"The customer service and attention to detail were unmatched"
What was your favorite part of working with the Merri-Makers team?
Seamless execution of the day
Attendants were attentive, responsive, prepared, proactive, welcoming, and went above and beyond to make the day easier and special for us
Offered great advice and guidance when we had to move to the indoor plan
Executed the change with little disturbance to the day, the barn really felt like plan A all along
Staff attitude was incredible, super friendly, and warm
What was your favorite food of the night? Which dish were guests raving about?
Can’t pick just one thing!! Our top foods (if we had to pick hah) would be scallops/bacon/sweet potato and chinese food, fillet entrees, grilled cauliflower entree
Our guest favorites were the raw bar, cacio pepe station, cannolis, tomahawk steak
What was your favorite photo spot of the venue?
In front of gates/barn area with all the greenery in the back
Was there a theme to your wedding? Tell us about your wedding colors and aesthetic!
We told our guests to expect garden party chic and the Ashford delivered!
Colors were sage green, dusty blue, dusty rose, eucalyptus green, brown
How did you and your partner meet? Share your love story with us!
We met in college at the University of New Haven
What made you select this venue?
The Ashford has the perfect combination of a formal ballroom wedding with vintage and rustic touches in the barn, while also providing an amazing charm with all the gardens and spring time foliage. The grounds were immaculate.
Would you recommend Merri-Makers to another bride? Share why!
Absolutely! The customer service and attention to detail were unmatched.
Quote of the night “This was the best wedding I have ever been to, including my own” and we believe that was due to the hard working staff who took the time to facilitate the best day ever for us!!
