David and I had our first dance together to begin the reception. We took dance classes to have a choreographed routine, but due to Covid it was a very long time since we’d actually taken the lessons. This, and the fact that we’d never completed the dance with my ballgown on, led to a hilarious tumble during the first dance. David was embarrassed, but I was laughing and knew this little blooper would be a moment we’d never forget. I changed into my second dress and the rest of the evening followed with a heartfelt speech from David, fireworks, and one hell of a dance party!
The staff at OHEKA treated us like royalty. At any moment they were there to provide us with water, snacks, to hold my phone — they did everything and anything to make our day as special as possible.
Dinner was delicious, with a baby arugula and endive salad as an appetizer, and entrée options of grilled sterling silver filet mignon, all-natural pan-seared French-cut chicken breast, and pan-seared Chilean sea bass. Our wedding cake was magnificent, with five tiers of vanilla and chocolate cake. When the reception ended, I changed into my third dress and the night continued with an after-party in OHEKA’s speakeasy lounge. Everyone was able to wind down, have some drinks, and get to know each other.
Our goal was to make our wedding day as enjoyable for our guests as it was for us. We thank our planner, Karyn, and everyone at OHEKA for making our vision possible. Without our planning team we couldn’t have achieved our vision so perfectly. I’d like to thank my maid of honor, Latoi Gentilcore, who is a true best friend. She went above and beyond to rectify a bridesmaid dress-debacle and without her incredible energy and love our bridal party wouldn’t have been the stunning sight they were. Thank you to all our bridal party for being there with us from the beginning, and thank you to everyone for joining in our beautiful wedding night!
OHEKA CASTLE, Huntington, NY
631.659.1400, www.oheka.com