You do not want to miss this celebration. Heroes and Hamburgers is a fun-for-all event in our great town of Bella Vista, AR, featuring Simple Pleasures’ amazing hickory fired cheeseburgers, great classic rock by Walrus, muscle cars from then-and-now and so many activities to choose from! What makes this event one that you can’t miss […]
Having an outdoor wedding in Northwest Arkansas? 10 tips to keep your wedding guests happy
It’s beginning to feel like summer here and you can cut the humidity with a knife. There’s a saying in Northwest Arkansas that “if you don’t like the weather, wait a few minutes and it will totally change.” I am amazed how quickly it turns from steaming hot to a chilly fall, and then to cold […]
The Do’s and Don’ts of Planning an Outdoor Event
Whether it’s the relaxed backyard environment or simply feeling closer to nature, there’s something special about an outdoor event. When planning an outdoor party, remember that there are a few more considerations as the great outdoors sometimes has a mind of its own. We’ve created a list of reminders, do’s and don’ts, to help you […]
What is a “Cool Car” & how do I get one?
A while back I was asked to write about classic car restoration. I felt like a dentist asked to perform rectal surgery. I understand the relationship of the body parts, but I wasn’t the right guy for the “operation.” As a classic car collector and enthusiast I understand the combination of mechanical skill and artistic wizardry […]
The Rustic Outdoor or Farm Wedding
There’s just something beautiful about escaping from the chaos and rat race of life and taking in the fresh air outside. The same can be said in finding the space for celebrating your wedding day with friends and family. Due in part to the fresh air and the swoon worthy images found online (on sites […]
Mustang vs. Camaro
We have lots of classic cars here at Simple Pleasures. These often serve as backdrops (or sometimes as moving props) for our special events. But they sometimes serve as an instigator of passionate “discussions” between car lovers. We don’t think we will settle the Mustang vs. Camaro debate today, but we thought we would acquaint […]
Weddings in the Round
One of the interesting things about weddings is that there are so many things within the ceremony and reception you can take for granted yet so many things you can make your own. Marriage is a venerable tradition/institution in many cultures so there is a certain method to the affair – the most important (and […]
Wedding Receptions: Served, Buffet, or something else?
One of the recurring themes on the Simple Pleasures blog is the different aspects of celebrating your special day. How do you make the food a distinctive and memorable part of your event that also says who you are? Today we’ll talk about three different ways to do that. Served Meal This is the most […]
Why a corporate retreat is important for a business
Everyone knows about the corporate holiday party,or the occasional corporate outing, but few companies take seriously the notion and importance of an annual company retreat. Such an event can be seen as an unnecessary expense and distraction instead of what it can be: a way to boost profits and reward employees. Today we want to […]
Traditions behind Bridesmaids and Groomsmen
Wedding celebrations aren’t just about feting the bride and groom; they’re also about honoring the friends and family who have supported and loved the couple throughout their relationship and in their individual lives. Bridesmaids and groomsmen deserve to be lauded for their support of the betrothed duo. They’ve likely been there from the beginning, as […]