Welcome Lunch

Ovation Chicago

Wedding / Mariage / Vestuves

Arrival | Arrivée | Atvykimas

Ceremony | La Cérémonie | Ceremonija

Cocktail Hour | Cocktail | Kokteilių Valanda

Reception | Réception | Vakariene ir Balius

District Brew Yards

Happily Ever Afternoon BBQ

Summer

Our Wedding

September 2015 | Septembre 2015 | Rugsėjis 2015 In 2015 Leo and Desta met outside of Desta's university dorm at DePaul University. What started as chance encounters soon became a long lasting relationship. Fast forward to 2020, when Leo and Desta took the exciting step to move in together. The journey continued for 8 years, until a trip to Lithuania, where Leo popped the question, and Desta said 'yes' to forever. En 2015, Leo et Desta se sont rencontrés à l'extérieur de leur résidence universitaire. Ce qui a commencé comme une rencontre fortuite est vite devenu une relation à long terme. En 2020, ils ont franchi l’étape d’emménager ensemble. Cette histoire a durée 8 ans, jusqu'à un voyage en Lituanie, où Leo a posé la question et Desta a dit « oui » pour toujours. 2015 metais Leo ir Modesta susipažino prie DePaulo universiteto bendrabučių. Tai, kas prasidėjo kaip atsitiktiniai susitikimai, greitai tapo ilgalaikiais santykiais. Persikelkime į 2020 metus, kai Leo ir Modesta sugalvojo gyventi kartu. Po 8 metų draugystės, Leo ir Modesta išvyko į Lietuvą su draugais, kur Leo pasipiršo jai, ir Modesta atsakė 'taip' amžinai.

The Beginning | Le Début | Pradžia

August 10th, 2023 | 10 Aout 2023 | Rugpjūčio 10, 2023 In August 2023, Leo and Desta visited Lithuania for what Desta thought was just a road trip with friends. On the second day, at the top the Gediminas Castle Tower, Leo decided to make the moment unforgettable. Against the backdrop of Vilnius, Desta's hometown, he went down on one knee and asked her to marry him. She said yes, and here we are! En août 2023, Leopold et Desta ont visité la Lituanie pour ce que Desta pensait n'être qu'un road trip entre amis. Le deuxième jour, au sommet de la tour du château de Gediminas, Leopold a décidé de rendre ce moment inoubliable. Dans le contexte de Vilnius, la ville natale de Desta, il s'est mis à genoux et lui a demandé de l'épouser. Elle a dit oui, et nous voici ! 2023 metų rugpjūtį, Leo ir Modesta aplankė Lietuvą. Modesta galvojo kad tai tik paprasta kelionė po Lietuvą automobiliu su draugais, bet antrą dieną, Gedimino pilies bokšte, Leo padare šį momentą nepakartojamą. Vilniaus fone, Modestos gimtajame mieste, jis atsiklaupė ant vieno kelio ir paprašė jos ištekėti už jo. Ji pasakė 'taip', ir štai mes dabar čia!

The Engagement |  L'engagement | Sužadėtuvės

Our Story / Notre Histoire / Mūsų Istorija

Photos / Nuotraukos

Wedding Party

Q + A

Hyatt Centric Chicago Magnificent Mile

Hotels / Viešbučiai

Breakfast:<a href="https://g.co/kgs/ry1Akfi" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Leonidas Cafe</a> (French cafe, chocolate shop)<a href="https://maps.app.goo.gl/szg2Rm6EsR4gKZtu8" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Beacon Donuts </a>(Instagramable location, Vegan)<a href="https://ordergoldenapplegrill.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Golden Apple</a> (American)<a href="https://www.goddessandthebaker.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Goddess &amp; the Baker </a>(Casual cafe)<a href="http://www.annsather.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Ann Sather </a>(Great cinnamon roll) Brunch:<a href="https://maps.app.goo.gl/LpsNrv68zDMBc4Se7" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">The River</a> (Drag Brunch)<a href="https://maps.app.goo.gl/NTW2hBH1uXJCWSmLA" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Roscoe’s</a> (Drag Brunch)<a href="https://maps.app.goo.gl/twLKWyNhqaJyiKNZ7" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Nookies on Wells</a> (American)<a href="https://maps.app.goo.gl/c4dMLyU3oGb3ZXRG7" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">The Gundis Kurdish Kitchen</a> (Kurdish breakfast, baklava crepes)<a href="https://maps.app.goo.gl/FmZV46YE41aFW7696" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Bub City</a> (BBQ) Lunch/Dinner:<a href="https://maps.app.goo.gl/MgKcS4vxP7wHFkbM6" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">El Nuevo Mexican Restaurant </a>(Our favorite in Chicago)<a href="https://maps.app.goo.gl/CA7LFL9Rgzk1eKEH9" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Bistronomique</a> (French)<a href="https://maps.app.goo.gl/2vbaeYYwwCgmbQw49" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Avli River North</a> (Greek)<a href="https://maps.app.goo.gl/NB2muwTnLU77Ddia6" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Havana Grill</a> (Cuban)<a href="https://www.beatnikontheriver.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Beatnik on the River</a> (Chicago River views)<a href="https://maps.app.goo.gl/eEhJpJMELVuPpof97" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Pizzeria Portofino</a> (Chicago River views)<a href="https://maps.app.goo.gl/roxVYCbi75mHnaEK9" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Bungalow by Middle Brow</a> (Brewery with house made sourdough pizzas)<a href="https://maps.app.goo.gl/7X4xw2tRLUet9JPdA" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Cocina Tarascas</a> (JUMBO margaritas)<a href="https://g.co/kgs/LbJydpt" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Nobu</a> (Sushi)<a href="https://maps.app.goo.gl/HJ2WiQuFs5KpYNL17" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Sushi Rotary +</a> (Conveyor belt sushi)<a href="https://maps.app.goo.gl/1HnBss1qdAWN9bcj8" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Figo Wine Bar</a> (Tapas, wine pairings)<a href="https://maps.app.goo.gl/PtEet9nUCtZ7U4yK8" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Torchio Pasta Bar</a> (Best pasta in Chicago)<a href="https://maps.app.goo.gl/k4hoWhW1GLWK6n6f7" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Medi</a> (Mediterranean)<a href="https://gaijinchicago.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Gaijin</a> (Japanese, Okonamiyaki)<a href="https://beatkitchen.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Beat Kitchen</a> (Live music, hipster vibes, vegan options)<a href="https://www.demerachicago.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Demera</a> (Ethiopian)<a href="https://maps.app.goo.gl/ckCeK6R9dswzTDmb9" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Quartino’s</a> (Shared-plate pasta)<a href="https://maps.app.goo.gl/eQmtuDKfWVc5rZA79" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Tiny Tapp Cafe</a> (On the Chicago River)<a href="https://maps.app.goo.gl/vugV6fKgHg13h6v26" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Au Cheval</a> (Great burger, but long wait and no reservations)<a href="https://smallcheval.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Small Cheval</a> (Fast casual version of Au Cheval)<a href="https://maps.app.goo.gl/xJnMtmF9sUB7zCU56" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Koi Sushi</a> (All you can eat sushi)<a href="https://sushipararestaurant.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Sushi Para II</a> (All you can eat sushi)<a href="https://www.sushisanrestaurant.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Sushi San</a> (Modern sushi)<a href="https://www.ramensan.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Ramen San</a> (Modern ramen)<a href="https://www.motichicago.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Moti</a> (Modern Indian)<a href="https://maps.app.goo.gl/iJ5taQpdUqvertXB7" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Old Jerusalem </a>(Mediterranean)<a href="https://maps.app.goo.gl/qTtqQTTCin9GjH2B8" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Green Tea Japanese Restaurant</a> (Desta’s favorite sushi)<a href="https://chicagofalafel.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Sultan’s Market</a> (Fast/Takeout mediterranean)<a href="https://maps.app.goo.gl/YKVZn7BfLGKyTN7c9" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Crisp</a> (Award Winning Fried Chicken)<a href="https://tazachicago.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Taza Cafe</a> (Mediterranean, Best falafel) Chicago-Style Hot Dogs, Deep Dish Pizza, Italian Beef:<a href="https://www.devildawgs.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Devil Dawgs</a> (Chicago Dog)<a href="https://maps.app.goo.gl/iQTdyTnHGJ32cjzD6" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Portillo’s</a> (Chicago Dog, Beef &amp; Sausage “Combo” Dipped, Burger)<a href="https://maps.app.goo.gl/VrQMDHqQzZjpxXWh6" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Peaquod’s</a> (Pizza)<a href="https://www.loumalnatis.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Lou Malnati’s</a> (Pizza)<a href="https://giordanos.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Giordano’s</a> (Pizza)<a href="https://maps.app.goo.gl/QCL2RyHLwrDDmmdc8" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Mr. Beef</a> (Beef &amp; Sausage “Combo” Dipped / "The Bear" filming location) Late Night Food:<a href="https://maps.app.goo.gl/KLzzMWHR4WRHTDdWA" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Taco Burrito Express</a><a href="https://maps.app.goo.gl/L9Ec5B4kp8MWpxV7A" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Windy City Gyros</a> Blues Bars:<a href="https://maps.app.goo.gl/aQowaiMiRgSThBpFA" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Kingston Mines</a><a href="https://maps.app.goo.gl/c6LjygqTEhDTgysf6" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Blue&nbsp;</a> Bars:<a href="https://maps.app.goo.gl/gLNE55oyZwoKc9AR9" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Sparrow</a> (Cocktail bar)<a href="https://maps.app.goo.gl/kjCHyPF1HGFzQXtf6" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Arbella</a> (Cocktail bar)<a href="https://maps.app.goo.gl/yV3KKyjKhJ238dHk6" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Alive One</a> (Music bar)<a href="https://maps.app.goo.gl/47emXvFUbfshJjHQ9" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Old Town Pour House</a> (American bar)<a href="https://maps.app.goo.gl/vUCksSFo4RYXqmPZ7" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Glunz Tavern</a> (German brewpub)<a href="https://maps.app.goo.gl/xCvomTmzpzmTzGxv9" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Prost</a> (German brewpub)<a href="https://maps.app.goo.gl/tSFgBME3EXEd3wrG8" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Celeste</a> (Cocktail Bar)<a href="https://maps.app.goo.gl/Ety1vzSsTRLTw1qB7" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Disco </a>(Dancing bar above Celeste)<a href="https://maps.app.goo.gl/Ub8krfvkVTdqnxDS8" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Miki’s</a> (K-Pop bar, free photo booth)<a href="https://maps.app.goo.gl/9hCwe2QTbUhhqpL29" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Hopsmith</a> (Bar &amp; Grill)<a href="https://maps.app.goo.gl/z8wfHEQ7d1Z4xoWK8" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">The Green Mill</a> (Cocktail Lounge)<a href="https://maps.app.goo.gl/zBnwpJwvz6UzMH758" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">The Lodge</a> (Open Late)<a href="https://maps.app.goo.gl/z2xhD2c8wBTRmvbL6" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Centennial</a> (Casual bar) Breweries:<a href="https://www.gooseisland.com/visit" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Goose Island</a><a href="https://maps.app.goo.gl/MnktpJoUfcGgcC1y5" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">On Tour Brewing</a><a href="https://maps.app.goo.gl/ruHokTejPqmonDPQ8" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">District Brew Yards</a><a href="https://maps.app.goo.gl/idh6UG7TKr5xQPJo7" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Crushed by Giants</a><a href="https://maps.app.goo.gl/HLKVfhDhcJ3nRyhHA" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Dry Hop Brewers</a><a href="https://maps.app.goo.gl/kYMHXZHy1j4HZoHDA" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Cruz Blanca</a> Rooftops:<a href="https://maps.app.goo.gl/PLQx8N83ogxLPfx88" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">The J Parker</a><a href="https://maps.app.goo.gl/vr4aGtJeQSsMETgc8" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">LH Rooftop</a><a href="https://maps.app.goo.gl/nsE22uQWmmGLu7Wn6" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">The Robey</a><a href="https://maps.app.goo.gl/XQdmP6rKPuxMedpRA" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Cindy’s Rooftop</a><a href="https://maps.app.goo.gl/XRUV2UCxFRCHHe2TA" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Cabra</a> Clubs:<a href="https://maps.app.goo.gl/9AEtQTPZEK7TCvDaA" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Tao</a><a href="https://maps.app.goo.gl/SNrYSNx8fjjPCiPFA" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Spybar</a><a href="https://maps.app.goo.gl/ZZKeNwfiouugX3HK7" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Prysm</a><a href="https://maps.app.goo.gl/wfxGV774xqevku2f9" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Soundbar</a> LGBTQ+ Bars:<a href="https://roscoes.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Roscoe’s</a><a href="https://hydratechicago.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Hydrate</a><a href="https://maps.app.goo.gl/4Za9DP9kDbYWXytD8" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Splash</a><a href="https://maps.app.goo.gl/kbeEMSwZ7Cj5aut49" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Scarlett</a><a href="https://maps.app.goo.gl/pokfPQPy8AnPQaRc8" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Sidetrack</a><a href="https://maps.app.goo.gl/VLpG8SkNVXPNAmLh6" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Smart Bar</a> Beaches:<a href="https://maps.app.goo.gl/cHLzGq957TXdGU1k6" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">North Ave Beach</a><a href="https://maps.app.goo.gl/2h9DYhTv9W5h2XLJ9" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Oak Street Beach</a><a href="https://maps.app.goo.gl/6HXD1UPaDTnFDUgJ6" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Ohio Street Beach</a><a href="https://g.co/kgs/37sBpmf" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Montrose Beach</a> Activities / Sightseeing:<a href="https://www.choosechicago.com/articles/parks-outdoors/millennium-park-campus/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Millenium Park</a><a href="https://maps.app.goo.gl/3Mz2u6AxLR2PCH6E6" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Magnificent Mile</a><a href="https://maps.app.goo.gl/1DZA4pcpg39zYWhLA" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Buckingham Fountain</a><a href="https://maps.app.goo.gl/BTFTRvfx9A1n94bx6" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Navy Pier</a><a href="https://www.wendellaboats.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Wendella</a> (City architecture tour by boat)<a href="https://www.choosechicago.com/articles/parks-outdoors/chicagos-lakefront-trail/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Bike the lakefront trail</a> (<a href="https://divvybikes.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Divvy</a> bike rentals throughout the city / e-bike recommended)<a href="https://www.choosechicago.com/articles/shopping-and-fashion/luxury-shopping-in-chicagos-oak-street-district/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Oak St luxury shopping</a><a href="https://maps.app.goo.gl/rTzB3bvWgJLv3aMd7" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Wrigley Field</a> (Cubs baseball games)<a href="https://maps.app.goo.gl/xHWK3MuZmLzZhMso9" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Lincoln Park Zoo</a><a href="https://www.chicago.gov/city/en/sites/chicagoriverwalk/home.html.html" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">River Walk</a><a href="https://maps.app.goo.gl/5kkvQegYa5WNZSLE6" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Museum Campus</a><a href="https://maps.app.goo.gl/7HZQ9oCoFDgpohAt9" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">The Shedd Aquarium</a><a href="https://maps.app.goo.gl/xtSf1yjarT3CuM5x8" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">The Art Institute</a><a href="https://maps.app.goo.gl/hXVh8NSdF3MFxZn27" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Planetarium</a><a href="https://chicagocrimetours.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Chicago Crime Tour</a><a href="https://urbankayaks.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Kayaking</a><a href="https://maps.app.goo.gl/LvE39UapuMtKeXWG6" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Sears Tower</a> (Willis Tower)<a href="https://maps.app.goo.gl/EdmE3pqNnG2B8Jqf7" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Hancock Tower</a><a href="https://maps.app.goo.gl/CC8o45ZziYfXsPtC8" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Route 66 Start</a> (Adams St. &amp; Michigan Ave)<a href="https://maps.app.goo.gl/4y4ZTknQ6vUrD4QaA" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Second City</a><a href="https://maps.app.goo.gl/q8sW81Wrywnnve9H8" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Chinatown</a><a href="https://www.sixflags.com/greatamerica" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Six Flags Great America</a> (Amusement Park)<a href="https://www.bahai.us/bahai-temple/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Bahá'í House of Worship</a><a href="https://maps.app.goo.gl/ehKqcGjxNFtw635t9" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Medieval Times</a><a href="https://maps.app.goo.gl/VJottrqnoaT35Wyn8" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Bristol Renaissance Fair</a><a href="https://maps.app.goo.gl/x3sq5FNBbda2vZXp6" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Time Out Market</a>

Things to Do / Choses a Faire / Ka Veikti

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Desta & Leo

Desta & Leo

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