MILA by The White Apron

Inspired, impeccable events start here.

Exeter, NH

New Hampshire & Northern Massachusetts

Service area

Holds ceremonies and receptions

Liz & Jay Curcio

OWNER

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AWARD WINNER

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MILA by The White Apron is a venue and catering service in Exeter, NH, serving weddings and milestone events. This elegant property's timeless aesthetic is showcased in its symmetrical architecture and classically furnished interiors. It offers indoor and outdoor settings with state-of-the-art amenities, ideal for modern celebrations. Start your day at MILA by The White Apron getting ready from the comfort of their luxurious on-site dressing room. This bright, airy space has three professional beauty stations and a comfortable lounge where you can assemble your wedding outfit in the company of loved ones. You can host your ceremony on their meticulously manicured lawn with a decorative stone wall featuring grooves for romantic candlelights. After you exchange vows, you can mingle over cocktails with up to 150 guests on the covered patio with its chic open fireplace. This contemporary space features a coffered ceiling, square pillars, and geometrically contrasting windows. Expansive and versatile, it can accommodate banquet-style dining for more formal occasions and round-table dining for a softer, more romantic appeal. Whichever option you choose, their dedicated staff will be on hand to fulfill your requests and make sure your event runs seamlessly. Choose MILA by The White Apron for an unforgettable celebration. Their planning team can guide you through their various packages in Spanish or English, including options for destination weddings. The White Apron catering team will take care of all your culinary needs, preparing a delicious meal you and your guests will love. They can also supply refreshing beverages from their in-house bar service and cakes and desserts to end your big day on a sweet note. Additional offerings include rentals and equipment, service staff, and a shuttle service to collect you and your guests from nearby transportation stations.

Hispanic or Latinx-owned and Woman-owned Business

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Amenities

Ceremony Area

Covered Outdoors Space

Dressing Room

Handicap Accessible

Indoor Event Space

Liability Insurance

Outdoor Event Space

Reception Area

Wireless Internet

Ceremony Types

Civil Union

Commitment Ceremony

Elopement

Interfaith Ceremony

Non-Religious Ceremony

Second Wedding

Vow Renewal Ceremony

Settings

Ballroom

Garden

Venue Service Offerings

Bar & Drinks

Cakes & Desserts

Destination Weddings

Destination Wedding Planning

Food & Catering

Planning

Destination Wedding Planning

Se Habla Español

Wedding Design

Rentals & Equipment

Service Staff

Transportation

Shuttle Service

Awards and Affiliations

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Meet the team

Liz Curcio
Dir. of Sales/Co-Owner
With a passion for great food and great service, Liz followed her dream to attend the Culinary Institute of America in NY and continued on with a degree in Hospitality Management from Florida International University. It was important to Liz to experience every realm of the industry. Her experience includes working the line at fine dining restaurants in NYC to managing the food and beverage outlets for different hotels. Liz traveled to over 30 countries while working as a hotel consultant experiencing different cultures, food and styles of service. Liz has found that working directly with clients is what truly brings her joy. She comes to The White Apron offering great experience in Fine Dining food service and Catering Sales. As a native New Yorker, Liz has been exposed to great restaurants and creative food trends. She enjoys sharing her knowledge and experience with the clients of The White Apron by assisting in creating menus and planning memorable events.
Jay Curcio
Chef/Owner
Chef Jay Curcio has been actively involved in the culinary world for most of his adult life, having had the pleasure of sharing food knowledge and impeccable catering services with the Seacoast area for more than 18 years now. Jay graduated at the top of his class from the prestigious Culinary Institute of America. He has worked for many fine dining restaurants in Chicago and Boston, and also had the opportunity to lead cook with James Beard Award winning chef Frank McClelland at L’Espalier. He continued on as executive chef at several restaurants, gaining invaluable experience and improving his leadership qualities. The variety of experiences Jay gained during his early career in the food industry all led him to open The White Apron in 2004. Jay, along with his wife and business partner, Liz, currently own and operate The White Apron. With his many work experiences and his varied background, Jay has a strong foundation in food and beverage preparation, wine pairing, and proper table service. He loves the fact that The White Apron allows him to oversee a team of incredible talents who help bring together the wonderful experiences we give our clients.
Alice Palmer
Director of Sales
Alice hales, originally, from upstate NY where an early love of food and events blossomed through great home cooking and large family functions. She achieved her degree in Sports, Entertainment and Event Management from Johnston & Wales University in 2011 and went on to utilize her degree in New York where she worked with a well-respected décor and entertainment company, Fine Affairs. From there, she made her way to Phoenix, Arizona where her catering career really took off. Alice, her husband Jonathan and two beautiful kids, Evie and Jonah, moved back to the Northeast to be closer to family. Alice loves how events bring people together, no matter the occasion, and truly enjoys being a part of making someone’s day (from a graduation, or corporate luncheon to a wedding celebration) the best it can be. She has a passion for food and for people – what better way to blend those two loves, than through catering! Alice is excited to be a part of The White Apron Family and looks forward to working with you on the details of your next event.
Cameron Heins
Executive Chef
Cameron began his culinary journey at the age of nine by helping to cook the family meals. Cam graduated from Johnson and Wales University in Rhode Island. During his four years of college, Cam was hired at one of the city’s top find dining restaurants called Gracie’s. He soon became an integral part of the large kitchen staff. His experience at Gracie’s and abilities in class created another opportunity as a teacher in his senior year Cam often taught classes on his own during that time. Upon graduation, Cameron was made Executive Chef on Appledore Island, ME for the faculty and students of UNH and Cornell University’s marine biology program There he worked with Chef Evan Mallett and Fore Street’s Sam Hayward on a unique culinary event called “Take a Bite”. He would scour the island and shore foraging for unique and rare ingredients for a memorable multi-course dinner. Cam went on to become the sous chef of “The Restaurant” in San Miguel de Allende, Mexico. The unique ingredients and cooking techniques he learned have played an integral part in Cam’s culinary style. Most recently, Cam was the Chef de Cuisine at The Black Trumpet Bistro in Portsmouth, NH. There he led the team that created memorable dishes for many happy guests. Cameron has now joined The White Apron team as the Executive Chef and also brings a wealth of knowledge from the world of wine, having been trained by his father and through the Deutsche Wein und Sommelierschule in Koblenz, Germany. The passion to bring wine and food together has energized his brilliant culinary creations.
Devon Loader
Pastry Chef
Chef Devon is a New England native who has had a creative and artistic nature from an early age. Who knew that a gifted Betty Crocker recipe book would turn into a lifelong passion for the pastry arts? That passion led her to study Baking and Pastry/Foodservice Management at Johnson and Wales University in Providence,RI, including a 3 month stint at École Nationale Supérieure de Pâtisserie in France. She continued on to work under Chef Robert Gonzalez at Boston’s Bistro du Midi, as well as Brookline staple Clear Flour Bread to name a few. Devon is excited to bring her experience, passion and creativity to each and every White Apron event. Alongside an incredible team, she’s excited to create many sweet moments for your special event.
Danielle Sullivan
Catering Sales Manager
For Danielle, food has always meant connection. Growing up watching her mom and grandmother prepare meals for family dinners and holidays sparked a deep love of food, hosting, and creating meaningful experiences. That love turned into a career at just 16 when she began working in catering, eventually earning her degree in hotel management from Southern New Hampshire University. She’s spent years in the hospitality world—from hotels and high-end catering to restaurant management and gourmet food sales—always chasing the magic that happens when people come together around a great meal. Now rooted in New Hampshire with her husband, son Finnegan, and their cocker spaniel Oliver, Danielle brings her heart, creativity, and experience to every event she touches. She’s proud to be part of The White Apron team, where she helps bring client’s visions to life and create lasting memories. While she is passionate about traveling and discovering new cultures, she equally enjoys working with and getting to know our clients and the people she works with. Chiara brings her positive attitude and great energy to every event.

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Laureen H

3/18/2024

We celebrated our mom’s life at Milo last summer. Alice met with us at Milo and helped us plan with the utmost grace. Every thing we asked for was granted and then some. What stan...

ds out beyond the fabulous food, beautiful space, which is very clean and crisp, is the people. The owner chef, Alice and all their staff were pleasant, welcoming, responsive and paid attention to detail. Lastly the follow up after was impressive confirming everything went as planned and we were happy.

Response from MILA by The White Apron on 03/29/2024

Laureen, thank you for this kind and thoughtful feedback regarding your experience at MILA...

last year. We were sad for the circumstances of your event, but were very glad to be able to be a part of making a difficult day a little lighter for you and your family. We enjoyed working with you and hope to have the opportunity to do so again, for other life events.

Jessica M

8/18/2023

AMAZING! Is the first word that comes to mind when I think about our wedding that we had at Mila by the White Apron. Every single detail was taken care of and we had the most caref...

ree day. The staff was above and beyond and the food was able to speak for itself. Not one plate was left with any left overs once everyone was done! Liz and Jay have truly made a company that is able to make all of your wedding/party dreams come true with such ease and talent you truly feel like you are a superstar! The space is absolutely gorgeous and lends it self to so many different party set ups and ideas and the team is able to assist in making those dreams come true . It was truly the most perfect day - thank you xo Jessica and John

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Anne R

3/18/2023

If you want to treat your guests to a luxurious indulgent event, look no further. Mila is truly an experience to be had. The venue itself is elegant, intimate and cozy all at the s...

ame time. The ambiance, the decoration, the FOOD!! The food was prepared by The White Apron, which has been catering to high-end weddings across the NH/ME seacoast for many years. To me, it felt like an epicurean journey to pleasure and delight. My husband and I were guests at an event at Mila and the entire time we were there we felt like royalty. Highly, highly recommend!

P. B

3/17/2023

The venue is beautiful and elegant. The food is beyond delicious, it's actually sexy. Everyone at the venue was beyond gracious and helpful. It was such a great vibe that we've...

decided to book my daughter's wedding this coming summer! Highly recommend.

Michael K

3/13/2023

Just attended a party at Mila in Exeter. the new venue from The White Apron. Everything was really beautiful: The presentation, the service, the venue. I could not recommend them e...

nough!!

Jason F

3/03/2023

I was blown away by the venue, the staff, dance hall/bar area, and especially the 5-star look and quality of the food. Top to bottom, this place was incredible!

Mirna C

2/23/2023

A fantastic evening reception at Mila from start to finish. Attention to every detail was apparent in the food presentation and impecable service by the knowledgable staff at Mila...

. This gorgeous venue features a feast for the eyes at every turn. But what deserves a standing ovation is the food. Simply exquisite. Definitely an occasion to remember for a very long time.

John B

2/21/2023

Intimate, beautiful space and absolutely spectacular food.

Ana G

2/21/2023

I attended a party a few weeks ago at Mila in Exeter. The venue is beautiful and classy. It has warm ambiance and beautiful decor and outdoor space. We had a cocktail hour, dinner ...

and dancing. The service was impeccable (the servers, bartenders and other staff are very professional, friendly and provide a flawless service). The offerings of drinks and food were very tasty, creative and abundant. The food was excellent.! I enjoyed other small details like like a coffee cart and special desserts. I would highly recommend it for a weedding or other party or celebration. Well done, Mila!

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One Franklin Street, Exeter, NH

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(603) 580-2352

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