{"id":141548,"date":"2017-02-03T12:00:31","date_gmt":"2017-02-03T12:00:31","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.5starweddingdirectory.com\/?p=140272"},"modified":"2023-08-27T14:55:24","modified_gmt":"2023-08-27T13:55:24","slug":"roman-affair-mckenna-robert-villa-miani","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/roman-affair-mckenna-robert-villa-miani\/","title":{"rendered":"A Roman Affair – McKenna and Robert, Villa Miani"},"content":{"rendered":"

Brit boy Robert and California girl McKenna were keen to pull off the most\u00a0authentic Roman wedding, which is why they chose Roman born Raffaella\u00a0Alflatt<\/a> from Wedinitaly<\/strong> to plan and create it from scratch.<\/p>\n

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After two consultation meetings, one of course with the mother and father\u00a0of the bride, Raffaella passed the test and was given the go-ahead to start creating the wedding of the year.<\/p>\n

The welcome night<\/h3>\n

Rob’s mum was put in charge of organising the \u0080\u0098rehearsal dinner\u0080\u0099\u00a0which for\u00a0the Brits is a whole new world when it comes to American traditions. In\u00a0true authentic and Roman style, wedding planner Raffaella Alflatt\u00a0recommended a quaint and traditional taverna, situated just off the River\u00a0Tiber in Trastevere. La Taverna di Mercanti is a beautifully historic\u00a0restaurant with the perfect space for a large group of wedding guests. As\u00a0an old building dating back to the 11th Century, the characteristic\u00a0ristorante is traditionally decorated as you would imagine, with garlic\u00a0hanging from the ceilings, checkered tablecloths and wine bottles lining\u00a0the shelves, it was the perfect backdrop to the start of their destination\u00a0wedding and adventure in Rome.<\/p>\n

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The venue<\/h3>\n

When it came to selecting the venue, Villa Miani was the firm choice for\u00a0the couple. Not only did it provide stunning views overlooking the capital\u00a0of Italy, but the venue itself gave the couple so much potential to put\u00a0their personalised stamp on the style of their wedding. Almost like a blank\u00a0canvas for an impressionist to place their colour and flair upon, Villa\u00a0Miani has that beautiful quality of flexibility and stature for couples to\u00a0create their own dream wedding.<\/p>\n

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The Dress<\/h3>\n

McKenna wore a stunning ivory gown that she chose here in London from\u00a0Browns Bridal.<\/p>\n

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The Flowers<\/h3>\n

McKenna had a strong vision of how she wanted her flowers to look. Inspired\u00a0by Dutch Masters Impressionists, together with florists La Rosa Canina of\u00a0Florence, they created the most stunning flower decorations using deep\u00a0burgundy and blush pinks throughout. The contrast of colours worked well\u00a0with the colour of decor which was golds and creams, perfect for a summer\u00a0wedding in Rome.<\/p>\n

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The menu<\/h3>\n

As McKenna and Rob were so in love with Rome, they were keen to keep it as\u00a0authentic as possible with a traditional yet beautifully presented menu,\u00a0curated and produced by Relais le Jardin.<\/p>\n

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To start:<\/h3>\n

Green and white gnocchetti with tomatoes, basil and sweet provola cheese Risotto with strawberries, taleggio and balsamic reduction<\/p>\n

Mains:<\/h3>\n

Beef tournedos with tomatoes concass, coriander and raspberry vinegar,\u00a0endive with pine nuts and raisin, potato flan<\/p>\n

Dessert:<\/h3>\n

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As McKenna is from California, and her father also owns a winery in\u00a0California, without importing wine from the other side of the world, the\u00a0closest the got was by having her father select the wine list from Italy.\u00a0There was an additional personal touch of Rob’s Scottish heritage with\u00a0fudge as the favours made by his Scottish godmother.<\/p>\n

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The Entertainment<\/h3>\n

There was a tight brief, McKenna and Rob had a specific taste in bands and\u00a0were really keen to make sure whichever live band they chose, that they\u00a0were going to keep the party going. Raffaella recommended an Irish band Da\u00a0Derga from Galway…and boy did they play, non-stop for nearly 5 hours,\u00a0making the party a huge success!<\/p>\n

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With special thanks to:<\/p>\n