Buffet for a wedding: features and rules of organization

One of the options for celebrating a modern wedding is a buffet table. This is a mini-banquet for a small number of people. You can organize a buffet table in different ways, it all depends on the preferences of the bride and groom.

If in European countries a buffet table at a wedding is already a tradition, in Russia such an innovation has just begun to appear. However, it is rapidly gaining popularity due to its many benefits.

• A wedding reception is often done instead of a banquet, as it is very short-lived. In addition, it is practically not tiresome for newlyweds.
• Such a menu is much cheaper, because there are no hot dishes in it, only cold snacks are present.
• Many people like the fact that the guest does not have to be constantly near the table, but can move freely. This is convenient because you can talk to a large number of people this way.
• This format offers a more varied menu. It includes a wide variety of snacks.

• If a toastmaster is present at the banquet, and guests are required to take part in various competitions, then at the buffet each visitor is free to choose any activity for himself. In addition, you can choose any recreation area.
• Live music can be part of such an event. At the same time, it should not be too loud - as a rule, it is just a background. It is also worth buying a lot of candles and decorating the hall.
• The buffet table can be held both outdoors and indoors.

However, there are some disadvantages that cannot be ignored:

• hot dishes are not served at the buffet table, so many may remain dissatisfied;
• such an unconventional format confuses the older generation;
• the buffet is intended only for very small weddings.

However, all these disadvantages are insignificant.

Therefore, you should not deprive your guests of this, you need to offer them an interesting alternative. For example, you can arrange drawing friendly cartoons. Even older people will like this kind of entertainment and will perfectly cheer you up. You can also invite a magician, artist or some famous character.

Do not forget that at buffets, entertainment should be more individual, that is, not intended for all guests, but for small groups. There are other nuances to consider.

1. Consider the presence of benches or at least a couple of chairs, because guests may get tired and want to sit down for a while.
2. There should be slightly more plates than guests so that everyone can taste a variety of dishes.
3. You can still equip a separate place for the newlyweds so that they can retire a little and take a break from the photo session and conversations.
4. Tables must be arranged so that they can be approached from any side.
5. The buffet is designed for a short period of time. Most often, it takes 3 hours, and there should be enough food for the whole time.
6. Of particular importance is the design of the tables, as well as the dishes on them.

It is quite possible to hold a buffet table immediately after the registry office. Everything can be organized with your own hands or entrusted to people who can arrange a beautiful celebration. There are quite a few ideas for decoration, and it all depends on the wishes of the newlyweds or on the season. For example, you can have a buffet at the bride's or groom's home, outdoors, or even in a restaurant.

First, you need to formalize the relationship, and only after that start organizing the buffet table. In the summertime, you can make it a field trip, in which case everything will have to be organized on the go. But this does not mean that the celebration will turn out to be chaotic.

Then even the usual park will turn into a magical place for a dream wedding.

In addition, you can decorate everything with your own hands. To do this, you will need to carefully consider any little things: prepare a small shed in case of bad weather, tables, benches or chairs. You will also need beautiful dishes: large plates, forks, elegant wine glasses. A list of all appetizers and desserts should also be made. It must include fruits and various sweets.

You also need to tastefully decorate by yourself or with the help of others the place where this event will be held.

Arranging a small buffet in a restaurant is one of the easiest ways to hold such an event. This option is good because you do not need to think about furniture or any cutlery. Also, do not be afraid of bad weather. Everything is shifted onto the shoulders of the restaurant owners and waiters.

However, in this case, you need to think about how the tables and chairs will be placed.

Many newlyweds have a buffet reception at home, especially if they have a small budget. But even such an event can be made quite fun and varied. First you need to think about all kinds of competitions, as well as about music.

It is necessary to calculate in advance where it is better to place tables in an apartment or house. It is important that guests are comfortable approaching them. To do this, you need to remove excess furniture.

A place for entertainment can be arranged in the room next to it.

You also need to decorate the apartment itself. Everywhere you can put flowers, hang balloons, draw posters. It is imperative to find a person who can become a leader at such an event and will follow everything.

If we talk about the assortment of dishes that should be present at the buffet table, then most of them are cold snacks. You need to make the dishes varied and beautiful. For example, you can serve many different salads, make canapes and small sandwiches.

Chefs can use Georgian recipes as inspiration. In this country, marshmallows, dried fruit sweets and churchkhela are deliciously prepared.

It is also recommended to take care of the young ladies who look after their figure. The buffet table is, first of all, light and beautiful dishes. Therefore, it is not necessary to surprise guests with some kind of cold cuts or pastries. Experienced chefs always offer their guests original fruit and vegetable compositions.

But there are also couples who prefer the traditional menu. In this case, classic recipes for homemade boiled pork, hearty sandwiches with red fish or caviar and other high-calorie delicacies will come in handy. This menu will definitely please both the male half of the guests and the older generation.

In this case, snacks like mussel skewers, chilled lobsters, or a fruit plate with fresh pineapple or mango are good options. Alternatively, you can choose a Japanese theme that has been in vogue for several years now. Organizing such a feast is as easy as shelling pears. It is enough to hire a chef who will prepare delicious sushi, rolls and sashimi. You can even turn it into a show by serving guests the freshest delicacies. Such an unusual menu will definitely delight guests who are not accustomed to such exoticism.

It is very important to decorate the table correctly, because it is to it that the attention of all guests will be riveted. There are many ways to do this with pretty napkins, ribbons, and various little things. In addition, aesthetically pleasing fruit and diced compositions can be prepared.

One of the most popular examples is classic table setting.

You can also choose snacks to match the table. Each serving should be sized to be eaten in a couple of bites. Ideally, with this serving option, you should divide the tables, putting hot snacks on one, sweets on the other, and alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks on the third. This option is suitable even for a large event.

Another great option for holding such a celebration is a luxurious exit ceremony in a fairy-tale style.

It is best to arrange tables in the form of the letter L or W. It is recommended to arrange the dishes on exquisite metal supports, so it will be more convenient for guests to get food. Plates for guests should be placed on empty spots. Visitors to the celebration will quickly disassemble them, and the vacated space will be functional.

The buffet is a great alternative to the usual wedding celebration. It is perfect for organizing summer and spring weddings. Such a short but memorable holiday will cheer up the bride and guests, and will definitely not leave anyone disappointed.

See the video below about the features of a buffet wedding.