My short-lived career as a wedding planner came to an end on Saturday, June 6th when my youngest daughter Stephanie married Mark at an outdoor ceremony at Le Vescovane, a celebrated restaurant on the grounds of a restored 15th century country villa in the Berici Hills just above the City of Palladio, Vicenza, Italy.
Friends and family from both sides of the pond — North, Central and South America and from around Europe — came together in this idyllic setting overlooking a valley filled with vineyards to wish the newlyweds well.
In the words of one of the guests, “I felt like I was on the set of a Hollywood movie.”
The reception — aperitifs, appetizers and desserts served out in the spacious garden; the sit-down dinner savored inside the stone-walled and wooden-beamed barchessa — was simply amazing, and the venue staff were nothing short of spectacular.
And, the event, from start to finish, was well-documented by international wedding photographer extraordinaire Mauro Pozzer.
Now, if you’ll raise your virtual glasses, I’d like to make a brindisi. To Stephanie and Mark: A toast to love and laughter, and, fingers crossed, happily ever after.
CIN CIN!
©The Palladian Traveler
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Congratulations! Love the pictures, the couple and the cakes! Best wishes to all for a long and happy marriage.
Thanks you two.
Congratulations to them, and to you for setting up and pulling off the event (with the help of a few other people!) Many blessings to them and prayers for a long, happy marriage.
janet
Janet — Thanks for the well-wishes.
Congratulations proud father of the bride… looks like it was a perfect day! Well done!
Trina — Despite the scorching heat, it was the perfect setting for Stephanie’s wedding. It could not have gone any better. If you know of anyone in need of a wedding planner, please DO NOT refer me!
What a glorious occasion–congratulations to all.
I’ll pass along your regards, Sally.
Congratulations to the young couple. What a beautiful setting for such a happy occasion.
Thanks so much, TSC.