We are so thankful for all those who have traveled for our wedding! Because there is time between the ceremony and reception, we wanted to provide you with a list of places around town that hold memories for us in hopes that you can experience part of our story!

Raising Canes - 5201 S McClintock Dr, Tempe, AZ 85283

Because the closest Canes to Nathan in Oregon is 2 hours away, it has become a tradition to go to one of the 5 locations near me in Arizona. There’s just something about this juicy chicken and special sauce that keeps us coming back for more!

Nathan’s Order: The Caniac Combo, replace coleslaw for extra toast

Sophia’s Order: The Three Finger Combo with two extra sauces

Taco Bell - 423 S Mill Ave, Tempe, AZ 85281

While we usually go to the one closer to my house, this one is in the heart of Downtown Tempe. We both grew up in college towns, so this Taco Bell is surrounded by the hustle and bustle of the ASU scene! Fun Fact: This Taco Bell is a cantina!

Nathan’s Order: Beefy 5 Layer Burrito & a Grilled Cheese Burrito with hot sauce

Sophia’s Order: Cheesy Gordita Crunch & Cheesy Double Beef Burrito with mild sauce

Azusa Ramen & Sushi - 3128 S Mill Ave, Tempe, AZ 85282

We tried this one out for the first time on my birthday and go back every visit now. Sushi is a regular meal for us. It’s not a want, it’s a need.

Nathan’s Order: Dragon Roll

Sophia’s Order: Las Vegas Roll

Tampopo Ramen - 3223 S McClintock Dr Suite103, Tempe, AZ 85282

If we’re not feeling good or just finished a Studio Ghibli movie, we head over to our favorite local ramen shop. Grab a bar seat and watch them make your ramen!

Nathan’s Order: Seafood Ramen

Sophia’s Order: Tonkotsu Ramen

Starbucks - 3206 S McClintock Dr, Tempe, AZ 85282

Getting coffee or tea has been a tradition since our Disney World days! Whether we're thrifting or park hopping, you can bet we have a coffee in hand.

Nathan’s order: Americano, extra shot, splash of cream or Brown Sugar Shaken Espresso

Sophia’s order: Iced London Fog or Iced Matcha Latte

Call it New / Call it Antique - 2049 W Broadway Rd, Mesa, AZ 85202

One of our favorite dates is grabbing a coffee and going antiquing! We have spent many hours exploring and searching the booths for vintage Disney merch.

Zia Records - 3201 S Mill Ave, Tempe, AZ 85282

Our shared love of pop culture takes us to this store filled with our favorite movies, music, books, games and more!

Bookmans Entertainment Exchange - 1056 S Country Club Dr, Mesa, AZ 85210

Similar to Zia Records but bigger and a local Arizona business!

The LEGO Store at Chandler Fashion - 3111 W Chandler Blvd Space 2048, Chandler, AZ 85226

It has become a long time tradition for us that we build a Lego set on every visit, and now we have a whole collection!

Majestic Theatre Tempe 7 - 1140 E Baseline Rd, Tempe, AZ 85283

If you feel like seeing a movie, head over to Majestic! They have in-house food service! We love coming here for a unique theater experience.

Phoenix Zoo - 455 N Galvin Pkwy, Phoenix, AZ 85008

Nathan & I went here for my birthday and it was honestly one of the best birthdays I’ve ever had!

Nathan’s Favorite Animal: Spider Monkeys

Sophie’s Favorite Animal: Orangutans

OdySea Aquarium & Butterfly Wonderland: 9500 East Vía de Ventura Suite A-100, Scottsdale, AZ 85256

My managers love him and sometimes Nathan comes to work with me on visits. Fun Fact: Butterfly Wonderland is the largest butterfly Conservatory in America!

Nathan’s Favorite Animal: Otters

Sophie’s Favorite Animal: Stingrays

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