8 Fun and Modern Wedding Food Ideas
Creating the perfect wedding menu takes culinary genius. You have to match your taste preferences with what your guests will love, which results in fun and modern wedding food ideas like these. Check out this guide to discover what you could serve at your upcoming reception without stretching your catering budget.
1. Poutine Station
People are falling in love with poutine at events like seasonal festivals and weddings. The dish began as a Canadian recipe in the 1950s and didn’t appear in the U.S. until decades later. Become part of the crowd making up for lost time by serving hot fries topped with gravy and cheese curds at your wedding. Everyone can serve themselves at a poutine station to get their preferred amount of toppings throughout the night.
2. Pasta Bar
You’ll rarely find a person who doesn’t like pasta. Fill a pasta bar at your wedding with various types of pasta, sauces and toppings. Your guests could pair their dish with sides like meatballs or parmesan chicken. If you include options like gluten-free pasta and varieties made with veggies, you’ll serve something for everyone without paying for an extensive catering bill.
3. Crab Puffs
Any couple who loves seafood or wants to serve summer foods at their reception should consider crab puffs. They’re the latest way to dazzle guests with a crab-based menu without opting for traditional ideas like crab cakes.
People make crab puffs by wrapping crab meat, seasonings and cream cheese inside puff pastry dough before baking or frying them. They merge comfort foods with seafood delicacies, resulting in a reception dinner your guests will never forget.
4. Mac and Cheese Lollipops
Level up your all-time favorite childhood meal for your wedding with mac and cheese lollipops. Find a catering team that makes deep-fried mac and cheese bites and ask them to attach your preferred toothpicks. You could find creative toothpicks or skewers so every guest can enjoy this fun and modern wedding food idea while busting a move on your wedding dance floor.
5. Chicken and Waffles
Who says you need to host your wedding at night? Many couples choose a morning ceremony to serve specific brunch or lunch foods. It opens up new menu possibilities and instantly differentiates your wedding from anyone else’s.
Couples also often find that serving brunch reduces their catering costs because the menu is less in demand. You could go all out with everyone’s favorite chicken and waffle dish and set up various sauces on their tables to guarantee a delicious meal no matter your guests’ flavor preferences.
6. Soup Shooters
Your wedding guests will never look at shot glasses the same way again if you serve soup shooters for your cocktail hour snack. They could enjoy a small serving of your preferred menu selection, like tomato or potato soup. If they pair their shooters with optional sides like mini grilled cheese sandwiches or oyster crackers, you’ll keep everyone satisfied while taking pictures after your ceremony.
7. Milkshake Truck
Don’t forget to serve dessert for your guests. They’ll want to satisfy their sweet tooth after a long night of dancing and celebrating. Arrange a milkshake truck on one side of your venue where everyone can order custom shakes themed to your wedding. They’ll love the creativity and the secondary dessert option besides traditional wedding cake slices.
8. Soft Pretzels
You can’t go wrong with a soft pretzel stand during your cocktail hour or reception. They’re easy for guests to enjoy while they mingle and pair well with numerous dips. Hang them on a creative pretzel board, a rotating stand or an elaborate tiered display across a pretzel table. It all depends on your venue’s reception space.
If you serve a gluten-free or vegan option, every guest can indulge in the salty deliciousness of your soft pretzels whenever they want a snack. Double-check your RSVP cards to account for any food allergies or preferences before finalizing your menu just before your wedding.
Enjoy These Wedding Food Ideas
Anyone can serve these fun and modern wedding food ideas at their upcoming reception. Whether you’re hosting your ceremony in the morning or evening, these options will satisfy your guests and make your big day feel complete. Find caterers near your venue who can make your menu dreams come true within whatever budget best suits you.
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Author – Cora Gold
Cora Gold is a wedding enthusiast with over six years of experience writing about trends, traditions and more. She is also the Editor-in-Chief of women’s lifestyle magazine, Revivalist. Connect with Cora on LinkedIn, Pinterest and Twitter.
