01 AprChoosing a Caterer

Food & Catering

Guests may not remember the way the hall was decorated, but most will remember the meal, so pay close attention to what is being served and how. The meal is the most expensive single element of the reception, so careful planning can save significant savings.

Tastes are very subjective, so do not let personal tastes rule the day. In truth, the wedding couple has little opportunity to do much eating, so the menu should not be determined by what you like to eat, but by what will appeal to the greatest number of people.

Two meat dishes are popular, one white meat (commonly chicken) and dark (beef). It doesn’t add a lot of extra cost to the meal and gives guests a choice.

Your menu should allow for religious and dietary limitations – guests requiring kosher or vegetarian meals need to be accommodated. Determine special requirements well in advance and make sure that the caterer can satisfy them. In the worst case scenario, you may need to arrange for separate preparation of these meals and have them delivered to the reception to coincide with the serving of other guests. Be sure to provide the caterer with a list of these requirements and seat numbers.