We understand the organisation and expense which goes into making a wedding the perfect day. You’ll have spent time researching, making notes of ideas and attending wedding fayres. So, we thought we’d gather a few tips to consider to help you in your search for a caterer for your wedding.

1. Tailored menus: When you start looking for a caterer for your wedding, look for a catering firm that can tailor to your requirements. With years of expertise under our belts, one thing we are so familiar with is the need to meet your requirements. You don’t want to compromise on your special day. So, working in partnership with your caterer can ensure you get the menu options you’ve dreamed of.
2. Options: From traditional wedding breakfast or informal bowl food and canapes, having a choice of what food you offer guests is a key thing to consider when meeting a caterer. Check out the menu options they offer in advance and make notes of what you like, would like to change or add so that you end up with the menu perfect for your wedding.
3. Themes and trends: Gather your ideas – however outlandish! Don’t forget to take them with you when you meet your caterer for the first time. Look at our previous blogs on wedding trends for some of the latest ideas from fresh, bold colours through to grazing tables, there’s a host of trends to think about. A themed wedding is de rigueur, so think about working with a caterer that can tailor dishes and menus to complement your overall idea.
4. Flexibility: When you employ your caterer, they should have the flexibility to adapt to your needs and give you some amazing advice on sumptuous dishes to fulfil your dreams.
5. Budget: Check out your prospective caterer’s website for costs. Prepare your budget in advance and that way you can have a good conversation about menus, tailoring dishes and payment schedule.
6. Seasons: Think about what fruit and veg is in season to help you plan your menu. Caterers will be able to help you with this, so ask them what options are available for the time of year of your wedding if you’re looking for that seasonal touch.
7. Service: What level of service do you want a caterer to provide? This is important to think about and ask your caterer in advance ‘what’s included in the service package’? Having the option of staff being there to set up the venue, lay the tables and then circulate with canapés and drinks once the guests arrive is something to be considered. As well as staff being there to clear away dirty glasses, crockery and cutlery, staying until the end to tidy up.
8. Testimonials: Ask your caterer for references and take a look at testimonials they have on their website or social media reviews.

Food gives structure to your wedding day with everything centred around timings for canapes, food, speeches, toasts and cutting the cake. Food is therefore the linchpin to create the vibe you’re looking for. So, working with a caterer that’s right for you, to meet your needs, is so important. You don’t want to think about anything on the day so a caterer aligned to your thoughts means one less thing to worry about.

We would be delighted to discuss your ideas and then provide a proposal to meet your catering and staffing requirements for your wedding in Croydon, Surrey. Get in touch today.