A few years ago in our neighborhood my husband and I decided to host a driveway happy hour. We knew our neighbors and waved in passing but we didn't ever take the time out of our busy live's to really have intentional conversations. At driveway happy hour we shared drinks, light snacks and meaningful conversation while our kids played together in the front yard. Now our neighbors are great friends. What if we did this all the time in our every day busy lives? What if we truly took the time to share stories and got to know one another?

One of the main reasons why I run an event business is because bringing people together truly brings me joy. My favorite part of events are the part where everyone gathers around the table and shares a meal and conversation. I contacted my favorite catering company SaltBlock Catering Co. about the idea of having pop-up dinner parties around unique places in Tampa and they were so excited to offer this together. They had also been working on this concept already. I am so excited to join with them to design and style unique places throughout the Tampa area so you can learn about and experience these venues, meet local business owners that we partner with but more importantly share a meal with friends, loved ones and neighbors. I am excited about building community right around the dinner table. Welcome back to the table, Tampa.

There will be live music, craft drinks, a four course meal paired with the best wine and you will make so many new friends in a beautifully styled setting. The are two seatings available with only 32 seats at each to keep the dinner intimate. This time we partnered with Foundation Coffee Co. to use their future coffee shop location in Tampa Heights. It has the most beautiful exposed brick and an inviting courtyard. Trust me, there coffee is AMAZING (you can check out their Riverview location at 10022 Carr Road). Other sponsors include Caroline & Evan Photography Wish Vintage Rentals, Kate Ryan Linens and Set Event Rentals.

You can go here to purchase tickets. We can't wait to get back to the table with you!

Hi friends! I can't believe I haven't officially officially made an announcement that we moved back to Tampa. My husband and I both grew up in the area and call it home. After much thought we decided to move back for a better job opportunity for him and to be closer to family. It was in the works for over six months but once my husband got the job offer we kicked things in high gear and prepared to sell our home and start packing. We moved down just a few days ago and we are already feeling so incredibly welcomed. I made an announcement on Instagram where you can find me being the most social these days (@AmberVeatchDesigns). I had the sweetest comments welcoming me and celebrating with me and I have even had the chance to meet with some very talented vendors in the area. While it was sad to leave such strong friendships It truly feels like home and we are so excited for this new adventure. I am still booking events in north Florida but if you are a bride, groom or socialite needing help designing your next event or your an event vendor please reach out to me and let's meet. I am so excited to meet new people and work together!

Photo by La Bella Imagery Co-Designed by Megan Martin Creative and Amber VeatchDesigns Rentals by Set Rentals & Design

The next exciting news I have to share is that Set Rentals & Design will also be offering rentals and design in the Tampa area! If you aren't familiar with the other business I co-own with Megan Martin go check out our Facebook or Instagram and email us if you would like a brouchure of our inventory.

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