WAYS TO SAVE MONEY ON WEDDING
Ways to Save Money on Wedding Food and Alcohol at Your Wedding
Yes, we agree that planning a wedding can be an absolute whirlwind, but do you know that with attention to detail you can detect chances here and there to cut substantial costs? Do you know that you can plan your wedding reception without breaking the bank? Of course, this also includes the catering aspect which can feel overwhelming when the guest count is considered. Thankfully, there are tips to guarantee that you and your guests can enjoy delicious, hearty wedding meals while also saving some money!
Ways you can save money on wedding food and alcohol at your wedding include;
· Opt For A Buffet Service
One simple way to save money on wedding food is to opt for a buffet serving style. Firstly, this service requires fewer serving staffs. This translates to lesser fees, especially when compared to the plated service or family style of serving. A buffet also reduces the courses of food to be served. With a plated service, you’re required to serve a complete three meal course but with a buffet service, you can serve a hearty entrée and chose to skip appetizers or desserts, saving costs in the process. Your wedding cake can also serve as the perfect appetizer!
Pro: A buffet service style lessens the number of serving items you have to rent.
Con: There may be food wastage.
Hold A Cocktail Reception
If you are working with a really tight budget, you can go for a cocktail reception rather than a sit-down dinner. Cocktail receptions are very relaxed and are even a great way for you and your guests to interact without the barriers of tables or seats. It’s also a great way to cut costs because you don’t have to pay for rows of tables and chairs or their decors, or pay the staff to put them together. Even better, you can put some of this saved money into tasty finger foods that will satisfy your guests!
Pro: The atmosphere is super relaxed and fun.
Con: With most guests standing, some may have difficulty watching the first dance or speeches.
Go For A Breakfast Reception
Breakfast is doubtlessly cheaper than dinner so how about you change things up a bit and plan a breakfast reception instead? Trust us, guests just want to have fun and a full stomach and as long as both are available, they would be down for a breakfast reception. You can keep the menu simple with a variety of pancakes, eggs, bacon, waffles, and French toast, or make things exciting with juice popsicles or a prism of scones.
Pro: A breakfast reception is affordable so you and your guests can eat to your hearts’ content.
Con: A breakfast celebration means an early reception and an even earlier wedding ceremony.
Make Only Affordable Drinks Available
A great way to save money on alcohol at your wedding is to limit the available drink options. Wine and beer are typically more budget-friendly than cocktails or other mixed drinks so you can make only these available at the reception. Also, since there would be no mixing of drinks, the bartender would be charging less for services. Or you can have the drinks already placed on tables for guests to help themselves and not require bartending. Trust us, your guests will not mind serving themselves, and you can save hundreds of dollars through this method!
Pro: Everyone will find something they like from these two options!
Con: There may be drink wastage.
Buy The Drinks Yourself
If your wedding venue allows this, then you definitely should take this option. Sure it may be a bit tasking but with the aid of your friends and family, it’s not impossible. Buying the drinks for your wedding will save you hundreds of dollars, and even better is to buy them in bulk from the factories. This shaves off a decent sum and allows you to enjoy sufficient wine on your big day!
Pro: Enough drinks to go around.
Con: Additional duties to take on.
With each of these tips, you can have quality food at your wedding without putting a hole through your pocket so start planning!
