You’ve got a reception to plan, and you’ve picked the date, the venue, and even the color scheme. But what about the food? One of the top issues that reception hosts fret over is what kind of food to serve. All receptions don’t have to involve an elaborate meal; some of the best foods are those delicious little bites—officially called hors d’oeuvres. Advantages of small bites being the star attraction are that you can include a variety to please everyone, and the atmosphere will be less formal. Once you’ve decided that your reception will be a great setting for these perfect morsels, you’re ready to forge ahead.
Catering in Atlanta, GA — Food Choices to Consider
You won’t have to look far to find a caterer in Atlanta to help you finalize your menu; once you do, be sure to include a variety of options to suit everyone’s tastes and possible dietary requirements:
- At least two vegetarian options, such as marinated veggie kabobs or guacamole
- Consider a couple of gluten-free options—most caterers have great ideas
- Provide fruit for those who may not be able to—or may not want to—indulge in other sweet treats
Catering for Weddings in Atlanta — Other Important Issues
Depending on the theme, consider tailoring your hors d’oeuvres to be either a little on the fancier side, or casual and fun. Perhaps caviar or a caprese salad may fit the bill; or, you may prefer meatballs or sliders. (Remember, sliders don’t always involve hamburger: consider salmon, chicken, or even lamb!) Even if your menu is casual, you can always ask for a fancier presentation. Just because hors d’oeuvres can be picked up and eaten with your hands doesn’t mean that they can’t be presented in a fabulous way. Also:
- Work with your caterer to stay within your budget so you don’t have too much food, but be sure to have enough food so guests feel like they’ve had a satisfying meal. The rule of thumb for super-heavy hors d’oeuvres—those that replace a standard dinner—is 12-15 pieces per person.
- When considering your budget, take into account whether or not you’d prefer your guests to choose their hors d’oeuvres from a main table, multiple stations, or have them presented table-side by wait staff. The delivery method you choose will definitely affect the final price.
Hors d’oeuvre-only receptions can be original, innovative, and fun—and will make for an event that you and your guests will remember for years to come.
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