I’m always excited to experience spaces that combine elevated design with seamless guest experiences and this year’s The Globe and Mail Centre Wedding Showcase truly delivered! The event brought together a curated selection of high-calibre vendors, giving couples a fresh look at what’s possible when creativity meets craftsmanship.
This past weekend, the venue opened its doors to select couples for a tour of its beautifully curated event space. A big thanks to Purple Tree Wedding Photography for capturing the entirety of the day – from the ceremony setup to the mouthwatering food stations – beautifully showcasing how the Globe and Mail Centre can transform into an unforgettable wedding setting.
The team at Element Event Solutions transformed the ceremony setup into a vision of modern romance. Their attention to balance, texture, and lighting instantly transported guests into a dreamy ceremony moment. In the reception area, Element impressively designed a range of tablescapes with all the tabletop décor, from plates, cutlery and glassware, along with select tables and chairs to help couples visualise how the space can be uniquely their own. The tabletop selections were especially exciting, featuring brand-new inventory not yet in their catalogue, a treat for design lovers eager to see what’s next.
JKB Design Co. added their signature touch through bespoke graphic elements and chic vinyl details that subtly tied the theme together. Meanwhile, Divine Furniture Rental brought warmth to the room with a cozy yet sophisticated lounge area, providing all the ceremony chairs, the sleek plexi-bars for caterer set-ups, and a cosy yet sophisticated lounge area complete with two statement rectangle dining tables. Their contribution created the perfect environment for both ceremony and reception, offering guests a space to unwind and take in the stunning city views. It was the perfect environment for conversation and inspiration.
You know it’s a great event when Michael Coombs Entertainment is behind the DJ booth. His curated playlist perfectly matched the energy of the crowd, keeping the atmosphere lively without overpowering conversation. Paired with EPiQVision‘s expert sound and lighting design, the ambiance was perfectly balanced. Their subtle uplighting and dynamic audio design enhanced the architectural beauty of the venue while creating a cohesive sensory experience throughout the space.
Of course, no wedding showcase is complete without incredible cuisine and the duo of L-eat Catering and Ma-Ro Catering elevated the food experience to new heights. L-eat’s seafood station captivated guests with its dramatic ice sculpture display, showcasing delicacies like giant cocktail shrimp, scallop crudo, and freshly shucked oysters. Their chimichurri ribeye and beets paired with mozzarella di bufala were just as impressive in flavor as they were in presentation.
Ma-Ro Catering introduced a whimsical, garden-inspired food station where even the savory bites looked too pretty to eat. The standout? Their caviar ring – a dainty, wearable shortbread ring topped with caviar that was both playful and luxurious. Another favorite were their smoked salmon glass-rimmed canapés – a creative twist that felt right at home in such a design-forward event.
It was a wonderful day filled with inspiration, creativity, and genuine connection. Events like this remind me why I love what I do – seeing how talented professionals come together to create beauty and joy for couples embarking on one of the most meaningful days of their lives. Leaving the Globe and Mail Centre, I felt both inspired and excited for the wedding season ahead – and I know many couples did too.
Carmen is the lead creative director and planner for Devoted To You, a wedding planning company that provide services locally and internationally. Carmen has planned weddings in exotic locations such as Italy, Thailand, Indonesia and the Caribbean and puts a stylish touch to the events she planned.
