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A Garden-Inspired Bridal Shower at Casalina

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What happens when you give a creative client the keys to our garden at 9:00 AM? You get a bridal shower that feels less like a brunch and more like a private retreat in the heart of Italy.

For this specific event, the client opted for a Full Usage of the covered patio, allowing them to transform every inch of Casalina into a personalized floral wonderland.

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The Highlights of the Day

Our team handled the food and service, but the client brought the vision to life with some incredible interactive elements

Interactive Bouquet Making: Guests spent the morning at a custom flower bar, hand-picking blooms to create their own bouquets.
The Sweet Suite: A massive dessert display featured a decadent chocolate fountain and a curated pastry area.
A Custom Soundtrack: A live DJ kept the energy upbeat from the moment the doors opened until the final toast.
Picture-Perfect Decor: The space was filled with custom balloon installations and floral backdrops, proving that at Casalina, our venue is your blank canvas.

Brunch, Reimagined

To keep the celebration flowing, the host selected a 3-hour open bar and our signature Mimosa Station. Paired with a curated multi-course menu of our sorrento menu.

Host Your Story at Casalina

Whether you’re planning a bridal shower, a corporate buyout, or a milestone birthday, we provide the exquisite food and the Mediterranean backdrop,you bring the personality.

Want the restaurant all to yourself? Reach out today to discuss our full venue usage rates and how we can help you build your own unforgettable bridal shower.

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Understanding the space: Covered patio

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If you are an experienced planner or a bride and groom planning from a distance, visualizing the space is often the hardest part. This blog entry was created for you.

First, I want to leave you with a clear picture of how Casalina looks on a regular dinner night.

Also this is our layout

Covered patio regular set up

This setup reflects our standard evening service, with tables arranged for comfort, flow, and ambiance. It is the base layout from which we build every event, allowing you to understand the natural spacing, lighting, and overall feel of the room before any customization is added.

Key points to visualize the space

• Regular dinner night setup is the base layout for all events

• Semi private option available on either the left or right side of the restaurant (semi-private meaning you will share the space with other customers)

• Covered patio capacity up to 150 guests: With fewer guests, unused tables remain to keep the space open and comfortable

• Outdoor patio can be rented for an extra fee

• Full patio (covered +outside patio) buyout allows a private entrance

• Without a full buyout of the patio, guests arrive through the main restaurant entrance

• Tables available for 6, 8, or 10 guests

• U shaped table available for up to 46 guests See example

• Extra tables can be set up such as: Sweetheart table, gift table, desserts table and more.

Now let's talk about decor

• Candles are welcome but:

Taper candles are only permitted when placed inside a vase or holder

Open flames are not allowed

Faux taper candles are strongly recommended

Candles only if inside glass cylinders

These guidelines are in place to prevent accidents and protect tablecloths

• All décor items brought in must be organized by your team and:

Our team may assist with simple items such as napkins and charger plates

More elaborate décor setup will be subject to an additional fee

• Standard linens include beige tablecloths, as shown in the photos, paired with bistro style napkins featuring a blue line

•White tablecloths and white napkins are available at an additional cost

• Want to bring your own tables? Outside round tables are allowed: a $5,900 fee applies to move all our existing restaurant tables

• We provide complimentary customized menus: Please click here to see some examples

• We have a wooden cart and one round table that seats up to 10 guests, these are often used for a gift table or mimosa station.

Please let us know if you would like to use either option

An Unforgettable 85th Birthday at Casalina

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This birthday celebration was designed to feel elegant, warm, and effortless. Rather than a full buyout, the hosts chose to enjoy 60 percent of the patio, allowing the space to feel lively while still remaining intimate and dedicated to their guests.

The evening began with a one hour cocktail reception and live singing arranged by the family. Guests enjoyed light bites including fresh bruschetta and mini savory strudel, setting a relaxed and celebratory tone from the start.