This Vegan Couple’s Scottish Wedding Came With Haggis, Whisky, and a Fully Vegan Feast 

Lauren Yakiwchuk and Justin Ceksters, a vegan couple with a passion for travel, chose Edinburgh, Scotland as the location for their wedding. With 28 guests, the couple transformed their wedding into a weeklong celebration, allowing their loved ones to experience the city as they had come to love it. The ceremony incorporated Scottish traditions, such as handfasting and sharing whisky from a quaich, creating a meaningful and unique experience.

The couple's wedding was a reflection of their love for travel and shared discovery, with a vegan menu crafted by the venue, Ghillie Dhu, for the occasion. The day was filled with personal touches, such as honoring absent loved ones with a candle lighting and a first look between the dramatic purple curtains of the venue. The couple's advice for future brides and grooms is to consider a destination wedding to ease the planning process. The menu featured dishes like vegan haggis dumplings and dark chocolate tart, showcasing the thoughtful and personalized nature of the celebration.