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November 19, 2018

A Perfect Pairing: Tasty Sorrel Punch

The sounds of glasses clinking together as you cheers the holiday season is what we’re most looking forward to this Thanksgiving (that, and farm-fresh Bouqs of course). All month we’ve been sharing our favorite crowd-pleasing side dishes to accompany that much-anticipated turkey, as well as the Bouq that pairs most perfectly with them. Now that dessert has been served, let’s keep the good times going with a tart and tangy drink that’s steeped in tradition. Your Thanksgiving friends will be pleased as punch once they take a sip of sorrel, a fruity drink that’s steeped in tradition. This recipe comes to us from our Social Media Manager, Sam. Her family makes sorrel for every holiday party, which is a traditional holiday drink in Jamaica. Ingredients: 8 cups water 6 ounces sorrel (dried hibiscus flowers) 5 ounces sliced fresh ginger 4 whole cloves 1 cinnamon stick 3 scrapes from a whole nutmeg (optional) 1 cup Jamaican white rum (optional) 1 to 1 1/2 cups simple syrup Juice of 1 orange (about 1/2 cup) 1 teaspoon lime juice Ice Orange slices, for garnish Directions: Bring the water to a boil in a large saucepan over high heat. Remove from the heat and […]

November 19, 2018

Planning the Best 50th Anniversary: A Checklist

Being married for 50 years has always been quite a milestone, but these days it has become somewhat of a rarity. That’s why, when a couple makes it to their golden anniversary, it’s cause for major celebration. If you have a special couple in your life who’s coming up on this auspicious occasion, you’ve got some planning to do – not to mention possibly some golden anniversary flowers to buy. Whether you arrange a gigantic shindig or an intimate celebration, a golden anniversary party needs to include some special elements. Most of us don’t get the chance to  attend a lot of 50th-anniversary celebrations, which makes it hard to swipe amazing anniversary party ideas. If you’re searching for incredible ways to honor your loved ones on their special day, then read on to get some tips for planning a memorable golden anniversary party.   Familiar Venue A lot of couples move over the course of their marriage, often multiple times. If that’s not the case for the anniversary couple, though, consider holding the golden anniversary party in the same venue as they had their reception (if it’s still a viable option, that is). If the couple got engaged at a […]

November 19, 2018

A Perfect Pairing: Red Berry Bundt Cake

Thanksgiving is one of our favorite holidays because it includes three of our favorite things: family, food, and flowers. All month long we’ve been sharing our #Bouqsfam’s favorite Thanksgiving recipes, and we hope you left some room for dessert. This Red Berry Bundt Cake is a sweet follow up to those savory dishes that you’ve been enjoying thus far, and it goes great with the sweetest seasonal Bouq of them all: Cranberry Delight! Our wedding specialist, Aimee, is a baking extraordinaire and she whips up this bundt cake for her family every holiday season. You can customize this recipe to your liking by using your favorite berries: try out cranberries or even blackberries for a lovely twist! Ingredients: Nonstick cooking spray, oil or butter, for greasing the pan 2 1/2 cups plus 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour, plus more for flouring the pan 2 teaspoons orange liqueur 4 large eggs, at room temperature 1 cup fresh raspberries 2 cups sugar 1 teaspoon baking powder 1 teaspoon kosher salt 1/2 teaspoon baking soda 2 1/4 sticks (18 tablespoons) unsalted butter, at room temperature Directions: Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Grease and flour a bundt pan. Mix together the orange zest […]

November 19, 2018

Fun Facts About Our Favorite Tropical Flowers

We all like to envision what our dream vacation would be like, and for some of us, those trips include lounging on the cushion-like sand of warm, faraway beaches. Maybe you like a little adventure so you’re a huge fan of tropical islands and all the exotic greens they have to offer. No worries, you’re not alone! The Bouqs is all for the attention tropical flowers have been getting lately, and we want to make sure that you know a thing or two about some of our favorite exotic blooms before you bring them home. Get ready to recreate the perfect island getaway in your very own living space with these vibrant tropical flowers!   Orchids You probably never would’ve guessed that these fragrant flowers grew in tropic regions, but in fact, they do – more specifically in the tropic regions of Asia and Australia! Unlike most flower species, orchids don’t have “normal” roots. They usually have either rhizome, tuber, or aerial ones. These blooms have been on this planet for a long time – almost 100 million years! The flowers on orchid plants can survive anywhere between a few hours to 6 months depending on the species. Make sure […]

November 18, 2018

A Maid of Honor Guide: Duties & Gift Ideas

With talks of the wedding coming up between you and your fiancé, the following months are about to be some of the most exciting times of your life! You might start looking into wedding planners to help you map out the entire journey from the cake, the dress, the venue, the catering, invites, and more. Or maybe you feel confident enough to tackle this on your own with a bit of help from your groom and friends – we respect that! But before you make any of those decisions, here’s the first order of business: choosing your bridesmaids and your maid of honor, of course. There’s no question that every bride-to-be needs the support of the people closest to her, but especially more so from her very own maid of honor. Ever since we can remember, a maid of honor was always the trusty friend that any bride relied on to get her through pre-wedding responsibilities, the actual ceremony, and even the aftermath of it all. A maid of honor is more than just a friend, a close relative – they’re the empowering heroines of things that happen behind the scenes! That’s why we believe that every bride should be […]

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