Festive Food Presentation

Did you know that when Jacqueline Bouvier married John F. Kennedy, the wedding luncheon consisted of a fruit cup, creamed chicken, and ice cream in the shape of a rose? That was just what you served at a wedding in those days, even at the Wedding of the Year. Today, even couples having very small or inexpensive weddings want to dish up elaborate feasts that will wow their guests.

It is not just the food that makes a statement, it is the presentation, as well. In fact, sometimes the way in which food is presented can be even more important than the food itself. Some couples will still serve their wedding dinner in the usual way (similar to a typical restaurant), but many are looking for ways to make a memorable statement with the food displays or to tie them into a theme.

For serving stations, couples will often create a theme at each station that ties in with the food. One wedding that I attended had an enormous seafood station in the middle of the room. The stage was set with nautical paraphernalia, such as crates and draped ropes, oysters on the half-shell, and so forth. The display was almost as impressive as the food: mountains of lobster tails, crab claws, peeled shrimp, oysters, and mussels.

Another festive way to present food is in individual bites. One chic trend is to serve a small appetizer in a porcelain spoon. The appetizers make a very attractive display for the cocktail hour. For a cold weather wedding, try serving tasty soups in shot glasses.

When considering the presentation of the food at your reception, don’t forget to dress the table as beautifully as the food. Using special napkins can go a long way towards adding style to the place settings. Pick linens that coordinate with the rest of the wedding. For example, if you are wearing a lot of classic pearl bridal jewelry, you can select napkins with a pearl edge.  It is a gorgeous way to tie it all together.

Every couple wants their wedding and reception to be one that their guests will always remember. A large part of the impression at a reception is created by the food. Serving the best foods in a festive presentation is the perfect way to make your wedding stand out.

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