The Wedding Dish

After a lot of back and forth, an intimate bayside elopement was the right fit for Sani and Zee - and, in the end, they couldn't have been happier. We're dishing about how this adorable couple met in graduate school in the US, fell in love (after someone flaked repeatedly on planned dates), and got married.

Guest: Sani

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• Photos from the Harty, a small but mighty team of wedding and event photographers in Washington, D.C. We believe our couples need to love their photographers as much as their photos, and bring their personalities to each and every shoot

André wasn't interested in every aspect of wedding planning, but his partner didn't want him to feel left out. Sometimes what's fun for one of us isn't always the other person's cup of tea.

It's never easy to have tough conversations (that's why they're called tough!), especially surrounding something as emotionally charged as planning a wedding. But it almost always feels better afterward - and it sets you up for success as a couple because you have an open line of communication.

This week, we're dishing about André's wedding planning journey, relationships, communication, and more!

Guest: André, Project Equinox

(PS: Here's the free gift Andre mentions on the show)

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• Photos from the Harty, a small but mighty team of wedding and event photographers in Washington, D.C. We believe our couples need to love their photographers as much as their photos, and bring their personalities to each and every shoot

Calling all game lovers, this one's for you! Diana and her husband met in Romania, where they both grew up. Traveling to the UK to spend the weekend with Diana, their "first date" was a weekend of games, laughing, and fun; since then, they haven't stopped playing games together. This love of competition in combination with their desire to have better conversations inspired a cool card game - and app! - called Better Topics.

Bonus: hear all about some really cool Romanian traditions surrounding weddings, family, and more!

Guest: Diana, Better Topics

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This episode is brought to you by...

• Photos from the Harty, a small but mighty team of wedding and event photographers in Washington, D.C. We believe our couples need to love their photographers as much as their photos, and bring their personalities to each and every shoot

This week, we're dishing about relationships and s-e-x. Carolin shares her secrets to making those honeymoon nights last. 

Guest: Carolin Hauser, Blissful Marriage

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• Photos from the Harty, a small but mighty team of wedding and event photographers in Washington, D.C. We believe our couples need to love their photographers as much as their photos, and bring their personalities to each and every shoot

When your work schedule isn't flexible, holiday weekends become a very viable option for planning your wedding. Getting married over a holiday comes with unique challenges and benefits.

If you're seeing holiday commercials on TV, you can assume that a venue that is open to the general public (like a country club, hotel, or restaurant) will have holiday decor. Sometimes it's just twinkle lights, while other times you'll find nutcrackers or a tree.

Guest: Carrie Murray, BRA Network

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• Photos from the Harty, a small but mighty team of wedding and event photographers in Washington, D.C. We believe our couples need to love their photographers as much as their photos, and bring their personalities to each and every shoot

"As a wedding magazine editor, I have a birds' eye view of wedding trends that are happening around the country. Some of those "trends" are indeed shifts, meaning they're sticking around for awhile."

What's the difference between a trend and a shift? We've seen a lot of changes since 2020. From the way we celebrate to who we celebrate with to what we prioritize when planning weddings.

Brittny defines shifts as changes that are going to be sticking around for years and years (maybe even forever), while trends may have a shorter shelf life. We're dishing about all of the newest trends - and the coolest shifts - on The Wedding Dish this week!

This week, Sara is joined by Brittny Drye, the human behind Love Inc.

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• Photos from the Harty, a small but mighty team of wedding and event photographers in Washington, D.C. We believe our couples need to love their photographers as much as their photos, and bring their personalities to each and every shoot

Are you considering eloping? Or having a beautiful, intimate backyard wedding? You're not alone. Many couples have decided that big weddings aren't the right fit for them. Regardless of the wedding size, your day can still be absolutely stunning and filled with love!

This week, Sara is joined by Kim Olsen, the human behind Art of Eloping, and author of Your Wedding, Your Way: Destination Elopements, Intimate Ceremonies, and Other Nontraditional Nuptials: A Guide for the Modern Couple

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Christine O'Donnell is back - and she's joined by husband Steve Kudj - to talk about their wedding day (and get Steve's side of the story on how they met).

Listen to Christine's version of how they met, their proposal story, and more in College Sweethearts, LA Anchors, and a Minnesota Riverside Wedding.

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This episode is brought to you by...

• Photos from the Harty, a small but mighty team of wedding and event photographers in Washington, D.C. We believe our couples need to love their photographers as much as their photos, and bring their personalities to each and every shoot.

Are you an adventurer or a leisure traveler? Do you prefer safari or city? Beach or mountains? With so many options, how do you choose the right honeymoon for you?

This week, we're dishing about honeymoon planning. From the best things to pack to the best location for you to how much time to take and everything in between!

Guest: Alyson, Jetaway Guru

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This episode is brought to you by...

• Photos from the Harty, a small but mighty team of wedding and event photographers in Washington, D.C. We believe our couples need to love their photographers as much as their photos, and bring their personalities to each and every shoot.

Understanding your strengths and weaknesses plays a bigger part in wedding planning than most of us realize. Me? I'm not great at planning in general. And, Victoria isn't either.

Pushing ourselves to do something we're not the best at can often lead to unnecessary stress, disappointment, and frustration. So, play to your strengths and hire a professional or ask for help for the other stuff.

Guest: Victoria Cooper, The Little Decisions Podcast

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This episode is brought to you by...

• Photos from the Harty, a small but mighty team of wedding and event photographers in Washington, D.C. We believe our couples need to love their photographers as much as their photos, and bring their personalities to each and every shoot.