Say I Do on Valentine’s Day

Clerk Crystal K. Kinzel is pleased to announce that registration is open for the third annual Valentine’s Day Wedding and Vow Renewal Ceremony, which will be held at 21 Spices by Chef Asif on February 14, 2023.

Beginning at 10:00 AM, Clerk Kinzel will officiate the ceremonies, which will be followed by light hors d’oeuvres, wedding cake, and commemorative photograph provided by Let Me Be Candid Photography. Acting as an agent for the State of Florida, one of the Clerk’s statutory responsibilities is to issue Marriage Licenses within Collier County. Hosting this ceremony is an opportunity to celebrate the most romantic day of the year with constituents who are embarking on a new life together or renewing those prior commitments. 

The venue and hors d’oeuvres will be provided by Chef Asif Syed, a national award-winning Indian American chef that has been featured in several TV shows including “Guy’s Grocery Games” in 2015, “Cutthroat Kitchen” in 2016, “Beat Bobby Flay” and “Chop of the Mornin' to Ya” in 2018. For more than 20 years, Chef Asif has lived and worked in Southwest Florida. He is recognized for his community engagement and advocacy efforts for sustainability and traceability in sourcing ingredients.

Limited space is available, so couples are encouraged to register early for the 2023 Wedding and Vow Renewal Ceremony. Marriage vow renewals are free but engaged couples must pay a $30 wedding ceremony fee and secure a valid marriage license. To apply for a marriage license, visit the Recording Department on the Second Floor of the Collier County Courthouse or one of the authorized Satellite Office Locations and present the following requirements: valid ID (Driver’s License, State ID, Military ID, or Passport) and Social Security Number. 

Interested couples should pre-register by telephone 239-252-7242 or email marriagehelp@collierclerk.com. Additional information about the Marriage License application is available at www.collierclerk.com.