Happy New Year’s Eve✨Festive details, great energy, and an after party done right. From holiday sparkle to espresso martinis, this is how you keep the celebration going! planning + catering @emma.hull98 @afehouston floral @arteandesign rentals @goodierentals @swiftevents @brighteventrentals video @socialbridesply linens @bbjlatavola

🍽️Meet Ricky Cruz, Executive Sous Chef at A Fare Extraordinaire and a cornerstone of our culinary team for 21 years! 🔥Ricky oversees the day-to-day operations in the kitchen and still finds joy in what started it all: the love of cooking and creating something extraordinary. 💬His mantra? “My work matters.” 🥩Favorite AFE dish? Short Ribs, a timeless crowd favorite. 🧰Outside of work, Ricky enjoys taking on DIY projects around his house, always finding something new to build or improve. ⚾His dream guest to host? José Altuve, he’s a huge fan. 🥊And when it comes to favorite themes, boxing matches at The Revaire top his list. 🤝Three words that describe him? Reliable, flexible, motivated.

Behind the scenes, on the floor, and everywhere in between. Wrapping up December with a team that shows up, works hard, and looks good doing it ♥️

Leaving you with this view from one of December’s most ambitious nights! This event spanning seven exhibits and four floors at the Houston Museum of Natural Science. Wishing you a peaceful Christmas Eve and a very Merry Christmas🌟 Planning & catering @afehouston @carolynmbowen @natcollinss Photography @brandy_stoesz_photography Design, floral, and décor @bloominggallery @smkonitzer @thibodeaux_al Lighting & A/V @360avdesign Entertainment @gulfcoastentertainment @dartcollective @djamyrobbins @thesiband @thecleofoxshow @iamtulani Tenting @aztecusa Photobooth @paradigmphotobooths Custom Cookies @thesugarjarhouston Valet @elegantvaletservice Registration @cosmocoolconcepts Venue @renthmns

Our biggest December yet! This month was defined by dedication, precision, and an incredible team. Every stat tells the story of countless hours behind the scenes, all in service of unforgettable experiences. December by the numbers: • 14,884 guests served • 26,735 passed hors d’oeuvres • 25,260 desserts • 6,264 specialty cocktails • 1,286 espresso martinis • 1,000 staff shifts

A crystal-inspired Christmas dinner for our longest-standing client layered with reflection, chandeliers, and rich tones. As always, paired with a completely custom menu developed from the ground up and executed on-site by Executive Chef Ryan @rbouillet. planning and catering @afehouston @emma.hull98 floral @john_friedman_flowers_usa rentals @swiftevents @premiereeventstx @brighteventrentals linens @reverie_social @bbjlatavola entrance crystals @revelrygoods menu cards @anticipateinvitations walkway and chandeliers @drapestageevents lighting @brightstarproductions