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Nick & Cassie – A New Zealand/California Love Story

June 16, 2017
Nick & Cassie – A New Zea … | Harborside Banquets

A true trans-continental love affair, Nick’s first contact with Cassie’s family came during the summer of 2004 when he was a camp counselor with Cassie’s brother in upstate New York, where they became fast friends.

After summer, Nick took a cross-country trip, planning to end up near Chico, CA, to visit some family friends. Fate stepped in, as Cassie was attending Chico State at the time, and her brother asked if she would show Nick around town while he was there.

What was planned as nothing more than a guided tour quickly became a friendship and then a romance. After three weeks together Nick’s visit to the US came to an end, whereupon he returned to New Zealand.

Nick & Cassie stayed in touch. Both just 18 and fully occupied with school on two different continents, they did not see each other again until 2012 when Nick returned to the US to attend a wedding in Texas. He made a stop in LA, and met up again with Cassie. The attraction was still there. Nick cut short his visit to Texas to spend a few more days with Cassie in Newport Beach before flying back to New Zealand.

Upon returning to New Zealand, Nick invited Cassie to join his family for the 2012 holidays there. She next traveled to New Zealand in the summer of 2013, and again in the summer of 2014. In December 2014, Nick traveled to Newport Beach to spend the holidays with Cassie’s family.

When Cassie returned to New Zealand in February of 2015, Nick proposed and the rest is history! We’re so glad Nick and Cassie found the Harborside and we’re honored to be a part of their unique love story.

Photographs by Kat Harris

Cake by Cinderella Bakery

Venue:  Harborside Grand Ballroom

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Kelsey & Ryan September 2014

November 20, 2014
Kelsey & Ryan September 2014 | Harborside Banquets

 

Kelsey and Ryan met on a Saturday night at the local bowling alley, where Kelsey was a Cocktail Server. Ryan had come to the bowling alley with a girl, so Kelsey naturally thought it was his girlfriend and thought nothing more about it, except that he was such a hunk!

Ryan came into the bowling alley a couple weeks later with the same girl and wouldn’t you know it Kelsey was their cocktail server again. After ordering, he continued to tell Kelsey about a bet he made with HIS SISTER about who would bowl the best game, and the loser would have to vacuum the other persons home. She was extremely excited to find out that it wasn’t his girlfriend after all!

The next weekend Ryan arrived with just a group of friends.  With a little liquid courage Ryan asked Kelsey for her phone number. Kelsey quickly wrote it down on a piece of paper and handed it over.

Ryan finally called a week later and left her a very memorable voicemail. She called back and they continued to chat all weekend and ended with Ryan asking her on a date.

Almost a year and half into their relationship Ryan had a new job offer in Atlanta, GA. He would only accept if Kelsey moved with him. Kelsey accepted. After living in Atlanta for a few short months; Ryan proposed in Tybee Island, GA on top of the Lighthouse.

They were engaged for a little over a year while they planned their wedding across the country in Newport Beach CA. Ryan and Kelsey married at Crystal Cove and had their reception at Harborside Grand Ballroom in the Balboa Pavilion on September 6, 2014.

Fabulous photos by Lin & Jirsa Photography   Amazing Flowers by Maribel at the Blooming Branch  Scrumptious Cake & Cupcakes by Frostings Cupcakes in Lake Forest, CA   DJ services courtesy of Vive Entertainment

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Another Special Couple…Brendan & Jana’ee

July 22, 2013
Another Special Couple…Brendan … | Harborside Banquets

From the moment we met Jana’ee and Brendan we knew their day would be spectacular.  Christine Bentley Photography captured every element to perfection; from the I Do’s at Our Lady Queen of Angels church in Newport Beach to the Grand Exit from 400 Main Street (below!).  Luscious pink and cream florals by Flowers, Etc., the exquisite Merengue Bakery cake, and Jordan Music Entertainment added to the magical air of the evening.  Heather Hoesch of LVL Events was on hand and was her usual amazing self, seeing to every last detail.  A special couple and a special event we will long remember!

 

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Eric & Jacklyn’s Perfect Day…Harborside Grand Ballroom

July 11, 2013
Eric & Jacklyn’s Perfect  … | Harborside Banquets

Jacklyn & Eric are such a special couple. They, along with their amazing families, positively lit up the Harborside Ballroom this Spring. Classic champagne silk linens and ivory toned florals reflected the elegant tastes of bride and groom. Their fun side was evident as well as the Bridal Party arrived via the OC Cruiser and stopped by the Balboa Saloon before making their Grand Entrance at the Harborside. Along with a beautiful and delicious cake by Creative Cakes, the Harborside’s signature Balboa Bar Station was a crowd pleaser and definitely lent a Newport Beach flair to the evening. After dinner, guests were treated to a Cigar Bar on the patio, a great place to sneak away from the dance floor and enjoy the cool ocean breeze, a cocktail, and a stogie! After our Trademark Harborside Balcony Photo, our amazing Bride and Groom made a nautical exit via the “Holiday” and I’m sure are living Happily Ever After!

Holly Chavez of HMC Event Solutions ensured that every detail was attended to so efficiently…. and a joy to work with to boot!  The elegant florals were provided by Debbie Jacobsen at Flowers, Etc.  The guests danced the night away to the sounds of The Zippers, and all was stunningly captured forever by the amazing Katelin of Katelin Wallace Photography.   

 

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Another Happy Couple – Dustin & Amanda

July 11, 2013
Another Happy Couple – Dustin & Amanda | Harborside Banquets

The bustling harbor of Newport Beach’s most famous landmark, Harborside Grand Ballroom, was the perfect backdrop for Amanda and Dustin’s wedding. The two said their “I Do’s” on a perfect summer day amid shades of rich purple and crisp white. Perfection.
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So happy to have Ariel of LVL Events, San Clemente, on hand to coordinate the day’s festivities, Battleson Entertainment, a Harborside favorite, supplied the entertainment, thanks Gus!  Maria Tancredi Longhi Photography of Temecula captured all the special moments! Recent winner of the Food Network’s Cupcake Wars, Bubba Sweets of Huntington Beach, provided the delicious cupcakes! #bestviewinnewportbeach

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