Some Advice on how to be Successful with Your Wedding Catering, when Working with a Budget.

Your wedding day is one of the most memorable days of your life but the cost of this perfect day comes at a price.


The food on the day is always vital, such as the wedding breakfast, wedding dinner or buffet and obviously the cake- all of which can be very damaging to your bank account.


To make sure you have delicious food on your special day without going over your budget here are some suggestions from the team behind myhousecatering.com, on how to get the best catering for your budget.


1. Keep it simple Your wedding day is always a chance to show off many couples making the mistake of serving extravagant and lavish food. This is problematic as not only can it be very expensive as you will be paying for overpriced chefs, staff and ingredients - but your guests might not even like it. Keep food simple, with easy home-made classics with organic ingredients, this way its easier on your bank account and your guests are more likely to enjoy a more "homely" menu.


2. Don't rule out a Buffet The wedding buffet has suffered in previous years with a lot of people considering a buffet as unsuitable and not formal enough for a wedding. There are a lot of bonuses to a buffet, guests can eat what they want , when they want and choose from a selection of dishes. Just because your serving a buffet doesn't mean the quality of the food needs to be any less- it doesn't. Buffets are also ideal for a longer wedding - if guests get hungry into the night instead of nipping to the nearest takeout- put on a late night buffet with a host of favourite snacks.


3. Get help from family and friends The average wedding cake costs around $300, a really expensive add on to your big day. However if a family member is particularly good at baking then ask them to make you a cake- it will probably be more delicious. Your family and friends can also help profusely when it comes to the organization of a wedding, whether it be adding the finishing touches to the venue or providing a helping hand with the catering, Many people find it easier to trust friends and family and than paid staff. If you are having a buffet, family members can even bring their own dish, to make the event more personal.


4. Alternative menu ideas A sit down meal and a buffet might not be to everyone's tastes, but there are any alternatives out there to make your wedding a little more different but no less wonderful. If you are having a summer wedding and providing the weather holds up, why not have a barbeque complete with a salad station and an array condiments or for the more outdoor dining ideas,how about a hog roast? myhouse.com the Dallas Catering company advises that if you have a preferred style of cuisine in mind, why not have a selection of dishes from that nation, Italian menus and Thai menus at weddings are extremely popular.


5. Choose the best caterers The best caterers need not be the most expensive, with many having years of experience ensuring your wedding is successful and perfect. Wedding caterers will normally have a selection of wedding menus suitable for all budgets and dietary requirement, most caterers also provide the option of making your own custom menu as well. Good caterers really are worth their money, they will provide delicious food and control everything so you don't have to worry on your big day.


There are various ways to reduce the costs of your wedding catering, without damaging the quality of the food or service. Working with the best caterers ensures your guests will be happy and you can enjoy your wedding day stress-free.