Leo Carrillo Ranch Weddings & Special Events

Wedding Day

Arrival of guests

Ceremony

Reception/Cocktail Hour

Guests locate assigned seats

Grand entrance of Mr. & Mrs. Hughes

Wine and dinner service begin

Toasts

First dance & parent dances

Dancing opens

Cake cutting & desserts served

Music ends

Event ends - guests depart - vendor cleanup

Our Wedding

Like many, we were fortunate to find one another on a dating site. On a rainy Monday in October 2021, we met at Solare, a restaurant located in Liberty Station, Point Loma, near Lisa's home. Cory awaited Lisa at the entrance, and from the moment we took our seats, conversation flowed effortlessly until the restaurant closed. The evening ended with a kiss goodbye and a mutual desire to see each other again. Coincidentally, the second date was set for that Friday, October 8, which happened to be Cory's 40th birthday. Sparks flew that evening at Oktoberfest in Ocean Beach. After our second date, we felt something special between us. Over the course of the first year together, we spent our time getting to know each other and enjoying our many shared interests. We enjoy outdoor hikes and the beach, taking mini getaways to places like La Quinta, weekend adventures in Orange County, wine tasting, playing tennis and pickleball, and getting together with friends. Within the year, the time was right for Lisa to meet Cory's boys. Since the initial meeting, Lisa and the boys have grown tremendously close. Along with Lisa comes her four-legged furry rescue, Little Ricky, whom Cory and the boys adore. Lisa's Christmas gift to Cory in Dec 2022 would lead to a trip to Montecito in June to see Trevor Noah, a favorite of ours. Upon realizing he wanted to spend the rest of his life with Lisa, Cory planned a special visit to the Fess Parker Winery in Santa Ynez Valley to propose. Unbeknownst to them, the guests at the vineyard captured the special moment when Cory knelt and asked Lisa to marry him. With complete shock and excitement, she said yes!

Our Story

Photos

Owen is ten years old and Cory's oldest son. He is an usher and will escort his Dad down the aisle. 

Owen Hughes

Finn is eight years old and Cory's youngest son. He is the ring bearer and will walk down the aisle behind his Dad and brother, Owen. 

Finnley Hughes

Lily is seven years old and the daughter of Lisa's childhood best friend, Joi. She will follow Cory and his boys sprinkling flowers down the aisle for the bride, aka her Auntie Lisa.

Lillian Schoonover 

Wedding Party

Q + A

The Ayres Hotel Vista/Carlsbad is a local hotel conveniently located 5 minutes/3 miles from the ceremony site. Check online for rates.

Ayres Hotel Vista / Carlsbad

The Hyatt Carlsbad is a local hotel conveniently located 4 minutes/2 miles from the ceremony site. Check online for rates.

Hyatt Place San Diego/Vista-Carlsbad

The Lake House is conveniently located 6 minutes/3 miles from the ceremony site. Check online for rates.

Lisa & Cory

Lisa & Cory

Registry

Rather than traditional gifts, we kindly request contributions towards our honeymoon in Portugal. Your support in creating lasting memories during this special time is greatly appreciated! Thank you in advance! L & C