Fusion Private Events

Tessa was a joy to work with at our holiday party. To be brief:
*she responded promptly to my email to determine whether she was available to bartend and every email following
*she helped me identify a list of fun, holiday mixed drinks AND helped me understand how much to buy
*she arrived 10 minutes early and was ready to start serving drinks immediately
*when she had a spare second, she moved around the house picking up plates, cups, etc.
*all my guests raved about her and her fabulous service
*she was open to staying later than our arranged time in case we had lingering guests — and she did and we were thrilled.
In summary, I’d hire her again in a second (and you should too!)

Tessa and Leo bartended our 4^th of July roof top party a few years back and it was a total success. We were very pleased with the cocktail and BBQ’ing skills they provided. Not to mention they cleaned everything up before the left, so there was nothing for us to worry about the next morning.
Highly recommended.

About 1 week before our wedding party my group of professional servers flaked. I quickly went on Craigslist and contacted Tessa. My needs: 4 helpers to set up, tend bar, man a bbq, manage the buffet, break down and clean up all in 8 hours. 100 + guests, SF venue, fun and casual atmosphere. In a sincere and confident voice Tessa merely said «no problem.» My wife and I prepared all the food and delivered it in aluminum foil bins and delivered the beverages and rented equipment. The crew was on time to the minute, went right to work, got everything 100% right and had fun in the process. I cannot speak to their cooking skills, but superb bartenders. What more to say? Tessa and crew fulfilled every detail spectacularly!

Tessa made crepes for my husband’s birthday party and they were a hit. It was a casual house party of about 30 guests and she took the job on four days notice, came early and stayed late, and made crepes all night long with a smile on her face. This girl is clearly a pro.

Hired Leo to help me with an upscale BBQ and wine testing for 15 people (company event in San Francisco). Leo was very forward thinking, knew what had to be done, was professional and pleasant to have around. Plus he grilled the meat/​chicken perfectly!!! Would definitely hire again.

I found Fusion Private Events through craigslist and I couldn’t be happier. I met with Tessa to discuss the details of the event and she is extremely helpful and very nice.
We used them for our rehearsal party at our residence. It was great having someone be able to walk around the party refilling wine glasses and bringing up pizzas from the backyard to serve to people. They were extremely professional and everyone at my party absolutely loved them.
We will definitely be using Fusion Private Events again in the future! It was great having the house so clean after a big party.

I hired Tessa’s firm for a second time to manage my event of close to 75 guests, and it was a huge success. Her personal style, presentation, and service oriented nature made my guests happy and I attribute its success to her help. I would not hesitate to recommend Tessa and her firm to organize and mange your events!

As a local Real Estate team, my husband & I wanted to treat our business partners, friends & clients to a holiday housewarming at our home yesterday evening. I found Tessa on Craigslist & I feel so blessed that she was able to help us at our party, which was a total hit. I just wrote Tessa this email, which I figured I would share with you all. It shows how much we fell in love with her & just loved having her help us execute a successful party:
Dearest Tessa,
I wanted to reach out to thank you SO much for last night. You were a godsend. Thanks to Craigslist! Awesome. Couldn’t have done it without you.
Gosh, you were so amazing. You showed up & were quick to help me rearrange our space to accommodate the 50+ friends, client & family members who came through our home. You quickly set up the bar in time for the guests’ arrival, you cut up the limes, you made sure all of our guests were taken care of, you stayed on top of taking the garbage/​recycling out when it started piling up, you kept the bar neat/​tidy/​clean & presentable at all times, my friends/​clients/​family all ADORED you (see the attached photo! SO CUTE!), and your smile lights up the room!
Thank you a million and one times. You may or may not believe it, but Franck & I have already received 2 client referrals this morning from people who attended our party & had such a blast & appreciated our hospitality, thanks to you. Ahh… what fun! You are a doll. I wouldn’t have been able to visit with everyone, if I had to be making sure everyone had a beverage. So, we really truly could not have done it without you. By the way, such a good sport wearing the sparkly santa hat & for showing up in your adorable red festive dress for our holiday housewarming party
To top it all off… you make delicious drinks! Everyone loved your bloody marys, margaritas, etc, etc. I mean, you even broke out my salt & pepper grinder to spice up the bloody marys?! Who does that?! …YOU! Seriously, you rock. We are impressed.
Oh yes, and how could I forget the fact that you are a PRINCETON graduate?! And a teacher too! TESSA. FOR. PRESIDENT. You have my vote!
So… I would love to have you at my professional networking breakfast on ¼/​2011. 7am to 8:30am at The Creamery/​Iron Cactus (685 Townsend at 4^th). I think I can get you a ton more business. There were a lot of people at my party last night who I know would love to hire you for future events as well. We will be having you back at least quarterly for our future themed client & biz partner appreciation events.
You are a star. And so beautiful & smart – both inside & out.
Thanks again. Travel safe. Have fun. MERRY CHIRSTMAS!
Warm Regards
~Sara

Mad props to Tessa and Leo for helping us with a blue angels rooftop party on a perfect day in the city!
Having help with grilling and serving ended up freeing a lot of our time for, well drinking and just having fun with our guests.
These guys are great — arrived on time, super cordial with our guests and hands down someone we’re hiring again for all our parties.

Tessa and Edgar worked an engagement party we had and they both were fantastic. Edgar managed the bar while Tessa served up the hors d’oeuvres and kept things tidy. They also stayed late and had everything cleaned up for us. Not only were did they do an excellent job, but they were a real pleasure to work with. I would definitely use them again and recommend them highly.

Tessa and Edgar bartended and served at an engagement party we had for friends (a cocktail party). They were great. Edgar is a great bartender and was mixing up great drinks and Tessa kept everything clean and the food moving and had some great suggestions on how to do it better I would definitely recommend them.

I was at a party where Tessa provided services and I was very pleased. She has a warm, friendly personality, a very attentive and good attitude and is very mindful of what people may like. She not only stayed on top of getting food and drinks for everyone but also found ways to make people feel welcome, comfortable and included in the party.
I would recommend her for private events and will hire her myself when I host an event.

We recently hired Tessa and Leo of Fusion to bartend a 4^th of July party. They ended up being much more than just bartenders. They arrived and helped with everything throughout the entire party. I got to relax completely and just enjoy a party with friends! Thanks guys.