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  1. Event Tech & Virtual

Forecast: 8 New Ideas for Summer Events

Ideas, products, trends, and other new stuff to have on your radar from across North America.

Michele Laufik
May 25, 2017

From graphic rental items in Miami to inventive banana pudding treats in New Jersey, here's a look at the latest new products, ideas, and trends from across North America.

Chic disposable partyware from San Francisco-based Harlow & Grey, which was founded by event designer Gloria Wong and lifestyle blogger Jeanne Chan, is an upgrade from standard paper plates. The collections include the blush pink Goddess and the Art Deco-esque Noir, both of which include items such as plates, garlands, and cake toppers. The duo also recently launched a new watercolor-inspired collection called Daydream. Items range in price from $5.50 to $18.
Chic disposable partyware from San Francisco-based Harlow & Grey, which was founded by event designer Gloria Wong and lifestyle blogger Jeanne Chan, is an upgrade from standard paper plates. The collections include the blush pink Goddess and the Art Deco-esque Noir, both of which include items such as plates, garlands, and cake toppers. The duo also recently launched a new watercolor-inspired collection called Daydream. Items range in price from $5.50 to $18.
Photo: Courtesy of Harlow & Grey
Miami-based Ronen Rental recently released a new fabric pattern for its ottomans. The bold graphic stripes look is an option for three sizes: the big square, $195; the rectangle, $175; and the cube, $60, which are all available for rent in South Florida.
Miami-based Ronen Rental recently released a new fabric pattern for its ottomans. The bold graphic stripes look is an option for three sizes: the big square, $195; the rectangle, $175; and the cube, $60, which are all available for rent in South Florida.
Photo: Courtesy of Ronen Rental
Unarthodox, located in the Chelsea neighborhood of New York, is a high-tech studio space that offers creative teambuilding activities, including a blindfolded sculpture class, a paint-and-sip party, virtual-reality storytelling, and more. The venue has worked with clients such as ABC and Spotify and is available for pop-up events and private parties. Pricing is available upon request.
Unarthodox, located in the Chelsea neighborhood of New York, is a high-tech studio space that offers creative teambuilding activities, including a blindfolded sculpture class, a paint-and-sip party, virtual-reality storytelling, and more. The venue has worked with clients such as ABC and Spotify and is available for pop-up events and private parties. Pricing is available upon request.
Photo: Alvaro Montagna
Liz Leadbetter and Danielle Couick of Magnolia Bluebird Design & Events recently founded the Event Coordination Company in Washington, providing month-of event management services for social events. The company offers consulting and planning services, vendor management, and event-day logistics services.
Liz Leadbetter and Danielle Couick of Magnolia Bluebird Design & Events recently founded the Event Coordination Company in Washington, providing month-of event management services for social events. The company offers consulting and planning services, vendor management, and event-day logistics services.
Photo: Courtesy of the Event Coordination Company
For an upgraded take on barbecues, Parts & Labour Catering & Events in Toronto offers a branded asado station designed by Castor Design. The customizable menu includes a variety of meats and five sides. Pricing starts at $80 a person for groups with a 50-person minimum.
For an upgraded take on barbecues, Parts & Labour Catering & Events in Toronto offers a branded asado station designed by Castor Design. The customizable menu includes a variety of meats and five sides. Pricing starts at $80 a person for groups with a 50-person minimum.
Photo: Courtesy of Parts & Labour
The 'Perfect Pint Experience' at the newly redesigned Guinness Store inside the Shoppes at Mandalay Bay in Las Vegas combines teambuilding with Irish imbibing. During the activity, groups learn the six steps to pouring a perfect Guinness pint before tasting. It’s the first experience of its kind outside of the Guinness Storehouse in Dublin. Packages are available for groups; pricing is available upon request.
The "Perfect Pint Experience" at the newly redesigned Guinness Store inside the Shoppes at Mandalay Bay in Las Vegas combines teambuilding with Irish imbibing. During the activity, groups learn the six steps to pouring a perfect Guinness pint before tasting. It’s the first experience of its kind outside of the Guinness Storehouse in Dublin. Packages are available for groups; pricing is available upon request.
Photo: Courtesy of Mandalay Bay
Grace Connor launched Boston-based Little G Ice Cream Company at the age of 16. Now 17, the young entrepreneur provides handmade flavors like Chocolate Milk and Cookies and Marshmallow Crispy Treat in both gallon containers and individual portion cups. The company recently debuted its spring flavor lineup, which includes Carrot Cake, Easter Egg Hunt with malted milk ice cream and chocolate candy bars, and Peanut Butter Cup Cheesecake. The ice cream ships nationwide via Goldbely in six- and 10-pint packs for $109 and $149, respectively. It’s also sold in specialty grocery stores in the greater Boston area.
Grace Connor launched Boston-based Little G Ice Cream Company at the age of 16. Now 17, the young entrepreneur provides handmade flavors like Chocolate Milk and Cookies and Marshmallow Crispy Treat in both gallon containers and individual portion cups. The company recently debuted its spring flavor lineup, which includes Carrot Cake, Easter Egg Hunt with malted milk ice cream and chocolate candy bars, and Peanut Butter Cup Cheesecake. The ice cream ships nationwide via Goldbely in six- and 10-pint packs for $109 and $149, respectively. It’s also sold in specialty grocery stores in the greater Boston area.
Photo: Patrick Sporleder
Located in Jersey City, New Jersey, banana pudding haven #Baonanas—yes, the hashtag is part of the name, and “bao” comes from the Chinese character that means baby—has reimagined the classic treat by making it lighter and fluffier with a variety of flavors like s’mores, strawberry, French toast, and more. The company offers several catering choices as well, including the #Baomobile, $899; a scooping station, $699; and packaged scoops, $599. All options serve 100 guests for one hour and include four flavors.
Located in Jersey City, New Jersey, banana pudding haven #Baonanas—yes, the hashtag is part of the name, and “bao” comes from the Chinese character that means baby—has reimagined the classic treat by making it lighter and fluffier with a variety of flavors like s’mores, strawberry, French toast, and more. The company offers several catering choices as well, including the #Baomobile, $899; a scooping station, $699; and packaged scoops, $599. All options serve 100 guests for one hour and include four flavors.
Photo: Courtesy of Baonanas
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