Name: Jennifer Dionisio and Anselmo Cantu (Mr. and Mrs. Cantu!)
Wedding Date: May 26, 2012
Ceremony Site: International Christian Church
Reception Site: Virginia Beach Convention Center
Photographer: Erin Lundy
DJ: Emer Lunasin
What first drew you to the VBCC?
I went to a friend's wedding several years ago and loved loved the food and the ceiling lights. I went to many weddings before but did not remember the food except VBCC. I wasn't even dating Anselmo then but I remember telling my mom "I want my wedding reception here!"
What made you decide to book?
For me, the two things that are important at a wedding reception is number one the FOOD and two if people had fun.The Virginia Beach Convention Center was the first venue that came to my mind when I got engaged because I loved the food so much and the ambiance of the ballroom. Plus it was the only venue available for May 26, so I figured it was meant to be!
What was your favorite part of planning your wedding? By far the taste testing at the VBCC. I love to eat and I enjoyed trying all the delicious food.
What was the most challenging part of planning your wedding ? To be honest the hardest part about wedding planning was choosing the flowers. There are so many beautiful flowers to choose from and I wanted to make sure I chose the right flowers to fill the ballroom (since the room was so large)
What was the most memorable moment of your wedding day (Groom)?
When my beautiful bride walked down the aisle.
What was the most memorable moment of your wedding day (Bride)?
So many moments to choose from, but I believe it was when I walked into the ceremony for the first time and looked into Anselmo's eyes while he waited for me at the alter. At the moment everything sunk in and realized this is it, I'm getting married! I felt like I was in a fairy tale.
What was your favorite thing you ate at your wedding reception?
I didn't get a chance to eat dinner because we were so busy greeting our guests, but the cocktail food was delicious! I had like 5 pieces of crabcake! But everything was so good from the coconut shrimp to the breaded scallops to the pan seared salmon and walnut chicken. We received so many compliments on the food from our guests!
What is your favorite photo from your wedding day?
What is your favorite part of being married (Groom)?
Its a wonderful feeling being able to look back (planning, stressing out, decision-making) and know that God was in control the whole time. My favorite part is that our marriage is God-centered and being able to share a lifetime together.
What is your favorite part of being married (Bride)?
It's awesome to wake up next to your best friend and know God brought us together. I look forward to building memories and growing old with Anselmo. It's a blessing to be married to your best friend and being a team.
Anything else you want to share?
Thank you VBCC -Cassie and Darcy especially for making our day so memorable. Your team did an awesome job. It was more than I imagined and I would certainly recommend anyone to have their wedding reception at VBCC!
Thank you Jennifer and Anselmo for sharing your special day with us!! Best wishes for many happy years together!
