Josh Hilditch - Best Man
One of Sal's oldest friends. They go back to the days of playing manhunt & YPI to now beating each other up daily and regular apizzzz trips. Josh has two great young boys who love to remind Uncle Sal of how little he knows of today's Pokemon. A great coach and father, Josh is an incredible person and a safe bet to be asleep before the main event starts.
Janisha Patel - Maid of Honor
Janisha and Nadia met, by chance, on a queue for BU’s late night café on Bay State (Go Terriers!) Soon late night crepe runs evolved into walks on Newbury for Georgetown Cupcakes, and lunch dates at Garlic ‘n Lemons in Allston. Count on Janisha for the best recs for Breakfast, Second Breakfast, and Elevenses (Brunch), especially in DC.
Nikin Shah - Groomsman
From Perlroth 200, Hill33b to Stamvegas. Nikin and Sal have traveled the world as humble seekers and admirers of artsy side streets. While he is still adjusting to there being another Desi in Sal's life, Nikin is always the life of the party and will be sure to tell you about his trip to Greece, South Africa, Thailiand, etc...
Dr. Zulekha A. Qadeer - Matron of Honor
The eldest sister of the bride! She’s been the oldest most of her life, but will occasionally get carded at the movie theater and mistaken to be younger than Nadia. Dr. Qadeer is a published cancer researcher and academic whose organizational skills and chaotic energy make her the Gandalf of this Fellowship, full of power and mischief in equal measure. She’s “edgy” with your grandpa’s fashion sense, and has two kids who read just as much as she does.
Nick Morreale - Groomsman
The showstopper, the main event, Mr. Flow himself. Nick is always down for a good time and a nice chicken cutlet. A brother to Sal and uncle to Nyla, Nick is one of the best people to be around and always has time for a quick call.
Brittany Longhetano - Bridesmaid
Brittany is an animal lover and one of the best MMO and JRPG players out there, and an artist to boot! Brittany and Nadia have bonded over literature, comics and cartoons and video games since childhood. Examples include hatred for Rupi Kaur’s poetry and shared admiration for Rebecca Sugar’s Steven Universe. Brittany is your go-to source for all pet, plant and animal trivia and care.
Jeremy Gonzalez - Groomsman
Voted Best Voice in 8th grade and the 6th member of Latino Heat, Jeremy became friends with Sal in middle school and they both would end up hosting the hottest radio show in the history of Quinnipiac airwaves, YO! QU Raps! If you need a playlist or mixed beverage recipe, Jerome is your man.
Tyler Davis - Bridesmaid
Tyler and Nadia first met in Freshman Lit Mag (good times) and then got closer through creative writing, and a mutual love for all things Marvel. Tyler is an educator who has a shot of becoming President one day. She’s the only person to get Nadia a Build-A-Bear for her birthday, and survived a 5-day Disney World trip with her.
Franco Serrao - Groomsman
The Big Cappuccino. Franco and Sal quickly bonded over their southern-Italian heritage along with their combined ability to shred on the violin in middle school. Another one of Nyla's uncles, Franco is one of the kindest people you will meet and is always willing to discuss sopressata techniques.
Alex Austin - Bridesmaid
Alex is your go-to Librarian by day, Cat Lady by night. She has phenomenal taste in fashion, art, music and TV shows. Nadia and Alex love going out for ramen and/or hot chocolate. Legend has it that Alex has magical powers and can summon cats to do her bidding. Instead, she uses her powers for making gorgeous salads and finding cute knick-knacks in small shops everywhere she goes.
Andrew Dimitriou - Groomsman
Though he didn't get to know Sal until they studied abroad in Rome together, Andrew quickly became one of Sal's best friends as they climbed the staggering hills of Barcelona. He, along with Tracey, can take credit for Nadia and Sal meeting in the first place. Andrew shares Sal's misery as a Mets fan, passion for traveling and ghost riding ATVs down the Grand Teton Mountains.
Tracey Dimitriou - Bridesmaid
Tracey and Nadia have known each other since 2nd grade! She's a "Day One" if you will. Nadia and Sal met at her and Andrew's wedding! She’s a marathon runner, a CEO, a world traveler. These days she’s obsessed with spicy mayo on the side of all her sushi rolls. Tracey always knows how to dress for success and will rally for a good time, but she’ll be sure she’s in bed by 9 PM.