What does a typical British wedding feast look like? Well, of course, we know the answer to that is there’s no ‘one size fits all’ solution. Weddings should be about individual style and the endless ocean of love shared by the couple that is tying the knot. But, if you were to press me hard to say what a quintessentially British wedding menu might look like, then it would go something a little like this…
Firstly, it should combine nostalgia with modern elegance. Couples are moving away from traditional formal dining and instead choosing memorable, personality-driven food experiences, so, while the food should encapsulate everything that is the good old British Isles, it should also be uniquely bespoke.
Secondly, the food should fit the season and locally sourced produce is fantastic for this. And thirdly, it should match the theme and style of your wedding, to beautifully enhance the overall experience of your big day.
To get your creative juices flowing, in this blog we will walk you through one example of a very British wedding feast from canapes to desserts. Check out these British wedding menu ideas!
British Inspired Wedding Canapes
Mouth-wateringly delicious canapes are a great way to set the tone for the day and kick off a wondrous culinary journey. Consider the following:
- Mini Yorkshire puddings with roast beef & horseradish
- Bite-sized beer battered fish & chips
- Mini steak and chips
- Mini Scotch Egg
- Mini pies
And on the subject of pies, we’re not talking about any old offerings here, they have to be out of this world and get people talking excitedly about the party that their taste buds are throwing….
The Rise of Gourmet Pies at Weddings
When it comes to British wedding menu ideas, what if we were to say that pies could even be the main event?
‘Pies? Really? At a wedding?!’, I hear you say. Well, believe it or not, yes indeed! Delicious pies of all flavours are taking the British wedding world by storm as a cost effective, yet highly memorable wedding breakfast alternative.
At Thomas The Caterer, we’re extremely proud of our pies which have won awards at prestigious events, such as
The British Pie awards on many occasions. Examples of our wedding pies include Chicken & Chorizo, Steak and Stilton and Vegetarian/Vegan options.
They’re particularly popular at winter weddings because they are a beautiful combination of comforting warmth, quality ingredients and eye-catching presentation. If you don’t like the thought of having pie as a main course, we even offer smaller versions to go along with steak as a main.
Classic British Desserts with a Modern Touch
The big finale – the Great British dessert! Us Brits are renowned for our delicious puds and when it comes to weddings, presentation is key. Consider the following delicious options making a show-stopping entrance on your big day:
- Sticky toffee pudding bites
- Eton mess in individual glasses
- Treacle tart
- Bakewell tart variations
Again, focus on nostalgia and elegance and you’ve got it made! Puddings can also be adapted to suit dietary requirements and still be completely yummy British wedding menu ideas.
Enquire About Your Wedding Catering
If you love the thought of having a quintessentially British wedding menu and this blog has inspired you, then why not turn your inspiration into action by speaking directly with an experienced caterer who can design a bespoke British wedding menu tailored to your big day. Just
get in touch for more details and let’s talk through your British wedding menu ideas today!