Meredith and Christopher fell in love with the Library the moment they stepped foot in the spectacular venue—the marble, the gold, the romanticism of being surrounded by historic love stories.
Abbie and Chris’ August wedding at Mount Hope Farm was a coastal celebration that highlighted the natural beauty of the venue. The couple immediately fell in love with Cove Cabin when they first toured it.
A classic but down-to-earth celebration, with a focus on incorporating each of their wedding cultures into the celebration.
The aesthetic for Alexis and Trevor’s Linden Place June wedding was an intimate garden-style wedding full of color. Beautiful bouquets filled with a variety of flowers, gold mirror signage, candles on gold candlesticks throughout the whole venue, and custom napkins with the couple’s initials placed on everyone's seat for dinner.
Here’s a glimpse at a romantic, whimsical and ethereal Cove Cabin wedding. This wedding was inspired by the vibrancy of spring, and was so gorgeous.
Russell Morin joined some amazing partners to host Hasbro Children's Hospital Heros Ball, where more than 600 guests immersed themselves in a tropical, Hawaiian-themed experience. The annual event, held in August 2023, raised more than $1.1M to support the hospital’s mission.
Early in the planning process, the couple was set on a venue by the water, but fell in love with the Library’s stunning architecture and rich design, as well as what surrounding downtown Providence had to offer their guests, who were traveling in from around the world.
While the rain may have been unexpected, it didn't dampen the spirits of Cody and Winston's celebration. Their guests embraced the weather and came ready to celebrate, bringing an infectious energy to their special day.
PJ and Caroline tied the knot at Shining Tides, one of our exclusive venues nestled on the serene Mattapoisett Harbor. The couple took full advantage of the venue's waterfront property: they sailed in to their reception, captured amazing photos on the dock and beach, and danced the night away with friends and family in a tent overlooking the water.
The classic architecture of the Providence Public Library — one of our exclusive venues — inspired Lisa and Pete to host an elegant, formal affair for their spring wedding.
Scott spent his summers growing up at this Osterville house, and introduced Kate to its seaside charm in 2012. With many fond memories built at the house together, they decided to use it as the backdrop for their next milestone as a couple.
We have another stunning winter wedding at the Providence Public Library for you. This bride and groom dreamed of a wedding that was classic and beautiful, but also unique to them as a couple. They certainly brought that vision to life!
Rachael and David were married at the stunning Rosecliff Mansion in August. Every single detail of this wedding was timeless and elegant — a perfect match to their Newport mansion backdrop. The couple had first seen the mansion two years prior on a winter vacation, and fell in love with the lawn overlooking the sea and the opulent ballroom.
This ethereal, seaside chic wedding at Shining Tides (one of our exclusive venues) was family-focused, thought filled, and so beautiful.
Pieter and Paige sought out a mix of classic, natural, elegant, and romantic for their May wedding at the New Bedford Whaling Museum. Paige's great great grandfather was a whaling captain, and Pieter’s family is from the seaside in Belgium, so this nautical venue was the perfect spot to bring together their two families, in a celebration that was uniquely them.
We have teamed up with the hospital for more than ten years now to cater this special event, and we could not be more proud of the lasting partnership we’ve built. Each year our chefs pull together a creative menu to match the gala’s theme, and keep guests happy and full as they raise money for a worthy cause.
We love it when close friends are incorporated into a couple’s wedding from start to finish, and this wedding was no exception. The day was intimate and elegant, and Glen Manor, one of our preferred venues, served as the perfect backdrop for the couple’s celebration.
There is something pretty magical about a winter wedding. Especially when it’s held at a venue as breathtaking and historic as the Providence Public Library. For any couples currently in the thick of planning their winter wedding, here is a swoon-worthy one for inspiration.
We transformed this amazing industrial space (one of our exclusive venues!) for a spectacular night of networking and celebration.
The annual fundraiser's vintage circus theme provided the perfect backdrop for our chefs to test their creative chops and have fun with an inventive menu for 500 guests.
We welcome you to join us for a Chef Series Pop-Up Dining Experience featuring Russell Morin Catering & Events at Mount Hope Farm, running January 7, 2017 through April 22, 2017.
Jessica and Christopher’s wedding day started with an outdoor ceremony here at the New Bedford Whaling Museum. The weather was absolutely perfect, family and friends joined on the plaza to witness these two tie the knot, the string trio was the perfect background ambiance. The cobblestone streets, old gas light lamp posts, and the harbor views gave way for old New England charm photos!
This beautiful styled shoot took place at Rosecliff Mansion in Newport, drawing inspirations from the gilded age. The menu was developed using traditional culinary techniques, fresh locally sourced ingredients, and a modern day creativity.
A gorgeous fall day, a stunning venue and an all star vendor line up - what more could we ask for? Erica and Justin celebrated their special day at Roger Williams Botanical Garden.
A Gilded Age mansion boasting spectacular ocean views and lush gardens makes Rosecliff one of our favorite Newport venues.
"I believe that success is in the details. I focus on the elements and moments which are most important to you, and bring them to life through images."
Each and every couple we have the chance to work with brings their own unique energy to their special day, and Amanda & Audra's Newport celebration was no exception
Mount Hope Farm is hitting all the right chords with its new winter offering, The Farmer's Table, a pop up dining experience, hosted at the historic Governor Bradford House. Savor fine food, settle in for a cozy night at the Inn and get up to a country-style breakfast the next morning. It is both a gentle and opportune way to liven up those winter months with romance and fine farm-to-table fare.
Alex & Peter definitely brought romance and glamour to their Glen Manor House ceremony and reception this summer.
Ashlie & Bill celebrated their special day by hosting their reception at the New Bedford Whaling Museum, one of our eight exclusive venues, complete with glitzy and nautical touches as they danced the night away.
Summer in Rhode Island is absolutely beautiful, whether you are by the ocean or not. This elegant Providence Public Library wedding reception took place on a beautiful July day right in the heart of the city.
Weddings are considered one of the biggest days in a person's life and when you get the opportunity to share the momentous occasion with family and friends it makes the day just a little bit more special. This rustic Mount Hope Farm was no exception. Warmth radiated from all the love in the room as well as from the golden sunflowers the adorned the ceremony and reception.
Twinkling lights, lush greenery from Sayles Livingston, as well as crisp white & navy details adorned this historic space in a simply elegant fashion for this lovely summer wedding.
CRU Café, the latest endeavor from Russell Morin Catering & Events officially opened its doors on May 11th. Located next to VUE’ on 1 Casino Terrace in Newport, CRU offers the latest in craft café dining with a weekly changing menu that celebrates all things local and flavorful.
Winter weddings seem to be a hidden gem of what we do.
Glamorous table-scapes, glitzy linens, twinkling lights and mini-everything are here for 2015.
We sat down with our Managing Chef Neil Manacle who spoke with us about his experiences in the kitchen, food & dining today, as well as some tips for the newly engaged!
We wanted to share some dessert ideas with you because we’ve been in sweet heaven lately! The items coming fresh from our bakery department are simply divine…and some are down right adorable.
Although it seems like winter may never end, those warm sunny New England days will be here before we know it and in the catering world that means one thing: Wedding Season. The season we all (at least all of us at Morin’s) live for. So as we prepare for all of our 2015 brides and grooms, we thought we would share some highlights from our 2014 season at the Providence Public Library so you can see exactly why we love what we do!
This past Friday night we held our Craft Beer Dinner with Newport Storm. The dinner menu was crafted by one of our talented chefs and the brewery put a lot of thought into pairing the perfect brews to compliment the dishes.
Don't miss a chance to do something different! We are teaming up with Newport Storm to bring you a craft beer dinner which will take place at 'VUE in Newport. The menu is "wild" and unlike anything you can get in the area. Our talented chefs will be preparing the dishes in our new open kitchen right before your eyes.
Russell Morin Catering and Events is thrilled to announce our latest exclusive relationship with Newport Art Museum. The Griswold House, located on Bellevue Avenue in Newport, RI, is the home to the museum and boasts historic architecture, stimulating art collections, and surrounded by pristine grounds.
We've been featured on Style Me Pretty! Mount Hope Farm was the setting for this beautifully styled shoot we designed with some other top-notch industry vendors. The collaboration was flawless and the result? Well, just look at the images captured by Erin Mcginn Photography.
The Preservation Society Gala, this year themed “Le Bal Francais,” took place at the esteemed Marble House in Newport, RI. The black, white, and red décor designed by Zak Events was extravagantly theatrical. To add to the theatrics and thrill of the evening, live statue performances by Ten31 Productions awed guests as they mingled and enjoyed cocktails and hors d’oeuvres.
The intimate June wedding of Jami and Brian took place at the gorgeous Glen Manor House in Portsmouth, RI. This 35 person event featured pale hues of blush and ivory, tall crystal centerpieces full of flowers done by Stoneblossom, and entertainment that only true Vegas Entertainers would be able to provide – yes, they came all the way from Las Vegas along with their talented friends who made the event totally something to rave about.
The Annual Newport Flower show brings hundreds of people from all over to the Preservation Society's Newport Mansions. This three-day event involves intense setup and management. Russell Morin Catering & Events has been the trusted hospitality organizer of choice for 10 consecutive years. From cocktail parties to hors d'oeuvres for hundreds to stations and champagne dinners, we handle it all with the experience and skill an event of this size requires.
You simply cannot top Rosecliff when you are looking for a true Newport wedding.
Swarovski is a name that most people recognize. Classic and elegant are two words that fittingly describe this family business run today by 5th generation family members. The Providence Public Library matched this company perfectly in elegance and history, and RM certainly understood the value of the words “Family Owned.” Lounge Furniture from AFR, flowers by Jephry and lighting by Ormonde Productions made this event something to talk about.
Looking for a down-to-earth refreshing summer cocktail? We have just the recipe for you to try.
We loved being a part of this spring inspired rehearsal dinner that took place at the International Tennis Hall of Fame in Newport, Rhode Island.
This year Miriam Hospital held a Soho-Chic annual fundraiser at Rhodes on the Pawtuxet.
We came up with a list of brand new herb-infused cocktails for this 2014 season and we think this one is PERFECT for Spring. This Strawberry Basil Smash combines the sweetness of seasonal berries with the unmistakable taste of fresh basil.
Mount Hope Farm is among very few wedding venues whose main goal is preservation, not profit. This Wedding Venue is an actual working farm, and money earned from events goes right back into the land, the people, and of course, all of the animals.
Ashley and Anthony said their vows amongst the vines of Jonathan Edwards Winery in Stonington, Connecticut. Lavish linens and rustic touches were the perfect compliments to this beautiful venue. Warm apple cider set up on our signature Barrel Bar as guests arrived showed that the bride and groom put thought into the smallest details. The couple worked closely with Sarah True from True Event and Erica Phillips (one of our Event Specialists) to make their vision come to life. They used a mix of round and rectangular tables with touches of purple and poppy to create a dramatic statement in the Sperry Tent on-site. Big Party Orchestra had the guests dancing the night away. Late night snacks sent the guests off with full stomach and a reminder of the bride and groom’s appreciation.
This vibrant backyard wedding was held in South Dartmouth, Massachusetts. Fall inspired details met nautical New England charm and collided to make one amazingly beautiful event.
Callie and Caleb’s backyard wedding was so perfectly detailed and laid out it was as though this South Dartmouth, MA home was made for such an event.
Our chefs love a challenge! For this birthday party, we matched the menu to the intimate interior of The Chinese Tea House in Newport, RI.
The mother of one of our grooms asked us to replicate an open kitchen chef’s table for her son’s rehearsal dinner. Our talented chefs chose a menu that could be cooked over natural hardwood charcoal, and made the whole open kitchen come to life.
Kate and Jay’s rustic private home wedding had us swooning over the adorable details and vibrant mix of colors and fabrics it encompassed. The ceremony took place in a beautiful shingled barn, and was extremely intimate — only 20 people were in attendance!
Here is a recent brunch we catered at a private home in Westport, MA. The scene boasted a historic barn which was the perfect backdrop for guests to leisurely enjoy brunch after an exciting wedding the night before.
Laureena and Patrizio held and sleek, modern, black and white wedding reception at the Providence Public Library. The couple used the Library’s grand spaces and created a very trendy soirée.
A perfect combination of relaxed and casual with high end touches. This couple utilized all of the grounds surrounding Cove Cabin, and were married with the ocean as their backdrop.
When you are marrying a set designer, and you have an event planner for a mother, you know you are going to be taken care of when it comes to nailing down the details of your wedding day. Erin and Trevor chose the Barn at Mount Hope Farm as the backdrop for their beautifully designed reception. If you want a true definition of DIY, well this wedding is it!