We're getting married!
We'd be honoured to have you join us at The Herb Garden in Almonte on the fourteenth of September as we become husband and wife.
The beauty of this venue is that it is private land – which means we are able to personalize our day to its full potential. Scroll to read more about what we have planned for you, or jump straight to the RSVP.
A beautiful fall ceremony
You'll be welcomed with a signature cocktail – we'll get the main event started by 3pm. The short but sweet outdoor ceremony will take place under a hexagon arch, nestled near a beautiful wheat field, smelling the fresh grown herbs.
Husband and wife
Once we've said our 'I do's', we'll move over to the two hundred year old cedar log barn and prepare for the enchanting night ahead of us.
A hearty four course fall harvest meal
Tasteful southern comfort food.
Course 1 – Passed appetizers
As everyone mingles, we'll have plenty of appetizers and drinks flowing to kick off the festivities. Appetizers include:
CHARCUTERIE Assorted Cured Meats, Cheeses, And Pickled Veggies Served with Sliced Baguette and Artisanal Crackers
BACON WRAPPED SCALLOPS Grilled Scallops Wrapped in Double Smoked Bacon
CAPRESE SALAD SKEWERS Baby Tomato and Bocconcini Cheese Wrapped in Basil, Drizzled with A Balsamic Reduction
Starter – Choice of soup or salad
Once we take our seats, you'll be presented with a plated dish of your choice:
BUTTERNUT SQUASH SOUP topped with spiced pumpkin seeds, drizzled with buttermilk crema
SPRING SALAD Strawberries, Feta, Pecans, Tossed in Poppy Seed Dressing
Main Course – Family Style BBQ
Not your typical choice of wedding meal, but a favorite of the bride and groom, and fitting to the setting. We hope you will enjoy! Each table will have platters with:
RIBS Seasoned St. Louis Pork Back Ribs
BRISKET Hand Sliced Hickory Smoked Brisket
CHICKEN Herb Rotisserie Quarter Chicken
MAC N CHEESE Hot and Creamy Macaroni and Cheese Topped with Crushed Cheezies
CORNBREAD Freshly Baked Cornbread Served with Butter
GRILLED SEASONAL VEGETABLES Bell Peppers, Zucchini and Onions Seasoned with Garlic and Vegetable Spice
Vegetarian alternatives are available such as a smoked and pulled jackfruit sandwich
Dessert – Carrot cake cupcakes
We'll finish off our meal with some fluffy, sweet, carrot cake cupcakes.
The best barbecue Ottawa has to offer
The fine folks from Meatings will be on site to host this four course wedding meal.
A three part musical adventure
With live tunes by TBD and a DJ set by DannyV.
A local rock cover band
The Socials are an awesome local band that will kick things off for a special treat during first dance, then continue to rock the night until midnight! A few more friends will join the party at this stage of the night (approx 9pm).
Dance the night away
A friend of the groom, DJ Danny V will play us out from midnight until 2. @djottawa
Make a song request on your RSVP, otherwise it will be deadmau5 all night! ;)
Signature Cocktails & Drinks
Please enjoy the open bar responsibly. All tips will be shared collectively between bartenders, chefs, and wait staff.
Warren's Old Fashioned
Makers Mark Bourbon, Angostura Bitters, Simple Syrup, Orange Zest
Chantale's Negroni
Equal parts: Hendricks Gin, Campari, Sweet Vermouth.
Herb Garden Mojito
White rum, sugar, lime juice, soda water, and fresh mint from the garden.
El Camino Tequila Sour
Tequila Reposado, Fresh lemon & lime juice, Light agave nectar, Egg whites.
Broadhead Beers (Ottawa)
Wildcard (refreshing, lightly bittered, hint of citrus), and Grindstone Amber (slightly malty, strong but sweet sharpness)
Trapiche Reserve Merlot, Voga Pinot Grigio
An Argentinian extra-dry red that is medium-bodied and slightly fruity, and an Italian dry white that is light and crisp with flavours of citrus fruit.
Accommodations, Transpo, Registry, FAQ
Parking & Camping on site is free
Feel free to bring your camping gear or RV and join the wedding party on site for the night of the wedding! Parking on site is also free and plentiful. Feel free to drive but please don't drive home under the influence.
We have a block of rooms reserved with the Holiday Inn in Kanata
Call (613) 271-3057 and mention the Winsor/Dunlop wedding and use group code 'D9W' to be placed in our area at preferred rates: Two queen beds $160, Queen Suite $170, Executive King Suite $190. Please book before August 14. We will have shuttle drop-offs at Brookstreet Hotel, and downtown as well.
We will have shuttle service to and from Holiday Inn, Brookstreet, and Westin Downtown
If you decide to stay at the Holiday Inn, our shuttle service will bring you to and from the wedding venue on a flexible schedule. Here is the preliminary schedule. Technically speaking, the venue is on Uber's service map; however, we would not recommend relying on it to get home at the end of the night.
Adult only
This will be an adult only event (minus our fur baby, Bella).
Late night menu
Poutine from Mr. Poutine (the Orange truck outside of House of Targ) will delivered around midnight!
Semi-Formal Attire
If you're so inclined, feel free to coordinate with the wedding party: For men – Navy Suit, White shirt, Burgundy Tie, Dark Brown or tan belt and shoes; For women – burgundy dress. These choices are entirely optional (unfortunately clothes are not).