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Your reception: Dinner or heavy hors d'oeuvres?Filed under: Cakes and Catering, Budget Advice, Etiquette, ReceptionsWhen you plan your wedding, you'll soon learn that you're going to eat most of your budget. Reception catering is likely going to have the biggest cost. Ilona wrote about choosing between full service receptions, where the food is provided, and self service receptions, where the food is not. Once that's decided, your next choice is what you'll be serving, exactly.If you are having your wedding in the evening, etiquette demands that you serve dinner at your reception. The more formal the wedding, the more formal the meal, so y...
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Hors d’oeuvres & cocktail snacks ideas for weddingSalad spinner Hamachi sashimi on watermelon cube with pickled jalapenos Vegetable spring rolls Petite lobster club with saffron aioli Miniature beggar's purse Seared tuna with mango salsa on lotus root chip Scallop ceviche on plantain chip Battered coconut shrimp apricot mustard sauce Ouray cone with summer ratatouille Vendor: Great Performances Permalink | ...
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Fantastic Passed Hors D’oeuvres IdeaDuring a food tasting for an event in St. Barths, I had one of the most innovative passed hors d’oeuvres that I have tried in a long time. It was a Frozen Bloody Mary. It’s not for everyone but I give it an A for creativity. It’s a great concept for outdoor weddings in warm weather. Canapes for Events...
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Hors d'oeuvres -- not just a funny word...Those who have been around for a while KNOW that I live for the hors d'oeuvres at tastings & events -- don't buy me a vendor meal -- just give me a platter of tasty little bursts of beautiful flavors in tiny packages. I think that the hors d'oeuvres (not to be confused with appetizers, but that's a whole 'nuther lesson) are so important that three is never enough. I always opt for a variety of at least six different little nummy bites for our events. Why? Because if they're done well, they should be one biters..pop 'em in your mouth and drink your...
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Heavy Hor D’oeuvres ReceptionHas anyone been to one? My plan is to have one and clearly state that on the invite. My ceremony is at 6 pm with reception to follow, so probably around 7:30 pm. But I am still worried that people will think they aren’t getting enough food. If you have been to one, how many different hor d’oeuvres were served? This is my tentative station menu so far: Asian: spicy tuna rolls, California rolls, oriental green beans, and grilled marinated chicken satay skewers Italian: meatballs, focaccia finger sandwiches, and boursin cheese stuffed mushrooms BBQ: mini pork sliders, mac & cheese, and ba...
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Five Unexpected Hors d'Oeuvres For The ReceptionEgg rolls, crab puffs, and mini-sausages wrapped in phyllo dough? Forget it. The Bridezilla wedding demands the finest cuisine whether it's on the dinner plate, offered up by cute roaming waiters, or in the form of wasabi peanuts at the bar to encourage everyone to drink faster and make that top shelf open bar worth the expense. When you're on the hunt for the best caterer in town (or out of town), make sure they make at least one of the following to ensure that you're serving only the most au courant hors d'oeuvres. ...
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Hors d'oeuvres for every wedding!Food for summer weddings offers endless possibilities. This season we are loving the option of serving a variety of hors d'oeuvres and finger foods! A lot of couples are getting very involved in the menu planning for their big day. We are seeing comfort food with a modern twist and favorite recipes transformed into more formal dishes. We have put together some of our favorite summer time snacks that are sure to make your mouth water... Photos courtesy of Martha Stewart Weddings and The Knot.com Now that you have gotten a "taste" for what we love, leave us a comment wi...
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Day Seven: Holiday Hors d’oeuvresWhether you are hosting a holiday soiree or bringing a dish to your neighbor’s get-together, you’ll earn big points with these fabulous party Hors d’oeuvres! All bite size and delicious these “popable” appetizers are sure to be a hit! Stuffed Mushroom with Spinach: Ingredients 24 medium mushrooms (about 1 1⁄2 pounds total) 2 tablespoons olive oil, plus more for the baking sheet 2 cloves garlic, finely chopped 1 5-ounce package baby spinach, chopped Kosher salt and black pepper 3/4 cup panko bread crumbs 1/2 cup Gruyère, grated (2 ounces) Glazed Cocktail Meatballs: Ingre...
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Forget Me Not Friday: Selecting Your Hors D’oeuvresHors d’oeuvres are often the most memorable food element of a wedding! Not only are they the first thing you taste, but these bite size treats set the tone for the rest of the wedding feast. We recommend serving five options that vary in style, temperature, and cuisine. For example, if you are serving beef coins make sure to offer a vegetarian option such as bruschetta or gazpacho shooters. Also, be mindful of the size. Hors d’oeuvres should be consumed in one to two bites. Flatware should not be used unless it is an edible element or part of the display. How about a pastry spoon cradling...
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Pass The Hors D’Oeuvres You Really LoveWhen it comes to selecting the perfect cocktail hour menu, it’s all about compromise. Say your new hubby-to-be loves beer, and you want something sophisticated and delicious. We’ve got just the thing. Photo by Donna Newman How about The Breakers’ shrimp and corn beignets served with mini bass ale mug? Yes, please....
