Hors d'Oeuvres for Dinner

The cocktail hour is going large these days, with many brides choosing to have their whole wedding meal served that way. The hors d'oeuvres dinner is a big new trend for 2013 weddings, and can be great fun.

The idea is pretty simple -- instead of having a cocktail hour of finger foods followed by a seated meal, whether table service or buffet, you have everything served in bite-size portions.

Having a bite-size meal might not sound like it'd be filling, but by having food served for the entire time of the reception, your guests are able to graze whenever they feel hungry. It can give a big variety of tastes, and makes it easy to deal with any fussy eaters in attendance.

You also don't need to worry about everyone getting seated at the same time, or people being too stuffed to get on the dance floor. Even after cutting the cake, you can have small pieces of it served to your guests as they stay on the dance floor.

To find out more about having an hors d'oeuvres dinner for your San Diego wedding, get in touch with us today!

How to Cut Wedding Food Costs

The average wedding in San Diego costs well over $30,000.00.  One way a couple can cut their budget without cutting their menu is by discreetly printing "finger food reception to follow" or "hors d'oeuvres reception to follow" on their invitations.

From succulent dishes to savory sauces to sweet treats, there are dozens of options for delicious finger foods suitable for a wedding reception.

Here are a few ideas:

• Attractive fruit trays with chocolate, cheesecake, or whipped topping dips
• Fondue stations or chocolate fountains for dipping
• Deli trays with assorted meats and cheeses
• Small snacks such as pillow mints, chocolate candies, or nuts
• Wings with a hot buffalo glaze or barbeque sauce
• Popcorn chicken or shrimp
• Shrimp cocktail
• Mini quiches, stuffed mushrooms, or vegetable rolls
• Assorted cheese and cracker trays with mustards or other sauces
• Meatballs with assorted savory sauces
• Dainty tea sandwiches, such as cucumber or chicken salad
• Bite-sized hamburgers

When choosing a finger food menu, always consider the varied tastes of your guests by providing a wide enough selection, so anyone with unusual diets can enjoy the wedding feast.

If you're still looking for a San Diego wedding caterer, please give Authentic Flavors a call and let's plan your wedding menu.