It was 2014 when Tristan took a part-time second job at the Barnes & Noble Cafe, where Alicia was a supervisor. She had eyes for him immediately and he has later admitted he thought she looked cute in her green apron and ponytail. They quickly bonded over their shared love of Seattle baseball and could be found most evenings at their local sports bar watching the Seattle Mariners. Tristan introduced Alicia to world of craft beer, and Alicia turned Tristan into a cat person. A little over 2 years in, they moved in together, along with Alicia's cat, Henri. Over the years they traveled together, from several short road trips to Bellingham and Yakima, to more extensive trips to California, Utah, the Caribbean, and New York! They have enjoyed several concerts in Seattle area together and have tried numerous Chrissy Teigen recipes at home. After nearly 6 years together, in the sleepy town of Astoria, Oregon, Tristan popped the question that sparked the start of their new future.