Wedding Caterers Expert Advice

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Does our caterer need to be in the same location as the venue?

How far will caterers travel for a wedding? What are the extra travel costs, if any?

Updated : 3/02/2023

4 answers

Best vegan menu ideas for our wedding

Hello, we have a few guests with vegan dietary requirements coming to our wedding. What are some plant based menu ideas that are a hit? Canapes, main and dessert please. Thank you!

Updated : 5/12/2022

4 answers

Is shared/feasting style catering dead?

I've been seeing more and more single-serve food ideas for weddings — does this mean shared/feasting style is on the way out? Or was that just a response during covid? Does single-serve catering cost more? Thanks.

Updated : 28/11/2022

6 answers

Signature cocktail ideas to serve our guests during cocktail hour

We love the idea of serving a signature cocktail to our guests as they arrive at our reception. Have you got some interesting ideas as well as the crowd favourites?

Updated : 17/10/2022

7 answers

What's trending in wedding catering?

Hi there, what do you predict will be in/popular for wedding catering in 2024/25? Are there any unique trends on the horizon?

Updated : 29/09/2022

6 answers

I can't decide between a cocktail reception and sit-down dinner

Help me decide pls! I suppose I'm torn with the sit-down dinner as I don't want to create too much separation.

Updated : 16/08/2022

7 answers

How do caterers handle multiple allergies?

My cousin has a whole host of allergies. How do caterers handle this? Should I ask her if she feels more comfortable bringing her own food?

Updated : 2/06/2022

10 answers

How many wine glasses will I need for 100 guests?

Hello, I was just wondering how many glasses I should order for a wedding of 100. Champagne, beer glasses, water glasses wine etc?

Updated : 17/11/2020

8 answers