With the many costs that couples endure when planning their wedding, catering can often be one of the most expensive. Depending on how many guests you anticipate, and the type of meal served, couples can expect to spend anywhere from $1,800 to $7,000 on catering alone. Though this cost seems high, there is no need to fret! We’ve come up with 3 ways to help you save money on catering for your wedding. –
The Sweet Granada: A Chocolate Cafe
The Sweet Granada is a family-owned sweets shop located in Emporia, KS. This shop specializes in fresh fudge, handmade chocolates and other confections and gifts. All of the tasty products are made in small batches to guarantee quality and freshness.
This shop takes pride in offering a large selection of gourmet sweets made with premium ingredients. The Sweet Granada production team handcrafts more than 100 different gourmet chocolates. Some customer favorites include caramels, nut clusters, caramel nut clusters, creams, s’mores, dipped Oreos, double-dipped cherries, chocolate-caramel pretzels and more.
In November 2004, the mother-daughter team of Toni Bowling and Kim Redeker opened The Sweet Granada at its original location in the Granada Theatre south storefront. Toni’s son, Steve, helped design the shop. Toni’s husband, Steve, could be found dipping white chocolate doggie treats. Kim’s husband, Steve (yes, that’s right – they are all named Steve) is the official Sweet Granada bookkeeper. Kim and Steve’s children, Emmy and Joe, have grown up in the business and continue to do their share especially during school breaks. All of the other family members, have the best job of all – official test tester! In October 2013, The Sweet Granada moved to its new home sweet home right next door where customers enjoy watching the production team at work while browsing the retail shop for all their favorite confections.
Wedding Wednesday – Dinner Choice
Your Wedding Wednesday Question
If I’m having a seated dinner at the wedding reception is it necessary to have a choice of entrée?
Answer:
No, that is not a must. A suggestion is to have an option for guests that are vegetarians or have dietary restrictions. If you decide to do this, don't forget to let your caterer know that you want these options.
We hope this answered your question!
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Inspirational Friday – Reception Food
Are you considering the easy and traditional bbq buffets with beans, cole slaw and some vegetables for your event? Well, you may want to look at these ideas before you decide on anything!
How about cute d'oeuvres made with simple mozzarella and tomatoes or why not a pita and hummus basket? And for the main course why not some fresh cold cuts with multiple options of pies, salads and focaccia on the side? That’s food for thought on what to serve at your special event or reception.
Check back for more inspiration and ideas from Wedding and Party Network.
Trending Tuesday – Mini Desserts
What's another wedding trend we're loving this year? Mini desserts. They're everywhere. From mini cupcakes, macaroons, petite fours to tartlets, we're seeing a variety of miniature desserts. Not only can you display these in some fun ways, but they're also great for guests since they're so easy to pick up. Tell us what you think of this trend at social@weddingandpartynetwork.com.
Trending Tuesday – Family Style
When planning the food for your wedding reception, think family style. Serving comfort food family style around the tables are trending in a big way for weddings this year. Why is this trending? It shows that you think of your guests as family and it's truly laid back and comfort at it's finest at your wedding.
Trending Tuesday – Unique Food Displays
A popular wedding trend that we're seeing for 2015 is displaying your food in a true unique way. What do you mean by unique? Doughnut desert walls, beer gardens, salad stations and food trucks are all great ways to serve food at your wedding. It adds a unique twist and will surely stun some of your guests! Will you incorporate this trend into your wedding?
Inspirational Friday – Food Displays
You want your food to taste delicious, of course. Have you ever thought about how you're going to display your food? There are some really great ways to display your food. It not only tastes great, it also looks amazing. This week's Inspirational Friday will give you some ideas on how you can display your food and talk it over with your caterer.
These pictures capture some great ways to display food. They range from unique orbs, vegetable dip display to a fun candy bar. Come up with a fun idea for your food table that matches the theme of your wedding as well. Talk with your caterer, they'll have a lot of ideas.
Wedding Wednesday – Open Bar?
Your Wedding Wednesday Question
Do I have to have an open bar at my reception?
Answer:
It's up to you if you want to have a bar at your wedding–and an open one at that. Look at prices for open bar vs. cash bar and decide if you want to add that to your budget. If you want to save a bit on an open bar, consider giving your guests a limited amount of tickets for drinks. Your special day, however, will still be fantastic whether there is a bar or not.
We hope this answered your question!
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Every Wednesday we will post answers to your biggest wedding questions.
Inspirational Friday – Wedding & Party Food
Here at Wedding and Party Network we want to give you inspiration for your wedding and party details. The details are what sets your wedding and party apart from anyone else. The colors, theme, detailing and style all creates your wedding day style and conveys your party theme. So, today's Inspirational Friday will focus on wedding and party food.
Wedding and party food are such important details of any event. If the food is absolutely delicious, it will make your special event even more memorable. However, if your food isn't that tasty, that's the one thing that guests will remember. Food is very important, especially the way you display it as well. Make sure your wedding or party caterer uses fresh ingredients, knows your vision for your food and you of course do a tasting for the food. Also, research ways to display your food and see if your caterer can achieve that. Remember, food is important.