Your West Midlands Wedding - October/November 2023 (Issue 88)

IS FOR RAISE A GLASS Make sure your guests have a glass in hand to toast your nuptials. Try local flavours by checking out your local vineyard, and who doesn’t love a pimp your prosecco station? IS FOR SUGARY DELIGHT Try to think outside the box and go for something different, such as a candy floss machine; it’s sure to please guests of all ages. IS FOR VEGETARIAN OR VEGAN One stress-free way to ensure all dietary needs are catered for is to create an inclusive menu with options to suit everyone. The days of bland and uninspiring vegetarian food are long gone. Alternatively, offer dishes with an interchangeable element should someone need a vegan or dairy-free option; that way, you can still have your dream menu with just a few switches. Talk to your caterer about your requirements, as they’re sure to have the inspiration and expertise to pull it off. IS FOR TOWERS Cheese towers are becoming more popular, with many couples opting for this savoury option instead of a cake. Check out… Anderson & Hill in Birmingham, www.andersonandhill.co.uk IS FOR UNDERNEATH THE ARCHES Whatever food option you go for, make it beautiful. Ceremony arches can be moved and utilised in your reception space; they provide a stylish backdrop for any food, dessert, or cake table, for example. IS FOR X MARKS THE SPOT Don’t forget to incorporate catering options into your RSVPs. Your caterer will need to know of any food intolerances or dietary requirements ahead of time when tailoring your menu. IS FOR ZOOM It’s important to meet with your wedding caterer ahead of time and work together to plan the perfect feast. If face-to-face meetings are still an issue or distance is a factor, most will offer a virtual catch-up. IS FOR WOW Wow your guests with a range of delicious food displayed in a beautiful way. R S T Z IS FOR YOGHURT If you have smaller guests attending your wedding, consider dessert options for them that are lighter and not too heavy, such as yoghurt. Y Getty Images Getty Images Getty Images 61 CATERING AND DRINKS

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