subject: Catering For Weddings - Tips To Help You Say Yes To The Best Caterer [print this page] Weddings can be lavish events with many guests, or they can be small and elegant events with a short guest list. Either way, one of the most expensive bills for your nuptials is likely to be the catering bill.
For many couples getting ready to tie the knot, their bill for food costs may make up 45 to 50 percent of their overall wedding budget. Knowing that this could be the case, it is important to be as choosy as possibly about the caterer for your special occasion.
It is best to spend some quality time with the caterer to discuss everything pertinent to food for your reception. You will need to discuss the budget you have to work with and the kinds of foods that you would like to serve.
You also need to discuss the style of reception that you wish for. You may wish to have a sit down dinner, a buffet, a cocktail reception, or some other style. All weddings and receptions are different, so you must decide which style appeals to you. Communicate that information to the catering company.
If you are considering working with a caterer that you have never dealt with before, it would be a good idea to set up a time where you can have a tasting of his food. This will let you know what his culinary skills are all about and how he presents the food that he makes. The tasting will give you a good idea if you want to hire the caterer for your wedding reception or not.
Ask for references and check them once you have been given them. There is no point in asking for references that you do not check! This is your wedding and you want it to be as perfect as possible. To make that happen, get at least two references and place the calls. You will have a better idea about the catering team if you talk with other brides.
One thing many brides forget to ask the caterer about is the china or dinnerware that will be used for the reception. Be the one who does remember to ask the question! Some companies will include all the china and dinnerware in the price they quote you, but it may not be in the best of shape. It may be scratched or the pattern on the dishes may be faded. Ask to be shown samples of the place settings if it is included in the price. In this way you will know what you are getting and will know if it compliments your dcor.
The service provided at the big party is important. Inquire as to what the ratio of servers to guests will be. In general, one server for every eight to 10 guests is good. However, the kind of reception you are having plays a role in this decision, for instance seated dinner as opposed to a buffet.
by: Anders Abadie
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