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Wedding Reception Catering Decisions

Lord Thompson Manor Catering By Budda Oliver.

After the ceremony, your wedding guests should be able to socialize in a comfortable and fun setting. The decorations and music will add to the atmosphere, as well as the availability of great food. The type of food that is served – and how it is served – is up to you. Finding a wedding caterer that will prepare a delicious meal for your big day can be a frustrating task, but knowing what the type of food you want can make the process much simpler.

A catered meal, or formally passed hors’d'oevres, is an important aspect of a traditional American wedding reception. The tough part is deciding what type of food to serve and finding a caterer that will provide the type of service and menu customization that you require. Many caters will offer a tasting so you and your spouse-to-be can sample the food before you make a decision.

The catering staff will help the meal service portion of your wedding reception run smoothly. Many caterers can offer a basic level of service that can be tailored to fit the specific venue and schedule of the reception. It is up to you to decide on whether you would like a sit-down served meal or a buffet-style meal that allows guests to make their plate from a static food station. A sit-down meal will cost more than a buffet meal because of the level of service that will be required. A wait staff will have to be present. This, however, may be a good option when taking into account the number of guests you have. A large number of guests would take a long time to make their way through the buffet line. If you’d like to have everyone start and finish eating at about the same time, a sit down meal would work better.

You should consider the many food needs of your guests. If you reception will have children present, it would be a good idea to make sure there are kid-friendly menu choices available. You may also want to make sure there is a vegetarian option on the menu as well.

Another thing to take into account is the cleanup. Depending on your choice of disposable dining ware or using real plates and silverware, someone will need to clear the tables. Many catering companies, when using their flatware, will provide a bussing service that will clear plates and silverware from the tables after the guests are through eating. A trained, professional wait staff can make sure the guests are enjoying the meal and remove used dishes as the meal progresses.

While it is advised to shop around and find the caterer that can provide all you need at a competitive price, you should choose the wedding caterer who will be able to customize their service package to best fit your needs and your reception venue. And, of course, provide the best tasting food for you and your guests.

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