Thor & Caroline
NEW ORLEANS, LOUISIANA
APRIL 7TH, 2023
THE story
One crisp Fall evening in the heart of the Bluegrass, thirteen years ago, a spark ignited between two young graduate students bursting with enthusiasm and eyes full of adventure. The friendship was undeniable even if they were unsure about everything else.
She would find her way back to New Orleans. He made his way in Louisville. She bounced between ball rooms and board rooms. He set the table for dignitaries, the stage for DJs, and brought the brightest little girl in to the world.
As the years rolled on, they danced a zigzagged path across state lines, coast lines, sky lines and fine lines until finally, the two realized right next to each other or hundreds of miles apart, they had always been together in their hearts.
Now we invite you, the ones that know us so well, to join us as the sun sets over the Crescent City. There will be rock, rhythm, revelry, and vows in one of the many places the young man fell for the lovely mademoiselle. “C’est la vie”, say the old folks. It goes to show you never can tell.
THE SOUNDTRACK
Click the play button for a curated collection of the songs that have scored many of our most memorable moments together.
festivities
THURSDAY
We are starting the weekend off at our new (to us),
200-year old New Orleans abode with a casual Open House, generously hosted by the Sanguinetti Family.
FRIDAY
WEDDING & RECEPTION
@ THE INDUSTRIAL GARDEN
6 - 10 PM
AFTER PARTY
@ THE ORIGINAL NITECAP
10 PM - 1 AM
The main event will be an enchanting evening in a magical little corner of the Marigny. Look for the white gate. Grab a glass and settle in. Showtime will begin promptly at 6:15 PM.
NOTE: Comfortable shoes encouraged for all. The space is romantically rustic and the insanely talented musical lineup has been curated for a night on the dance floor.
Night owls have no fear. Our dear friend and officiant is opening the doors up to his charming cocktail bar for the late night get down. Join us for a barrel-aged night cap and the mind-bending sounds of DJ Bewildered.
SATURDAY
Enjoy a taste of south Louisiana's finest at one of our favorite local gems in the French Quarter. Guests will be welcome to order off the full MENU in addition to the boil. Imagine an afternoon full of sharing stories, sipping on local libations, and a very special musical set by Broad Arrow.
TRAVEL GUIDE
We are delighted to welcome you to New Orleans, a city we fell in love with almost as madly as each other. The rich history, intoxicating sights, sounds, and storied streets, have been the undercurrent of our life together. Enjoy a few of the places we find ourselves returning to again and again, many only a walk away from our venue for the big day!
ACCOMODATIONS
Hotel Peter & Paul. Set in a former church and school dating from 1860, this boutique hotel is a few short blocks form the wedding venue and all the excitement fo the Marigny.
The Frenchman Hotel. Casual, individually decorated rooms and suites centered around a vibrant courtyard pool and music club. Situated at the foot of Frenchman Street.
Melrose Mansion. Perfectly situated on the edge of the Quarter along beautiful Esplanade Avenue, the boutique Melrose Mansion recalls what it might have been like to live in grand antebellum fashion.
Hotel Monteleone. Since 1866, the Hotel Monteleone has provided luxury and historic accommodations for travelers to New Orleans. Located in the heart of the Quarter, The Monteleone is home to the famous Carousel Bar and breathtaking views from the rooftop pool.
The Ace Hotel. A minute's walk from a streetcar stop, this hip boutique hotel in the Warehouse District is a 19-minute walk from Royal Street and a mile from Jackson Square.
Audubon Cottages. These 18th-century Creole cottages are clustered around a swimming pool in a quiet stretch of the French Quarter (if you could imagine such a thing). Curated for privacy and courteous concierge service.
Monrose Row Bed & Breakfast. This meticulously restored 180 year old townhouse with a most charming lush courtyard offers four spacious two room suites with private baths.
AirBnB. Many options still available for guest suites and whole house rentals. We highly recommend staying in or around the Marigny. Have questions about a place you found? Don't hesitate to text a link to Caroline or Thor for recs. CLICK HERE FOR RECS!
Stay Heirloom. Luxury designed short-term rentals in varying sizes throughout the City.
LIBATIONS & RESERVATIONS
Anna's. Our favorite of the Franklin St dives - with a pool table and deep vermouth selection to boot. 2601 Royal St
Alma Cafe. Contemporary Honduran cuisine featuring an impressive breakfast & lunch menu. 800 Louisa
Ayu Bakehouse. Hip setting for great pastries and coffee. 801 Frenchmen St
Bacchanal Fine Wine & Spirits. All-day oasis with live music and excellent food. Buy wine in the shop, grab an ice bucket, and settle in. (Perfect "what's next" after the boil on Saturday) 600 Poland Ave.
Cane and Table. On the scruffy lower edge of the Quarter, this easy-to-miss bar is a grotto of distressed plaster, moody lighting and incredibly good drinks. 1113 Decatur St
Manolito. The frozen Hemingway daiquiri here is a true classic. Get it in a geaux-cup and sip as you walk the Quarter. 508 Dumaine St
Margot's. Craft cocktails and wood-fired pizzas. 1243 Frenchmen St
N7. Secret garden, natural wine, French music, New Orleans magic.1117 Montegut
Satsuma Cafe. Laid-back Bywater breakfast spot for rabbit food and fresh squeezed juices. 3218 Dauphine St
Paladar 511. Polished, healthy-ish California-Italian food in a converted old hosiery factory a few blocks from the hotel. 511 Marigny
Verti Marte If it’s late at night and you need a po’boy, head on down to Verti Marte.1201 Royal Street.
EXPLORATIONS
A Gallery For Fine Photography. Feels like a museum where everything is for sale, but in curvy brick stairwells rather than on big white walls. 241 Chartres St
Crescent Park. Linear park reclaimed from former docks on the River. 2300 N Peters St
Faulkner House Books. A literary sanctuary in the heart of the French Quarter, with new and rare books including, naturally, a fat collection of Faulkners. 624 Pirate's Alley
Frenchmen Street. 3 blocks of live, local music; favorite clubs include Spotted Cat, D.B.A. and Cafe Negril. Don't sleep on the night time Art Market open daily from 7a -12p
NOMA & The Bestoff Sculpture Garden. The city’s oldest fine arts institution hosting an impressive permanent collection of more than 40,000 objects.
Preservation Hall. Touristy? Sure, but still absolutely worthwhile. One of the rare kid-friendly music venues in town (no alcohol served). 726 St Peter
Royal Street. For a full 13 blocks, Royal Street runs parallel to Bourbon Street, yet this thoroughfare – arguably one of the finest stretches of art galleries, antique stores, wrought iron balconies, restaurants and architecture in the country.
St. Charles Avenue Streetcar. One of the oldest and most notable lines. Its route – spanning from Uptown to the Central Business District – passes by classic New Orleans stops under live oaks along the neutral ground.
Tipitinas. Iconic, rustic, black-and-white tiled warehouse space & landmark since ’77 for live music & Cajun dancing. 501 Napoleon Ave
GIFTS
Please know that your presence on our special day is the greatest gift of all. We mean it. We have everything we could ever need with each of you in our lives! For those of you that keep insisting on celebrating with a gift, please send that something special to our home in Louisville, 1621 Eastern Parkway, Louisville KY 40204 or a contribution to our honeymoon fund would be warmly appreciated.
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