“It's an easy theme for guests to prepare for. Everyone has white clothes, they pack easily, and the photos come out great,” said Sarah Glick, proposal and wedding planner for New York-based Brilliant Event Planning.
“While rare delicacies or mini foods were all the rage for a time, more substantive comfort food using fresh, local ingredients or meaningful family recipes is becoming a more popular choice,” says Harrison. “Not only is it a crowd pleaser, but the origin of the recipe, dish, or ingredients can help tell a story. In addition, using different food stations with a variety of ingredient options allows guests to customize the menu, warmly welcoming anyone with any dietary restrictions or preferences to partake and enjoy.”
Pictured: At Grutman and Rangel’s wedding, Starr Events served up an homage to Rangel’s homeland with Brazilian cachorro quente—Brazilian-style hot dogs with seasoned ground beef, sweet pepper pico de gallo, potato strings, and catupiry cheese.
“Gone are the days of basic snacks and water to greet guests,” says Glick. From trendy food options to custom bags to personalized gifts, hosts are now giving away more thoughtful party favors.
