Thank you so much for the beautiful oak serving board! We can’t wait to use it during the many dinner parties you’ll be invited to this winter. Looking forward to celebrating with you at our wedding!

For a kitchen gift you received before your wedding

How did you know we were dreaming of those crystal champagne flutes?! They’re by far the most beautiful glasses in our home and we’ve never felt fancier. You’ll have to come over soon so we can toast to you! So excited to see you in June.

For drinkware you received before your wedding

We had a blast dancing the night away with you at our wedding. We also can’t thank you enough for the espresso maker. Our mornings have never been brighter! We can’t wait to see you in Austin next month… all caffeinated up!

For a coffee gift you received after your wedding

Where have you been hiding those killer dance moves? Thank you so much for rocking out at our wedding. And we absolutely love our new cast iron skillet and cookbook! We’re already cooking up a storm. Hope to see you soon in New York!

For cookware you received after your wedding

Thank you so much for the beer-brewing kit! We hope to be sipping backyard IPAs with you in no time. We missed you at the wedding, but know you were there in spirit. Can’t wait to see you when we’re back from our honeymoon!

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The Riviera was designed and built in 1932 by Chicago architect James Roy Allen, with shop stalls and bathhouses on the main floor and an elegant ballroom on the second floor. From it's opening, the Riviera served as a Big Band and Jazz destination for the Midwest hosting many large acts such as Dave Brubeck, The Glen Miller orchestra, and most famously Louis Armstrong himself. In the 1950's-1960's the venue continued to host many acts and eventually in the 1970's became known as the Top Deck bar and nightclub hosting acts such as Chubby Checker, Herman's Hermits and Stevie Wonder. After the 1970's the building fell into disarray and went through several renovation projects. Eventually it was labeled a Historical Landmark and recently once again underwent a massive renovation restoring the ballroom to it's original glory, including a 1930's chandelier!  The Riviera now continues to live on in it's original glory providing space for weddings, meetings, and gatherings of all sorts.

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