Thursday, April 9, 2015

Top Tips For Creating A Great Wedding Menu

By Joanna Walsh


There are many decisions that brides have to make when they are planning their big day. One is choosing a wedding menu that will satisfy all of your guests as much as possible. If you are trying to decide what you want to serve your guests, here are some tips that you can use to simplify the decision making process.

Often, couples will choose a ceremony and reception venue first. This is a key step. You will want to decide if you are going to choose a place that already serves meals versus one where you may need to hire an outside service provider. If you are working with an outside service provider, you will want to ask your reception venue if they have specific people you want to work with. Some locations in Boston, MA will actually charge you a penalty if you do not use one of the caterers that they normally work with.

The size of your celebration and length of your guest list will also affect your style of meal and the kind of food you serve. A large guest list can mean that you end up paying a lot for food. You may want to look at a more economical type of food if you will be having a lot of people at your reception. The length of your reception may also affect the kind of meal you serve.

Another consideration is when your ceremony will take place. There are some lovely options available for lunch time celebrations as well as ceremonies that are even earlier in the day. You do not need to stick to a dinner reception or menu if that is not what you had in mind for your big day.

Menu choices may also be influence by the kinds of foods your guests are able to eat. Many people are choosing vegetarian diets or may be dealing with gluten issues or food allergies. This is something you will need to talk to a caterer about when you are planning what food you will serve. An experience caterer has likely dealt with many different issues that are centered around food.

There are many different caterers available to choose from. Many couples will opt to start their search online by looking at menus that a caterer may have posted on their website. Word of mouth can also be a great way to find a good caterer who may be able to get you a good meal for a reasonable price.

Don't be surprised if there are different costs for the same food depending on how it is served. A sit down meal may cost more per plate than a buffet. This is because you are also paying for staff members to serve food rather than manning buffet stations. Just decide what suits your budget best.

It may seem like a lot of effort to plan a great meal at your wedding but good food is something your guests will remember for years to come. Whether you plan a simple meal or an elaborate dinner with multiple courses doesn't matter as much as making sure that special needs are accommodated and your guests feel satisfied and well-fed.




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