3 Things that can Help You Choose the Best Caterer for Your Wedding Reception

By Catering Staff | August 15, 2016

Planning a wedding is one of the most nerve racking things to do in a person’s life. What makes it extra stressful is the fact that there are so many caterers to choose from and it is vital to hire the right one to ensure that the event will go smoothly. As you want good memories on your special day, finding the right ones, especially those who will provide the food is a must.

So, how do you actually find the best caterer for your wedding reception? Here are some things you should do so you can be sure that your caterer will be the right pick for your event.

1. Narrow down your options. There are so many caterers available, so you will definitely feel lost at first not knowing where to start your search for the right vendor. To narrow down your choices, start with your venue’s accredited vendors. They usually have their own list of partner caterers to provide some ease to the wedding party. You can also ask your friends, colleagues, and relatives. They might be able to recommend the caterer they hired for their own work events and parties as well. You might also want to consider visiting local supermarkets like Kroger and Publix, as they offer an excellent catering service.

2. Don’t forget to check their availability. You might already like a caterer from your initial meetings and their portfolio, but if you forgot to note the date of your wedding, you might just have a big issue at hand. Always check their availability on your event’s date so you can easily weed out those who already have prior engagements.

3. Great communication with the caterer. A lot of people forget that being able to communicate well with your caterer is essential if you want your event to go smoothly. They should be able to receive your feedback properly and not be too pushy. They should also listen to what you want, like if you prefer having an Arby’s meat platter station, and be able to adjust accordingly.

On your part, be mindful of being too needy. If you don’t make your caterer’s work too complicated, they’ll be more helpful and open to your requests. You should also be open to their suggestions, especially since they’re more experienced in this area than you are. If you get the perfect balance between them being helpful and you being firm in your decisions without being too demanding, you’re sure to get a good relationship with your caterer and you’re bound to get great service on your wedding day.