The Wedding Reception Food Menu

Now we come to what will probably amount to the most expensive part of your wedding - the food. You can choose from a traditional sit down formal meal , a buffet or simply a range of canapés . Again, the style of your wedding may dictate what you choose - an informal event is much more likely to have a casual buffet than a traditional formal wedding.

Sample menus, a wine list and prices should be available from the caterers, whether they are the in-house company offered by the venue, or an outside firm that you have chosen independently. They should offer choices of finger or fork buffet dishes, luncheon menus and full three- or five-course dinners with plenty of variety in hot or cold dishes, fish, meat and a good range of vegetarian or vegan alternatives.

You should also make sure that the chef can cope with special dietary requirements, such as diabetic, Kosher or wheat-intolerant. Most are quite happy to prepare alternative dishes, but they must know in advance. Ensure that you are aware of this information - ask your guests to inform you of any dietary requirements they may have when you send your invitations.

Canapés

Serving the perfect nibbles ...

Buffets

Our tips on presentation and menus for seated or standing buffets ...

Formal Meals

Menu suggestions for a formal meal ...

Types of Catering

Thinking about hiring a caterer, or doing it yourself? We take a look at both options ...

Finding the Right Caterer

Asking the questions that will find you the right caterer ...

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