{"id":58143,"date":"2019-02-20T19:00:12","date_gmt":"2019-02-20T19:00:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/withjoy.com\/blog\/?p=58143"},"modified":"2024-04-08T09:44:23","modified_gmt":"2024-04-08T16:44:23","slug":"wedding-catering-ideas-charm-guests","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/withjoy.com\/blog\/wedding-catering-ideas-charm-guests\/","title":{"rendered":"10 Wedding Catering Ideas to Charm Your Guests"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

You\u2019re getting married, but that doesn\u2019t mean you should feel pressure to follow the status quo at your own wedding\u2014especially when it comes to the grub. Besides, who says you have to \u2018break bread\u2019 the traditional way with a server and a three-course sit-down meal?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

No matter the route you take, food\u2014and the sharing of it\u2014helps us viscerally connect with one another, establish new relationships, and solidify old and everlasting bonds. As the late Anthony Bourdain said, \u201cFood is everything we are. It\u2019s an extension of nationalist feeling, ethnic feeling, your personal history, your province, your region, your tribe, your grandma. It\u2019s inseparable from those from the get-go.\u201d <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Whether you\u2019re planning to have a casual shindig, fancy rendezvous, or something in-between, don\u2019t be afraid to go bold and crank up the food\u2014and presentation\u2014thermometer, so long as the temperature stays true to you, the glowing couple.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Here are 10 catering ideas that go beyond the traditional reception \u2018meal,\u2019 commencing with a cocktail hour to the wee hours of the after-party, that will make your wedding a charming, memorable, and deliciously-satisfying one for your special someones.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Cocktail Hour<\/strong><\/b><\/h2>\n\n\n
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1. Manageable hors-d\u2019oeuvres<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

There\u2019s nothing quite like the mingling that happens at cocktail hour. The atmosphere is relaxed but oddly jittery, and there\u2019s a kind of hunger in the air as guests await the ceremony or\u2014depending on the order of events\u2014you, the newlyweds, post-ceremony. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Regardless of where you place a cocktail hour, you want your guests to feel sophisticated\u2014and remain clean. That means avoiding hors-d\u2019oeuvres that require bare hands to consume or ones that could easily ooze or smear on a dress or suit. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

That said, that doesn\u2019t mean you have to risk boring guests with limited or unappetizing food options. In fact, the presentation could make all the difference. \u201cFor example, instead of serving mac \u2019n cheese in ramekins, you could deep-fry a bite-size portion<\/a> and serve it on a lollipop stick,\u201d Brides.com suggests. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Not only is this presentation\u2014whether the food is on a stick, toothpick, or skewer\u2014unfussy and incredibly manageable for guests, it\u2019ll also delight them and keep their outfits pristine. Win-win.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. A pretty ap\u00e9rtif bar<\/strong> <\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

When guests are only just beginning to ease into the evening\u2019s main attraction you\u2014the happy couple, of course\u2014don\u2019t necessarily want them to feel too intoxicated too early. After all, the day is still young, which is why an ap\u00e9rtif bar makes for an excellent choice. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

According to Elephants Delicatessen, a Portland-based specialty food deli and caterer, \u201cap\u00e9ritifs<\/a> are usually a mix of wine, spirits, herbs, and spices. Lighter than cocktails and easy to pair with food, they have the added value of stoking the appetite and, like digestifs (their after dinner counterparts), aiding digestion.\u201d <\/p>\n\n\n\n

They also tend to be quite colorful, splashy, and festive which makes for a complimentary\u2014yet classy\u2014addition to hors-d\u2019oeuvres during cocktail hour.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Ceremony<\/strong><\/b><\/h2>\n\n\n
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3. For a summer wedding: A refreshing beverage station<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Why not keep the refreshments chugging, especially if your wedding is outside and during one of the warm months? While the ceremony might not be the first setting that comes to mind when you think of \u2018wedding catering,\u2019 it\u2019s definitely a thoughtful addition that\u2019ll leave your guests pleasantly surprised\u2014and hydrated. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

According to Inside Weddings, a leading online wedding resource, \u201cAttention to detail is important for every aspect of your wedding, and the way you offer drinks to your guests is no exception\u2014even the soft ones. Cans of soda? No. Clunky bottles? Absolutely not. Self-serve drink stations<\/a> offering sweet tea, lemonade, juices, and infused waters from glass and cut-crystal dispensers are far more sophisticated and allow your guests to help themselves to whatever and as much as they want.\u201d <\/p>\n\n\n\n

And the options don\u2019t have to be generic. To make them special, you could tailor your beverages to your culture, hometown, or childhood favorites, but aim for light and refreshing because the day is only just beginning and you don\u2019t want guests feeling too satisfied yet. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Even though wedding ceremonies last 20 – 30 minutes<\/a> on average, which isn\u2019t very long, offering onsite refreshments\u2014whatever kind\u2014is a polite gesture, especially if guests are forced to sit under the sun.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

4. For a winter wedding: Comfy drinks to beat the chill<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

If you\u2019re having a winter wedding and holding your ceremony outdoors, you might consider incorporating a hot beverage station that guests can help themselves to. After all, who doesn\u2019t love some chest-warming comforts when it\u2019s chilly out? <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Martha Stewart Weddings offers some festive ideas<\/a>, suggesting that \u201chomemade hot cocoa, spiked or served with your favorite fixings, is the perfect treat. Hot toddies, mulled wine, tea, and coffee are other offerings that work for nearly any time of the year.\u201d <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This way, you can rest assured that guests will feel extra warm and fuzzy as they watch you exchange vows\u2014and cry into their mugs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Reception<\/strong><\/b><\/h2>\n\n\n
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5. An effortless cocktail-style dinner <\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

A cocktail-style wedding dinner is a great option because it\u2019s as customizable and varied as you want it to be. It can also be more budget-friendly because there\u2019s no particular need for dinner tables and chairs for each guest. Plus it\u2019s more relaxed, allowing people to mix and mingle as they please instead of being limited to conversations at their assigned tables. It\u2019ll make your celebration feel effortless and freeing\u2014and stand out from the crowd. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

But if you opt for this, it\u2019s important to \u201clet your guests know what to expect<\/a>\u2014wording on the invitation suite, wedding website low-down, or even a weekend itinerary upon check-in,\u201d and that you arrange enough hors-d\u2019oeuvres to satisfy everyone. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Plan on 12 to 14 hors d\u2019oeuvres<\/a> for each guest because we don\u2019t want anyone to remain hungry at your wedding now, do we? <\/p>\n\n\n\n

6. Food trucks galore<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

If there is one sight guests don\u2019t expect at a wedding, it\u2019s probably a food truck<\/a>. While the trend has grown increasingly popular in recent years, food trucks still push the envelope and give your wedding a unique spin. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The nice part about them is they can be budget-friendly and \u201ccustomized and integrated<\/a> into the wedding theme. From serving the bride and groom\u2019s favorite foods to adding a customized menu board with fun names, to getting the truck wrapped in the color scheme, the options to personalize your big day are endless,\u201d writes catering company Roaming Hunger. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It also adds an oomph of playfulness to an otherwise formal event and it\u2019s a conversation starter, encouraging guests to interact in new ways and simply come and go as hunger strikes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

7. Artsy grazing boards or tables<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

While the name might conjure up a pastoral scene of farm animals chowing down in a field, it\u2019s nothing of the sort. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Grazing tables are ideal if you\u2019re looking for buffet-style vibes without the stuffiness or, as Good Housekeeping defines it, \u201ca more decadent alternative to a buffet<\/a>, using high-quality ingredients and stunning styling to create a showstopping dining experience for guests.\u201d <\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you appreciate design, this is a great catering route because you can mix, match, and customize the tables to your heart\u2019s content. Think platters of meats, veggies, fruits, crackers, and fermented foods<\/a>\u2014a hot 2019 trend\u2014arranged in a spontaneous yet thoughtful way.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

8. A breezy BBQ cookout <\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

If the weather is looking good, an outdoor BBQ could prove to be a memorable experience for your guests. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Most people love the smell and taste of BBQ (think laid-back summertime vibes), there\u2019s an opportunity to put on a show with fire and smoke, and it\u2019s unexpected. Just because your wedding is a more formal affair doesn\u2019t mean a little fun can\u2019t be had food-wise. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

As Food Network describes, \u201cAn outdoor setting is perfect for a more casual vibe<\/a> like this \u2014 but because a grilled dish is unexpected (and perhaps a bit more elevated than burgers and hot dogs), guests will still be wowed. If grilling isn\u2019t your thing, ask your caterer about other laid-back menu ideas, like a pig roast for a Hawaiian-style wedding or freshly fried chicken for a Southern-themed reception.\u201d <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Just be sure that you have enough vegetarian options for guests who don’t consume meat. Grilled veggie skewers? Check.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

9. Playful grab-and-go dessert stations\u00a0<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Who says dessert has to end at the wedding cake? The great thing about grab-and-go dessert tables is that you can make them as elaborate, creative, and artistic as you like (because who wants boring dessert?). <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Remember, it\u2019s all about the presentation. Imagine donut walls, cupcake towers, and macaron trees alongside your wedding cake, if you choose to have one, or as an alternative to the cake. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

You could also tailor your dessert selection<\/a> to your culture or heritage for an extra special spin, so there\u2019s more intentionality with your choice. Think of it as an interactive experience, another\u2014sweeter\u2014conversation starter as guests settle into the evening.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The After-Party<\/strong><\/b><\/h2>\n\n\n
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10. Late-night soul food<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

It\u2019s the early hours of the following morning, guests have been socializing and dancing all day and night, and the beer, cocktails, and wine have long passed made their appearance. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Chances are, as is usually the case after drinking, guests could probably go for some comfort food to cap off the night. In fact, there\u2019s science to support it. A study published in Nature Communications<\/a> found that alcohol induces the brain into starvation mode, dubbed the \u2018aperitif effect<\/a>.\u2019 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This is probably the last thing you want your guests to feel at your wedding\u2014even if it\u2019s nearing the end. So why not treat their starvation woes with some bite-sized sweet and salty snacks? <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Think grilled cheese, pizza, or\u2014for a boost of elegance\u2014fried risotto balls. Also, be sure to consider your venue and leverage what it offers. For example, if it has fire pits, you could provide ingredients for self-serve s\u2019mores for those with a late-night sweet tooth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Morning After<\/strong><\/b><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

We know your guests are an important part of your big day, but at the end of the day, you should be overjoyed by your wedding\u2014and that includes your food choices. Because if you\u2019re not, it will show on your guests\u2019 faces and in their memory of the event. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

At the same time, you don\u2019t need to incorporate all of these ideas to make your celebration a satisfying one. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Determine whether a traditional wedding, traditional-with-a-spin wedding, or an all-out unique extravaganza reflects you as a couple, then experiment with the food and don\u2019t be afraid to have some fun.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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