Every wedding day is a testament to love, filled with joy, laughter, and all the things that bring us happiness — including food. Picking out the perfect wedding menu can be an exciting journey, but it can also feel overwhelming at times. In this article, we’ll help you explore wedding food ideas, including appetizers, buffet options, and finger foods that will bring big flavor to your big day.
Wedding Appetizers
Choosing appetizers that are easy to eat while socializing is key. Creative starters, like mini lobster rolls, chicken satay skewers, or gourmet cheese and charcuterie boards, can keep guests satisfied while waiting for the main course. Other appetizer options include:
- Shrimp cocktail shooters
- Bruschetta
- Bacon-wrapped dates
- Vegetable spring rolls
- Beef sliders
Wedding Menu Ideas
The wedding menu is the heart of your culinary plan. You can choose a menu that caters to a wide variety of tastes, or a menu that’s more suited to your own preferences. You can also blend your favorite cuisines with a fusion food menu. Additionally, ethnic dishes can be a great way to honor cultural heritage and identity.
You can choose to serve your food directly to your guests’ tables, or to set up a buffet. A wedding buffet can be a convenient method for offering a range of options and catering to various dietary restrictions. A well-designed buffet may include sections for hot mains, salads, and desserts, with clearly labeled options for vegetarians, vegans, and those with food allergies.
Wedding Snacks and Finger Foods
Snacks and finger foods are another essential part of your wedding day (and night). Go with traditional favorites like cheese and crackers, or try creative options like a DIY popcorn bar. Other snacks include:
- Mini tacos
- Pizza bites
- Chocolate fountain
- Cupcake bar
- Fruit platter
Mastering Your Day With Wedding Catering
Professional catering can immensely simplify the whole process. Caterers can help with menu planning, seasonal food, dietary requirements, and more. They can help make your food fantasy a reality, taking the pressure off and ensuring you and your guests are well-fed and satisfied.
If you’re having a wedding in the Minneapolis area, consider catering from Breaking Bread Café! When you share Breaking Bread Catering with your guests, you directly support Appetite For Change, a community-led nonprofit using food as a tool to build health, wealth, and social change. Explore options — including dessert, breakfast, and drinks — here.
Appetite For Change brings our community together to learn, cook, eat, and grow food, creating change that lasts. Donate today to support our incredible impact in North Minneapolis! Together, we can create well-rooted and flourishing change!
