South Indian Wedding Kalyana Saapadu at Lansdowne Resort

A Traditional Banana Leaf Thali Experience At Rupa Vira’s Catering Services, we had the honor of catering a beautiful three-day South Indian wedding celebration at Lansdowne Resort in Leesburg, Virginia. For the wedding lunch, the family chose a traditional Kalyana Saapadu–style meal, served in a steel thali lined with banana leaf. This presentation blends the

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A Timeless Celebration at Main Street Station: Richmond, VA

Monica & Milan’s Richmond Wedding There are some celebrations that leave an imprint on your heart long after the last farewell — and Monica & Milan’s June wedding at the historic Main Street Station in Richmond, Virginia was exactly that kind of unforgettable day. Surrounded by stunning architecture, heartfelt traditions, and a joyful gathering of

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Rupa Vira’s Catering Shines at the Dream Shaadi Showcase

We were thrilled to be part of the Shaadi Showcase at Westfields Marriott, an incredible South Asian bridal show that brings together the best in wedding planning—from fashion and décor to, of course, food! At Rupa Vira’s Catering Services, we take immense pride in curating exquisite menus that blend traditional flavors with modern culinary innovations.

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Celebrating Love and Tradition: The Enchanting Wedding of Maria and Shantanu – Hyatt Baltimore

In the heart of Baltimore, amidst the vibrancy and cultural splendor, Maria and Shantanu’s wedding unfolded as a testament to their beautiful journey together. From their serendipitous meeting on a crisp Thanksgiving weekend in 2015 to their soulful union in matrimony, their story is a canvas painted with love, coincidence, and destiny. The Meeting That

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A Blossom of Flavors: Crafting a Custom Cherry Blossom Dessert with Rupa Vira Catering Services

At Rupa Vira Catering Services, we believe in the power of personalization. Every event we cater is a new canvas, an opportunity to blend flavors, cultures, and themes into a culinary masterpiece. It’s not just about crafting a menu; it’s about creating experiences, memories, and moments that last a lifetime. This commitment to customization and

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  • Blushing Bride: Gargee wore a traditional Indian wedding gown custom made by Kamakshi Designer Studio in the city of Ahmedabad, in western India. Her bangles were a gift from her parents, and her necklace and earrings were from her uncle. “Each piece was given to me by close family,” she says.
  • Sworn to Protect: Hindu tradition dictates that the groom carry a sword to symbolize his promise to protect his bride from harm. This prop sword and Manish’s traditional wedding attire were purchased from Kora in the Indian city Ahmedabad. The Citizen watch belonged to Manish’s grandfather, purchased when hefirst arrived in the U.S.in the 1980s.
  • Here Comes the Groom: As part of the Bharath groom procession, Manish arrived at the ceremony riding in a convertible with his sister. “We played music and danced and had a good time,” he says.

A Nod to Tradition: Manish & Gargee Intimate Wedding

Checkout out Gargee & Manish’s wedding featured in Richmond Bride. Gargee Patel and Manish Patel met through mutual friends in college. (They already had the same last name, Patel being the Indian equivalent of Smith or Brown in the U.S.) Manish, a student at the University of Maryland, Baltimore County, was supposed to tutor Gargee,

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