Food Tastings

Just yesterday I was asked if it was "standard" to have the reception site charge extra for additional people other than the bride and groom. I have been asked that question a lot lately!

Some places do and some don't, however, it is happening more and more. Some venues don't even offer a tasting anymore and if you insist, even the bride and groom will be expected to pay.

Tastings are meant to be just that, "TO TASTE THE FOOD" to help you with your selection. It is customary to invite the parents of the bride especially if they are paying for the wedding. The parents of the groom usually don't go unless they are also contributing to the cost of the reception. The least amount of people you invite the better!!

Most places will just bring out one plate of each entree that you choose to taste and everyone has a "taste" to see which chicken or fish they like better....again, it is not meant to be a meal.

If your venue is offering a tasting, tell them that you would like to see the "PLATE PRESENTATION." The way the food is presented is just as important as the taste.

Another thing that surprises most people is that most venues do not let you taste the Hors D' oeuvres or salads. Again it depends on the venue.

Also....DON'T FORGET....if you are going to have a tasting, make sure you do it in enough time to order your invitations. You will have to list your dinner choices on the response cards.