Your Bristol & Somerset Wedding - February/March 2022 (Issue 87)

IS FOR ICE CREAM Bo Bom Gelato is a dessert company based in Weston-Super-Mare. Catering for weddings it offers 100 per cent artisan gourmet gelato made fresh in small batches. Each signature flavour has its own personality and each is expertly created with love. The team use only the finest, freshest ingredients in their mouth-watering creations, sourced both from local suppliers and selected Italian growers, so you’ll get a real gourmet experience enjoying gelato made with hazelnuts from Piemonte, pistachios from Bonte in Sicily and almonds from Mallorca, paying homage to the island where Bo Bom Gelato was born in 2018. Each one of the stylish fleet of Bo Bom Gelato mobiles is accompanied by a specialist member of the team, so whether your big day is inside or out, formal or festival-style, they can cater for your cherished guests’ sweet tooth helping you to add a touch of sparkle to your celebrations. Find out more at https://bobomgelato.com IS 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 fount of all wisdom when it comes to your wedding breakfast, so don’t be afraid to ask them anything. Check out Bristol Event Catering. The team take pride in their friendly and relaxed approach to wedding catering with an informal yet professional service style that complements their food and brings a fun, laid-back atmosphere to your big day. The caterer’s simple but comprehensive pricing structure includes all the cutlery, crockery and staffing you’ll need, so there are no nasty surprises lurking around the corner. What’s more, your personal events coordinator will be on hand throughout the planning process as well as on the day itself, giving you peace of mind and one less thing to worry about. Check out www.bristoleventcatering.com IS FOR JAR OF SWEETS Sweetie carts and tables bring an element of fun and act as a popular alternative to wedding favours. Plus, the kids (big and small) will thank you for it. Check out www.candybees.co.uk IS 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. Check out www.fizzboxbar.co.uk IS FOR NO WASTE Food wastage at weddings is a huge issue, so find out if your venue is signed up to a scheme such as Too Good To Go (https://toogoodtogo.org) that connects its app users with businesses that have surplus food, allowing it to be enjoyed rather than wasted. If not, you could consider donating any leftovers to the local food bank. IS 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. Check out https://queenandwhippet.com which uses seasonal and local produce from around Bristol, Somerset and The Cotswolds. IS 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. 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 most fussy eaters happy. Check out www.barefootstonebakedpizza.co.uk 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 bite-size pies for the winter. I J K L M O P Q N www.falkenburgphotography.co.uk Les Kaner 58

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