Our Story
25 years in photos
Before 2001
Jab We Met
Two people, a few chance meetings, and zero clue what was coming. Every love story starts somewhere — this is ours.
2001
Kazar Zalo!
"Young, optimistic and with absolutely no idea what the next 25 years had in store."
The Early Years
Just the Two of Us
Before kids, before mortgages, before either of us knew what "date night" would eventually require advance planning for.
Then Came
Samantha
And just like that, sleep became a distant memory and a tiny human ran the household.
And Then
Rachael
Turns out one wasn't enough chaos. Round two.
The Years In Between
Life Got Busy
School runs, birthday parties, careers, minivans (Dhanno). The years nobody warns you go by this fast.
2022
Then Came Leo
The world shut down, so we let a small chaotic animal into the house. No regrets.
Somewhere Along the Way...
The Funny, Candid Ones
We got older. The girls grew up. Saby still thinks he's funny. Loviena still lets him think that.
2026
And Here We Are
Twenty-five years later, incredibly grateful for the life we've built and the people who have shared it with us. Now it's time to celebrate.
Schedule
Monday, January 4, 2027
Silver Jubilee Mass
4:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Our Lady of the Assumption Church
Sarzora, Goa 403715, India
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Monday, January 4, 2027
Reception
5:30 PM onward
SUL – The Beachside Venue
Benaulim, Goa 403708, India
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Travel
Both the Mass and the reception are in South Goa — we'd recommend booking your stay somewhere nearby (Benaulim, Varca, or Colva) to keep travel between events easy.
Dabolim Airport (GOI)
Goa has two airports — Dabolim and Mopa. Fly into Dabolim; it's much closer to South Goa and will save you a long drive.
Airport Transfers
Pre-arrange a taxi or hotel transfer, especially if you're arriving with luggage or a long-haul haze.
GoaMiles (Goa Tourism's own app-based taxi service) is solid for pre-booked rides and airport pickups — but treat it like a moody teenager for anything last-minute. Book ahead, don't wing it.
Getting Around Goa
Goa looks small on a map. It does not always drive small — especially during the Dec–Jan rush, so allow extra time. For day-to-day, hotel taxis, pre-arranged drivers, or GoaMiles are your easiest bets. Planning a full day of sightseeing? Hire a car and driver for the day rather than juggling ride after ride.
Kadamba Bus Service
Technically an option. If you enjoy mystery schedules, questionable AC, and showing up a day late, this one's for you. We recommend it exclusively to guests we're not that close to.
Things To Do
Varca Beach
Right next door — quiet, clean, good for a sunrise walk. You're basically in Saby's ancestral home backyard, too — if you see an aunty squinting at you from a balcony, wave. She already knows who you are.
Sarzora
Loviena's ancestral village — home turf for one half of this wedding, and also exactly where the church is, so you'll already be here on the day. Say the 'Mascarenhas' surname out loud near anyone over 60 and watch the family tree unfold in real time.
Cazulo Premium Feni Distillery
Ground zero for kaju feni — Goa's Uzo. One glass in and every uncle suddenly remembers how to dance the dekhni.
FAQs
Are you really still married after 25 years?
Yes. No, we're not surprised either.
Is this a vow renewal?
We already said "I do" once. Sodd re baba — we're not doing that paperwork again.
What's the dress code?
Festive. Think "fest" (feast day) glam, not beach shack in your chappals.
Will there be feni?
Obviously. It's Goa.
Is there food?
Xit kodi, sorpotel, choris pao, the works. Come hungry, leave sussegad.
What's for dessert?
Bebinca. Layer by layer, just like this marriage — mostly held together and slightly better with age.
Will the aunties be there?
Obviously. Assume every conversation is being narrated in real time to someone's mummy back in Mumbai.
Who's more excited for this celebration?
Correct answer: Loviena. Always Loviena!
When's the RSVP deadline?
November 30, 2026. After that, we assume you're bringing a really good excuse in person.
RSVP
RSVP now — or be the reason the caterer runs short on prawn balchao.
You're In!
Thanks for RSVPing — we'll see you in Goa. Now go tell your liver to start training.
