Welcome to our next great adventure!

It all started with a swipe and a message—then Ilya set the bar high with a perfectly planned first date: a picnic at Lake Balboa Park. Ever meticulous, he even called the day before to ask what kind of wine to bring. He arrived with a classic wicker basket, a spread of meats and cheeses, and his family’s corgi, Lola, who stole the show. Aly, meanwhile, got completely lost between the parking lot and the meeting spot. But with a little help from Google Maps, she made it. What was meant to be a short, casual date turned into a six-hour adventure full of wine (bending the park rules), snacks, and endless conversation. It was clear—this was something special.