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October Wedding at Grand Gimeno

October Wedding at Grand Gimeno

Wooden ceremony chairs line an olive-grove aisle.

Amy and Chris got ready inside the Powder Room and Parlor at Grand Gimeno, then met in the Olive Grove for their first look. A tap on the shoulder turned Chris around to see his beautiful bride standing before him. Smiles immediately filled both their faces and sweet compliments were exchanged. After, their bridesmaids and groomsmen joined them for group photos. The group posed together creating memories that would last a lifetime, and once guests began arriving, they lined up for the ceremony.

Guests entered the Olive Grove, signed Chris and Amy’s guest book, then took a seat. Light pink and peach flowers lined the aisle and string lights hung overhead. Once everyone was in attendance, the wedding party made their entrances ending with Amy. Together in front of all their closest friends and family, Chris and Amy read personalized vows, exchanged rings, and sealed the ceremony with a kiss.

Wood-Fired Neapolitan and Meat Lovers Pizzas were freshly sliced while Black Bean and Sweet Potato Empanadas and Cuban Papas Rellenas were tray passed to hungry guests. The bar served up Kentucky Mule and Spicy Margarita signature cocktails and everyone mixed and mingled and made sure to pose for a photo with the newlyweds. Just as the sun set, everyone was invited inside for reception.

Tables were topped with fresh floral centerpieces and custom printed menus. Amy and Chris made their grand entrance, shared their first dance, then took a seat at their sweetheart table. Toasts were shared while guests enjoyed Chicken Fajitas, Barbacoa Shredded Beef, Cheese Enchiladas, Spanish Rice, Corn Tortillas, and Ensalada Las Mesas. The dinner menu was selected by the bride and groom with help from our event specialist, Brittany. After dinner, everyone was invited to enjoy our Grand Coffee and Donut Station for dessert. The evening ended with everyone out on the dance floor showing off their best moves.

The groom waits on a lounge sofa before the ceremony.
A helper adjusts the bride’s gown beside a window.
The bride and friends smile together in the dressing room.
The bride approaches the groom beneath olive trees.
The couple meets beside the courtyard fountain.
The couple embraces beneath courtyard trees.
The couple kisses beside a green courtyard hedge.
The wedding party poses together beneath olive trees.
Colorful flowers line the outdoor ceremony aisle.
Wooden ceremony chairs line an olive-grove aisle.
The couple signs papers at a flower-decorated table.
Guests sit beneath olive trees at the outdoor ceremony.
The bride walks down the aisle with an escort.
Guests watch the outdoor ceremony from wooden chairs.
The couple holds hands while the officiant reads outdoors.
The couple kisses beneath the bride’s long veil.
The couple raises joined hands after the ceremony.
Guests mingle at courtyard cocktail tables.
The groom dips the bride beside a street.
Kitchen staff prepare pizzas at the courtyard counter.
A server carries a tray of small round appetizers.
Guests pose together around the couple in the courtyard.
Colorful flowers and candles surround the couple’s table.
Pastel floral arrangements decorate white linen reception tables.
The couple enters the reception beneath an arched doorway.
A guest gives a toast beside the couple’s table.
Buffet trays hold rice and a colorful main course.
The couple gives a toast beside their floral table.
Wine bottles and glasses line the courtyard bar.
Round desserts sit on a white linen table.
Guests dance together at the evening reception.

Venue: Grand Gimeno // Catering: Jay’s Catering // Photographer: Haines Tribe Media // Planning: Miya Kay Events // Florist: Fleur.ish

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