IIS FOR ICE CREAM Van, bike or trike: ice cream can be served at your wedding in a variety of quirky ways and will be most welcome on a hot day. Check out www.icecreamvanhire4events.co.uk J IS FOR JUST TOO GOOD TO RESIST The Pudding Post all started during the last lockdown. “With a passion for good food and international catering experience we set about creating a beautiful-converted horse box to cater for weddings and events,” says Kevin Budd. “Our speciality bubble waffles are served in eight varieties using fresh fruit and only the best natural ingredients which are sourced from eco-friendly suppliers. Our other speciality are authentic Belgian waffle sticks, a taste you will never forget and is bound to bring a ray of sunshine into your day. We are very proud of our service and will always go beyond expectations to make your event a time to remember. From birthdays and weddings to festivals and garden parties, we will provide the best available at an affordable price.” Check out www.facebook.com/thepuddingpost KIS FOR KNOWLEDGE The benefits of consulting a professional can never be underestimated. Whether it’s your venue’s recommended caterer or one you’ve sourced for yourself, they’ll work closely with you to create the menu of your dreams. They’re a source of all wisdom when it comes to your wedding breakfast, so don’t be afraid to ask them anything. L IS FOR LATE The wedding breakfast can end up being served quite late in the day by the time you’ve said: “I do,” and popped off for your photographs. So, to prevent your loved ones flagging, ensure there are plenty of delicious canapés on hand for the drinks reception. A selection of five to six is a good guide and we love the idea of mini fish ‘n’ chip cones or warming bitesize pies for the winter. MIS FOR MOBILE BAR The choices are practically endless with more fun and fab ideas cropping up all the time. We love horsebox bars that serve speciality tipples such as an array of gins or prosecco for your post-vow reception. IS FOR NO WASTAGE Food wastage at weddings is a huge issue, so find out if your venue is signed up to a scheme to stop wastage. If not, you could consider donating any leftovers to the local food bank. OIS FOR ORIGIN Some venues grow their own herbs and vegetables and many caterers will support local farmers by using their meat and produce. Serving locally-sourced food at your wedding not only adds to the ambience, but also supports the community, ensures quality and offers sustainability by reducing the miles it’s had to travel. IS FOR PIZZA Pizza trucks are a great option for the evening reception. With a variety of flavours on offer, there’ll be something to keep even the fussiest eaters happy. Calàbbria Pizza and their authentic Neapolitan stonebaked pizzas are a delicious option for any wedding. “Over 18 months we have catered for more than 50 weddings across the UK,” says Callum Maisey. “We’ve served at all types of weddings, from sit-down formal wedding breakfasts in Stratfordupon-Avon to informal buffets in rustic barns in Tenbury Wells, we’re more than happy to tailor our set-up to suit your theme.” Check out www.facebook.com/calabbria.pizza QIS FOR QUICHE Buffets are still the most popular option for an evening feast. If that conjures up less than appetising images of quiche and sandwiches for you, fear not. The modern buffet is a thing of beauty with options like street food stations, tapas, sausage sarnies and mini sliders. N P 54
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