The go-to list of quintessential Vineyard goodies for gift bags and favors includes such favorites as Murdick’s Fudge, Chilmark Chocolates, and personalized bottles of Chilmark Spring Water. But there are many more offerings from Island businesses and artisans.

Many brides these days are choosing to put their personal stamp on the big event by handcrafting special wedding details, and those involving food are particularly appreciated by wedding-goers.

Martha's Vineyard hosts weddings across the Island landscape all year-round. Summer definitely has its fans, but the calmer shoulder seasons in spring and fall can mean more availability, and the Island winter has a stark, quiet beauty.

“We can look at the video and relive it all....It’s the closest thing to a reality TV show!” – Yoon

It was the ancient Roman playwright Plautus who wrote about marriage, “Let us celebrate the occasion with wine and sweet words.”

Making memories.

The groom’s cake is one way to give the man of the day some special recognition.

Making your bridal party happy.

Mary Hatch and Kevin Stange’s September wedding with Reverend Dr. Judy Campbell.