From smaller events to large-scale parties, Hy-Vee has everything you need to plan your perfect day. From endless catering options to tasty cakes, cupcakes, and many other desserts, they make your day easy. Plus, they have an extensive floral department that will create gorgeous flower creations at an affordable price. We talked to Ashley Dimmitt, a Hy-Vee Floral Manager, about how her team creates one-of-a-kind celebrations for their clients.
Q: Let’s get to it, what’s your business’ specialty?
A: We specialize in everything from wedding cakes, sandwich trays, and wedding flowers, to customized Charcuterie boards, to even black tie events.
Q: Where can we find you?
A: We have 13 Twin Cities Locations. Brooklyn Park, Cottage Grove, Eagan, Lakeville, Maple Grove, Maplewood, New Hope Oakdale, Plymouth, Robbinsdale, Savage, Shakopee, Spring Lake Park.
Q: Tell us when and how your business began.
A: In 1930, With a goal to provide “good merchandise, appreciative service, and low prices,” Charles Hyde and David Vredenburg opened a small store in Beaconsfield, Iowa. The two men began calling their operation Hyde & Vredenburg in 1933. Now, we have more than 276 Hy-Vee locations in 8 states.
Q: What makes your company unique from others?
A: Hy-Vee offers an amazing variety of options for couples. From small pickup orders to full-service events with multiple deliveries. We custom-fit every wedding to you and your needs and work with all budgets and styles. From gorgeous bridal bouquets to late-night taco bars and sushi, don’t forget doughnuts for getting ready!
Q: Walk us through your average workday.
A: I spend most days helping customers, planning out displays and designing arrangements for all occasions. I love being creative, so my favorite part is helping couples with their consultations and putting together different combinations of blooms.
Q: How far in advance should a couple book with you?
A: Hy-Vee is super flexible, I have done smaller weddings with a few days’ notice and large events planned a year out.
Q: What would you want couples searching for their catering or flowers to know?
A: All our weddings are custom – you are a unique couple, and your wedding needs are too! If you have an idea, ask about it! Let’s make it happen!
Q: What’s trending in wedding eats and floral right now?
A: Buffets are back in a big way! Mini treats such as donuts, cupcakes and other dessert items are always a hit. In floral I’ve been super excited to see couples choosing more unique color combinations and mixtures of styles and textures. I have also seen some couples heading towards more simple elegant classic choices. Ultimately I tell couples to forget what is hot now, and go with what makes them happy!
Q: What do you think we’ll see more of in cake/catering/or floral trends?
A: I think we will continue to see weddings reflecting the couple and their own personal tastes. It’s a great way to celebrate your relationship! Every couple deserves a fantastic wedding whatever their budget is, so we need to get creative!
Q: What are your other hobbies and passions besides creating delicious eats/making gorgeous floral arrangements?
A: Spending time with family!
LIGHTNING ROUND!
Q: Who’s your most played artist on your streaming service?
A: Trolls World Tour – I have young kids!
Q: Mountains or Beach?
A: Mountains
Q: Go-to cocktail (or mocktail)?
A: Something Fruity!
Q: When you were little, what did you want to be when you grew up?
A: Pharmacist
Q: You’re at brunch. Are you going for something sweet or savory?
A: Crepes with a side of bacon…..so both!
Q: Go-to comfort food?
A: Charcuterie Boards – aka adult lunchables!
Q: Duck Duck Grey Duck or Duck Duck Goose?
A: Duck, Duck, Grey Duck
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