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The beginning of software engineersNicole Wongand Carlo Biedenharns relationship was a slow burn.
Photo: Danilo & Sharon Studio
But he texted me later that week asking about some of the charcoal I drew from a creative workshop.
and walked all the way to Dolores Heights," she recalls.
As I walked Carlo out, I giggled so much because I knew what was coming.
Carlo gave me the quickest peck on the lips and that was our first kiss.
She found a platinum round diamond ring from 1930 and immediately began crying when she put it on.
I still call it my cry ring, she adds.
She called Carlo and they purchased it that day.
Too late though, says Nicole.
I had the biggest grin on my face but pretended like nothing happened.
Nicole and Carlo love to throw a party and knew their wedding had to be their best one yet.
But, what truly stood out was their unparalleled patience and kindness.
Their willingness to go above and beyond to make our wedding day special was heartwarming and deeply appreciated.
Chinatown has always been so important to both sides of my family, she explains.
The duo decided theGolden Dragonwas the ideal location for their fete.
“We sought to elevate the restaurant while maintaining the authenticity of a Chinese banquet.
One non-negotiable for the couple was that the reception dinner had to flow into an incredible after-party.
Cocktail barGeneral Leeswas the perfect fit.
My maternal grandfather had worked there as a chef when it was a restaurant, she explains.
Carlo collaborated with General Lees lead bartender Philip Ly on a custom cocktail list complete with 11 unique drinks.
It really did taste like PB&J, adds the bride.
“It was absolutely wild to taste!”
Before the party could commence, the pair would first need to say I do.
