Catering ideas I’m loving right now for weddings
For those with a hectic schedule, but want to create an unforgettable wedding, you know that wedding planning can take up so much of your time and can be daunting. One element that has numerous, but overwhelming options is catering. And if you are a food-lover, you would want to create an extraordinary culinary experience for your guests to remember.
As a wedding planner who is also a foodie here in Sydney, I am always looking around for incredible food ideas. And here are some catering ideas I’m loving right now for weddings.
Food trucks
This is a popular, trendy and unique catering option that brings a variety of cuisines to the wedding venue. What I like about food trucks and stations is that they are mobile, providing an interactive experience to guests, and allowing guests to savour their food at their own pace.
From pizza, sushi and taco trucks to custom dessert stations, gelato trucks and even coffee carts, having mobile catering brings surprise and sophistication to your wedding. This is most ideal for outdoor or casual weddings.
Here are my recommendations in Sydney:
Ultimate Indulgence
Hi Chef
Cheezy Duz It
Private chef experiences
Elevate your wedding dining experience by hiring a private chef to cater your guests by creating a customised menu that can reflect your personal tastes and preferences. This intimate culinary experience also provides an element of entertainment as this provides an opportunity for the private chef to take centre stage. This can include the chef preparing a dish at a live cooking station, or a sushi chef crafting rolls on-site.
These are some of my top picks in Sydney:
Sushi Tokyo Downtown Style
At the Italian Table
CHEF IN Private Chef
Interactive food stations
Instead of having only one chef exclusive for your wedding, you can incorporate interactive food stations. For example, you can have a live sushi bar with a few expert chefs crafting personalised rolls, or have a generous dessert station where guests can customise their sweet treats. This creates an interactive experience and entertainment, where guests can pick and choose what they wish to eat.
Here are my recommendations in Sydney:
Shared Affair
Gathering Events
The Chef and I
Artistic food presentations
This provides a unique focus on how dishes are visually presented (rather than entertainment and live culinary experiences). Popular examples of visual presentation of dishes in your wedding would be grazing tables, fruit platters, dessert buffets, sushi served on decorative stones and desserts displayed on suspended glass panels.
My recommendations in Sydney I hand-picked for you to consider:
La Paparedda
Fairfield Fruit Art
Floating Graze
Food and cocktail pairings
The dining experience at your wedding can be enhanced by having personalised cocktail pairings for each course. This can be achieved by working with a skilled mixologist or caterer, who can create signature cocktails that would complement the flavours of the dishes. Having food and cocktail pairings not only adds a touch of sophistication but also takes guests on a culinary journey. This is ideal for couples who are passionate about fine dining, enjoy cocktails and want to enhance the overall dining experience.
Here are my recommendations in Sydney:
Shake and Strain
Sydney Mobile Bar
Your wedding can be transformed into an unforgettable experience by opting for catering options that align your lifestyle and personality. And deciding on catering and food for your wedding can be a huge decision. If you are time-poor in Sydney, and wedding planning is challenging, I am able to lift the weight and burden off your shoulders. You can contact me here and we can have a chat to see if we are a great fit to work together for your memorable wedding!