We’ve had wedding food on the brain lately, and how there are just SO many options. How can a girl decide!? It's not always an easy thing! So we thought we'd give some of our thoughts on the subject of so much deliciousness!
What’s the best thing you’ve ever eaten at a wedding reception? We’ve seen it all – the typical, the highly unusual, and everything in between – and each of them works for the wedding they're at! Hiring a good caterer will make everything so much easier, but it's always good to have an idea of what you'd like them to prepare for you.
You have your personal preferences, of course, but you also don’t want to alienate all of your guests by choosing something that only a small percentage will like. Still, you want to make it your own... it is your wedding, after all!
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We think the best thing to do is take into consideration what your guests will enjoy, but also don’t try too hard to please everyone; it simply can’t be done!! It’s a good idea to start with a dish or two in particular that you know you’d like to serve, and then expand from there.
It might be a particular type of food that the two of you love; Italian, Mexican, Indian, Thai, French, Greek, American, or Seafood. Or a favorite dish that you shared on your first date or anniversary; bruschetta, or tikka masala, or sushi. It could be a family favorite that your grandmother passed down to you; her famous lamb and potatoes, or roast chicken.
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| Photo Courtesy of Marilyn Nakazato Photography. |
Once you’ve found a starting point, ask yourself: what would go well with it? What will fit the same theme, but also add more variety so my guests have more to choose from? You want to take into consideration whether you’re going to have a more formal sit-down style dinner, or buffet of tasty finger foods. It all comes down to the size of your wedding, your budget, and the guests that are attending.
Don’t forget to think about those in your family who have dietary restrictions or cultural traditions that they follow. If you’re really unsure, it’s always best to have a simple veggie and fruit tray for those that really have a difficult time finding things that fit their diet.
There is a lot to consider when choosing food for your wedding… but it can be really fun when you finally find the perfect combination!
Yum... looking at all of these pictures of food has made me hungry!!
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