provided by Austin Juke Box. The bride was out on the dancing for almost every song with her new hubby smiling in the background. As always, it is such a pleasure being a part of such a wonderful occasion and thank you so much for everything!! We wish you the very very best!

May 9th Wedding

The month of May is quickly flying by and with each day the grounds become more and more colorful. This weekend’s couple had not visited the inn since the rain brought everything back to life, so they were pleasantly surprised to see the lush gardens!

When it was time to gather the wedding party and bring the bride down stairs everyone was still very relaxed from their day of pampering and ready to get the show on the road! The bride’s gown was stunning! Her bridesmaids wore turquoise dresses and carried pink bouquets; this color combo was a spectacular match for the spring day and made for a fun photo session!

Their playful yet elegant décor spread throughout the ballroom with sheer turquoise overlays and colorful floral arrangements. The menu that the bride and groom chose to serve was also playful and flavorful! This assortment of heavy appetizers is definitely a favorite of mine!

Southwestern Cajun Chicken Spears
Chilled Shrimp cocktail
Grilled Ham & Cheese Samis
Beef Crostini with Red Pepper Mayo
Hot Spinach, Artichoke, & 5 Cheese Spread

After the cake was served and the last song had been played the couple ran through their crowd and into the house for the remainder of the night. Thank you both for allowing us to be a part of your special day, it was truly a joy! Congratulations!!!

Relay for Life Surivors Dinner

"I wanted to send out a personal THANK YOU for providing such a gorgeous setting for our survivors reception for the American Cancer Society's Relay For Life. Last night was a wonderful event and although there were many committee members involved in the planning and all other areas that go into having a successful event, we couldn't have asked for a better location. As a committee member and 4 year breast cancer survivor myself, I have to say that this years survivor reception was the BEST that I have ever attended...without a doubt! I hope that we left the place just as we received it and that you will consider this for another year as everyone truly enjoyed themselves!!!! THANK YOU from the bottom of my heart!!! You have made MANY survivors happy and given them another reason to smile!!!! I hope that we will see you at the Relay For Life on Friday."

--Relay for Life Coordinator

May 2nd Wedding

The bride and groom arrived Friday afternoon for rehearsal to get all unpacked and settled in to the Inn and shortly after, went to their rehearsal dinner at The Salt Lick. A protein filled breakfast was served to the very excited bride and her girlfriends before scattering to get primped and pampered the rest of the day, including enjoying massages in our Spa room!

As we prepared the gazebo and Garden Ballroom for the wedding we draped Pewter Satin Pin Tuck linens over each of the guest tables with sheer olive chair ties and runners. Moms, aunts, cousins, and grandmothers worked in one corner making sure each centerpiece turned out beautifully, and they did. White and light pink roses were embellished with greenery to bring all of the colors in and out of the ballroom all together.

A sweet surprise, the couple took dance lessons during their engagement. The bride and groom entered the ballroom and began their first dance showing off their new moves. After the dance everyone applauded and the serving line opened with this flavorful menu:
Mediterranean Chicken sautéed in Tomatoes, Olives, White wine,
Garlic, & Herbs
Beef Gyros with Yogurt sauce
Garlicky Green Beans Lemon Zest
Mixed Organic Greens tossed with Stuffed Olives, Grape Tomatoes, Marinated
Artichokes, Purple Onions, Baked Feta wedge, Pine Nuts & Balsamic Dressing

The rest of the night was filled with dancing to the festive beats from the band. As we approached the end of the night we realized that almost all of her guests were still there! Having 125 people at your exit not only makes for great pictures, but it reminds you of how much fun everyone is having celebrating your special day. The aroma of lavender seeds filled the air as everyone doused the couple while they ran through the lines and into the house.

Thank you all for a magical weekend! Congratulations!!!