Sonoma Garden Wedding Blends Southern Charm with Russian Tradition

Bride and groom walking hand in hand through the forest

Two cultures meet and match perfectly in this Sonoma Garden Pavilion centered wedding. Bobby, born and raised as a sweet natured southern boy met Russian born Sasha and it was head over heels from there! You will fall in love, not just with this cute couple but also all of their adorable details!
Plus a fantastic wedding favor idea to steal below and more to see captured by Fondly Forever Photography in the full gallery! Keep reading WC fans!

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Artichoke orange flowers and poppies in garden collage

Beautiful peach roses blooming in a lush garden setting

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Is there anything sweeter than an emotional groom? Bobby is a self professed crier and capturing the love he shares with Sasha was so special. Sasha and Bobby's gorgeous Sonoma garden wedding was a celebration of their love while combining her Russian roots and his love of his home in Alabama.

Bridesmaids in navy dresses holding pink flower bouquets

Bride and groom at Alabama wedding hold Sweet Home sign

Groomsmen in matching suits and sunglasses at wedding

These two met in Las Vegas and were so excited to bring all of their family and friends to beautiful wine country for their wedding.

Sasha and Bobbys wedding program with white flowers

Wedding aisle decor with white and pink flowers in a jar

Bride walks down aisle with her father on wedding day

Groom and bride exchanging vows at outdoor wedding

Bride and groom sharing a kiss at their outdoor wedding

Happy bride and groom walk on bridge at outdoor wedding

After their wedding ceremony outside surrounded by gorgeous flowers from Lavender Floral in front of a vineyard, guests were treated to drinks and snacks on the main lawn before sitting down to dinner under the twinkling lights and ivy of the veranda.

Wedding thank you note with cute cartoon bride and groom

Wedding guest book with hearts and names, a loving keepsake

Wedding reception floral centerpiece with wine bottle

Elegant pink flower bouquet in a decorative golden vase

Bobby's Aunt is a well known chef and she combined their Southern and Russian backgrounds for an eclectic dinner celebration including fried chicken and biscuits for Bobby and chicken kiev for Sasha.

Delicious fried chicken platter with a sign, perfect for a party

Assorted food buffet with tacos, sandwiches, and snacks

tasty looking floral topped wedding cake from Petaluma Pie Company

Elegant dessert table with pies and cake for a wedding reception

Tiered mini pies decorated with flowers, a delicious dessert display

Steal Worthy Idea

Bobby and Sasha infused their own vodka for the traditional Russian wedding vodka shots which they shared with all of their family and friends. Interested in doing the same? Check out the following steps:
How to Infuse Your Own Vodka!
Gather Ingredients:
Pick a middle shelf vodka, not the best or the worst. Choose a flavor, for flavor examples and suggested ingredient amounts click here.
Wash & Cut:
Thoroughly wash any fresh fruit or vegetables you might choose to use. Slice finely and place into airtight glass container Infusion Process:
Pour in 1 liter of vodka, secure lid and place in a safe place away from direct sunlight. Shake once a day and wait for 2 to 5 days. For more exact infusion times click here.
Bottle it up:
Using a strainer and funnel strain your newly infused vodka into the original bottle or smaller gift bottles. Invite friends and family over to try your tasty creation, and enjoy!

Shot glasses filled with red liquid, ready for a celebration