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Wow, that sounds delicious! With this type of food, I like the idea of cocktail tables. That way people might feel freer to move around.
ETA: I'm not so sure about the amounts with this kind of food, when I have parties I always make too much food. But something like the dessert shots... do you think everyone will want to try each flavor? That's a pretty unique thing.
Sounds like an awesome menu. I don't see anything you've missed-the chocolate/vanilla/fruit range is completely covered:)
As far as seating goes, yes, if you have enough chairs that will be fine. People will move around so tables will open up at different times.
This all looks delicious! Is there anyway you could swap out one type of dessert for some inexpensive finger sandwiches or pinwheels? There are just so many sweets that someone who is diabetic or has other blood sugar issues might crash very, very quickly.
@tracieszcz: Coffee is a great idea! We'll have to explore the options of serving it outside. We were hoping to avoid doing coffee cups.
@MidwestBride2012: Also a great idea! We have some folks with very specific diets and have specific 'meals' for them that are going to be tucked away. Do you think it's necessary to do non-sugar appetizers beyond the fruit and cheese platters knowing that?
@atalante: Doing one per guest seems a bit excessive-- anyone else have any thoughts? Doing 24/each gives each person the opportunity to try one. We could do more, though! They're only 2 ounces each.
@katiebugbug: Yeah, that's why I offered the caveat that I always make too much food. :) it might be too much. They sound delicious!
@MidwestBride2012: Yeah, I sort of agree with this (even though I think the menu sounds FANTASTIC). Not that you necessarily need more food, but I'd probably add a veggie tray and maybe some little croissant sandwiches or a cold-cut platter.
I love sweets, but I always feel gross if I don't get a little protein in there somewhere. I predict that your guests will plow through those cheese & crackers before they put a dent in anything else. Everyone loves cheese and most people are just engrained with the idea that you have to eat savory before you eat sweets.
@katiebugbug: I would still get small sandwiches. I feel terrible when I only eat sweets. Like someone else said, I don't think you need more food, just a bit more protein and savory items. I think it can be done without altering the budget, but just foregoing one of your many (delicious sounding) desserts.
Sounds delicious!
I would include cards that show all the ingredients used in the cakes and other foods. That way if you have guests with allergies they can look through it and choose what's best for them. (cakes and dessert and not easy for people with gluten or lactose intolerance, an ingredients list is always helpful).
Oh and I agree with coffee! :)
i think it sounds awesome but also would suggest adding coffee. you could make it iced coffee if you don't want to use different cups
As long as there are enough seat I thinki you'll be fine. I would do a bunch of cocktail tables and a few large rounds as well as long as you have enough space for it.
Everyone has such great comments!
We've decided to add:
-Mini Quiches (several dozen- we're vegetarian (as are most of our guests) so adding a cold cuts plate would be a bit strange!)
-Mini Pitas and Hummus
-Crudites tray with dips
-Iced Coffee
Having the menu cards with all of the ingredients is SUCH a great idea! @mommytobee!
We'll be doing banquet style seating for everyone and then a few cocktail tables for the younger folks.
It sounds deliscious but is there anything wheat and dairy free? I am allergic to both. Are any of your guests? I hate being allergic to wheat. Cake is my favorite food group :(
@secondchances: We're planning on having 'special' cupcakes tucked away for our guests with allergies/dietary preferences. (wheat-free, dairy-free, vegan, paleo).
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My partner and I are planning a small outdoor cake and punch wedding for 50-65 people next spring. I've just finished the menu, and would love to have some feedback on it. Does it sound like enough food? Is it versatile enough?
The wedding starts at 2pm, and the reception finishes will finish at 4:30. Everything will be in the same place! In our family, cake and punch is very traditional, so I'm not worried about that.
The other question-should we have enough seating at tables for everyone, or should we do some cocktail style tables? We'll definitely have enough chairs for everyone, but I'm wondering if we'd be better off having some 'formal' seating and some so people can stand and mingle.
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