Kallandra
&
Arnold
Joyfully invite you to their wedding celebration
July 12, 2025
Our Story
Kallandra and Arnold officially met each other on July 2, 2023. Prior to that, they had been chatting (and flirting) with each other for a week on Bumble. They shared such an unforgettable first date at Block 1912 that they planned all their dates for the rest of the week in one sitting! By the second date, they were already falling in love! By the third date, Arnold had created an entire list of terms and agreements they were to follow if they were to be in a relationship together (was he crazy???). And by the fourth date, Arnold had decided to bandwagon on Kallandra’s solo trip to Paris (yes, he really was crazy!!!). Before three months had passed, Arnold was already hinting at proposing because he was that in love with Kallandra, and she felt the exact same way. Two lovebirds who wanted nothing more than to share a life together, and now it’s finally happening. They’re very excited to share their special day with you!
The Details
Please note The Secret Garden is located inside of Brew and Bloom
Dress Code
Dress code is semi-formal. Think Sunday best! Our venue is floral inspired so feel free to wear your best floral designs. Please no white, blush or jeans.
Ceremony and reception will be held indoors.
Transportation
Nestled in the heart of Downtown Edmonton, The Secret Garden is only seven minutes away by car from the city center. If you are planning to take public transportation, we highly recommend you don't. Seriously. Uber is available. As for parking, plenty of street parking is available on site. Parking is $1/hr until 8 p.m., and free for the rest of the evening. There is lots of parking in front of the venue.
Accommodation
We have especially reserved a block of rooms for our guests at the Chateau Nova on Kingsway at a special rate. If you are planning to book with this establishment, please call 780-424-6682 before the deadline on June 12, 2025 under the Quiddaoen-Weatherbee Wedding. Great breakfast. Highly recommend 10/10. No cap.
Registry
Gifts are not expected, but if you insist on giving a little something to the happy couple, feel free to contribute to our honeymoon fund to the Philippines!
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Will alcohol be served at the wedding?
A: Only if you're paying for everyone's drinks! Otherwise, it's a dry wedding!
Q: What is the dress code?
A: We are having a flower garden theme with everyone in semi-formal attire, and if you wear white, you get a special award at the end of the ceremony: World's Biggest Asshole!
Q: Are we allowed to take photos during the ceremony?
A: We have a hired an elite, talented team to capture professional photos of our special day so sit back, relax, and enjoy our (strictly) unplugged ceremony with us!
Q: Will we get copies of the wedding photos after the ceremony?
A: Only if we like you. Just kidding. We will send out the link once our photographer makes it available to us!
Q: When do I need to RSVP by?
A: Please RSVP no later than June 12, 2025 so that we can accommodate any dietary restrictions, finalize the head count, and because it's the polite thing to do.
Q: Can I bring a plus one?
A: Unfortunately, capacity is limited at our venue and we can only accommodate those already on the guest list. We appreciate your understanding.
Q: What if I have a dietary requirement?
A: Please let us know in the invitation any allergies you may have and we will do our best to accommodate you!
Itinerary
5:00 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. Guest Arrival
5:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m. Ceremony
6:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. Family Formals
7:00 p.m. - 12:00 a.m. Reception
7:00 p.m. - Speeches and Acknowledgements
7:30 p.m. - Dinner
8:30 p.m. 8:45 p.m. First and Second Dance
9:00 p.m. Dance Floor Opens
Menu
Starter:
Caesar Salad
red romaine, caesar vinaigrette, crouton crumbs, fried capers, grana padano
Soup:
Italian Wedding
meatballs, pastina, seasonal greens, parmesan, lemon zest
Entrées
(all entrees served with Buttermilk Mashed Potatoes and Vegetables)
Citrus Sunshine Chicken
slow-poached crispy chicken leg, charred leek chimichurri, roasted onion petals, roasted carrots, frisée, citrus
Red Wine Braised Short Rib
AAA Alberta beef, served with red wine rosemary jus
Dessert:
Chef Curated Small Bites
24k Gold Peach Delight
Get To Know Our Bridal Party
Sam Friesenhan, Maid of Honour: Kallandra and Sam have been best friends for over 10 years. They met in high school where they had multiple classes together. They lost contact for a few years but reconnected and volunteered at the Fringe Festival together. Since then, they regularly see each other to discuss their favourite books, plan trips, and activities for the future.
George Quiddaoen, Officiant: George is Arnold’s brother and will be the officiant for their wedding. Arnold has always been there for George as his loving big brother, and George regularly comes to Arnold for advice. George is the sweetest younger brother Arnold could have ever asked for, as he has surprised him on multiple occasions such as visiting from Vancouver on Arnold’s birthday and on Canada Day. He also has a very close relationship with Kallandra, and regularly “spills the tea” to both of them!
Lucas Chen, Best Man: Lucas has been Arnold’s best friend of 10 years. They met while working together at Costco and have been close ever since. They share a love of cars, hotpot, video games, and all things Costco together, particularly the tire centre! Lucas has been there for Arnold since day one, and has seen him through his most difficult of times. Lucas will be coming all the way from Vancouver to be the best man on this momentous occasion.
Eric Sun: They say good friends can be found in the most unusual of places, which is exactly where Arnold met his friend Eric: at the Meadows Community Ice Rink. Arnold was enjoying a morning skate one day when he decided to strike up a conversation with Eric about his awesome execution of the hockey stop. Ever since then, they have bonded over hockey, sports, being bad asian drivers, delicious asian food, and have been friends ever since.
Things To Do In Edmonton
If you have some time to spare, Edmonton has a ton of great attractions:
West Edmonton Mall - Canada's largest mall. WEM hosts 800 stores including twelve world-class attractions, 2 hotels, over 100 dining venues, and entertainment for all ages. Arnold loves it so much, that he goes here every year for his birthday!
The Muttart Conservatory - One of Canada's largest indoor botanical collections, nestled in the river valley. Discover the Pyramids and learn about more than 700 species of plants in 4 climate-regulated biomes. Fun fact, Kallandra and Arnold shared their third date here!
Fort Edmonton Park - Fort Edmonton Park is a living history museum and attraction in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada. It's a large, wooded parkland site that features reconstructed buildings, period transportation, and interactive exhibits! They even have a time period train and actors that never break character!
Whyte Ave - Famous for its lively arts and entertainment scene, including live music venues, theatres, and art galleries. Whyte Avenue features historic buildings and architecture, adding to the charm and character of the area. Possibly the nicest neighbourhood in the city!
Places To Eat Edmonton
Bro'Kin Yolk - Great spot for breakfast or brunch. Serves delicious Filipino fusion as well as American classics!
Bella - Have you ever had the desire to travel to Italy without paying the hefty travel fare? Well, look no more. Bella's delicious Italian cuisine will take your taste buds straight to the heart of Sicily. You'll surely say "Mamma Mia!" after dining here!
Yelo'd - A trendy and hip Filipino dessert shop. Your classic favourites such as halo-halo, ube cookies, and pandan ice cream all found here! A scoop of home away from home.
Marko and Vicenta's House - Our favourite pick. Our wonderful friends Marko and Vicenta, the owners, handmade our signature pizzas personally. Best part? He even comped our meal!*
*Kidding.
Please note The Secret Garden is located inside of Brew and Bloom
