Catering Options For Estate Wedding Venues
Stepping into the enchanting world of estate wedding venues is like entering a fairy tale. The beautiful gardens, grand architecture and timeless elegance make these venues the perfect setting for a romantic celebration. For the guests, however, one of the most important elements of the reception is the food.
When it comes to choosing a caterer for your wedding, the meal options should be just as exceptional as the rest of the day. Use this guide to help you make catering decisions that will satisfy every guest.
Canapés and Starters
The starter course promises delicious courses yet to come during the reception meal. However, guests can be ravenous by the time the starters arrive, which can put a dampener on the celebration. As guests arrive at the estate, tantalising their taste buds with exquisite canapés sets the tone for the culinary journey ahead.
For canapé options, you can select delicate bites such as smoked salmon blinis, mini Caprese skewers and truffled mushroom tartlets to add a touch of sophistication to the reception. They are great to keep your guests happy while you are off having photographs taken.
For a more casual estate wedding, a beautifully displayed grazing table with an array of artisanal cheeses, charcuterie and seasonal fruit will create a charming ambience.
Main Course Options
For the main course, presenting a choice of dishes that reflect the season and regional flavours can elevate the dining experience. A wedding in the spring might feature a delectable option such as herb-crusted lamb with rosemary jus, while a summer celebration could delight guests with succulent grilled seafood accompanied by a citrus-infused salad.
Embracing the romance of autumn, a hearty braised beef dish paired with roasted root vegetables provides warmth and comfort, while a winter wedding calls for a sumptuous dish like roasted duck breast with a cranberry-orange reduction.
When you choose your catering vendor for your estate wedding venue, talk to them about your favourite dishes for the main course and which of these would be fitting for the season.
Something Sweet: Wedding Cake and Desserts
When it comes to the sweet finale, couples often grapple with the decision of a traditional wedding cake versus a spread of delectable desserts.
A towering, multi-tiered cake adorned with delicate sugar flowers and intricate detailing adds a touch of grandeur fitting for an estate wedding. Alternatively, opting for a dessert table filled with an assortment of miniature sweet treats such as macarons, mini cupcakes and handcrafted chocolates provides a delightful culmination to the meal.
If you are getting married at an estate wedding venue, the catering vendor you choose should provide meal options as boundless as the love you share. From the first canapé to the last taste of a sweet, after-dinner treat, each dish should evoke the same sense of wonder and romance that encapsulates the estate venue itself.
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