Their love story began on a cold evening in March 2018 in Boston's Seaport District. Yvonne was spending the evening with a few of her friends celebrating a friend's birthday who had come to Boston from NYC, and they were dancing and drinking at an Asian fusion bar & lounge called Empire.

Anthony had just returned from vacation with his best friends Jon & Dande. The three were partying with the locals and college kids who were on spring break when they were in Miami. Once they were back in Boston, Anthony and Dande decided at the last minute to go to Empire the same night Yvonne and her friends were there.

Dancing amongst the crowd, Anthony saw Yvonne and her friends dancing and decided to start a conversation with them. He asked if they were visiting for Spring Break. Ironically, Yvonne and Anthony were a few years past their college years, both having graduated already. But that night, Anthony thought he was still in Miami. Yvonne answered Anthony by letting him know that it was sweet he thought the group was still in college as they were way past that. After a second thought, she asked him - why would someone come to Boston during the cold season? At that point, Anthony realized he wasn't in Miami anymore. Everyone laughed as it was a nice icebreaker to spark a conversation.

The two talked about their love for pizza and summer visits to Cape Cod. After a few drinks (on Yvonne's side), they decided to exchange SnapChats, where they planned their first date in North End. On their date, they went out for pizza and then headed to Bova's Bakery, as pastries and sweets are Anthony's favorite part!

Two years later, they decided to "test out" living together by staying at The Pierce in Fenway, as Yvonne's job had given her the opportunity to quarantine during COVID-19. They got to cook together, learn each other's habits, and, most of all, realize they were meant to be with each other. After many golf dates and dining in the newest restaurant spots in Boston, they moved in together in the South End.

They eagerly look forward to sharing and creating more memories on October 4, 2024!

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