If you’re thinking about making a Sweet 16 party, the realization is setting in that your little girl is approaching her mid teens, marking a passage from childhood to young adulthood. Where did the years go? The Sweet 16 has definitely evolved from having friends to the house for cake to an event that requires plenty of […]

Although you have spent countless hours planning your event, stressing over every detail, truth be told what people remember most about an affair is the food and service. The food is actually an element of entertainment. So when you hire a caterer/party planner you want to be sure you ask the right questions and provide […]

So you’re getting married. You’ve always dreamed of saying “I do” in your childhood home, and making the wedding uniquely yours. One of the best things about getting married in your own home or that of a close friend or family member is the ability to make it especially personal. You can incorporate family mementos, […]

Steeped in tradition, the Bar or Bat Mitzvah is a rite of passage that happens when a Jewish boy turns 13 or a girl 12, much like a Christian Confirmation. Perhaps you’ve been invited to your first Bar Mitzvah and you’re not quite sure what you should do or if there is any special protocol […]

It’s hard enough to deal with shattered dreams, unfulfilled promises and signed contracts, so when people ask “why,” unless they’re really close; you are not required to explain in detail. You can always say we made a joint decision to not get married right now. Your family and support system of friends will help you […]

The date is closer than ever and there’s nothing more pressing than the Big Day. You’re marrying your soul mate, but you still feel overwhelmed. You’re snapping at your parents and getting annoyed with your bridesmaids. You’ve got a list of “what if’s” that have put you in panic mode. Brides have cornered the market […]

We rely on the creative wizardry of events made special thanks to planners, caterers, floral designers, lighting specialists and the like. These are the experts that transform worry into wonderful, an event into an experience. But knowing how to choose the right service professional with both reputation and reliability often presents a challenge. Remember, the […]

What do you say when your fiancé announces that his or her parents want you to sign a pre-nuptial agreement? You’re suddenly wondering what your future in-laws really think of you. And, what do you say to your future husband (or wife) now that you’re feeling like a gold digger? That all important pre-nup doesn’t […]

No wonder the parents of the bride and groom are upset at the prospect of a destination wedding. Sure, they’re all the rage according to the soon-to-be newlyweds, but mom and dad have been dreaming of the big wedding with family and friends. Besides, they’re concerned about how Grandma will manage to sit on a […]

WEALTH MATTERS | Paul Sullivan, NY Times 9 a.m. EDT July 3, 2015 SEE THE ARTICLE ON nytimes.com HAVING a party for friends is supposed to be fun. But that may not necessarily be true for the hosts, who do the planning and then often feel that they must make sure everyone is having a good time. David […]

The day has finally arrived! A day of celebration as it is with great pleasure and pride that we introduce to you to The Chosen Few! Catering: Abigail Kirsch Creative Edge Parties Michael Scott Events STARR Events   Event Design & Floral Artistry: DeJuan Stroud Inc. Diana Gould Ltd. Frank Alexander NYC Stonekelly Events Pat Glenn Productions Anthony Taccetta […]

5 Tips for Haute Summer Entertaining BY CHRISTINA DIPIETRO  |  MAY 15, 2015  |  HauteLiving.com When it comes to summer entertaining, we know who to turn to for advice. Haute Living asked members of The Chosen Few, an elite society for event professionals created by Harriette Rose Katz, to provide their go to tips for having a […]

At Home with Special Events Maven Harriette Rose Katz NYC’s premier event planner gives us a peek at her designer pad — and her two adorable dogs September 26, 2014, Kathleen Squires VIEW FULL ARTICLE AT NEWYORK.COM It was 1967, she was newly married and she just about had given up looking for an apartment. “I […]

Hotels give kosher cuisine an upgrade  Nancy Trejos, USA TODAY9 a.m. EDT September 28, 2014SEE THE ARTICLE ON USATODAY.COM Harriette Katz recalls groaning anytime a client asked for kosher food to be served at a wedding or other event that she planned.”Kosher food used to have a stigma that it wasn’t any good,” says Katz, founder […]

FEATURED MEMBER: Fancy That NYC Dream it and they can create it! Diane Bienstock Setchen, and the rest of the talented team at Fancy That NYC, design the most unique, special, and amazing invitations that you can imagine. Their passion for design, knowledge of modern materials, elegant printing techniques, clever accessories, and thought-provoking party favors always capture the […]

FEATURED: STONEKELLY EVENTS Aside from their sumptuous choices in flowers, Jennifer Stone and Marco Olmi from STONEKELLY in New York City are sensational at shaping a client’s vision into a beautiful celebration. Combined with their floral artistry, their innovative event design skills — from furniture, to lighting, draping, and set design — completely transform each […]

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Bringing The Chosen Few to life is a dream come true for event planner, Harriette Rose Katz. Hailed by the Wall Street Journal as “The Queen of Top-of-the-line Social,” Harriette’s 35 years in the event industry means she knows who the best of the best New York event professionals are, whether they are household names […]

OUR FIRST “LUNCH WITH A FEW” took place today, hosted by The Chosen Few founder, Harriette Rose Katz in her stunning Manhattan apartment. In attendance at the intimate luncheon were New York event industry leaders and CF Inductees Marc Jason of Total Entertainment, Mark Rose of Mark Rose Flowers & Events, Peter Markowitz of Frost Productions, Carla Ruben of Creative Edge […]

FEATURED: STARR TENT, WEDDING TENTS, STRUCTURES & ENVIRONMENT CONTROL For well over 20 years, we have admired how Starr Tent approaches each party site with fresh eyes, thoughtful planning, and stylish, up-to-date equipment. Starr Tent provides beautiful, high-end quality tents and atmospheric support for well-known event professionals to help produce exquisite settings across the country. Their serviceable equipment includes: marquee […]

A big, wonderful “thank you” to Marshall Heyman of The Wall Street Journal for featuring the launch of The Chosen Few in his column today. As I said to Marshall in the interview for the article, “The Chosen Few is an elite society that celebrates superior creativity” in the events industry and was something I had to do! These wonderful artists […]

As our dear friend Gael Greene, a restaurant critic for 46 years, best-selling author and co-founder of Citymeals-on-Wheels, said when she opened her invitation to the induction ceremony for The Chosen Few: “[I’m] Bowled over by the elegance and pomp of Harriette Rose Katz’s invitation to celebrate the induction of The Chosen Few. Could be a coronation […]