Advice to keep in mind when searching for the perfect wedding caterer
Posted on: 10 November 2015
When you are organising a wedding, you have so many different things to organise that it can become quiet an overwhelming experience. Perhaps one of the most important aspects of a wedding is the food.
The wedding meal is something that will be remembered when you and other people look back on the day, and you want to have good memories of the experience. There are a few common mistakes that people make when hiring caterers for their wedding.
Here is some advice on how to avoid these mistakes and pick the best professionals for your wedding.
Research the venue
There are two main types of wedding venue that you can choose from. You can choose one that is all inclusive and have caterers that are on site, or you can choose venues that will allow you to bring your own caterers for the meals. It can be bit of a problem if you are dead set on a venue but they don't allow for outside catering coming in if that is what you'd like.
If you are bringing an independent catering company into the venue, you should know exactly what sort of technological and electrical capabilities the venue has. There's no point only having a couple of burners if you need to feed a couple of hundred people.
Remember that first impressions are important
Everything can look great on paper, but it isn't until you actually taste the food for the first time that you know if the caterer will be the right fit for you.
Having an initial meeting is very beneficial for both parties. It allows you to make sure they have the necessary skills to create the dishes of your choice while it gives them a better understanding of your exact needs so they can develop a specific proposal and plan of action for you.
Do not be swayed by glossy advertisements and attractive writing, if the caterer doesn't have food for you to taste at the first meeting, this can be a warning sign of the quality of the company.
Stick to your budget
While you want to have the perfect wedding meal, there is only so much that a specific amount of money can buy you. In order to avoid getting let down, you should set a reasonable budget and be clear with the caterers on what it is, as this will help them to work around it in the best way possible and still cook up an amazing meal. The caterer should be honest with you and even be able to refuse your request if it simply is not possible within your budget limits.
For more information, contact catering services in your area.
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