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Picture Perfect Wedding Catering Ideas For A Delicious Reception

  • By Ivy Griffith
  • Dec 05, 24

The big day is approaching and you’re checking off all the major decisions. You want to make memories that last a lifetime, and wowing your guests is part of that experience. So how do you make your reception something special? One way is to choose a food theme that’s a little more unique than your typical seafood, vegetarian or chicken plate options. When you call wedding catering services to plan the reception meal, consider these out-of-the-box themes that will leave your guests delighted and filled with both tasty food and wonderful memories of celebrating your happiest moments.

a marriage with champagne
Enjoying a bottle of bubbly to celebrate. Photo by Cruz Valentin Photography

Sushi

There’s nothing quite like a hibachi or sushi meal with friends to make an evening special, so why not extend that experience to your wedding? While this is certainly on the more expensive side of food themes, it also provides a customizable and experiential meal that will leave your guests talking about it for months. 

Finger-licking Barbecue

You might not automatically think that barbecue is compatible with your white dress and black tie event, but think again. Barbecue doesn’t have to be messy, and it certainly comes in enough varieties to offer every guest something that they’ll enjoy. Whether you want ribs and chicken, or barbecue vegetables, the options are endless, and the overall flavor can even be tailored to your home region. 

Dessert Bars

a wedding dessert for wedding catering
Dessert always takes the cake. Photo by Cruz Valentin Photography

DIY dessert bars are both creative and fun. No one said your wedding catering had to include a full dinner, so why not get creative? Maybe the bride or groom has a sweet tooth, and it’s perfectly fine to center your theme around that love for the luxurious side of food. DIY dessert bars mean your guests can do everything from customizing their own donut flavors and toppings to decorating their own cupcakes, or choosing between any of dozens of varieties of cookies. Make-your-own parfait, pudding dish or ice cream sundae is interactive fun for guests from one to 100+.

Fruit

Fruity fun for everyone. If you’re having a summer wedding in the heat of the Vegas sun, a fruit-themed wedding might be exactly what you need. And the good news? There are a lot of fruits out there. Offer guests a table of traditional bites, from fruits we all know and love – and then maybe offer a table of exotic fruits to try something new and exciting. Nothing will get your guests buzzing quite like a bite of durian! And experiment with toppings: Taijin and watermelon make for a delicious summer combo. 

Italian Delights

Pizza and pasta mean customizable delights. If your guests aren’t down for barbecue, and sushi is a little too unusual, pizza and pasta may be just what the love doctor ordered. Whether you order pre-made dishes or make a customizable bar, both options provide beloved-by-all choices that are sure to fill the soul alongside the joy meter. 

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