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This royal-inspired wedding set in a historic Toronto mansion took an unexpectedly personal turn when the couple realized the venue’s initials matched their own. From embroidered silk napkins to gold-tipped rose favours and a same-day film screening, every detail of Georgette and Sam’s celebration was layered with meaning—and unforgettable flair. Cultural connection.
Georgette had just arrived in Toronto from the UK and was expecting only a short stay when a chance encounter changed everything. On her very first day in Canada, she attended a church event and was randomly seated next to a kind stranger—Sam’s father. When she mentioned she was looking for a place to rent downtown, he offered to connect her with his son. A few days later, Sam reached out, they met, and the spark was immediate. From that moment on, they were inseparable.Exactly nine months after that first meeting, Sam surprised Georgette during a romantic getaway in Mexico. He told her he had booked a dinner at an exclusive restaurant within the resort and suggested formalwear was required. Georgette didn’t suspect a thing. When they arrived at a private section of the beach, she found a candlelit table surrounded by flowers and music. She thought it was a romantic dinner—until Sam got down on one knee and proposed. Shocked but elated, she said yes without hesitation.A year later, they hosted a wedding that was equal parts regal and personal at Toronto’s storied St. George Mansion. The couple enlisted Enaya Rabba Events to plan and design a one-of-a-kind celebration that reflected both their love story and their Lebanese heritage. The theme was royal, timeless elegance, infused with personal meaning throughout. Incredibly, the mansion’s initials—SG—matched the couple’s first initials, a perfect coincidence.
UNFORGETTABLE MOMENT
The couple exchanged vows at Our Lady of Lebanon Church in Toronto. For Georgette, the most unforgettable moment of the day was when the church doors opened and she saw Sam waiting for her at the altar. The traditional ceremony was heartfelt and reverent, a meaningful beginning to the day’s grand celebration.
LOVE IN BLOOM
The reception space inside St. George Mansion was transformed into a regal setting of ivory, white, and gold. A floral arch framed the fireplace, creating a dramatic focal point for the sweetheart table, which was surrounded by flickering candles and lush arrangements by J’Adore Floral Boutique.
Each place setting featured custom white silk napkins embroidered with “SG” in gold thread, paired with a preserved white rose tipped in gold and presented in a personalized box bearing the couple’s names and wedding date.
SENSORY CELEBRATION
The reception unfolded as a true sensory experience, filled with immersive entertainment and thoughtful hospitality. Guests enjoyed a lively lineup of performers, including a saxophonist, singer, oriental dancer, DJ, and band—each act bringing its own energy to different parts of the evening. A shisha lounge in the garden added a relaxed, social vibe, while a private bar in the basement featured a personalized light show and signature cocktails. One of the night’s most memorable moments was a surprise screening of the same-day edit in the mansion’s private movie room. Guests dined on a lavish catered meal reflective of the couple’s Lebanese roots, adding another layer of warmth and cultural richness to the celebration.After the wedding, Georgette and Sam honeymooned at Hotel Eldorado Royale in Riviera Maya, Mexico, where adventure met unexpected twists—including Sam losing his wedding ring (twice) and a spontaneous road trip across the region to recover it. They returned home with the happiest news of all: Georgette was pregnant. Today, the couple resides in Mississauga, Ontario, where Georgette works as an accountant and Sam manages automotive operations.
