Sample Wedding Menu: Classic with a Twist
If your wedding is somewhere in between a formal ballroom affair and a laid-back, countryside soirée, then this classic-with-a-twist menu might be for you.
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If your wedding is somewhere in between a formal ballroom affair and a laid-back, countryside soirée, then this classic-with-a-twist menu might be for you. It combines traditional options, such as passed hors d'oeuvres and a dinner buffet, with unexpected choices to shake things up a bit (hello, Southern corn station!).
Check out all of the selections below:
Hors D'oeuvres
"Having a cocktail hour with passed appetizers gives the guests something to do while allowing the wedding party and/or families to take pictures," says Emma Corona and Laura Rogers of C. Parks Catering and Events in Atlanta, Georgia. "Ask your caterer to have some of these appetizers brought to you. A lot of the time, the bride and groom get so busy they miss out on these."
Southern Corn Station
"Adding a station to a classic buffet gives more variety to a menu. Our Southern corn station with flavored butters and toppings is a fun take on an otherwise simple side vegetable. It can also be a good vegetarian option," Corona and Rogers say. "Try to include at least one appetizer that is both vegetarian and free of common allergies, such as nuts or shellfish."
Dinner Buffet
"Having a double entrée, such as the chicken option and the beef option on this menu, helps to ensure there is something for everyone on your menu."
Lastly, Corona and Rogers advise asking your caterer for pictures of past weddings they have done. "Presentation is important, and your food should be equal parts beautiful and delicious," they say.
A special thank you to Emma Corona and Laura Rogers of C. Parks Catering and Events in Atlanta, Georgia for providing this menu.
