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Waitress brings dinner to three hungry friends out for dinner at one of the best restaurants in Penn Valley

Best Restaurants in Penn Valley, CA: A Guide for Guests 

A bride and groom walking outside our Guesthouse, a wedding venue with lodging

Wedding Venue With Lodging: Stay & Celebrate in Nevada County

bridal party with bright wedding colors

Wedding Colors: Find Your Perfect Palette

Northern California Wedding Venue gazebo with flowers

Your Northern California Wedding: First Steps

A bride and groom kiss on the bridge at Rough & Ready Vineyards. Photo by Rebekah Townley Photography

The Ultimate Guide to Wedding Photographers: How to Hire the Best

Bridesmaids and groomsmen watching the happy couple kiss. Photo by Ashton Imagery

Personalized Wedding Party Gifts: Simple Ways to Show Appreciation

Happy couple holding hands by gazebo, inspired by Italian wedding venues. Photo by Mindful Media Photography

Italian-Inspired Weddings in Northern California

Happy couple walking around in Vietnam on their honeymoon

From “I Do” To Adventure: How to Combine Your Honeymoon Planning Into Your Wedding Prep

Rough and Ready Vineyards walkway from reception area to ceremony spot

Make Your Wedding Budget Go Further

Rough and Ready Vineyards Guesthouse

Questions to Ask a Northern California Wedding Venue

Bride and groom leisurely stroll the Rough & Ready Vineyards. Photo by Dream Capture Studios.

A Complete Wedding Vendor Checklist for Stress-Free Planning

Retro Joe Coffee Co's van Josephine all decorated for customers. photo by STEFDPHOTO

Mobile Coffee Cart: Retro Joe Coffee Co. the Perfect Addition to Your Wedding

Bride and groom kissing at their reception after planning their wedding in northern California. Photo by Heidi Peinthor Photography

How to Plan a Northern California Wedding in Less Than Six Months

A memory display table to honor deceased loved ones at a wedding. Photo by andrew & melanie photography

Honoring Deceased Loved Ones at Your Outdoor Wedding

A bride and groom embrace in the vineyards at their Napa Valley themed wedding in Nevada County. Photo by The Freckled Photographer

How to Create a Napa Valley-Inspired Wedding on a Budget in Nevada County

Cotton candy cart at our Nevada County wedding venue. Photo by Wild Love + Wanderlust

Top Outdoor Wedding Trends for 2025

Cropped photo of married couple holding thank you sign

The Ultimate Guide to Wedding Thank-You Notes: Timelines and Etiquette You Need to Know!

A bride and her bridesmaids conceal their faces with bouquets. Photo by Katelyn Bradley Photography

How to Save Money on Wedding Flowers

A bride and groom stroll through the Rough & Ready Vineyards

The Top 5 Reasons to Choose an Outdoor Wedding

The bride and groom dancing with their guests at Rough and Ready Vineyards. Photo by Mindful Media Photography

Dance the Night Away with Music Xpress

Bride enjoying a drink in front of Little Boozy Mobile Bar Co.'s "Rita aka Salud!" trailer. Photo by James Young Photography

Keep the Fun Flowing With Little Boozy Mobile Bar Co.

A bride and groom kissing at their ceremony with a backdrop of beautiful wedding flowers. Photo by Dream Capture Studios

How to Pick Wedding Flowers for Your Budget & Theme

The maid of honor gives a speech at Shelby and Ryan's wedding. Photo by Taylor Jean Photography

How to Craft the Best Maid of Honor Speech

Wedding ceremony at the Rough & Ready Vineyards. Photo by Elizabeth Jane Photography

10 Thoughtful Ways to Give Back on Your Wedding Day

Lucas and Shawna on the lawn in front of the Rough and Ready Vineyards guest house. Photo by Mindful Media Photography

Real Weddings Magazine Features Vineyard Nuptials

Groom and bride kiss behind the dessert table. Photo by Ashton Imagery

Your Sweet Guide to Wedding Dessert Ideas

Bi-racial couple visit a few wedding planning apps together on their sofa

8 Best Wedding Planning Apps to Help You Plan Your Big Day

Intimate wedding ceremony for millennial couple with their friend officiating

Can We Have a Friend or Family Member Officiate Our Wedding?

Bride and groom share a magical moment on the dance floor at their wedding reception

How to Dance to a Song with a Complicated Rhythm 

Photo of wedding flowers in boxes by Tahoe North Films

Expert Tips for Hiring Your Wedding Florist

A bride-to-be models a possible wedding gown to her excited friends at a bridal boutique

Tried and True Tips to Find the Wedding Dress of Your Dreams

Sunny wedding ceremony at the Rough & Ready Vineyards. Photo by Jana Johnston Photography

The Top 10 Wedding Etiquette Questions

Discover how to make your own wedding veil!

How to Make Your Own Wedding Veil in 5 Easy Steps

A wedding guest takes a photo of the bride, groom, and friends. Photo by Wild Love + Wanderlust Photography

The Best Wedding Hashtag Ideas, and How to Make Your Own

A newly-wedded couple walks triumphantly over the bridge at Rough & Ready Vineyards. Photo by Camden Ashley Photography

5 Reasons to Book Your Wedding Venue Early

Wedding guests engaged in conversation while having lunch

How Much Food and Drink Should We Order for Our Wedding?

Caterer in commercial kitchen carrying two plates of food with his assistant still at work

How to Choose the Best Wedding Caterer

Three young girls playing Jenga together at a Rough & Ready Vineyards wedding reception. Photo by Athena Kalindi

Should We Invite Kids to Our Wedding?

Wedding party photo by Still Musician

6 Advantages of Hiring a Wedding Planner

Table of photos and flowers at a Celebration of Life

Ideas for Honoring Your Loved One at a Memorial Service

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