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I have to say, I was more stressed out for the RD than the actual wedding day! We had our dinner the night before our wedding at a local Italian restaurant which had a separate party room. Nothing too large or too fancy! Just a shortened menu and we invited immediate family and the bridal party (sans dates) and all of our OOT relatives and friends who were staying in a nearby hotel, where we had blocked out rooms. About 25 people in total. The food was amazing! And the drinks were fabulous. I think everyone had a good time and our bridal party definitely bonded! There, we handed out gifts. It made everyone more relaxed for the next day. My FMIL (at the time) picked up the tab. Although the dinner ran a bit late (we were all tired) I think it went rather well. Many good memories!