Though bad weather and insects are always a worry, you can’t beat an alfresco wedding for sheer romance. This popular Guelph-based outfit is sought after by couples who dream of exchanging vows in a picturesque barn or sylvan meadow; the company has done everything from delivering meals to private jets to catering an extravagant circus-themed dinner while acrobats performed overhead. AY is also a hit with companies that want to hold corporate events in unique settings. The food philosophy emphasizes seasonal and (wherever possible) local ingredients; Appetizingly Yours’ organic garden yields edible flowers and a range of fresh herbs. There’s also a line of miniatures: amuse-size versions of such favourites as roasted tomato soup and grilled cheese sandwiches; lamb mini-burgers with cherry tomato jam; wild mushroom tartlets with boursin and truffles; and handcrafted bite-size desserts.