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Pure Joy Malibu Ranch Wedding
Jessica and Ben had the ceremony over looking a panoramic view of the calm Pacific Ocean. She looked stunning in her off the shoulder...
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The Ultimate in Exotic Event Tenting Can be Yours
Raj tents have the most unique and exotic tents. These tents aren’t only for Indian Weddings anymore… Though they know how to up-do any...
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Poach it!
I promise you’ll love this practically lost cooking method, if you've not tried it or, have, like me, forgotten all about it. Super...
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Santa Barbara Ranch Wedding
Jennifer & Peter were married at Apple Creek Ranch. Apple Creek Ranch boasts stunning vistas of the Santa Rita Hills and a perfect...
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Fun Santa Barbara Historical Museum Wedding
At Pure Joy we love weddings and we understand what you’re going through to make that day a special memory. Working with you to create...
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Postcards From South India
The streets are like nothing I’ve ever seen; just utter chaos. I’m in South India with my sons who have always called me Beans, “Beans!...
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Santa Barbara Rock & Roll Wedding
Melinda & Chris wanted their wedding to be a reflection of their Style and nothing suited them better than to have a Rock & Roll themed...
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Intimate Monecito Estate Wedding
The wedding of Michelle Leila Cecilia Carpenter & Matthew Alexander Mac Donald was a small very intimate affair at a private estate with...
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Beachen' Santa Barbara Wedding
The wedding of Katrina Van Gerpen & Michael Grabenstein beautifully planned by Alizabeth Schotten, Pure Joy Event Planner, was exactly...
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Postcards From a Rajasthan Spice Market
In December my sons and I began a journey through India. We flew into Mumbai and from there onto Udaipur - the city of lakes where...
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Postcards From Udaipur, India
The contrasts are so vivid; here an elegant Palace, there a working elephant strolling down the street right next to a relatively modern...
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Santa Barbara Wedding Weekend Ranch Welcome
Jason Alisharan & Andrea Silva Pre Wedding Gathering hosted by Jason’s Mother, Joyce Alisharan at Apple Creek Ranch in the Santa Rita...
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Luscious Nuptuals at Lavender Oaks
We had the pleasure of helping Amy and Melissa plan and Cater their wedding in Buellton last October at Lavender Oaks. A NOTE FROM THE...
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Yummy & Successful Corporate Catering for Charles Schwab, Santa Barbara
Beautiful corporate event celebrating the remodel of the 900 Chapala Street Building. Guests mingled and enjoyed passed appetizers & a...
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Celery Root Carbonara with Scallops; Event Catering Like a Pro
Think event catering is just for the professionals? Take these tips and cook like a chef to impress your guests. With the right...
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Keeping it Simple; Lynette La Mere at Farmer's Market
Going to the market is always the best part of my week. I love all the people, just the quick game changing conversations alone could...
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Viktor Armond Hammer and Angelia de Meistre Montecito Wedding
Pepperdine schoolmates tie the knot, Fitzgerald style, in an elegant summer soiree at a Montecito estate with Pure Joy Catering. A...
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Wedding Officiant Extrodinaire Nanette
We love Nanette, she brings a very unique personal touch to the ceremony, she’s a joy to work with and she does an outstanding job really...
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