Story
Good ole' Peoria, Illinois. It's where the magic happens - and it's where Stephanie and Brett met for the first time. At first they were just acquaintances through some mutual friends. But here they are now, the main characters of My Big Fat Greek Wedding 3. It's a classic love story, really. And if you're reading this, you get to be a part of it.
Tidbits
What was your most memorable date?
We could pick a fancy dinner, but that would be too easy. One person in this relationship is a bit on the nerdy side (and if you know Brett - you know it's definitely not him). On a noneventful Sunday afternoon near Bradley University, the two lovebirds were determined to conquer the Peoria Riverfront Museum's Community Solar System hunt, which is the world's most complete large-scale model of the Solar System. I'll let you take a wild guess on who picked that date...
What's your favorite activity together?
We're huge movie buffs. Not your typical 'I have every streaming service and don't leave my house on the weekends' couple, but the old school 'movie theater, uncomfortable seat, $10 popcorn' couple. We've made it a tradition to keep AMC in business. Stephanie has even kept every single movie ticket stub from each movie we have seen in the theaters.
What's the best meal you have eaten together?
I don't know if this is the best but we both remember it vividly. In college, Stephanie once made a chicken pesto pasta... without the pesto. She thought the spinach she added would turn the meal green and give it that pesto flavor! Stephanie claims Greeks don't eat pesto. We ended up in the McDonald's drive thru.
What's the most memorable trip you have taken together?
It's definitely San Diego. Brett had the best Old Fashioned he's ever had, Stephanie cried when she saw a hippo at the Zoo for the first time, and we've already been back for a second trip to the Southern California city in just our short four years since college.
We are regulars at
You can regularly find us in EVERY SINGLE AISLE at the local Homegoods, Target, Trader Joe's, or Costco.
Registry
Your presence at our wedding means more to us than any present. Your love and support are the best gifts we could ask for!
For those who would like to give a gift, Stephanie and Brett have registered at Bloomingdale's and Williams-Sonoma. By clicking the store names below, it will send you directly to each registry.
Hotel & Travel
InterContinental Chicago Magnificent Mile
We have reserved a block of rooms at the InterContinental Hotel in Chicago. Please call 1-800-628-2112 or visit bit.ly/3qhRpw5 to make your reservation. When calling, make sure to mention the Maglaris - Carlson wedding or group code RRH in order to receive the discounted rate. Reservations must be made before November 2nd, 2022 to receive this rate.
Room Rates for the Grand Tower are $179.00
Room Rates for the Executive Tower are $199.00
Overnight Valet parking is available through the hotel for $75.00 a night. For additional self-parking options, please visit . Use the hotel address as your location to find alternative self-parking options.
Our Favorite Restaurants
Things to do in the City
Shop on Michigan Ave./State St. and visit the Macy's Holiday Windows!
Wedding Party (Click Pic)
Demetri Maroutsos
Koumbaro
Zoe Maglaris
Maid of Honor
Nathan Brown
Best Man
Erin West
Bridesmaid
Jack Carlson
Groomsman
Sophia Learnahan
Bridesmaid
Spiro Maglaris
Groomsman
Lenna Fotos
Bridesmaid
Daniel Munson
Groomsman
Zoe Hannon
Bridesmaid
Alec Hindel
Groomsman
Shannon Richards
Bridesmaid
Nicholas Todd
Groomsman
Kylie Richards
Bridesmaid
Matthew Telli
Groomsman
Kaitlyn Christenson
Bridesmaid
Marianna Pontikes
Flower Girl
Stella Hiotis
Flower Girl
Charlie Pontikes
Ring Bearer
Thano Hrysikos
Crown Bearer
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