When you’re planning your wedding, you want to ensure that every single part of it is a magical experience, not just for you and your partner, but for the guests who are attending your wedding as well.
In order to achieve the best possible catering experience on your big day, you sometimes need to think outside of the box when it comes to wedding catering ideas. Luckily, there are some pretty spectacular wedding catering ideas floating around that are sure to be eye-catching.
1. Creative Presentation
When it comes to wedding catering ideas that we highly recommend, creative presentation is one that constantly tops our list. There’s a tendency to focus almost exclusively on the quality of food, and while the quality of the catering is definitely very, very important, it’s imperative that you don’t forget about the presentation! Your guests first eat with their eyes, and a colourful, well-plated meal will spark their interest.
People notice the presentation of food. Even if they’re served an incredibly delicious meal, if the delivery is off, then they’re not going to walk away with a great impression of the overall meal. Finding ways to present the food creatively is a big part of making a big impression on your guests. When you’re discussing the menu with your caterer, make sure to bring up presentation. They’ll be able to offer you some great ideas for making the meal as appetizing and aesthetically pleasing as possible.
2. A Dessert Station
It’s more than likely that the guests at your wedding will be looking forward to one big thing in particular—the dessert. Capping off a delicious meal with something sweet and delicious is one of the best parts of wedding catering, but it doesn’t have to be predictable.
While you’ll probably want to have a wedding cake, you need not restrict yourself to just this traditional dessert. Offering a wider variety of desserts has become very on trend for weddings this season, and the more creative your choices, the better! Dessert stations are a great way of incorporating a large number of different desserts into your catering plan. From cookies to cupcakes to cotton candy; the range of what you can offer is huge.
If you’re planning on including a dessert bar, remembering to include something for everyone is key. You’ll want some unexpected options, some fun options,and some options for people who might be looking for the more traditional fare, as well as options for those with dietary restrictions. Think a candy and cookie bar with gluten-free, vegan, and dairy free options. As long as you cover your bases, you can’t go wrong when it comes to offering a dessert bar at your wedding.
3. Personal Touches
Guests love seeing catering touches that speak to the personal relationship between you and your new spouse. Personal touches can go a long way in making a lasting impression with attendees. After all, your guests are there to witness a momentous occasion in your life. Details that speak to your individual personalities and to the love that you have for each other helps foster the sense of the spectacular and the moving.
While you’ll want to have menu options that appeal to a wide range of people, including an item or two on the menu that represent things you and your spouse love to eat is a great way of emphasizing your unique personality. Quirky food choices that show off personality, like serving donuts or having a taco stand, can also demonstrate that above all you want your guests to have a fun time. Think of items that you have had on travels together or that reflect your heritage.
Another way of personalizing the catering experience is by including signature cocktails that make a personal reference to you and your partner. The best wedding catering ideas are those that are memorable for both you and your guests, and personal touches are nothing if not memorable.
