A wedding is one of the most special days in a person’s life. Everything needs to be just right, from the décor to the outfits. Most brides begin preparing for their big day a year in advance just so everything is perfect.
One of the main considerations of a wedding is the food and drink choices for your guests. Be it a sit-down, formal dinner or cocktail hour with canapes, the wedding caterer is a key piece of this momentous occasion. So, what should you consider before hiring a wedding caterer?
Gumtree gives you a checklist of some important questions to ask going ahead:
Gumtree also has a few important tips before you book:
One of the main considerations of a wedding is the food and drink choices for your guests. Be it a sit-down, formal dinner or cocktail hour with canapes, the wedding caterer is a key piece of this momentous occasion. So, what should you consider before hiring a wedding caterer?
Gumtree gives you a checklist of some important questions to ask going ahead:
- Do you have any other weddings/obligations on the day?
- How much space will you need at the venue?
- How much time will you need to setup and clean up?
- Do you have a set menu, or can you customise according to our tastes?
- What are your most popular dishes?
- Do you charge a cost per person or a lump sum?
- Can you accommodate the dietary requirements of our guests?
- What are your portion sizes, and can you handle last-minute requests?
- Where do you source your food from?
- Do you have a bartender and if so, can we customise our drinks menu?
- What is your server to guest ratio?
- What is the deposit you need to book our date?
- What is your cancellation policy?
Gumtree also has a few important tips before you book:
- Booking early is essential
- Find reviews and ratings on social media
- Consider all the logistics
- Establish a budget
