So I've worked out what I want served during the cocktail hour, and during dinner, now I'm a bit stuck on the late evening snack. Is it ok to have platters of assorted deserts, tea and coffee? Enough for everyone of course. I guess I am a little worried about people at the wedding saying I don't have all sorts off stuff out. Should this worry me?
2007-02-21 09:25:18 · 11 answers · asked by Kass 3 in Family & Relationships ➔ Weddings
I do have a wedding cake, that will be served shortly after dinner. The late night food will be served around 10:30 or so. I don't know how interested people are really going to be in the food either. Like it was stated, people are going to be dancing. So is this enough?
2007-02-21 09:37:42 · update #1
I don't think I need much food either, but the co-ordinator seems to think I do! Is she just trying to make more off me? lol
2007-02-21 09:40:17 · update #2
Are you having wedding cake? If so, that should be enough, but it is fine if you want to do the vieneese trays as well for each table. Personally, I think they arent really all that necessary, they cost alot of money and I never really see the trays eaten. Most people are dancing and mingling too much to notice that extra desserts have come out and they should eat them. But if you feel you want them, go for it!
Have fun!
ETA:Remember you are the customer, they MUST do what you want. If you say no, that should be the end of it. Make it so. Next time you meet with her tell her that you dont find it necessary to have these extra sweets.(if this is what you decide) If she keeps persisting you have every right to pull the "b'itch" card and cut her down to size. No one you are paying should ever make you feel anything but confident in your choices.
2007-02-21 09:30:25 · answer #1 · answered by kateqd30 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you are having wedding cake served sometime during the evening after dinner, you really don't need any snacks. I actually never heard of someone having snacks later in the evening. I would guess that most people don't want anything after dinner and the cake. Personally, I'd be too busy dancin' the night away!
Good luck.
Update: Yes she's going to make more off you if you keep adding things. You said yourself you probably don't need more food, so just say NO! :)
2007-02-21 09:38:45 · answer #2 · answered by Proud to be 59 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
It sounds to me like your coordinator really doesn't know what they're doing. From this and what you've stated in the past, I would just go with what you think is best. You seem to know more about this than your coordinator and you haven't even done this before. I agree that with serving cake, you shouldn't need any snacks. Everyone will be busy dancing the night away. Should you decide to put something out, I would just do something light to go with coffee or tea. Your idea would be plenty enough. Or, instead of bothering with assorted deserts, do small platters of Creme de Piroulines (or similar). They are just Viennese wafers with hazlenut and cocoa cream filling, they go great with coffee and I'm sure you could get them pretty inexpensive. I'm sure whatever you decide will be lovely.
By the way...slow down, you're making me feel like I'm behind in my planning.....jk :-)
2007-02-22 02:40:10 · answer #3 · answered by angel 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
wow, is she trying to make money or what. if i were you I'd save the cake until later in the evening, have the photos done and then serve it with coffee and tea towards the end of the evening when the music starts to wind down, that way the trip will be less of a shock and the caffeine will help those with a way to go get there...if that makes sense.
just wondering why are you serving so much food. i live in the UK and i have helped plan hundreds of wedding and for most of them the general rule of thumb is, canapes and pimms upon arrival, the formal wedding breakfast and then an evening buffet with the entertainment, and if the bride and groom so require,a top up of the buffet at about 9pm when if the hot beverages are being supplied for the guests, they are usually served in a separate room like the lobby or smaller quieter function room.
i would be cautious of your planner / caterer she maybe trying to have you buy more than you need.
good luck with your wedding.
2007-02-21 10:10:57 · answer #4 · answered by frost7216 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
People should be bloody grateful that they have been invited to your wedding, not bitching about what you are serving!!! I think what you are planning sounds great, more than enough, if you REALLY want something savoury then I don't think you would need anything over the top, maybe a few sandwiches, but that would be the only thing I would add, although I think even that is not necessary.
2007-02-22 02:04:12 · answer #5 · answered by sparkleythings_4you 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Serve your wedding cake with a some fruit and cookies on a side table and that should be all. Unless it's a cultural tradition (Portuguese seafood buffet as the 2nd meal for example) you really don't need to sever another meal. Cake/dessert is great.
2007-02-21 10:55:50 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
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2016-10-16 04:56:02 · answer #7 · answered by balick 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Tea and coffee should do it, perhaps just leave out some cookies or a bowl of chips. Nobody is going to wanna eat after having the cake.
2007-02-21 10:04:36 · answer #8 · answered by Pandora 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Where & when exactly is this wedding taking place?? I wouldn't mind an invitation!
You are a wonderful hostess, going above & beyond what is required of you.
But you should be more concerned about the significance of the day rather than if your guests are going to speak poorly of you. This is a wedding, not a dinner party.
2007-02-21 09:40:23 · answer #9 · answered by weddrev 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
In our family we have the midnight sweet tray tradition. Coffee, Tea, and sweets put out near the end of the party. Sounds like you'll have plenty out and don't worry about what people say...someone will always complain but most people will be happy just to be included in your wonderful celebration.
Enjoy!
2007-02-21 10:04:30 · answer #10 · answered by cookie 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋