St. Ambrose Cathedral

Wedding Day

Wedding

World Food Prize Hall of Laureates

Reception

Ceremony

Our Wedding

We met on October 11, 2011 in Ames, IA. I was late to our first date (trust me, the one and only time) on a Thursday night. Chris texted me to ask me on a second date that following Saturday. Four years later, 3 changes in residences, and after many adventures, I said "yes" at the Fairie Pools on the Isle of Skye of Scotland. The thing that I love most about Chris is that he can make me laugh, no matter the situation. He makes the most out of every experience and encourages me to try new things (not always successfully!). I don't know if any other girl has ever felt as loved as I do when Chris is with me. I cannot wait to become Mrs. Winand in August of 2016!

Us...

Our Story

Map of Activities

Details

Jennifer Scharn

Mike Winand

Aundrea Carlson

Chris Martinek

Ryan Alsup

Flavia Winand

Nellie Olson

Wedding Party

Photos

Q + A

Registry

Please note when making a reservation via phone that there is a block of rooms reserved0.1 miles from St. Ambrose Cathedral (3 minute walk)0.4 miles from World Food Prize Hall of Laureates (8 minute walk)

Des Moines Marriott Downtown

Taxis are available for transportation at baggage claim daily, all hours.Uber is available in Des Moines, IA

Des Moines International Airport

Please note when making a reservation via telephone that there is a block of rooms reserved.400 feet from St. Ambrose Cathedral (2 minute walk)0.5 miles from World Food Prize (8 minute walk)

Hyatt Place Des Moines/Downtown

Travel

Beautiful sculpture park in the heart of Des Moines

Western Gateway Park

Lake, camping, trails just south of downtown Des Moines. The walking trail around the lake is 2.2 miles in length.

Grays Lake

Over 100 beers on tap with several of Iowa's finest craft beers! Fun patio environment to trial themed beer flights. Try the bacon wrapped tator tots!

El Bait Shop

Old school video games in this basement bar in the heart of the East Village! Try your hand at Skee-Ball or a giant Jenga set! No food is served, but pizza is routinely delivered.

Up-Down

A bar devoted to all Iowa craft beers on tap! The food is good and is a great environment to unwind. Highly recommend for the experience.

The Iowa Taproom

This English pub is one of our favorites to visit. This bar has an upstairs bar that features Belgian beers while the downstairs pub is devoted to English brews! Near the Farmer's Market, this is a great spot to sit for a bit on a Saturday morning, grab a bite to eat and enjoy a Magner's on ice!

Royal Mile

Django is a French restaurant in the Hotel Fort Des Moines. Django offers a great selection of oysters, cheeses, and delicious French dishes! Also offers wine and champagne flights!

Django

Our favorite place for a weekend brunch! The breakfast pizza is amazing. Has outdoor patio seating. Words will not do this place justice....so I will just highly recommend vising!

Centro

POPULAR restaurant in the East Village. They do not take reservations, but there is a "take-out" area with seating that is fairly quick. Try the "They're Coming To Get You Barbara!"

Zombie Burger + Drink Lab

Unique spin on the traditional taco from the masterminds at Tacopolcalypse. Fast, quirky restaurant in the East Village!

Tacopocalypse

Visit our friend Chef Mike at Miyabi. Chris and I agree that Miyabi 9 has the BEST sushi in the Des Moines area. My favorite rolls are the Miami Heat and the Sunshine Roll. Sit at the bar and enjoy the show!

Miyabi 9

No trip to Des Moines is complete without first checking out the new prints/designs at RAYGUN! The flagship store in the heart of the East Village offers affordable clothing and souvenirs that show off Des Moines and Iowa pride.

RAYGUN

Every Saturday from 7 a.m. to noon, one of the most iconic farmer's markets in the Midwest is underway. From Maytag cheeses, Amish creations, flowers, and fresh produce, the Farmer's Market is definitely worth the stroll down Court Avenue. Start at the river and walk west towards the old courthouse which overlooks this bustling avenue.

Downtown Farmers’ Market

Things to Do

Hotel blocks available

Hyatt Place

<a href="http://www.desmoines.place.hyatt.com/en/hotel/home.html?corp_id=G-MAWI">http://www.desmoines.place.hyatt.com/en/hotel/home.html?corp_id=G-MAWI</a> $119 per night400 feet from St. Ambrose Cathedral (2 minute walk)0.5 miles from World Food Prize (8 minute walk)

<a href="http://www.marriott.com/meeting-event-hotels/group-corporate-travel/groupCorp.mi?resLinkData=Martinek/Winand%20Wedding%20Room%20Block%5Edsmia%60wwmwwma%60129.00%60USD%60false%605%608/26/16%608/28/16%608/5/16&amp;app=resvlink&amp;stop_mobi=yes" target="_blank">Book your group rate for Martinek/Winand Wedding Room Block</a> $129 per night 0.1 miles from St. Ambrose Cathedral (3 minute walk)0.4 miles from World Food Prize Hall of Laureates (8 minute walk)

Kate & Chris

Kate & Chris

Wedding Party