Recent Press

We’re honored to be featured in Pamela Tatz’s recent wedding photography highlight, which beautifully captures the charm and elegance of La Venta Inn. With panoramic ocean views, historic Spanish architecture, and lush garden settings, our venue served as the perfect backdrop for an intimate and timeless celebration. From sunlit portraits to romantic coastal moments, every detail was thoughtfully framed to reflect the natural beauty and unique atmosphere of La Venta Inn.

We’re proud to be featured alongside our exclusive catering partner, Made by Meg, in a recent wedding spotlight by Pamela Tatz. Set against the sweeping ocean views and historic charm of La Venta Inn, this celebration beautifully captured the essence of a timeless coastal wedding. From the elegant ceremony to a curated culinary experience on the terrace, every detail reflected the seamless partnership between our venue and Made by Meg’s exceptional team.

We’re honored to be featured in Pilar Floral’s stunning wedding gallery, showcasing a vibrant Matisse inspired celebration held at La Venta Inn. Nestled in the hills of the Palos Verdes Peninsula, our historic venue offered an elegant and scenic setting for this bold, artfully curated celebration, brought to life by a talented team of creatives. From sweeping ocean views to timeless architecture, La Venta Inn helped set the stage for an unforgettable day full of color, joy, and elevated design.

Made by Meg Catering, the official caterer for La Venta Inn had the honor of being South Bay’s Favorite Caterer for 2025. We can be found on pages: 45, 49 and 72.

Meg Walker, founder of Made by Meg Catering and operator of La Venta shares how LGBTQ+ couples are reshaping wedding traditions, embracing authenticity and crafting celebrations that showcases their own love stories. From embracing gender-neutral attires to reimagining pre-wedding traditions, she shares how the script is getting flipped. To find out more about how the traditional wedding playbook is being redefined, dive into this article!

In this article, Meg Walker, exclusive caterer to La Venta Inn, goes over a common mistake to avoid when planning the timeline of your wedding to ensure that everything goes smoothly and happens on time. To find out what this common mistake is, read the article to get a better insight for your upcoming wedding.

The LA Times articles features the historic La Venta Inn as an inclusive space for all with a rich history, panoramic ocean views, and full-service event offerings perfect for a scenic coastal wedding venue.

Meg Walker, founder of Made by Meg Catering and operator of La Venta Inn, shares her input on trendy wedding beverage stations to impress your guests. If you want to surprise your guests with your drinks station, her insights are not to be missed.

Meg Walker, founder of MBM Hospitality provides tips on how to survive destination weddings: from staying hydrated to eating clean so you can enjoy the whole wedding experience.

The journalist highlights “with nearly a century of character and a modern commitment to hospitality that affirms all identities, La Venta Inn offers couples a space to celebrate that feels both elevated and completely their own.” In addition, the piece also calls out Made by Meg catering in the top-level summary at the beginning of the article, noting “exclusive in-house catering by Made by Meg features customizable menus rooted in seasonal California ingredients, paired with seamless day-of coordination and service.”

Amrita Events created a peaceful atmosphere at La Venta Inn creating a timeless experience for the couple and their guests.

Made by Meg Catering had the honor of winning Best Caterer of 2025 in the Los Angeles area.

A stunning coastal view and amazing architecture at La Venta Inn set the stage for the wedding of Anna Beth and Anthony.

Meg’s Marvel Photography captures the charming small wedding at La Venta Inn which began with a serene sunrise over the coastal views, setting the stage for a perfect morning ceremony. Julie and Nicholas personalized the day with thoughtful details, from Julie’s blue flowers to the first look and family moments. The celebration continued with a coffee hour, delicious food, and heartfelt toasts, culminating in stunning photos of the couple. The event was a perfect blend of warmth, elegance, and joy, making it a truly memorable day.

Meg Walker, founder of Made by Meg Catering and operator of La Venta Inn, reveals the top wedding food trends for 2025, from indulgent comfort foods to the comeback of plated multi-course dinners that spark meaningful connections. She also dishes on the growing popularity of grazing tables—stylish, customizable spreads that let guests snack and mingle in style while accommodating dietary preferences. If you want to know what’s hot on wedding menus this year, you won’t want to miss her expert insights!