s bridal Delish! By Tresa Erickson Plan your wedding for mid-afternoon, and food may not be much of an issue for you. You can serve cake and punch, and be done with it. Plan your wedding near mealtimes, and you better be ready to feed your guests, else you could wind up with a lot of hungry people who leave sooner than expected. If you don’t want to end up with an empty dance floor, here are some tips for serving the right food. Consider the tone of your wedding. Formal affairs might call for a sit-down dinner prepared by the finest caterers in town, whereas informal affairs might allow for a buffet of finger foods prepared by friends and family. Consider the theme of your wedding. While fish and shrimp might work well for a beach wedding, they might not go over so well for a southern style wedding unless you’re planning to deep-fry the two. Consider the food allergies of your guests. Some people are so allergic to certain types of food that they can go into anaphylactic shock at the mere whiff of it. You don’t want an ambulance at your reception. Steer clear of common trigger foods, like peanuts and shellfish, and ask around to see if there is anything else you should avoid. Consider the tastes of your guests. Different people like different foods. Serve a variety of foods to appeal to the masses. Give guests a choice of meats and set up some food stations for those who like to graze. Don’t forget to include options for vegetarians and those on restricted diets. Consider your budget. Foods vary widely in price. Seafood, for example, can be quite pricey compared to chicken. Buy the best you can afford and be prepared to make some compromises. Instead of three meats, for example, you might have to offer two meats. Consider the flavor of foods. If you are using a caterer, request some taste tests so you can make sure what will be served at your wedding will please the palate. You don’t want to shell out big bucks on food no one cares for and have guests leaving early so they can go out to eat. People have been long been feasting at weddings. It is important that you take your time when selecting what to serve at your wedding. Try to accommodate as many people as possible within your budget, whether preparing your own food or relying upon the services of a caterer. 12 The QUEE NS Courier • bridal • JUNE 23, 2016 for breaking news visit www.qns.com
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