Hummingbird Hollow

Hummingbird Hollow East Texas Garden Event & Wedding Venue This unique facility was established in 2000 by owners Jim and Dee Dee Turnage.

Tucked in a quiet corner of East Texas, this charming 19th century homestead now serves as the premier wedding venue in the area. Elmwood Gardens has been voted as the Best of the Bliss Wedding Location four years in a row by the Wedded Bliss magazine in 2010, 2011, 2012, and 2013. Elmwood Gardens also received the Bride's Choice Award in 2012, 2013, and 2014 by WeddingWire.com based on our client

reviews and The Knot Best Of Weddings in 2013 and 2014

From the charming European-style cottage gardens to the replica of ancient stone gardens in Ireland, the venue offers the perfect setting to express your unique personality. The forty-two hundred square foot ballroom is perfect to feature your elegant, vintage-inspired or rustic wedding. Lights, vineyards, fountains, and statues provide the perfect romantic atmosphere. The century-old cottages serve as dressing areas as well as hair studios for you and your bridal party. Elmwood Gardens offers Site Rentals and All-Inclusive Packages. We offer discounted rates for Friday and Sunday weddings. Elmwood Gardens has a maximum capacity of 300. Outside vendors are welcome at Elmwood Gardens. Elmwood Gardens Also offers in house event coordination.

It's breakout the Umbrellas time at Hummingbird Hollow and Texas Foodie Adventures in Palestine Texas.  Touring our gorg...
07/20/2024

It's breakout the Umbrellas time at Hummingbird Hollow and Texas Foodie Adventures in Palestine Texas. Touring our gorgeous 32 acre Visit Palestine, Texas in the rain is always so enjoyable since our lovely flowers and fauna love a summer shower. You will too. Call 903-549-2716 or text 214-557-3351 to schedule your property tour .

One of the most exciting parts of our tantalizing Texas Foodie Adventures at Hummingbird Hollow in Visit Palestine, Texa...
07/19/2024

One of the most exciting parts of our tantalizing Texas Foodie Adventures at Hummingbird Hollow in Visit Palestine, Texas is the surprise factor. It creates lots of sweet anticipation and Wow. When Texas Foodies come to our beautiful 32 acre ranch for a private dining experience they have no idea what's being on their four, five or six course tasting menus. After a private culinary preference conversation with our talented team, Chef Pamela creates a phenomenal feast that always dazzles and delights. Foodies In Texas love the concept You will too. It's always a night to remember. Call 903-549-2716 or text 214-557-3351 for reservations and information.

The fun-loving Grooms and Brides of Texas love our dazzling new outdoor reception area at Hummingbird Hollow in Visit Pa...
07/18/2024

The fun-loving Grooms and Brides of Texas love our dazzling new outdoor reception area at Hummingbird Hollow in Visit Palestine, Texas. Especially the outdoor living room and sandstone bar with a liveedge counter top. The feedback from opulent-minded couples has been amazing. They want our open air magic and private dining experiences on their Big Day. You will too. Our tantalizing Texas Foodie Adventures under the stars will be epic and a priceless memory you will cherish forever. We have lots of East Texas Wedding Ideas to help make your reception the best Wedding ever. Call 903-549 -2716 or text 214-557-3351 to schedule your property tour.

Chef Pamela of Hummingbird Hollow and Texas Foodie Adventures in Visit Palestine, Texas is truly a culinary rock star.  ...
07/17/2024

Chef Pamela of Hummingbird Hollow and Texas Foodie Adventures in Visit Palestine, Texas is truly a culinary rock star. She will always make you shine when the spotlight is the brightest. Learn more about her impressive career and path forward at https://boldjourney.com/meet-pamela-horowitz/

Hummingbird Hollow and our Texas Foodie Adventures are all about Yum, Yum and Yum.
07/16/2024

Hummingbird Hollow and our Texas Foodie Adventures are all about Yum, Yum and Yum.

Nothing takes a once-in-a-lifetime Texas Wedding to a new level of legendary status  more than decadent, delicious and b...
07/16/2024

Nothing takes a once-in-a-lifetime Texas Wedding to a new level of legendary status more than decadent, delicious and beautifully displayed delights. It's the best way to bring everyone together to sweetly celebrate your Big Day. Of course, no full service venue does it better than Hummingbird Hollow in Visit Palestine, Texas. Our Texas Foodie Adventures and Chef Pamela's desserts are definitely a crowd pleaser and game changer. They're, innovative, fun and fabulous. Call 903-549-2716 or text 215-557-3351 to learn more or schedule your property tour.

It was a fabulously fun weekend at Hummingbird Hollow in Visit Palestine, Texas as more and more stylish foodie Brides o...
07/15/2024

It was a fabulously fun weekend at Hummingbird Hollow in Visit Palestine, Texas as more and more stylish foodie Brides of Texas want to tie the knot at our gorgeous garden venue. They've heard great things about our tantalizing Texas Foodie Adventures, world class facilities and lush lilies. We're the perfect setting for elegant and fun-filled East Texas Weddings. With our great packages, why not come see for yourself? Call 903-549-2716 or text 214-557-3351 to schedule your property tour.

We're so excited.  Hummingbird Hollow, the region's premier Wedding venue for Today's Luxury Brides, will be making our ...
07/14/2024

We're so excited. Hummingbird Hollow, the region's premier Wedding venue for Today's Luxury Brides, will be making our debut on July 27th at the IDo Bridal Expo in Visit Tyler Texas. The upscale Wedding Show at the W.T. Brookshires Center is a breath of fresh air for the Brides and Vendors of East Texas. It's the perfect opportunity for the Brides of Texas to meet Chef Pamela to learn more about our gorgeous 32 acre garden venue and tantalizing Texas Foodie Adventures. Why not come meet all the top tier East Texas Wedding, Party, and Special Event Services like Complete Weddings + Events East TX and get lots of the fresh East Texas Wedding Ideas? It's going to be awesome. Call 903-549-2716 or 214-557-3351 for information and to schedule your property tour.

The scorching Texas summer heat changes everything in the Lone Star state.  Especially when it comes to working outside ...
07/13/2024

The scorching Texas summer heat changes everything in the Lone Star state. Especially when it comes to working outside in Visit Palestine, Texas, Visit Tyler Texas, Visit Athens Texas and All Things East Texas..That's why the work day starts at about 5 am at Hummingbird Hollow, the region's premier garden Wedding venue. When it comes to meticulous landcaping, event setup/breakdown and prepping for our tantalizing Texas Foodie Adventures, we want to avoid the hottest parts of the day whenever possible. It's also why many of our smart and savvy engaged couples are hosting twilight cocktail style events. With cooler temperatures, the beautiful Brides of Texas know these stylish Weddings are just more fun. Call 903-549-2716 or text 214-557-3351 for information and property tours.

Despite the sorching summer heat and stormy weather for All Things East Texas, our upscale renovations at Hummingbird Ho...
07/12/2024

Despite the sorching summer heat and stormy weather for All Things East Texas, our upscale renovations at Hummingbird Hollow in Visit Palestine, Texas continue on schedule. We're making our stylish new outdoor living room, cigar lounge, dance floor and private dining space for Texas Foodie Adventures the centerpiece for best Big Day ever. That's because when it comes to your Texas Wedding, from cocktails to the After Hours fun, we're all about the party. It has to be rock'n with lots of Wow. So we're building a bigger, better and much more impressive bar for all your guests to enjoy. A great bar helps make a great Wedding. The Grooms and Brides of Texas are going to love it. It's definitely a gamechanger. Look for photos in the coming weeks. Call 903-549-2716 or text 214-557-3351 to schedule your property tour.

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Planning a Once-in-a-lifetime Texas Wedding is a big deal and an awesome challenge.  This is uncharted territory for man...
07/11/2024

Planning a Once-in-a-lifetime Texas Wedding is a big deal and an awesome challenge. This is uncharted territory for many engaged couples from Visit Tyler Texas , Visit Athens Texas and believers in All Things East Texas. The beautiful and brilliant Brides of Texas find out very quickly that there's a lot of key decisions to be made and it can be overwhelming. Exhausting and exciting too. That's why tying the knot at Hummingbird Hollow in Visit Palestine, Texas is a great place to start. With our gorgeous gardens, 32 acres of enchantment, world class completely renovated facilities, Chef Pamela's guiding light and our highly-acclaimed Texas Foodie Adventures, we'll make all your East Texas Wedding Ideas come to life. Let us make you an exceptional Host when it matters the most. Call 903-549-2716 or text 214-557-3351 to schedule your property tour.

We loved yesterday's post Hurricane weather in Visit Palestine, Texas . The East Texas temperatures were a little cooler...
07/10/2024

We loved yesterday's post Hurricane weather in Visit Palestine, Texas . The East Texas temperatures were a little cooler and it was a gorgeous day at Hummingbird Hollow. It was just perfect for property tours, Brides doing Wedding Day walk throughs, Quinncenera photo shoots and twilight Texas Foodie Adventures. It's good to be busy in July. Our gorgeous 32 acre garden venue is the very best of All Things East Texas and the perfect setting for all your East Texas Wedding Ideas. That's why the Brides of Texas, Brides of Today, Brides of East Texas, Dallas Foodie Brides and Brides in Love are getting married here. With our private dining experiences, we're one of the premier Texas Wedding Venues. Call 903-549-2716 or text 214-557-3351to schedule your property tour.

Nothing helps you recover faster from a hurricane than cruising the Backroads of Texas and planning your Big Day at Humm...
07/09/2024

Nothing helps you recover faster from a hurricane than cruising the Backroads of Texas and planning your Big Day at Hummingbird Hollow with our tantalizing Texas Foodie Adventures in Visit Palestine, Texas. Our phenomenal private dining experiences are always one of the best ways to celebrate tying the knot at our beautiful 32 acre Texas Wedding Venues. It's the best way to make your East Texas Wedding Ideas come alive. Call 903-549-2716 or text 214-557-3351 for reservations and information.

Hurricane Beryl is a stark reminder that getting married can be an emotional rollercoaster.  With all the threats engage...
07/08/2024

Hurricane Beryl is a stark reminder that getting married can be an emotional rollercoaster. With all the threats engaged couples are now facing with their East Texas Wedding Ideas due to extreme weather, one of the most important benefits of hosting East Texas Weddings at Hummingbird Hollow are all the options we have to overcome the challenges of Mother Nature. With climate-controlled indoor seating for 300 guests with lots of Wow, 2 covered outdoor reception areas and 4 enchanting ceremony sites, no East Texas Wedding Venues is better prepared to help you host the Best Big Day ever. That's why so many brilliant and beautiful Brides of Texas love us. You will too. Call 903-549-2716 or text 214-557-3351 to schedule your property tour.

We're back at Hummingbird Hollow in Visit Palestine, Texas after our July 4th weekend adventure in the beautiful Green M...
07/07/2024

We're back at Hummingbird Hollow in Visit Palestine, Texas after our July 4th weekend adventure in the beautiful Green Mountains of Vermont just in time for the pending arrival of Hurricane Beryl. We escaped the scorching Texas heat and spent the past 5 days sailing, exploring and doing dining research for our tantalizing Texas Foodie Adventures. It was a fun-filled frolic and awesome holiday getaway.

We love watching the excitement and anticipation of the beautiful Brides of Texas  with elegant East Texas Wedding Ideas...
07/06/2024

We love watching the excitement and anticipation of the beautiful Brides of Texas with elegant East Texas Wedding Ideas, the Mother of the Bride and Dallas Party Invites when they come to Hummingbird Hollow near Montalba Connected to enjoy our tantalizing Texas Foodie Adventures. The vibe is awesome. It's a tasty romantic private dining experience that's second to none and perfect for celebrating your Big Day or life's most special moments. It always brings out the best in all our guests. Isn't it time for you to Indulge yourself with our phenomenal food? Call 903-549-2716 or text 214-557-3351 for reservations and information.

It's a new frontier of extreme weather across the country and we're working through any local issues everyday. We have n...
07/05/2024

It's a new frontier of extreme weather across the country and we're working through any local issues everyday. We have no choice. We're totally committed to giving you the Best Wedding Ever. From scorching heat to shifting seasons to violent storms to wildfire threats, All Things East Texas, premier Texas Wedding Venues like us and All things catered are constantly dealing with the challenges of climate change. Thankfully there's lots of rain in the forecast for next week. We couldn't be more proud of our talented and hardworking team at Hummingbird Hollow and Texas Foodie Adventures in Visit Palestine, Texas. We're all dedicated to making sure our gorgeous 32 acre garden venue looks spectacular on your Big Day. It's definitely a Labor of Love. Call 903-549-2716 or text 214-557-3351 to schedule your property tour. Don't forget to ask about our "After 8" Cocktail Style Wedding packages.

Happy 4th of July from Hummingbird Hollow and Texas Foodie Adventures in Visit Palestine, Texas.  God Bless America and ...
07/04/2024

Happy 4th of July from Hummingbird Hollow and Texas Foodie Adventures in Visit Palestine, Texas. God Bless America and Texas. We hope you have a fun-filled, delicious and relaxing Independence Day holiday. We look forward to seeing you soon to plan your Big Day, Big Event or private dining experience. After a few days of family fun, we're open for property tours and events starting Sunday. Call 903-549-2716 or text 214-557-3351 to schedule your visit.

More and more Texans are forgoing buying grown up toys or unnecessary things.  Instead they're getting wiser by changing...
07/03/2024

More and more Texans are forgoing buying grown up toys or unnecessary things. Instead they're getting wiser by changing their discretionary spending habits and going places. They want to enjoy the first hand experience of new adventures and the thrill of it all. That's why so many Brides of Texas, Fans of All things catered and Texas Small Business owners are looking to stay in the luxury cottages at Hummingbird Hollow in Visit Palestine, Texas and enjoy our tantalizing Texas Foodie Adventures. It's an elegant, romantic and exclusive private dining delight that you will cherish forever. It's the perfect way to celebrate your Lone Star life, tie the knot or recharge your relationship while expanding your horizons. Call 903-549-2716 or text 214-557-3351 for information and reservations. Nothing's more fun than Living Well together.

Planning an End of SummerParty or rock'n Texas Wedding at Hummingbird Hollow in Visit Palestine, Texas is a great way to...
07/02/2024

Planning an End of SummerParty or rock'n Texas Wedding at Hummingbird Hollow in Visit Palestine, Texas is a great way to stay cool this summer. Especially with our Late Night Cocktail Weddings or romantic Texas Foodie Adventures. They're always a rock star worthy experience. That's why the Brides of Texas and DFW Foodies love us. You will too. Call 903-549-2716 or 214-557-3351 to learn more or schedule your property tour. Don't forget our luxury onsite cottages.

After a restful day of recovering from Saturday's spectacular dessert reception for the prestigious White Coat ceremony ...
07/01/2024

After a restful day of recovering from Saturday's spectacular dessert reception for the prestigious White Coat ceremony for the Class of 2028 at the UT Tyler School of Medicine and savoring our rave reviews, we're up early this morning watering our gorgeous gardens at Hummingbird Hollow in Visit Palestine, Texas. Our stellar efforts in totally transforming our magnificent property into one of the most luxurious East Texas Wedding Venues has not gone unnoticed by the Brides of Texas. We booked 4 East Texas Weddings in June. The word is out in Visit Tyler Texas, Visit Athens Texas, Visit Lindale TX and All things catered, our Texas Foodie Adventures are epic. We're your private dining destination. Bring us your East Texas Wedding Ideas and we'll make you an exceptionally elegant Host when it matters the most. Call 903-549-2716 or text 214-557-3351 to schedule your property tour.

Yesterday was a big day for Hummingbird Hollow, Provence Catering of Texas and our tantalizing Texas Foodie Adventures i...
06/30/2024

Yesterday was a big day for Hummingbird Hollow, Provence Catering of Texas and our tantalizing Texas Foodie Adventures in Visit Tyler Texas. We were honored to cater the prestigious White Coat Ceremony celebrating the Class of 2028 at the new UT Tyler School of Medicine. Sponsored by UT Health East Texas and CHRISTUS Health, over 650 guests enjoyed a phenomenal dessert reception from the region's premier venue, private dining destination and off-premise caterer. We received rave reviews from everyone. They loved our decadent delights. Please join us in wishing these impressive Medical Students much success in their remarkable journey. Call 903-549-2716 or text 214-557-3351 to discuss how we can sweeten your Big Day or Big Event.

When it comes to elegant entertaining or a fabulous feast, the fun-loving Hosts and their guests at Hummingbird Hollow i...
06/29/2024

When it comes to elegant entertaining or a fabulous feast, the fun-loving Hosts and their guests at Hummingbird Hollow in Visit Palestine, Texas love it Big, Better and Best. Big Dreams, They love to Indulge their Big Expectations. No matter if it's the stylish Wedding of a Lifetime, a Milestone Moment, Family Reunion or Romantic Getaway, our couples expect the best guest experience possible at our gorgeous 32 acre garden venue and Texas Foodie Adventures. We always deliver. Call 903-549-2716 or text 214-557-3351 for information or schedule your property tour.

Our spectacular sunflower garden at Hummingbird Hollow in Visit Palestine, Texas  is an enchanting sight to behold and a...
06/28/2024

Our spectacular sunflower garden at Hummingbird Hollow in Visit Palestine, Texas is an enchanting sight to behold and a testimony to Chef Pamela's coming of age as a member of the Anderson County Master Gardener Association. Like her many of her flora and fauna loving colleagues, they're helping make What's Up in Anderson County, TX more beautiful everyday. Especially our gorgeous garden Weddings and tantilizing Texas Foodie Adventures.

We believe that when it comes to celebrating your happiness, the more the merrier always makes sense. That's why we love...
06/27/2024

We believe that when it comes to celebrating your happiness, the more the merrier always makes sense. That's why we love big extravagant events at Hummingbird Hollow in Visit Palestine, Texas like a stylish Lawn Garden Party Wedding amongst the flowers for 350 guests, with a crowded dance floor, a fabulously-fun Family Union for 400 or a dazzling off-premise dessert reception for 650 in Visit Tyler Texas. They all deserve the culinary magic of our Texas Foodie Adventures and Chef Pamela's beautiful presentation style. When it comes to Big Day dreams and priceless memories, we're the best. Call 903-549-2716 or text 214-557-3351for information or to schedule your property tour.

Yesterday's second annual Texas A&M AgriLife luncheon at Hummingbird Hollow in Visit Palestine, Texas was a huge success...
06/26/2024

Yesterday's second annual Texas A&M AgriLife luncheon at Hummingbird Hollow in Visit Palestine, Texas was a huge success. After strolling our gorgeous 32 property to see all our new gardens and upgrades, our guests enjoyed a tasty Texas Foodie Adventures and meeting with Chef Pamela. Aggies love her phenomenal food and beautiful presentation style. You will too. After a delicious luncheon, they exchanged recipes and culinary tips with our talented Executive Chef. We love Aggieland Weddings and being a preferred private dining destination for the mighty Aggie Nation.

Need a wonder-filled Wedding with lots of Wow or an All Things East Texas epicurean escape that delights the senses, we'...
06/25/2024

Need a wonder-filled Wedding with lots of Wow or an All Things East Texas epicurean escape that delights the senses, we've got you covered and then some. Hummingbird Hollow and our tantalizing Texas Foodie Adventures in Visit Palestine, Texas will make your Big Day, Milestone Moment or Romantic Getaway are awesome in every way. From gorgeous gardens to world class facilities to phenomenal food to a magnificent guest experience, we'll make sure you're an exceptional Host when it matters the most. We're all about spectacular Texas Weddings and Events That's why the beautiful Brides of Texas love us. You will too. Call 903-549-2716 or text 214-557-3351 for information or schedule your property tour. Don't forget to ask about our luxurious overnight accommodations. They're pretty sweet.

It's a very busy and exciting week for Hummingbird Hollow and Texas Foodie Adventures in Visit Palestine, Texas on and o...
06/24/2024

It's a very busy and exciting week for Hummingbird Hollow and Texas Foodie Adventures in Visit Palestine, Texas on and off property. Tomorrow we're hosting the Texas A&M AgriLife Ext of East Texas for a property tour and their annual luncheon. Last year's event was a groundbreaking success. They loved Chef Pamela's phenomenal food an
beautiful presentation style. Then we're hosting a remarkable Foodie couple for a posh private dining experience later in the week. Finally we Visit Tyler Texas on Saturday for a dazzling dessert reception for 600 guests. Of course we're available for property tours and more. Thanks for Living Well.

Last night was an awesome evening of priceless moments and responsible partying at Hummingbird Hollow in Visit Palestine...
06/23/2024

Last night was an awesome evening of priceless moments and responsible partying at Hummingbird Hollow in Visit Palestine, Texas . With June's Strawberry Moon shining brightly over All Things East Texas, it was the perfect backdrop for an epic evening of twilight magic, phenomenal food from Texas Foodie Adventures and sweet romance under the stars. All that was missing was you. Now's the perfect time for Texas couples to fall in all over again at our gorgeous 32 acre garden venue and celebration ranch. Call 903-549-2716 or text 214-557-3351 for reservations and information.

As the interest in Hummingbird Hollow in Visit Palestine, Texas and the excitement our tantalizing Texas Foodie Adventur...
06/22/2024

As the interest in Hummingbird Hollow in Visit Palestine, Texas and the excitement our tantalizing Texas Foodie Adventures continues to spread amongst the Brides of Today and Texas Foodies of tomorrow, more and more people are interested in learning about our luxurious overnight accommodations so they can plan their Big Day or romantic getaway. Call 903-549-2716 or text 214-557-3351 to learn more or schedule your property tour.

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Tucked in a quiet corner of East Texas, this charming 19th century homestead now serves as the premier wedding venue in the area. This unique facility was established in 2000 by owners Jim and Dee Dee Turnage. Elmwood Gardens has been voted as the Best of the Bliss Wedding Location four years in a row by the Wedded Bliss magazine in 2010, 2011, 2012, and 2013. Elmwood Gardens also received the Bride's Choice Award in 2012, 2013, and 2014 by WeddingWire.com based on our client reviews and The Knot Best Of Weddings in 2013 and 2014 From the charming European-style cottage gardens to the replica of ancient stone gardens in Ireland, the venue offers the perfect setting to express your unique personality. The forty-two hundred square foot ballroom is perfect to feature your elegant, vintage-inspired or rustic wedding. Lights, vineyards, fountains, and statues provide the perfect romantic atmosphere. The century-old cottages serve as dressing areas as well as hair studios for you and your bridal party. Elmwood Gardens offers Site Rentals and All-Inclusive Packages. We offer discounted rates for Friday and Sunday weddings. Elmwood Gardens has a maximum capacity of 300. Outside vendors are welcome at Elmwood Gardens. Elmwood Gardens Also offers in house event coordination.


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