From cocktail hour hors d'oeuvres to late-night snacks at the after-party, delicious food can be enjoyed at every stage of your wedding. Providing an abundance of popular guest favorites is a thoughtful gesture for guests who travel far and wide to attend your wedding. Not to mention, a great menu will give your loved ones the energy to celebrate the day and dance the night away.
Today, modern couples are looking for more personal and unique dining experiences to make their celebrations memorable. With many weddings doing away with the traditional sit-down dinner, brides and grooms are working hard to create menus that are varied and stand out from the crowd. Our number one recommendation is a self-serve food bar. Whether it's during cocktail hour or the reception, food stations allow you to offer customization and choice for friends and family. By encouraging groups to mingle and socialize, these displays provide an interactive experience for all attendees.
Another reason we love food bars is that you can serve whatever suits your tastes. Stick with classic options like a raw seafood bar or charcuterie board, or offer something unexpected like a fondue station or s'mores spread. You can even show off your local flavor by opting for locally sourced ingredients, like a Mediterranean feast from Positano or a roasted vegetable platter with farm-to-table ingredients from Virginia.
Wondering what food ideas to include at your wedding? From appetizers to desserts, here are 40 unique food bar ideas for your big day.