Choosing the food that you’ll serve at your wedding breakfast has to be one of the most important parts to get right in the wedding planning process. Not only should it be food which fits the style and theme of the occasion, but it should also be the sort of sumptuous fayre which you and your guests are guaranteed to love. After all, it’s never fun having an empty tummy and, when it’s done right, the catering is something which really can help your wedding go with a swing.
The way to be certain that you have chosen the wedding catering which is right for you is by asking all the right questions of your catering company. It’s vital that you know exactly what it is that you are paying for and, when there’s only one chance at getting things right, that it will be completely spot on for your requirements.
So, to give you a helping hand, we’ve put together a list of what we think should be the questions to ask your wedding caterer.
Top Questions To Ask Your Wedding Caterer
In no particular order, ask the following when choosing the wedding caterer that’s right for you:
1. Are you available on our wedding date?
The best wedding caterers often get booked up super fast, sometimes years in advance, so, before you get excited about who will be doing your catering, it’s always a good idea to check their availability for your date.
2. Do you have set menus or is it bespoke?
Remember, your wedding food should be exactly to your tastes, which means that your wedding caterer should be flexible enough to adapt to your requirements. We always say bespoke is best, but it could be that they are prepared to be flexible on the set menu, so just ask!
3. What is included in the price? – Silverware? Linen? Chairs?
This is a great way to be completely aware of what you are getting for your money. Some caterers offer the full package, others just the food.
4. Will there be a menu tasting session?
Believe it or not, the very best wedding caterers will often be more than happy to let you try the food that they’ll serve before you commit to having it at your wedding. It’s a great way to ensure your complete satisfaction.
5. Do you provide bar hire as well?
It might not be something that you’ve considered so far, but if there is no bar at your venue, then it might be that your caterer can help. We, for example, offer lovely rustic mobile bar hire for weddings, where it’s required.
6. When do you need final guest numbers?
It’s great for wedding caterers to have the guest numbers sooner rather than later, so that they can start planning as soon as possible, so do check when they need them by.
7. Is our wedding venue in your service area?
This is always a good one to check, in the same way that it’s important to check that the caterer is available on your date. We, for example, cover the whole of the East Midlands.
8. Do you have a food licence?
As with any service that you choose for your wedding, it makes total sense to check that the provider comes with the right licensing, insurances and qualifications – especially with regard to the food that people will be eating.
9. What experience do you have with previous weddings?
You’ll need to know that your choice of wedding caterer has plenty of experience in catering for weddings like yours, so that you can be certain it will go without a hitch on the day.
10. What are your reviews like from previous weddings?
In addition to qualifications and experience, again, it’s always a good idea to check what previous customers thought of the service they received before you buy into it. Take a look at a variety of online reviews for your reassurance.
Check availability
When you ask the right questions, then you have every chance of finding the caterer that’s right for you. Get in touch with a member of our team to ask away and check our availability for your date today. We look forward to hearing from you.