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Q What questions should couples ask themselves as they begin thinking about the food aspect of their reception?

A Caterers need to know how couples want their reception to feel. A plated dinner will evoke formality, whereas a family-style service format is casual and also encourages guest interaction. We also like to ask our couples to think about their history together — how they met, common interests, and favorite foods — so that we can really personalize the menu with them. If they love meat loaf, maybe we'll pass meat-loaf sliders at midnight; for a gardening couple, we'll do nasturtiums mixed into a green salad.

Q What should they know about how their venue might affect catering and meal service?
A If there are no kitchen facilities at the venue, we need to consider working the around the limited equipment or bringing in a mobile kitchen. The cost of renting ovens, refrigeration, grills, and other items can be substantial; it's critical that, early in our negotiations, we work out a budget that takes the site into account.

Q What should couples be thinking about when their catering budget is tight?
A It's important to keep in mind that the time of your reception will really affect the budget and your guests' expectations. When couples request a quote for light hors d'oeuvres during the standard dinner hour, we might see if it's possible to start the reception later. This allows for a less dinner-centric menu, which can lower the costs without disappointing guests.

Q Dietary restrictions are so prevalent nowadays. How can couples accommodate guests' needs while satiating and exciting everyone's palate?
A There is at least one food restriction for each event we do these days. Our chefs create a variety of menu items, and we present our clients with lots of options, so if there are vegan guests or friends or family with wheat, dairy, or other intolerances, we can easily work together to make everyone happy. If it's just that a single guest cannot eat a certain food, we are able to adjust that particular plate rather than revise the entire menu.