Food stations logistics

Hi Michelle! I've been to a few weddings with food stations, and there's always some staff member who goes table by table to quickly explain the stations and also to try to stagger guests so they don't all get up at the same time to try to serve themselves!

The lay-out will be influenced by your venue space, but some venues have an adjoining room with food stations, or they are in one area of the room, or scattered throughout! I think the best way to visualize it is to think about a restaurant brunch and how they set up the different areas. Stations can be scattered throughout the room, and are frequently seen as a less formal way to do a buffet that gives your guests the freedom to grab a bite, go dance, come back when they're hungry, and not be stuck at their table.

Your caterer will also be able to help you plan how many food stations you need, but just like with a plated meal you want to make sure you have at least two different protein options, vegetarian & vegan offerings, a few choices on sides, and appetizer stations (whether that's soup, salad, bread, or cheese). Here are some yummy ideas: