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With an in-house creative floral department we are uniquely qualified to have your overall wedding theme work effortlessly with both your ceremony and reception. Our floral designers take your vision and represent it through color, style and function. They always have new ideas to make your flowers different from other weddings you’ve been to, and they will manage the delivery of flowers to your offsite ceremony as well. The Westwood catering facility and floral department combine to make your event a cohesive, exquisite event! Why choose two different partners when you can have just one?!

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Your Dad has been there every step of the way, giving you so many precious gifts over the years. He’s going through so many emotions on your big day, just as you are. What better way to thank him than by choosing The Westwood as your wedding destination?!?! The Westwood not only caters to your every unique need, it also can work within your budget; understanding there are so many expenses associated with the big day, The Westwood will help to meet your needs while not breaking your bank, or Dad’s!

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Choosing the right song to dance with your Dad can be tricky. You want something that has meaning for both of you, but is also memorable...you’ll be watching it for years to come most likely via video. Here’s a list of some songs you may not have considered, enjoy!
 

1. Bruce Springsteen – “When You Need Me”
2. Tom Petty – “Wildflowers”
3. Ben Folds – “Gracie”
4. Wilco – “My Darling”
5. Natalie Merchant – “Kind and Generous”
6. Loudon Wainwright – “Daughter”
7. Paul Simon – “Father and Daughter”
8. The Temptations – “My Girl”
9. Stevie Wonder – “Isn’t She Lovely”
10. Ray Charles – “Ain’t That Love”
11. Lulu – “To Sir With Love”
12. Nancy Sinatra – “It’s For My Dad”
13. Bob Marley – “Three Little Birds”
14. Heartland – “I Loved Her First”
15. Rascal Flatts – “My Wish”
16. Frank Sinatra – “I Wish You Love”
17. Billy Joel – “Just the Way You Are”
18. Beyonce – “Daddy”
19. Edwin McCain – “Walk With You”
20. Michael Buble – “Daddy’s Little Girl”
 

Brides today are also going the nontraditional song route or transitioning from expected to totally unexpected, often breaking out into choreographed hip hop, disco, rock dance routines with Dad by their side. Here are some of our faves...whatever you decide, have fun and enjoy the moment!

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Thank you for reading and taking an interest in The Westwood! We are a family owned and operated catering and banquet facility located in Garwood, New Jersey. This business has been in our family for generations. Five decades ago, our dad Joe began by partnering with four friends and overseeing the groundbreaking of what was originally the Hotel Scandia in 1962. Over the years, countless members of the Scalzadonna family have made The Westwood their home away from home. From our grandmother Lena to our own children, we have all taken an active role in making The Westwood what it is today. To say our family takes this business personally is an understatement.

We strive to make each event for our customers as special as those we’ve held for our own family, from start to finish. Here at The Westwood we have a staff of experienced Event Planners who will work with you to make your event a success throughout the entire planning process. We aren't simply a banquet hall or a venue, we take a personal interest and family-oriented approach to all our events and functions here at The Westwood. To that end, we spend countless hours attending catering shows, food presentations and a variety of seminars, changing our menus regularly. Most recently, we've become more active through social media such as this blog, Facebook, and Pinterest in order to better communicate with our clients and guests and to keep YOU up to date on all the latest happenings here at The Westwood.
 

Today, we are proud that The Westwood’s personal, family-oriented approach continues to make us the first choice for families like yours. We invite you to celebrate family, friends and traditions at The Westwood. We’re looking forward to seeing you soon!

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Who says a bride can’t be colorful on her Wedding Day? Not the Westwood!

When the big day arrives, what do the guests look forward to seeing on the bride? The dress of course! A beautiful gown that takes her groom and the guests breath away. But what about her shoes?

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Every bride waits for that breathtaking moment of being able to walk down the isle.  Her groom stands at the very end, waiting patiently awaiting for her arrival.  However, before the big day approaches, here are some tips and suggestions from the Westwood to make the day even more prefect and stress free!

By doing just a few of these suggested things, the bride can prepare herself for a very enjoyable day and or night.  Every bride deserves to feel comfortable and stress free on her Wedding Day!