Partner Directory

Having worked in the Lake Tahoe – Reno area for over fifteen years, we have developed strong working relationships with many business partners within the event industry.

There are many elements to be considered when planning an event, and we are happy to share some information and provide a sample of recommendations that may be useful to you as you select your vendors.

The list below contains vendors that we have had positive experiences with over the years and feel comfortable recommending to you as tried and trusted resources.

Photographers

You should start selecting your photographer as early as possible in the event planning process. You’ll find that they are talented in both portrait photography and the candid/photojournalistic approach, working in both black and white and color.

Mulberry Photography Mulberry Photography has studio offices in Lake Tahoe and Palm Springs, but also travels globally to shoot. Specializing in fashion inspired wedding and portrait photography.	(888) 222-0820 This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it 74339 Chicory Street Palm Desert CA 92260 Visit Website
Christa Hoffarth Photography Christa Hoffarth has photographed weddings all over the world. Recognized as one of the leading photographers in the country, Christa regularly speaks to a host of groups on the topic of business and the art of photography.	(530) 544-2009 PO Box 10617 South Lake Tahoe CA 96158 Visit Website
Zweigle Ratiner Studios Zweigle Ratiner Studios is a full service photography studio incorporating unique weddings, advertising, portraits and architecture. Based in the the greater Lake Tahoe area, providing services to all of Lake Tahoe, Truckee, and Reno Nevada.	(530) 587-4225 This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it PO Box 10629 Truckee CA 96162 Visit Website
Cheryl Hogan Photography Cheryl Hogan offers a wide range of photographic services. She offers stock photos and fine art prints, and also shoots "on assignment" for events and weddings. Cheryl also does portrait photography and offers classes. Located and specializing in Lake Tahoe and the Eastern Sierra Mountains.	(530) 412-1239 This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it PO Box 944 Truckee CA 96160 Visit Website
Nina Miller · focusphotoTahoe It's all about you - making you look good, capturing your personalities and the spirit of your wedding, making it a fun experience. I follow you through the day as a journalist with an artistic, contemporary eye, and also create stunning portraiture by carefully directing and lighting - this is what sets me apart. Be sure to look at my site and get in touch with me - I'd love to hear all about your big day! ~ Nina	(530)412-0819 This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it PO Box 483 Kings Beach CA 96143 http://www.focusphototahoe.com/

Florists

You’ll find flowers at virtually every party or special event to symbolize the significance of milestone moments. Your florist will be able to suggest the best flowers for your event, taking into consideration the color scheme, the season of the year, the degree of formality of your event and for a wedding, the style of your gown.

Thran's Flowers Thran's Flowers' specialty is beautiful fresh flower arrangements of diverse design, individually customized to enhance the environment for which they have been created. They have been serving the community since 1982 and their staff of designers has been chosen because they are gifted artists and talented craftsmen.	(888) 360-3862 This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it 2175 Lake Tahoe Blvd. South Lake Tahoe CA 96150 Visit Website
A Rose is a Rose Weddings, special events, event design and coordination. A Rose is A Rose is devoted to creating beautiful and stylish floral arrangements to compliment and personalize your wedding celebration. Whether it's a change of season or color, location or theme, every wedding has its own characteristics and flavor to best reflect the uniqueness of each couple.	(530) 525-1430 P O Box 6027 Tahoe City CA 96145 Visit Website
Elizabeth's Creations Established in 1990, Elizabeth's creations is a full-service florist serving the North Lake Tahoe, Truckee area. Elizabeth's passion for flowers can be seen in her beautifully artistic designs using only the freshest flowers available. In addition, she offers unique garden baskets, lush house plants, and a variety of gourmet baskets.	(877) 303-3597 (530) 587-6965 This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it P O Box 3331 Truckee CA 96160 Visit Website
Flower Power Flower Power is a full-service florist providing fresh, beautiful flowers for your wedding, special event, business gift, or "just because." Our store is located in Old Town Truckee, California and delivery is available to the greater Lake Tahoe area. Flower Power delivers on-time, is reliable and always provides well-designed arrangements just right for your event.	(530) 550-1801 This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it 10075 West River Street Truckee CA 96161 Visit Website
Martha Bernyk Floral Designs With a wide range of creative styles implementing native style wildflowers, traditional rose bouquets and/or modern orchid designs, Martha Bernyk's insight and thoughtfulness will translate any event into the occasion of your dreams. Comprehensive services include consultations, delivery and set up for weddings, banquets, reunions, custom home floral decorating, and Christmas/holiday decorating.	(530) 587-5040 This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it Visit Website

Musicians & DJs

Music is a universal language understood by all people and sets the tone for an entire event. Everyone loves to dance to a live band, while a DJ offers the widest selection of music from many eras. Individual musicians, such as a harpist, violinist, cellist or pianist are appropriate for smaller, sit down luncheons and wedding ceremonies.

Leep Entertainment

Leep Entertainment was started in 1993. Jeff Leep is a Band Leader of "The Jeff Leep Orchestra," as well as a "provider" of entertainment. Jeff has an enormous variety of acts to fit virtually any occasion from bands, musicians and DJs to specialty acts such as clowns and comedians. Their motto is "We book the best! We have the variety!"

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Avalanche Music Productions

Avalanche features classically trained professional musicians Liz Hedges & Don Glattly with their acoustic violin and guitar duo. They offer a wide variety of musical styles which creates the perfect background ambiance for weddings, birthday & anniversary parties, corporate functions & business meetings, and more! They also provide microphone rentals and DJ services.

(800) 975-2278
(530) 550-7473
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North Shore Entertainment

Lake Tahoe's premiere mobile DJ and entertainment source. From weddings to private parties, corporate events to holiday gatherings North Shore Entertainment has the music to set just the right mood and keep the dance floor packed. They assure clients of quality sound and reliable operation by using the latest in equipment and technology.

(530) 582-1725 CA
(775) 746-4957 NV
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Transportation

A limousine is often the vehicle of choice for most people selecting transportation for their special event but maybe you prefer a classic car, a hot air balloon, a horse-drawn sleigh or wooden boat?

Reno Tahoe Limousine

Reno Tahoe Limousine is a full service Transportation Company serving Reno and Lake Tahoe. Providing services for weddings, receptions, honeymoons, lake tours, bachelor/bachelorette parties, graduations, concerts/shows, proms, wine tastings, sporting events, private charters and more. Our knowledgeable chauffeurs will make sure you have a memorable experience. "No event too big or too small."

(800) 660-4546
(530) 582-1300 CA
(775) 348-0868 NV
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Caterers

Whether it’s a champagne breakfast with quiche, berries and fresh cream, an afternoon te a serving a light buffet of miniature sandwiches and assorted fruits and cheeses, a cocktail party with food stations offering seafood and pasta, a “family style” affair or a traditional sit-down dinner of soup, salad, entrée and dessert, your caterer will work with you to create a unique menu to excite your taste buds and meet your budget.

D'lish Catering Beautiful and delicious food, warm and friendly staff, personal and professional service. Offering full service catering, catering to go, private chefs, wedding cakes, and event design and planning. Large or small, elegant or rustic, simple or elaborate - D'lish promises personalized service to make your event unique.	(530) 583-6609 This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it 255 North Lake Blvd., Suites 17-19 Tahoe City CA 96145 Visit Website
Mountain Magic catering Lake Tahoe's most recognized catering company. The Wizard and fine catered food are synonymous in the Sierras. Mountain Magic Catering in the "locals Choice". Our company is a customizable off premise caterer with current ideas, menus and experience. We offer exceptional reception, special event and social catering for Lake Tahoe and surrounding areas. We match our passion for fitness and real foods with our unique displays and tireless attention to the important details. Our vision is crisp, simplistic and stainless. Mountain Magic's staff is healthy, accommodating and consistently professional. Visit the Magic www.mountainmagiccatering.com That!	(530)587-5930 This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it 12298 Whitehorse Road Truckee CA 96161
Lake Tahoe Catering Company Offering buffet and full service catering, bar and beverage service, delivery, and event coordinating. Whether you are planning a casual barbeque or an elegant wedding, we'll make your next event an experience of a lifetime! Our flexible menus and experienced staff ensure an event customized to your needs. They also have reception space for 50 people in their newly remodeled restaurant inside the Tahoe Season's Resort.	(877) 217-9929 This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it 3901 Saddle Road South Lake Tahoe CA 96150 Visit Website
The Blue Angel Cafe & Catering Services Blue Angel Cafe and Catering menus are simply great ideas - feel free to design your own. If you're on a strict budget, let them design something that will fit your needs. Menu options span breakfast through dinner. Their international inspired menu selections will leave everybody happy and full. Blue Angel can cater at your special location or in their Banquet Loft which accommodates 100 seated dinner guests or 150 cocktail reception guests. Buffet or plated service offered.	(530) 544-6544 This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it 1132 Ski Run Blvd. South Lake Tahoe CA 96150 Visit Website
Elegant Affair Catering With over 50 years of combined catering industry experience, Elegant Affair has developed a reputation in and around Lake Tahoe for innovative and superior food quality. With their custom-built mobile kitchens in their catering trucks, they can cook just about anywhere. From a small group of 2 to a large group of 1500, they can do it.	(775) 588-7170 This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it 178 US Highway 50, Suite A Zephyr Cove NV 89448 Visit Website
Hey Chef! - Private Chef and Kitchen Staffing For the finest dining experience in Truckee-Tahoe, look no further than your own table. Hey Chef! is the source for the area's premier private chefs. Each of our chefs has a unique culinary specialty and they match you with the chef who can best meet your event and menu needs. Their full kitchen staff will take care of everything while you enjoy the company of your guests at home. They generally serve from 2 to 50 guests.	(877) 4HeyChef (877) 443-9243 This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it P.O. Box 3516 Truckee CA 96160 Visit Website
Moody's Bistro Catering Moody's caters the intimate to the enormous, from large-scale public events to weddings, grand openings, retirements or family-only birthday parties. Executive Chef Mark Estee personally crafts each affair's menu, and their veteran catering staff then builds an event bringing your guests and Moody's food together in a one-of-a-kind occasion.	(530) 587-8688 x16 This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it 10007 Bridge Street Truckee CA 96161 Visit Website
Full Belly Deli FBD is at your service for all of your catering needs from office parties to high-end weddings. Offering deli platters, gourmet boxed lunches, breakfast buffets, hot lunch and dinner buffets, appetizers (hand-passed, small plates or buffet-style), as well as 2 course plated dinners.	(530) 550-9516 This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it 10825 Pioneer Trail, Suite 103 Truckee CA 96161 Visit Website
As You Wish Catering As You Wish Catering serves the finest quality food, hot and fresh. They specialize in designing custom menus tailored to the taste and budget of the individual's desired cuisine from a casual barbeque lunch to elegant dinners. Cooked fresh at the event site, the food of As You Wish will be a key ingredient to creating your memorable catered event in Lake Tahoe, Reno or wherever. Cater buffet-style or let our professional staff serve you a plated meal.	(530) 228-3111 This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it P O Box 7811 Tahoe City CA 96145 Visit Website
North Tahoe Catering Your imagination is your only limitation. Providing 20 years of award-winning service to the Lake Tahoe and Truckee areas, the North Tahoe Catering Co. can create any experience your mind can envision. North Tahoe Catering Co. has won the Peoples choice Best in Show gold medal for Best food and wine pairing and Judges choice, gold medal best dessert at the Tahoe Autumn Food and Wine Festival this past October. This is owner and chef Chris Banovich's 32nd and 33rd medals received at this event in the last 15 years.	(530) 386-1788 This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it Tahoe Cite CA 96145 Visit Website

Celebration and Wedding Cakes

Any cake ends a meal on a sweet note, whether it comes with cream cheese frosting, a rum glaze, fresh fruit or is filled with chocolate mousse. A wedding cake symbolizes happiness, good fortune and a sweet life together.

Tahoe House

The Tahoe House cake baker is Chef Barbara Vogt, a second generation chef with years of experience and a gift for design and decoration, from traditional to contemporary. Pick a design from their wedding cake album or work with Barbara to design something new. Gourmet cakes from scratch using chocolate and fruit preserves imported from Switzerland!

(530) 583-1377
(877) 367-8246
P O Box 1899
Tahoe City CA 96145
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Cake Tahoe

Unique wedding and party cakes. Offering a huge variety of cakes, fillings, frostings, and designs for any occasion.

(530) 587-1701
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Truckee CA 96160
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Venues

Reno-Tahoe offers an array of sites, from private lakeside homes, restaurants, beaches, ski and golf resorts, regional parks, historic buildings and casinos.

FitzHaven Located on California's beautiful Lake Tahoe, FitzHaven provides a romantic settings for weddings, and the perfect enviroment for corporate fuctions. or even movie sets. We welcome you to explore FitzHaven for yourself and discover all we have to offer...	(530)308-6166 This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it Vist Website
Smart Story Productions EventMasters's exclusive barn venue in the beautiful Sierra Valley! Have your country western wedding, party or celebration at our barn! We're the perfect venue with our rustic barn and location near Lake Tahoe and Reno. Easy flights in and out and plenty of activities any time of the year. From "down home catering" and themed invitations to lodging and entertainment, Smart Story Productions will make your dreams come true.	(707) 396-7961 This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it Vinton CA Visit Website
Tunnel Creek Lodge Nestled in a secret corner of Incline Village, Nevada - on Lake Tahoe's north shore - Tunnel Creek Lodge is a step back in time, yet with all of today's modern conveniences and amenities. This luxurious rustic-modern log home features a spacious 4,200 square feet, and sleeps up to 14, with six bedrooms and five bathrooms. Sitting on 3+ secluded acres, this private residence boasts panoramic views of Lake Tahoe, making it an ideal location for family reunions, corporate retreats, romantic get-aways, special events, weddings and more. Tunnel Creek Lodge's exclusive and private setting - hidden away from the general public behind gated access - have made it a favorite get-away for the rich and famous for years. Impeccably decorated, the rustic-modern decor of this private rental log home will make you feel like you stepped back in time to 100 years ago. Come experience the luxury - and history - of Tunnel Creek Lodge for yourself ...	(775) 833-4444 1200 Tunnel Creek Road Incline Village, NV Visit Website