We met online in 2015—classic millennial move. Both living in Astoria, Zac bailed on two first dates (don’t worry, he’s made up for it). But once we finally met, sparks flew and we never looked back. A year later, we adopted our sweet pup Max (and then our big pup, Marvin), moved in together, and started building a life filled with joy, chaos, and lots of travel. It wasn’t love at first sight—it was better: love that stuck.

Stranded in rural Normandy with no taxi, no bikes, and barely any phone battery, we had no choice but to walk two miles to a rehearsal dinner in the thick of summer heat. We made a bet to see if we could do it without complaining—and we actually did. Just laughter, sun, and a little blind faith in Google Maps. Clark swears that buggy walk through the French countryside was the moment he knew Zac was the one.

Right after our wedding, we skipped the honeymoon and signed a lease on our first business—Bocage Champagne Bar in Saratoga Springs, NY. We’re hospitality pros who moved from NYC to build something lasting together. Three years later, we're opening our second spot, Standard Fare, just across the street. $20,000 would go right back into the dream we’re living—building community, one glass and plate at a time.