Josh is joined by Andrea Gonzalez-Evans (The Pritzlaff) and Yvette Tenorio (Boerner Botanical Gardens) of Zilli Hospitality Group to break down two of the biggest early wedding decisions: venue selection and catering—and how closely they impact each other.
They recommend starting with two essentials before touring: a realistic guest-count estimate (so you don’t fall in love with a space that can’t fit your people) and a clear style/vibe (often helped by a Pinterest board). The trio also emphasizes choosing a venue team you genuinely connect with, since you’ll likely work together for a year or more.
The conversation then dives into the benefits of in-house or exclusive catering: fewer vendors to coordinate, fewer repeated planning steps, and a smoother experienceoverall. An in-house team already knows the venue’s layout, inventory, and logistics—meaning couples don’t have to worry about setup details, cleanup, or last-minute surprises.
Finally, Andrea and Yvette highlight what makes their venues unique—Pritzlaff’s historic Milwaukee charm and capacity flexibility, and Boerner’s lush garden setting packed withphoto locations and a calm, destination-like feel close to the city.
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