Location vs. food - how to chose ?

We found a beautiful place but the food is poor - quality as well as basic package. The future bride and groom love the place and do not mind the food. The bride's parents hate the food, and think the place is beautiful but feel very uncomfortable about the food. They do not know how to tell the.... [Read more]

Can vegetarian guest contact the caterer?

I have recently been invited to a wedding where the only two choices listed on the invitation are meat. I am a strict vegetarian and will not even eat off the plate if there is meat present. Is it appropriate to contact the caterer (saving the bride any unnecessary stress) and inquire about a.... [Read more]

Wedding reception menu selections and choices

I am getting married in the DR on May 5 '06 and having a reception back at home on May 20. I want the reception to be fun, but appropriate. I plan on wearing my gown again, having a cake, music, dinner, etc...

I am considering using a catering option from a nationwide Spanish/Mexican food.... [Read more]

Mentioning food or menu in the wedding invitation

One of my best girlfriend's is getting married next March. She is on an extremely low budget and wants to have either a cake & drinks or hors d oeuvres type of reception.

Her concern is how to notify guest of this on her homemade invitations. She doesn't want there to be any question as to.... [Read more]

How much to tip the wedding caterer

I recently asked my caterer what he recommended for tipping. I was expecting him to say $500 or so on the high end. He however told me that tipping was completely optional, but he said 18% is is considered to be the customary tip for food services in the DC area. Although my fiancée trusts him and.... [Read more]