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Catering
Planning a wedding reception dinner can vary in cost, depending on where the reception is held and the type of meal served. Will you offer a sit-down dinner or a buffet? Will you offer more than one meat, vegetable and salad, or will you serve hors d’oeuvres?
We suggest you ask the following questions: 1) What type of meal do you have in mind? 2) Can you personalize the menu? 3) What is your total budget for the dinner, and what is the cost per guest? 4) Can you sample the foods you are requesting? 5) Who provides the plates, silverware and linens? 6) Who is responsible for the set-up and clean-up? 7) Does the fee include tax, gratuity, and security charges? 8) How far in advance will the food be prepared? 9) How many extra meals will be available for additional guest that show up unexpectedly? 10) When is the deadline for the headcount?
In general, you will want to match the formality of the reception and dinner to the formality of your wedding.
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The following are articles, questions or answers pertaining to Catering:
Menus: Top 10 Planning Ideas (article)
Deciding what to serve at the reception means mixing adventurous spirit with careful considerations. Here are menu-planning tips. Debbie says this is worth your time!
Menus: 10 Ways to Make Yours Memorable (article)
Want your reception meal to be delectably delicious? Make your menu mouthwatering and marvelous with these 10 tasty tips. Debbie recommends a look!
Your Caterer: Q&A With a Pro (article)
How do you work with a caterer? New York caterer, Rosemary Howe, gives the lowdown on some basic catering queries. Debbie recommends you read this!
Q&A: Reception: How to Save on a Caterer? (article)
I am getting married next April and my boyfriend and I are trying to figure out how to save on a caterer. We're having an afternoon wedding. What do you suggest we eat at the reception in order to save money?
Your Caterer: 17 Questions to Ask (article)
Meeting with caterers? Here are 17 must-ask questions before you sign on the dotted line. If you want to be on top of your wedding meal Debbie suggests you read this!
Reception Food: Ways to Save Dough (article)
Looking to save money on your reception meal? Food experts from around the country share their favorite cost-cutting tips. Debbie highly recommends these 30 - money saving tips.
Reception Food: Tips for a Tea Reception
Looking for a Tea Time, location and other suggestions, then this article is for you. Also includes info on decorating, music, serving style, the meal and a list of great Teas. If you’re into Tea’s this is a must look, according to Debbie!
Catering: A Complete Checklist
If you have never planned a catered meal for a wedding before you’ll want to review these suggestions. Debbie highly recommends!
Catering: Ethnic Options (article)
suggests 10 different ethnic flavors to consider.
Menus: 7 Simple but Special Ideas
Catering a unique dinner does not have to be expensive, but it might have to be creative. If you want to serve chicken, but want it to be exquisite, then Debbie recommends this article!
Menus: The Contents of a Cocktail Reception
Although more and more receptions are going with “Cash Bars”, this type of reading may be of interest to you. This article could help you decide which direction to take. This is a good article.
Reception Food: The Modern Menu
Are you looking for a most unique menu for your reception dinner? If so, then you might want to investigate this article.
Reception Food: What's Hot Now
Check out these hot trends in reception catering.
Reception Menus: 5 Afternoon Teas
If you’re into an English style Tea for your wedding reception check out this article.
Reception Menus: 7 Bountiful Brunches
If you have though about a morning brunch, then check out this article, which lists 7 menus and their individual items.
Your Caterer: 17 Questions to Ask
Catering is one of the more expensive items in your wedding budget, so you’ll want to prepared when negotiating with a caterer. Debbie highly recommends this article as a MUST see!
Your Caterer: Finding a Good One
This is a good article on finding a good caterer. Check this out.
Your Caterer: Points for the Contract
With this aspect of the wedding being one of the more costly items you might want things guaranteed, and a contract with the caterer will guarantee your interests. Debbie recommends this article as a MUST see!
Your Caterer: Q&A With a Pro
You might be wondering about what a caterer does at the wedding reception dinner, or what they are responsible for. If so, you’ll want to read this article. Debbie recommends this for additional ideas.
Your Caterer: Points for the Contract (article)
You've found the yummiest caterer around -- now nail down the specifics with a contract you can both agree upon. Debbie highly recommends!
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