Once upon a Venue

In this episode of the Once Upon a Venue Podcast, we're sharing one of the most emotional chapters of our lives. 💔 As we prepare for our upcoming wedding, we're also saying goodbye to our beloved puppy, Khloe, who has been part of our family for 14 years. We open up about grief, love, life as venue owners, and the reality of balancing personal challenges while running a business. Thank...

🎙️ Once Upon a Venue Podcast | DJ Drama, Wedding Planning & Venue Secrets In this episode, we share one of the craziest vendor experiences we've had at The Glass Slipper Palace, discuss why professionalism matters in the event industry, and dive into the realities of planning our own upcoming wedding. We also talk about Chloe's health scare, event-day challenges, DJ etiquette, venue...

4 events. 1 weekend. Very little sleep. In this episode of Once Upon a Venue, we're taking you behind the scenes of one of our busiest weekends yet: 2 Sweet 16s, 1 Quinceañera, and our very first Bat Mitzvah. From navigating exhaustion while trying to stay composed, to putting out vendor fires, managing unexpected challenges, and even dealing with a few overly enthusiastic dads, this weekend...

Prom send-offs have officially gone WILD. 🚗✨ From Lambos and party buses to private jets and full-on productions, prom night isn’t what it used to be… In this episode of Once Upon a Venue Podcast, we share what it was like hosting their very first FULL PROM at the venue, plus emotional prom send-offs, quinceañeras, and the behind-the-scenes reality of teen events. From epic prom send-off, to why...

In this episode of “Once Upon a Venue,” we talk about helping families navigate the emotions and stress that come with planning their daughter’s first big Quinceañera. From creating timelines and adapting to each client’s unique needs, to giving unforgettable venue tours and going above and beyond to make sure our clients never feel alone in the process. We also share our amazing experience at the...

In this episode of Once Upon A Venue, we’re celebrating Amanda’s 40th Birthday 🎉 and diving into some real conversations you don’t want to miss. We break down the Chicago AI photography fraud scandal and what it means for clients and vendors in today’s industry. We also talk about the importance of vendor etiquette, why being respectful, professional, and just a good person can open doors (and ev...

In this episode of Once Upon A Venue, we clear the air on a common misconception like what really happens when clients say they “haven’t heard from us.”  Then we dive into our Royal Dilemma of the Day with some tough event choices you won’t want to miss.  And finally… The BIG question everyone’s asking, where did the chandelier break in our viral drone video, and are we finally revealing it? 👀✨...

In this episode of Once Upon A Venue, we break down the #1 thing every party needs and it’s not what you think! From why chambelanes are a must for quinceañeras, to tips for couples getting married soon, we also dive into why communication is key in any relationship.  Plus! We tackle the royal dilemma of going over budget vs. compromising, and how we make sure our clients feel supported and stress...

In this episode of Once Upon A Venue, we dive into what it really takes to open another location and the biggest lesson we’ve learned along the way, delegation.  From choosing between a bouquet toss vs. garter toss, to following the millionaire mindset and leadership style inspired by the In-N-Out CEO, we’re sharing the real behind-the-scenes of growing a venue business.  Plus, we talk about bring...

Episode 41! Big updates… we might be getting ELOPED 💍😳 In this episode, we’re getting real about our wedding journey, from Amanda saying YES to the dress 👰 to Michael finally finding his tux (with a little help from the brothers 😄). But here’s the twist… we’re actually considering eloping first and celebrating later, something we’ve seen with 90% of our own clients. We also dive into: Second-h...

Episode 40: No Sick Days When You Own an Event Venue 🤧 Running on fumes but still making events happen, this is the real behind-the-scenes of venue life when you’re sick and the show must go on. From remedies that keep us going, to today’s Royal Dilemma, to some real talk about clients getting funded and then disappearing… 👀 Plus, our Review of the Week from Elvira & Daniel’s beautiful weddi...

Episode 39 The Upgrades, Drama & a Horse Entrance?! Big things are happening at the venue 👀✨ We’re revealing our new ceiling mural, announcing new packages (with FREE valet options coming soon), and sharing how a Valentine’s Day 5-star restaurant experience somehow turned into a “minus 5 stars” situation 😅 And then… a quinceañera makes her grand entrance on a horse 🐎 and chandelier crystal...

In Episode 38 of Once Upon a Venue, we’re sharing the real behind-the-scenes of venue life, from a wild Sweet 16 with inflatable frogs 🐸 to photographer etiquette fails that had us speechless. Plus, we debate wedding budget dilemmas (food vs. fashion, fresh vs. faux flowers), talk about why modern venues aren’t “old warehouse” spaces anymore, and read a 1,000/10 client review that made our week....

We SOLD the GOLD piano… and it made us reflect on everything. 💛 In this Valentine’s special, Michael & Amanda share how we met, the rockstar dreams we left behind, how we built The Glass Slipper Palace , and the wild event drama you don’t see behind the scenes from quinceañera ankle injuries to baile sorpresa chaos and unforgettable tacos 🌮 Four years engaged. One business. A whole journey....

Are you having your Quinceanera's the old way… or leveling up with the times? 👀 In this episode, we talk about how Quinceañeras and celebrations have evolved, why old-school venues are like pagers and landlines (and we’re the iPhones), and how going above and beyond is what truly sets vendors apart. Plus: Our photographers stepping up big time, today’s Royal Dilemma, and why simply being a g...

Before you book any venue, watch this first! 👑 In Episode 35 of Once Upon A Venue, we break down the 10 most important questions every couple should ask before signing a venue contract from pricing and guest count to accessibility, vendors, parking, and cancellation policies. Plus, our Royal Dilemma of the Day brings the laughs: 💍 Forget the rings or forget the vows? 🎤 Mic on in the bathroom or...

In Episode 34 of Once Upon A Venue, we talk about what work-life balance truly looks like as full-time venue owners, why taking time for ourselves is just as important as taking care of our clients, and how growth sometimes means learning to pause. We recap our unforgettable New Year’s Eve wedding, how smoothly the night flowed, and even share how we used lottería to excuse tables for dinner, a si...

Episode 33 is our most honest episode yet! 2025 was the year we almost brok but instead built a real palace. From sold-out weekends and viral moments to late nights, tough lessons, and unforgettable celebrations, this episode pulls back the curtain on what it really takes to build a venue from vision to legacy. We talk the glow-up, the grind no one sees, the moments that made it all worth it, and...

In Episode 32 of Once Upon A Venue, we break down the highs and lows of venue ownership, from hosting our first holiday party packed with dancing, drinks, and unforgettable moments, to dealing with rude, time-wasting clients and why respecting people’s time matters. We also dive into a fun Royal Dilemma, talk about the power of honesty in business and life, and end with a 5-star client review that...

In this Episode.... We’re really trying to protect our energy and not overwork ourselves but this weekend tested everything. Back-to-back events, a twin quinceañera, and a catering company that arrived with THREE cars and then threatened to take the food if there wasn’t parking available. 😳 This is the part of venue ownership no one prepares you for. Hit LIKE, COMMENT, and SUBSCRIBE for more wedd...

🎉 Welcome back to Once Upon A Venue! In this episode, we take you behind the scenes of how The Glass Slipper Palace went from a simple vision on a wall to a fully booked fairytale venue. Another Yelp Award?? We share the exciting news and what this recognition means for our venue.  We take you on a journey on How to open a successful Event Venue! Step by Step.. PART 1! Things like....  Start With...

🎉 This episode is PACKED! 🎉 We’re celebrating BIG news! The Glass Slipper Palace officially made the Top 3 Best Event Venues in Los Angeles! 🙌✨ But that’s just the beginning… 🍩 We taste-test a 24K GOLD DONUT (yes…REAL gold) 🎀 We break down an adorable & over-the-top Hello Kitty Quinceañera 🎭 We take you behind the scenes of a stunning Masquerade Wedding 👕 And we reveal our NEW GSP Merc...

✨ Welcome back to another wild week inside the world of Weddings, Quinceañeras, and Event chaos! ✨ In today’s episode, we’re breaking down TWO completely different Wedding! Each unique, stunning, and unforgettable in their own way. From adorable table name ideas to genius seating arrangements, you’ll walk away with real inspiration for your next event. But of course… we also get into the drama....

🎥 This week on Once Upon a Venue .. We dive into real-life wedding nightmares you won’t believe! From a photographer scammer who ghosted hundreds of couples, to wild wedding day disasters that’ll make you laugh (and cry) we’re breaking it all down. 💍 Plus: 💡 “The Royal Dilemma” wedding what-ifs 😳 Guests wearing WHITE to someone else’s wedding?! ⭐ Client Review of the Week! If you’re planning...

🎥 Episode 26 | Once Upon A Venue: Exposing the Worst-Rated Event Venues in California! You won’t believe what some guests went through at these venues 😳 from maggots falling from the ceiling to owners yelling at clients and no AC in 100° heat! In this episode, Michael and Amanda dive into the most shocking, lowest-rated event venues in California and read real reviews that will make your jaw dro...