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Just like fashion in the US, weddings are inspired by the trends and traditions from around the world.  If you want a leg up on what the next trends will be in wedding fashion and décor, keep reading. The International Academy of Wedding and Event Planning are the people to look to when predicting trends…

The celebration of your marriage shouldn’t stop at your reception.  Your honeymoon is just as special as your wedding and needs almost as much preparation and planning.  But soon you’ll enjoying your time as a newlywed couple in a romantic and relaxing vacation spot.  If you’re having trouble deciding where you want to go, look…

You’re just weeks away from your special day.  So many people, family and friends, have helped you get to this point; whether it be planning with you, taking you out to relax, or just being a shoulder to lean on and an ear to talk to.  Now the time has come to buy the bridesmaids…

Everyone has heard the old English adage “Something Old, Something New, Something Borrowed, Something Blue.”  The four items are supposed to bring the new bride luck in her marriage.  While something old, new and borrowed are often all personal touches, something blue can sometimes be a hard choice to narrow down.  Here are some creative…

It’s an honor to be asked to stand by your sister, cousin, or best friend on their wedding day, but sometimes it can get expensive. When you’re a young woman on a budget, being asked to be in a wedding is a bittersweet moment. It’s exciting to be part of the planning, the bachelorette party…

Stroll down memory lane with Max Janoff, managing partner from the Crystal Plaza as he shares his wonderful moments from his Alma Mater, Hobart and William Smith Colleges. Read More: http://www2.hws.edu/janoff-14-thrives-in-hospitality/

We are thrilled to announce that Luxury Travel Guide has named Crystal Plaza Group as its 2017 Hospitality Company of the Year in North America. We want to thank our entire team and all of our amazing guests and clients who have given us the opportunity to create magic for the last century and especially…

On March 2, 2017 Crystal Plaza Group was honored by Governor Chris Christie who wrote a proclamation to congratulate the CPG Team on celebrating 100 years of business. Christie, who grew up in Livingston and attended Livingston Senior High School left a special note also thanking the team for being great neighbors. We are thrilled…

Chef Paul Fonte’s Chocolate Molten Cake   Ingredients: ½ cup unsalted butter, plus more for buttering the molds 4 ounces bittersweet chocolate (60% or higher), chopped into small pieces 4 large eggs ¼ cup sugar 2 teaspoons flour, plus more for dusting the molds Put the butter in a medium bowl and melt it in…

“Prior to becoming one of New Jersey’s premier beloved venues, Crystal Plaza was a stately residential mansion built in the late 1800s. Designed by the famed architect Stanford White, who was also responsible for designing Manhattan’s Tiffany Building along Fifth Avenue and other iconic structures, the reincarnated venue exudes its distinct original 19th century grandeur…