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The Right Food For Your Wedding Reception

Lord Thompson Manor Wedding Reception Food By Bill Abernathy.

Many people choose to have their wedding reception catered. It is much easier to have a professional caterer prepare the food rather than have someone in your family shoulder the burden of preparing a meal fit for a large number of guests. Before you choose a wedding caterer, however, there a few things you’ll need to consider. You and your partner should discuss menu options that you both can agree on. Decide on a few dishes that you both think would be appropriate and that you would both enjoy. Try to limit your menu choices to a dish that can easily be prepared in a short period of time for a large group of people. You should also begin thinking about the often-overlooked food aspects of a wedding reception, such as hors d’oeuvres, beverages (coffee, tea, water, etc.) and service. Begin by deciding whether or not you and your spouse would like to have a traditional sit-down dinner or a buffet-style dinner where servers are not needed. Remember that the catering company will need a larger number of staff to provide you with some services, such as serving or bussing tables, so if you’re constrained by a tight budget you may wish to skip some of the extravagances.

The food is what counts, and your caterer will make a meal that is memorable whether you choose to have a served meal or a buffet-style dinner. Now that you have a good idea of the type of food and service you want at your wedding reception, you can begin selecting a catering company. Often times, a caterer can be found by word-of-mouth references. Have you been to a wedding or other catered event where you particularly enjoyed the food? Ask who the caterer was and contact them. Set up appointments with multiple wedding caterers and discuss your options. Find out if they can prepare the food you desire and at what cost. As you narrow down your list of potential caterers, you will schedule tastings to see if the menu meets your approval. Finally, you’ll choose the right wedding caterer with the best tasting food and the best service value. Your wedding caterer will have all the necessary equipment to prepare the meal you choose and will need adequate room to work.

If you are having your reception in a traditional reception hall, make sure you designate a space for the caterer’s work station, just as you designate a place for your DJ or band and dance floor. For the most part, a large portion of the meal will be prepared in the catering company kitchen, but some foods will need to be heated and possibly prepared on-site, depending on your specific menu. Make certain you leave the wedding caterer enough room to work and provide them with easy access to electrical outlets. You will also need to contact the wedding caterer a few days in advance to give them a final, accurate headcount. The food at your wedding shouldn’t cause a burden on your special day. Let a professional caterer take care of the menu so you and your guests can enjoy the occasion. Hire a wedding caterer and you’ll have a fantastic, memorable meal at your wedding reception.