HOW TO WRITE YOUR WEDDING VOWS
Download your very own complimentary vow template to edit today! So, your big day is getting closer by the second and it’s time to start writing your vows! Are you struggling to make a start? Don’t worry you aren’t alone. We want to help make this process easier, so, we have put together a template for […]
Top 5 reasons why you should consider an unplugged wedding ceremony
Firstly, what is an unplugged ceremony? This has to be one of our favorite wedding trends of 2020/21. An unplugged wedding ceremony refers to when a couple request that their guests put away all phones, cameras or any other device to encourage guests to be present and in the moment. 1. Guests are fully engagedHaving […]
Trending Wedding Styles 2021
Classic soft elegance This timeless trend really does exert formal luxury. A black-tie reception with bridal party and guests dressing to the nines, the overall venue aesthetic will have to match accordingly – take our venue for example. This classic trend is pulling out all the stops for a dreamy reception, including an exquisite head […]
Our fave proposal stories
Each day at Metropolis Events we are lucky enough to meet some of the most incredible couples. Once we do, our favourite thing to do is to ask how they met and their proposal story. We have heard them all, some romantic, some funny, and some that didn’t quite go as planned… but here are […]
Why you should consider an Autumn wedding
Autumn is one of the most beautiful times of the year here in Melbourne. There is so much to love about this season, whether it be the changing of the leaves, the breath-taking scenery or the crisp air, combine all of that and you truly have the perfect atmosphere for a wedding. Our Metropolis couple, […]
Wedding Budget – How to pay for your wedding day
Wedding Budget – How to pay for your wedding day So, your partner proposed and you’re still riding that high, living in an unbreakable love bubble. As you settle into your new role as fiancé and start to dream up all the possibilities that your special day could hold, there’s one question that seems to […]
The Ultimate Wedding Budget Template
Complimentary Wedding Budget Template Is your wedding day on the horizon? Whether you are planning a small, intimate affair, or a huge statement wedding… the first thing you must consider is your budget and how you will pay for the wedding. We know the importance of budgeting and how hard it can be to stick […]
Metropolis Bride ‘The You and Me Podcast’ feature
Metropolis Bride ‘The You and Me Podcast’ feature Our Metropolis bride – Marina Magri, was recently featured in The You and Me Podcast ‘Real Bride’ podcast. Marina was among some of Melbourne’s luckiest brides, tying the knot right before Melbourne’s lockdown 4.0. The You and Me Podcast is the ultimate podcast for all things bridal, […]
Loosen your collar this End of Financial year at Metropolis Events!
EOFY is a pivotal time of year in rewarding your employees and making them feel valued, helping to boost morale and, celebrate the year that has been – and let’s face it, after the year that we have had, we are all deserving of a little celebration… This EOFY we are encouraging our clients to […]
Choosing the perfect venue
The question was popped, the ring is on and you’re officially ENGAGED! Congratulations! Now, the real journey begins – planning the wedding. The first milestone on this journey will likely be securing the venue.With an abundance of event spaces offering fabulous catering, gorgeous views, and everything you need to create the perfect day, shortlisting your […]
The Ultimate Wedding Checklist
Knowing where to start can be overwhelming – the start is always the hardest part, let us help you with that Our greatest tip? Ensure to stay organised during the lead up to your wedding and make sure you enjoy the planning process, after all, it’s the most exciting time of your life! There is an abundance of […]
Shopping for your wedding dress
So, you recently said yes to your forever…. Now the real fun begins! Planning a wedding can be pretty overwhelming. There is so much to consider! What style of wedding do I want? What colour palettes should I select? Where do I want to get married? Where do you even begin… Traditionally there are two […]
Proposal giveaway winners: Jayme & Alanna
At Metropolis we love a good proposal story and this one was just divine. In collaboration with some of Melbourne’s most admired planners and suppliers, we were able to host a magical day for proposal giveaway winners, Jayme and Alanna. We were lucky enough to delve a little deeper into their love story, and trust […]
Meet the team: Angela
We would like to introduce our new Head of Sale and Events, Angela!! Angela has just started with us in January 2021 and we are so excited to have her on board with the Metropolis Events team. In order to get to know her a little bit more we picked her brain with a questionnaire; […]
Looking back, Learning forward
The future of 2021 starts with your team- are you brave enough to make this your year? Pivot is a word that we have all heard time and time again over the last year. “It’s time to pivot your business”, “Make the most of new opportunities”. But it’s a word that has taken on a […]
Selecting the prefect engagement ring
Once upon a time, a man gave an engagement ring to a woman to symbolise the eternity of their love. The groom to be was expected to spend two months of wages on a ring and they were expected to select the ring with no guidance from their bride to be. While the symbol of […]
Proposal trends
December and January are quite possibly our favourite months of the year… why you might ask? Well, because for us in the wedding world, it is what is known as “proposal season”. Did you know that the most popular days to propose to a partner include Christmas Day, New Years Day and Valentines Day? What […]
2020 Merry Metropolis Moments
The end of the year is approaching and although it has proven to be a challenging year, we are still so grateful to reflect back on the beautiful events we were able to host this year. The year undoubtedly looked different thanks to COVID-19. We hosted 81 events at our fabulous venue and welcomed 9,991 […]
Recipe: Date, Cacao & Tahini Energy Balls
A quick no bake snack! No more working from home means less time in the kitchen so, this is the perfect, no fuss and no bake snack for morning or afternoon tea. Share your creation with us on social media by tagging #ImagineInspireCreate Ingredients 200g of Dates cut in half 100g of Coconut, desiccated 1.5 […]
The new floral trend you need to know about!
An elegant alternative to fresh flowers, which only last a few days, are dried and preserved arrangements. These are becoming a more popular choice for weddings, as we start to see flower shortages across the country due to the pandemic. Dried arrangements also make a perfect keepsake from your day, staying exactly as you and […]
Summer wedding cake trends to inspire you!
The Summer breeze is here…. Summer is quite possibly one of our favourite times of the year. Besides the fact that the sky is looking brighter, we are also entering what is known to us in the industry as “prime wedding season”. If you’re a Summer bride, you are no doubt thinking about ways that […]
Recipe: Apple & Rhubarb crumble
Sweet indulgence! A sweet Sunday indulgence. This beautiful recipe is perfect for a weekend treat and is quick and easy to make! Share your creation with us on social media by tagging #ImagineInspireCreate Ingredients 1 x bunch rhubarb, leaves discarded, stems washed & cut into 3 cm pieces 1/2 cup caster sugar Zest & juice […]
Micro Weddings
With so much uncertainty around weddings at present, particularly following the release of the Victorian State Government’s Coronavirus Roadmap to Reopening last Sunday, we sat down with popular Melbourne Celebrant Sally Hughes to discuss how COVID-19 has impacted her business, the options couples have available to them during the pandemic and the rising popularity of […]
A COVID Wedding
Lidia & Dean were due to wed on the 14th of June of this year. Like so many other couples, they were faced with the dilemma of deciding whether to postpone their wedding or persevere due to the COVID-19 Pandemic. Making this decision is not easy…. It means leaving behind the original dream that you […]
The future of events is here!
It has certainly been a long six months for the events industry with the ongoing impacts of COVID-19 forcing their closure. So, the big question on everyone’s mind is…. What does the future of events look like? While we are all hoping for the green light to get back into the venues surrounded by great […]
Recipe: Potato and Parmesan Gnocchi with Mushrooms
A classic Italian dish, sure to please the whole family! We wanted to share with you a Metropolis menu favourite created by our Head Chef, Lana Cargill – Potato and Parmesan Gnocchi with Mushrooms. This recipe is a must try and far easier to make than you might think! Share your creation with us on […]
A real life love story…
Let’s be honest, there is nothing better than kicking back in front of the TV with a good rom com and a glass of Pinot Noir in hand… They are just feel good stories. One of the advantages of working in the weddings and events industry, is that we actually get to see these real-life […]
Louis & Albina: One year on.
One year on and in the middle of the isolation, they celebrated their first anniversary with a romantic dinner ordered from our Metropolis at Home menu. It was a great opportunity to ask them how they met and to reflect back on their cherished day. Scroll down for the details with images taken by Theodore […]
Winter Entertaining; it’s getting cold out there
Cover image supplied by Harry the hirer With Melbourne Meteorology forecasting an extra cold, wet winter this year Harry the hirer have shared their furnishing and colour ideas to warm up your winter event Cocktail party and pre-dinner drink seating The neutral tones of Metropolis, towering floor to ceiling windows and versatile spaces provide the […]
Magic behind the scenes with our Head Chef, Lana Cargill
Cover image: Theodore & Co Just as it is in many homes, our kitchen is the heartbeat of our operation. The love and care that goes into creating our exceptional menus and outstanding dishes is something that we are truly proud of. So we thought it was time to introduce you to the woman who, alongside […]
Recipe: Rich macadamia and chocolate brownie
Using pantry essentials, this decadent brownie recipe is easy, delicious and fool-proof. There are so many ways to serve this crowd pleasing favourite and we have included our suggestions, but with endless possibilities, we would love to see what you come up with! Share your brownies with us on social media by tagging #ImagineInspireCreate Ingredients […]
2020 Wedding floral trends: Working with your florist during a flower shortage
Cover image: Floretta We recently spoke with Grace Camobreco Reyes, co-owner of floral design studio, Floretta, about the impacts of COVID-19 on the flower industry. Grace shares her insights on how you can work with your florist to adapt your brief and achieve your dream floral vision despite the current flower shortage and increased costs. […]
The world of events: bringing client event briefs to life
Cover image: Hagar Australia Make A Broken World Beautiful Gala DinnerPhotography: Smokey Oscar Three day bump-in schedules, coordinating armed guards for thousands of dollars of jewellery, custom carpet installs, craning in luxury cars, managing arrivals of high profile guests and dignitaries, collaborating with guest chefs, feeding 40 crew members in the middle of service and […]
Recipe: Banana, walnut and chia bread
There’s just something about freshly baked banana bread that conjures up all those beautiful, familiar feelings of home. Not only is it simple to make, but if you’re like us and don’t like seeing any food go to waste, it’s also the perfect recipe to use up those over-ripe bananas. So if you’re spending more […]
COVID-19 Wedding Guide: Get busy planning
Cover image: Lovers Narrative Planning your wedding during COVID-19 lockdown? No worries… In a time of unprecedented uncertainty, it is easy to become overwhelmed. But don’t be disheartened – this is such an exciting time as you embark on your planning journey. Embrace the extra ‘spare time’ and keep planning because….love doesn’t stop and the […]
Recipe: Belgian chocolate chip cookies with Pink Murray River salt
Our signature Belgian chocolate chip cookies with Pink Murray River salt are sure to bring a little comfort (…and guilty pleasure) to your household during isolation. If you have visited Metropolis Events for a site inspection or meeting recently, you have likely experienced our signature cookies, baked fresh by our in-house culinary team. While we […]
8 ways to keep a healthy mindset during self isolation
We know that this is a challenging time, mentally and physically, as we face an indefinite period of self isolation. Whether you’re bunkering down and WFH (…yes, we have jumped on the acronym bandwagon), find yourself working reduced hours or not working at all as a result of COVID-19, it’s important to keep a healthy […]
The Champagne Dame
In the hospitality industry, we’re spoilt for choice when it comes to entertainment options. From roving performers and mesmerising musicians to the all-out spectacle of aerial artists, dazzling the crowd while suspended from unimaginable heights. However, it’s rare for an entertainer to simultaneously be captivating and educational. Kyla Kirkpatrick is The Champagne Dame. No ordinary […]
Daniel & Michael’s Wedding
Every once in a while we host a wedding so fabulous it would be unthinkable to not share it with the world. Last year we were lucky enough to be part of Daniel & Michael’s big day. We caught up with the happy couple to ask them a few questions about how they met, what […]
Table talk: Christmas styling inspiration from Table Art
If you’re looking for a way to impress your family and friends {aka show off} with your table styling skills, read on. Working with clever creatives and event industry experts on a daily basis, we knew exactly who to ask for Christmas table inspiration! Our friends at Table Art shared their tips with us on […]
2019 Merry Metropolis Moments
As we draw closer to the end of the year, we are taking a moment to reflect on some of the incredible events we have played our part in this year. We opened our doors to 218 events and a huge 43,506 guests across the year (that’s a lot of food, wine and fun!), so […]
Creative Christmas Leftovers
I’m sure you can recall being asked “How was your Christmas, New Year and… boxing day” upon your return to work? While I’m unsure what your boxing day looks like. Mine usually involves suddenly remembering the Sydney to Hobart yacht race is about to start and then quickly losing the will to watch (sorry Sydney […]
Getting to know Metropolis Events Pastry Queen, Jo Ward
There is nothing that we love more than celebrating the talented individuals in our team, all of who play an integral role in the seamless delivery of events at Metropolis. We are thrilled to introduce you to the latest addition to our team – pastry star, Jo Ward. Jo’s attention to detail and creative flair […]
Sizzling Summer Sips
The drinks you can expect to see this holiday season… The warm weather has finally arrived in Melbourne, and just like everyone else we can’t wait to clock off and {responsibly} enjoy our favourite summer sips in the sunshine by the Yarra. With this in mind, we felt the time was right to get the […]
Immersive Experience Showcase
Guided meditations, yoga demonstrations, activations, collaborative zones and live entertainment set the bar high at our recent Immersive Experience Showcase. Venue showcases are the perfect platform for engaging with our valued clients. But we know that these showcases are a dime-a-dozen and our clients time is valuable. Our team was tasked with a challenge; to […]
Introducing Balance By Metropolis Events
At Metropolis Events, we believe that balance is the key to a happy focussed work life. Evidence shows that being more mindful has a direct correlation to lowering stress, assisting with interpersonal communication and improving focus and concentration. As we spend about 30% of our lives at work or at work related events, practicing and […]
Featured Event: Make A Broken World Beautiful
We were thrilled to partner with Hagar Australia for their inaugural ‘Make A Broken World Beautiful’ Gala. Funds raised from the evening contributed to helping some of the most vulnerable people in the world. ———— “For our inaugural Make a Broken World Beautiful Gala, we wanted to create an utterly memorable night that guests would […]
Love is love: A chat with our friends at Mr Theodore
One of the greatest things we believe in at Metropolis Events, is the strength and power that love has in today’s society. When we were first introduced to Mr Theodore, we were immediately captivated by their unique and inclusive approach to the wedding market. Considered an evolving inspiration for many, you may ask… who actually […]
Recipe: Turkish Delight & Rosewater Pots
Enjoy a taste of Metropolis Events at home with this easy to follow Turkish Delight & Rosewater Pots recipe Created by our in-house culinary team and inspired by Middle Eastern flavours, this is the perfect dessert to finish any gathering. The beautiful combination of crunchy white chocolate, rose water, almond and raspberry, will impress your family […]