One of the
first things a couple has to decide on is what kind of food service they will
have during their wedding reception. The most debatable question, “should
I have a plated sit-down dinner or a buffet?”
The Founders Inn wedding packages offers 5 hour reception which
includes a choice of a 4-course plated dinner or a 3-entrée buffet. While there
is controversy that one style of service cost more than the other, there is no
price difference with The Founders Inn wedding packages.
There are pros and cons for each type of
service but keep in mind when choosing your style of dinner, the dinner service should stay within 1 hour
to 1 ½ hours to allow time for your other wedding activities.
The first option is having a buffet dinner
which is recommended for any number of guests with a minimum of 25 people. Guests
are invited to the buffet to make their dinner plate. Buffets are always a good
option for those picky eaters and as well for those heavy eaters. Buffets are
hassle free without having to send menu cards for pre-selected dinners. Please
note the buffet is not intended for "all you can eat". The Chef will
carefully formulate and portion to each guest serving. In addition, left-over
food cannot be packed and removed from the event space keeping in accordance
with the health and food state regulations.
The advantage of a plated dinner is that it
provides an elegant and upscale dining experience. Unlike the buffet, your
guests will be served at their table. While a plated dinner is more formal, it will
also require more effort from you. Menu selections must be determined 4 days
prior to your wedding day and table place cards must indicate each guest entrée
selection. Be prepared to contact guests who have not responded by the RSVP due
date to ask for their menu choice. Lastly, beware for the “Chatty Cathy”. This
person can prohibit dinner service to continue to the next course as the
Founders Inn’s etiquette is to not serve until the entire table is finished.
When
making your decision, there is no right or wrong answer. While both dinner styles are different,
ultimately, it is your preference as the bride to which style will best reflect
you and your dream wedding. Bon Appetit!
Mouth-watering food! Loved this buffet menu. You are right that all venues should have buffet systems as it’s easy to manage things then. When we looked for Chicago wedding venues, we made sure to shortlist those venues which had buffet.
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