Would finger foods and hors'dervs still be appropriate or a big meal to warm people up?
2006-09-13 04:42:24 · 12 answers · asked by ~2Sxy4u!~ 4 in Family & Relationships ➔ Weddings
I would stick with the warm meals to fill people up.
Main Dishes:
Try a carving station with ham and/or turkey if you are on a tight budget. If you aren't, then maybe a roast or something.
Maybe offer soups and stews as an option.
Stuffed Cornish game hens
Pork, glazed or roasted
Prime rib (expensive but usually a hit)
Salmon or other fish
Then add side dishes, appetizers, and/or deserts to complement your main course(s). The rest of the food should reflect and compliment the entree.
Remember to offer plenty of warm drinks. Coffee, hot teas, hot cider, mulled wine, hot chocolate (if there are any kids or just for fun).
If the reception will only be 2 hours, instead of the standard 4, then you could get away with a light menu. Just make sure that you offer warm foods in there, not just cold. Many people won't want fresh, crisp vegetables as a snack if it's cold outside. Add some fondues, meatballs, hot bread and rolls, etc... You want to make sure that your guests are comfortable and not going home cold and hungry.
2006-09-13 05:03:20 · answer #1 · answered by welches_grape_jelly 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I don't think it is really necessary that all of the appetizers be hot if you are serving a main course that is hot. Also, some of the foods people have suggested might be okay if you're just having a casual dinner at home, such as soup or stew. But consider that people will be dressed up for the evening - you should try to find simple and easy to eat foods (like finger foods) that won't spill and ruin anyone's dress or suit. Avoid messy foods. I know it sounds silly, but pigs in a blanket are always a bit hit - if you want to make it more fancy, you can try different kinds of meat/sausage or even had a nice cheese filling to it. You can also try mini quiches or onion tarts. Little meatballs or mini satays are also nice.
2006-09-13 13:24:38 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well, because obviously there is going to be a variety of people attending. So what I would suggest, if it's going to be very cold, is to have the reception inside (duh!). Serve a selection of cold finger foods and hor'dourves, maybe a salad and have a hot soup, or light stew for starters. Then if you wanted, a roast or casserole for the main course. The dessert is then entirely up to you. It depends on what the theme of the wedding it is. If you want a mousse, or frozen dessert, it should be alright because you might then want to serve coffee/tea/hot chocolate with the dessert. If not, then warm puddings and cakes with hot sauces (melba pudding with warm custard or hot apple tart with custard or cream) and then coffee/tea/hot chocolate afterwards. It really depends on what you want and what the theme is (and if you want the menu to work in tandem with the theme). Hope I've helped you! Good luck and congratulations!
2006-09-13 11:56:22 · answer #3 · answered by @~>--T--<~@ 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The ones you suggested should still be appropriate however I would have something a little warmer on the side say a nice vegtable -cheeese soup and some crackers or maybe even consider a beef stew or a chilli . Good Luck to you.
2006-09-13 11:45:58 · answer #4 · answered by Kate T. 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
I think that as long as the ceremony & reception are indoors, then you should be fine with hors d'oevres. Dancing and hugging each other in greeting will do just fine to warm everyone up! Also, you can serve warm hors d'oevres, as well as warm drinks if needed.
2006-09-13 14:58:46 · answer #5 · answered by abfabmom1 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I am planning my winter wedding right now (December 30), and we are planning on turkey and ham. It's pretty cheap to feed a big crowd, and pretty much everyone loves one or the other (or both). Plus, it's a lot easier if you are doing your own catering, there's not near as much to prepare.
2006-09-13 11:51:22 · answer #6 · answered by Lisa B 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would go spicy butternut squash soup to start, the roasted lamb with roast potatoes, steamed veggies and gravy then something chocolate for pudding. Think of warm spicy colours and flavours and traditional winter type foods, soups, stews or casseroles, something hearty and comforting.
2006-09-13 11:45:39 · answer #7 · answered by sparkleythings_4you 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
You need to have a vodka bar--where the little shot glasses are sitting in the ice, then no one will notice how cold it is. And on the ice next to the vodka--caviar trays
2006-09-13 12:24:43 · answer #8 · answered by kathy r 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Chilli
2006-09-13 12:04:13 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
It really depends on the time of day. Consult a decent wedding etiquette book and they can provide you with guidelines.
Blessings )O(
2006-09-13 12:36:58 · answer #10 · answered by Epona Willow 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋