{"id":789,"date":"2016-07-13T11:40:17","date_gmt":"2016-07-13T11:40:17","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/weddingbranch.co.uk\/news\/?p=789"},"modified":"2016-07-10T11:43:21","modified_gmt":"2016-07-10T11:43:21","slug":"how-to-cater-for-a-wedding-on-a-budget","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/weddingbranch.co.uk\/news\/how-to-cater-for-a-wedding-on-a-budget\/","title":{"rendered":"How to cater for a wedding on a budget"},"content":{"rendered":"

Too much choice<\/span><\/p>\n

Although you are catering for the whole wedding party, when choosing your menu, don\u2019t offer too many options. Offering a multitude of choices for the wedding breakfast doesn\u2019t enhance your guests\u2019 experience, or make anything taste better. More choice only means more expense.<\/span><\/p>\n

Cooking on gas<\/span><\/p>\n

Some of the most beautiful wedding venues<\/a> are outdoors \u2013 be it a marquee or a hog roast festival \u2013 but these celebrations do not have on-site kitchens or furniture. You will be required to pay extra to supply these facilities, so make sure you include this in your budget.<\/span><\/p>\n

Smooth operator<\/span><\/p>\n

The key to a successful wedding reception is timing and service. Making people wait for food and drinks is not a great idea. Pay for extra serving staff to ensure a smoothly-run reception and you will notice the investment \u2013 and your guests will love you for it!<\/span><\/p>\n

Trade your toasting tipple<\/span><\/p>\n

Champagne is everyone\u2019s top tipple for parties, but it can be a little on the expensive side. However, there are some great sparkling wines available, which are just as good but cost less. To impress your guests on half the budget, add a little elderflower cordial and a hibiscus flower to Cava, to create the perfect festive fizzy cocktail. Not only does this add a light, sweet, floral taste to the drink, it makes the Cava go that little bit further \u2013 good news all round!<\/span><\/p>\n

Bacon buffet<\/span><\/p>\n

If you plan to party in the early hours of the morning, don\u2019t serve an evening buffet \u2013 you are essentially paying for two full meals that many people won\u2019t even touch. Why not serve bacon sandwiches or posh kebabs a la Lily Allen? This will give the illusion of an evening meal and your guests will be thankful for the traditionally British fuel injection before the trip home.<\/span><\/p>\n

A cheesy ending?<\/span><\/p>\n

Cheese cakes are a great alternative to traditional tiers. You can ask your caterers to cut and serve the savoury slices with fruit and biscuits as the dessert after your meal. Alternatively, cupcakes are a cheaper option than a tiered cake and work well as both a dessert and a favour.<\/span><\/p>\n

Raise the bar<\/span><\/p>\n

The drinks reception tab can easily set couples back a few thousand pounds, so limiting what is served can be a great way to reduce costs. Ask your bar to carry beer and wine, or alternatively, have a cash-only bar that your guests will have to pay for. If you have provided them with a lovely meal accompanied with great wedding entertainment<\/a>, guests won\u2019t mind forking out for a few drinks towards the end of the evening.<\/span><\/p>\n

Caffeine fix<\/p>\n

Coffee and mints are an essential part of any party and the perfect way to round off your meal. Why not add flavoured syrups and amaretto biscuits to freshly ground coffee, to give your guests a delicious caffeine fix? They\u2019ll be guaranteed to keep dancing late into the evening after one of these!<\/span><\/p>\n

Spend to save<\/span><\/p>\n

Cutting corners doesn\u2019t always mean cutting costs. If you cut out canap\u00e9s, you will end up with hungry guests at the beginning of the day. Why not spend more on canap\u00e9s but less on the evening buffet? Many people over spend on the evening food when most guests are still full from the wedding breakfast, which is a waste of both money and food! Lighter evening snacks will go down just as well with your guests, and save you money, too.<\/span><\/p>\n

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