We've created this website as a convenient and interactive way to share all of the important details with you leading up to our wedding. You can also read more about how we met, how we adjusted our wedding in times of Covid, and learn a little bit about the Persian ceremony. Thank you for your ongoing love and support. We are so excited to share this day with you whether virtually or in person!

In light of the recent events, we have decided to say "I Do" in a small garden ceremony on August 8, 2020. The safety of our family and friends is very important to us. While we plan to organize the wedding with appropriate precautions, we understand that everyone may not be able to attend in person. We will have a live stream of the ceremony for those who prefer to celebrate with us virtually. While our Santa Barbara waterfront wedding is being postponed to 2021, we can't wait to say "We Do" and start the next journey of our lives together on August 8, 2020!

Our first date was at a local bar, Paper Plane over creative and tasty cocktails. Bahareh was starting to explore whiskey drinks and craft beers, so Steve suggested they continue at ISO Beers since Bahareh had never been there. There was never an awkward silence, no need for an emergency exit call. Before we knew it, we made our way over to Farmer's Union for dinner. Being the sweet guy he is, Steve walked Bahareh home. Downtown San Jose was the destination for several more dates as it was walking distance for both of them. It's amazing that for 5 years they lived in the same neighborhood and went to the same places, but never crossed paths until one fine Tinder swipe. While the first 6 months were filled with separate trips for the two, they are now inseparable and haven't killed each other through shelter in place. They enjoy traveling globally (yes, he went to Oktoberfest and loved it), hiking, tide pooling, and going crabbing. Of course they still enjoy fine cocktails, craft beers - Steve is even trying Sours and Bahareh Ports!

The Sofreh Aghd is a traditional and elaborate Persian ceremony spread, decorated with many symbolic items all representing an element of marriage for the couples new life together. Some of the decorations on the Sofreh Aghd are: Ayeeneh (Mirror) which is reflective of light and a representation for a bright future. Shamdoon (Candle and Candelabra) signify purity, the fire symbolizing energy and clarity of mind during the couple’s life together. Noone Sangak & Gandom (Flatbread & Wheat) are native to Iran and baked using hot stones. Included as a symbol of prosperity and feasts for the future. Traditionally intended to be shared with the guests it reinforces the importance of familial relationships. Meeveh (Fruit) represents a joyous future with seasonal fruit, most notably anar (pomegranates), seeb (apples) and angoor (grapes). Tokhmeh Morgh (Eggs) represent fertility and are ornately decorated. Badoom, Fandogh, and Gerdoo (Almonds, Hazelnuts and Walnuts) symbolize fertility. Asal (Honey) As part of the ceremony, the couple feeds each other asal which represents the continual sweetness and love they will give each other throughout their marriage. Sekkeh (gold coins) is placed on the Sofreh spread to represent wealth and prosperity for the couple. Sheereeni & Shahkh-eh-Nabaat (Sweets) are displayed and shared with the guests. Kaleh Ghand (Sugar Cones) - As the couple sits, a cloth is extended over them. Happily married members of their family take turns grinding sugar cones together to shower the bride and groom with sweetness and pass on a blessing from one generation to the next. Esfand (wild rue) is a very important element in a traditional Persian ceremony, the burning of incense wards away the “evil eye”. To further combat any negativity or malice intent, another woman precedes the bride as she walks down the aisle burning Esfand (wild rue). Soozan Nakh (Needle & Thread) symbolizes the blending of two families becoming one.