Wedding buffet catering definitely comes with a negative stereotype. Rows of soggy sandwiches, cheese and pineapple on sticks and stale sausage rolls that everyone has walked past and coughed over before you get to the front of the queue just don’t cut it anymore. But in no way does that mean that sit down three course meals have to be the way to go for wedding catering either.
What if I was to tell you that there’s a better catering style available than wedding buffet catering and it’s all about connection, creativity and convenience? Ladies and gentlemen, I give you family style sharing – it’s the perfect alternative, it’s skyrocketing in popularity and I’m loving every minute of it!
Why People Are Giving Boring Buffets The Boot!
Let’s look at the reasons why buffet wedding catering doesn’t cut it anymore (because I know you were never really planning to go with the stale sausage rolls).
When it comes to offering food to you and your guests, the issues with wedding buffet catering include the following:
- Long queues disrupt the flow of the event and leave guests waiting – and that’s just flipping miserable when you’re supposed to be enjoying yourself.
- Guests often don’t get their preferred food choices, leading to frustration and again, hungry guests.
- Buffet setups often result in food waste due to over-serving or leftovers – if you love going green then that’s definitely a no-no.
- A buffet lacks the visual appeal and elegance expected at modern weddings – yep, it’s that age old stereotype rearing its ugly head again. Where’s the pizazz?
- Greedier guests may take more than their share, leaving others with less. (Everyone has someone on their list who springs to mind, I’m sure!)
What is Family Style Sharing & Why Is It The Perfect Wedding Buffet Catering Alternative?
Family-style sharing is the epitome of relaxed dining, offering the very best chance for people to connect and communicate while sharing and enjoying the most delicious treats delivered direct to their table. Imagine a couple of showstopper mains and an array of fresh seasonal sides and there you have a mouth-watering wedding feast for the eyes, as well as the stomach!
It’s essentially six dishes of your choice served into the centre of a group table, in the style of a family dinner. Your guests will get to enjoy a communal, interactive dining experience that brings people together, creates less waste because the portions are pre-measured and encourages conversation and connection around the table. Another great thing about it is that it is completely customisable to dietary preferences and guest needs.
Stress-Free Family-Style Catering for Your Wedding
If the thought of this marvellous alternative to wedding buffet catering is jumping out at you shouting PICK ME, PICK ME then you’ve come to the right place because at Thomas the Caterer we offer fully bespoke menus tailored to your tastes and preferences.
You’ll get the chance to explore world cuisines, with beautifully plated dishes designed to impress and we can partner with top local venues to ensure seamless service and setup, too. Just give us a shout to find out more!
Get In Touch
With a minimum lead time of just one month, we can help you create a personalised dining experience your guests will rave about. Start planning the family-sharing wedding feast of your dreams today by getting in touch. I look forward to blowing your mind with all of the tantalisingly tasty options there are!