Cookout reception

Are there any parks in the area that you could rent/reserve pavilions for? We are doing a celebration of marriage party in a park (after our DW for those who could not attend) with us bringing food that we are serving in a graduation party type set-up. You would be able to look up any meat stores (or just going to the local grocer) for the things that you want to cook. If you have family still in the area you may be able to use their homes to make sides. You would have to look into rules for the alcohol in parks (if you are planning on serving that). Another option would be to have it at someone's home if someone you are close to is willing to have it there.
Depending on the amount of people you are inviting catering may be your best bet with a BBQ thing. Yes that isn't a cookout type reception, but you will want to enjoy spending time with your guests instead of cooking.

View Quoted Comment Thank you, we were thinking about reserving a park it just comes done to the cooking. I would hate to have to come in two days prior just to cook. Catering is going to be the best bet. Now to find a cater

View Quoted Comment Do you guys have a favorite restaurant in Pittsburgh that you could contact for catering?

If you are thinking burgers for your reception look at catering or the food truck from BRGR.

We've talked about a similar feel for our engagement party. I think we're doing grocery store catering with quartered rotisserie chicken.

View Quoted Comment That sounds simple and cheap. Thanks for that idea never thought about that

View Quoted Comment Thank you so much