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One of my favorite parts of our cocktail hour was the mariachi band.
When we were first told they were part of the venue rental I was actually kind of indifferent but I can’t tell how happy I am that we had them. They set the mood beautifully with happy, celebratory music. None of us speak Spanish so I have no idea what songs they played but it didn’t matter. I think anyone can enjoy a mariachi band regardless of language.
While the mariachi band played, our sweet waiters came around to make sure everyone had a drink.
Then they started to bring out tons and tons of amazing hors d’oeuvres.
Are you ready to see all the noms?
We left the food selection up to Al Cielo’s chef. Best. Decision. Ever. The food was absolutely amazing and rivaled any five star restaurant here in the states. Our family and friends still rave about how amazing the food was.
Mr. Meerkat, being the foodie that he is, really got into trying all the different creations.
After we had a few bites, we were able to start mixing and mingling with our guests. Since we had such a small number of guests I was so afraid that after 10 minutes we would all just be staring at each other but I was wrong.
Everyone talk, laughed and had a great time.
I even had a little time to sit with Ked and look through her photos.
But all too quickly Sol told us it was time to start the family photos. I sat my margarita down and we headed over to where our families were waiting.
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These pictures are incredible, and that food? I want to devour it. And that first picture is just amazing 
This just made me really hungry. And thirsty. And wow, I just love your wedding more and more with each recap, so pretty and so happy and full of love.
awesome Carla! these details are awesome! The Al Cielo Chef really has a nice presentation.
I think live music is a great complement to any cocktail hour and the hors d’ oeuvres look amazing. Their presentation is awesome.
Aww that Mariachi looks like so much fun, and um, the food looks AMAZING!!!!!!!!!
Holy jeez that food looks amazing. I love the added touch of the mariachi band! I can only imagine what it must have sounded/felt like on that beach.
I seriously love your wedding! The food looks delish, the mariachi band has a super cool blue harp, and you are just beaming in every single picture!
Love your shawl, MK! You look super gorgeous and classy 
Oh, and I want to eat ALL of that food. Mmmm.
@Damselfly: I get hungry every time I look at those pics! 
@Miss Seal: That shawl was totally unplanned. I actually bought it in Mexico because it was cooler in the evenings that we thought it would be. Worked out good though!
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Mrs. Meerkat, Kalamazoo, MI/Riviera Maya Age and Occupation: 30, Application Engineer Fiance's Age and Occupation: 23, IT Consultant Engagement Date: July 26, 2008 Wedding Date: December 2010 Venue: Al Cielo / La Laguna About Me: I’m a tech-savvy tomboy with an affinity for hot tea and good sushi. Us Meerkats are just a couple fun lovin’ geeks from Michigan. We love anything having to do with movies, books, video games or technology and we hold a special place in our hearts for our two very spoiled shih-tzus, Wicket and Bravo. We also LOVE to travel. We love it so much it only took us 12 hours after we got engaged to decide to have a destination wedding. We are working our little Meerkat tails off planning a rustic-chic, travel themed destination wedding in the Riviera Maya with a semi-formal, vintage-turned-modern, outdoor at home reception back here in Michigan.
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