Wedding Questions & Information

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When do I need to book my hotel room by?

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03/03/2024 We have provided a wedding room block for discounted hotel room rates at the Courtyard Marriott by Southington. When booking, ask to book under the Macke-Gonzalez wedding block. To obtain a discounted rate, all rooms must be booked by 03/03/2024. A QR code to our wedding block link can be found on the details card in your invitation or a link to our room block can be found under the hotel/shuttle tab on our website. A shuttle will be provided for those who book under the Macke-Gonzalez room block, to and from the venue.

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Attire?

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We ask that guests wear formal attire.

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What time should I arrive at Aria?

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Guests should arrive at Arias Chapel (45 Murphy Road, Prospect CT 06712) for 4:25-4:45pm. Doors will shut at 5:00 PM

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Transportation to venue?

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There will be shuttle services from the Courtyard by Marriott Southington that transports you to and from the venue at Aria. **LIMITED SHUTTLE SERVICE IS ONLY AVAILABLE TO THOSE WHO BOOK UNDER THE MACKE-GONZALEZ WEDDING ROOM BLOCK OF DISCOUNTED ROOMS**

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Can I bring my kids?

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While we love your little ones, our wedding is going to be an adult-only ceremony and reception so that everyone can celebrate and enjoy the evening. We appreciate you making arrangements ahead of time and leaving the kids at home so you can celebrate with us.

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Will Alcohol Be Served?

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Yes, guests will enjoy a 6 hour premium top shelf open bar. Imported and domestic beers. Red and white wine bottles on each table.

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Should I Come Hungry?

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Yes, our Lavish Cocktail Hour starts at 6PM and includes MEDITERRANEAN STATION A colorful selection of harvest seasonal vegetables and fresh fruit cornucopia complimented by a selection of fine gourmet international domestic cheeses. CROSTINI STATION Freshly baked baguette crostini’s splashed with extra virgin olive oil, complimented by an array of gourmet toppings such as red peppers compote, fresh tomato & basil, fagioli beans with garlic and olive oil. SPECIALTY PIZZA, BREADS & FOCCACIA Home style assorted thin crust pizza & toppings; house made focaccia stuffed breads with specialty fillings. LA TOSCANA ANTIPASTO DISPLAY A taste of Italy with a variety of Italian Sulmaria, dried sausages, aged, imported Prosciutto & Sopressata Ham. Accompanied by a selection of marinated and grilled Tuscan style farm fresh eggplant, mozzarella marinated in basil and extra virgin olive oil. SENSATIONAL SALADS & OLIVE BAR A delectable assortment of freshly made salads complimented with a tasty variety of Mediterranean olives. HOT HORS D’OEUVERS SEA SCALLOPS WITH BACON Succulent Sea Scallops wrapped in Hickory-smoked bacon. COCONUT SHRIMP Large Gulf Shrimp dredged in coconut and lightly fried. BROCCOLI RABE & SAUSAGE Fresh broccoli rabe sautéed in EVOO with Italian Sausage. NEW YORK STYLE CALAMARI House made fried calamari tossed in sauce & hot cherry peppers. SESAME CHICKEN TERIYAKI Tender chicken, tossed in sesame teriyaki sauce. CLAMS CASINO Fresh baked clams with bacon and peppers. ARANCINI Arborio rice & cheese lightly coated with breadcrumbs and fried. PHILLY CHEESESTEAK ROLLS A Philadelphia favorite in an eggroll.

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What's For Dinner?

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Dinner is a sit-down plated meal. FIRST COURSE: ARIA SIGNATURE SALAD Canadian greens, grape tomatoes & cranberries topped with fennel & golden balsamic vinaigrette. SECOND COURSE: PENNE ALA VODKA PASTA Sautéed in a creamy tomato Vodka sauce. CHOICE OF ENTREE: FILET MIGNON W/ MASHED POTATOES Center cut filet mignon delicately flame broiled and complimented with a burgundy sauce. A TRIO OF STUFFED SHRIMP W/ VEGTABLE RISOTTO. Jumbo baked stuffed shrimp with seafood stuffing. FRESH ATLANTIC SALMON W/ VETGTABLE RISOTTO. Fresh Atlantic salmon seared in a beurre blanc sauce. CHICKEN SALTIMBOCCA W/ MASHED POTATOES. French cut chicken breast wrapped in Prosciutto complimented with a mushroom marsala sauce. GRILLED PORTOBELLO MUSHROOM NAPOLEAN W/ GRILLED VEGTABLES (V). Assortment of grilled vegetables topped with a portobello mushroom. DESSERT WILL BE SERVED WEDDING CAKE SWEET MARIA'S CUPCAKES

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Will there be an after party?

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There will be a celebration after the reception at the Courtyard by Marriott Southington. Come celebrate the newlyweds and the brides birthday!