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Savvy March 2015

Appetizer/Dessert Reception Menu- thoughts?

Califlorican, on November 4, 2014 at 7:54 PM

Posted in Do It Yourself 51

Hi! We're having a low-end budget wedding, and we decided we would like to do an appetizer/dessert reception. Reception will start at 8pm after a 30 min ceremony. It is noted on the invitation that it's a dessert reception. We have about 120 guests, including about 25 children under age 13. Please...

Hi! We're having a low-end budget wedding, and we decided we would like to do an appetizer/dessert reception. Reception will start at 8pm after a 30 min ceremony. It is noted on the invitation that it's a dessert reception. We have about 120 guests, including about 25 children under age 13. Please let me know what you think of our buffet menu!

Savory:

-400 BBQ meatballs

-antipasto, about 400 pieces

-480 spirals (with ham/turkey)

-300 petite quiches (some with bacon, some with broccoli)

-6 quarts spinach dip with crackers/sliced baguette

-fruit platter (grapes, strawberries, melon, pineapple)

-veggie platter (carrots, broccoli, bell peppers, celery, with ranch)

Dessert:

-4 tier cake

-190 cheesecake bites

-30 gluten free brownie bites (just for 3 people who are GF)

-100 brownie bites

-150 chocolate chip cookies

-125 Oreo truffles

-125 funfetti cookies

-125 smores truffles

-180 donut holes

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51 Comments

  • Jillian
    Master May 2015
    Jillian ·
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    I agree that more food is needed. Either taking away a couple options and adding more to other ones or just adding more overall. I would definitely be adding some type of alcohol punch. I know you said you want the evening reception, however evening receptions are usually known to be more elegant/formal verse just a cocktail reception. I would urge to do it in the afternoon, but in the end it's your decision. Just make sure there is no confusion on the guests part and that the invites advise your intention in a tactful way.

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  • JaKLyn
    Master November 2015
    JaKLyn ·
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    Maybe look into adding a potato station/bar? We were at a wedding that offered this and it was a huge hit, and if I remember correctly the bride said it was budget friendly. The potatoes would filling and could help guests to fill up quicker and leave feeling satisfied.

    ETA: I'd cut back on desserts and up the amount of actual food available.

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    Savvy March 2015
    Califlorican ·
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    Updated to let people know we decided to have Mexican food catered instead of dealing with the appetizers!

    And yes there will be soda.

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  • Futuremrs.
    Expert August 2015
    Futuremrs. ·
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    Sounds yummy! I love Mexican food.

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  • Celia Milton
    Celia Milton ·
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    I learned the hard way, as a caterer, that putting apps out on a buffet is asking for the four teenage boys in the room to make them disappear. I think you made a good call.

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  • MrsZ
    Super February 2015
    MrsZ ·
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    We're considering having a light menu for our reception, but our wedding is scheduled for 2 in the afternoon. For an evening ceremony, I don't think appetizers are the best option. Are you able to change the time?

    Oops, just saw you decided to go with Mexican. Great!

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  • Kemmie
    VIP May 2015
    Kemmie ·
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    Awesome choice to reconsider Californican. It will make you less worried day of if everyone is feed and happy.

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  • Mrs. Soon to be Jefferson
    Beginner December 2015
    Mrs. Soon to be Jefferson ·
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    Love the menu but more i would add more pieces. for every options, it should be 3 pieces per person to have enough food. so just increase the potions and you should be ok

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  • jane
    Expert March 2015
    jane ·
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    I see that you've switched which is a really good idea. How old are the kids and can you maybe do something for them in a separate area? A tray of macaroni and cheese or pasta? Or even pb&j sandwiches?

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  • Ariella
    Super February 2016
    Ariella ·
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    Sounds good!

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  • rusticbride
    Master May 2014
    rusticbride ·
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    OMG, invite me to your wedding, please.

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