The food is one of the things your guests will remember the longest. We'll show you how to put together a well-balanced menu, account for every allergy and preference, and end up sitting back and relaxing at the table.
Style & Format: What Suits Your Wedding?
A classic 3- or 4-course meal, buffet, family-style or food stations - each option has its own charm. Plated menus feel more elegant and are easier to plan, while buffets are more social and cater well to variety.
Think about how much time you want to set aside for the meal and what kind of atmosphere you want to create. A 5-course menu can easily take 2-3 hours - so the timing needs to work for the dance floor and the cake-cutting moment.
Ask About Allergies & Preferences Early
Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, lactose intolerant, nut allergy - collect this information with the RSVP. That way you'll have accurate numbers for the venue, and no one is left without a main course.
With Zweierteam, the RSVP form automatically asks about allergies and dietary requirements and assigns them to each guest. That gives you a clear overview for your caterer.
Don't Forget Kids & Older Guests
Kids usually aren't fans of 5-course menus. Offer a child-friendly alternative - pasta, chicken, fries - and plan for them finishing sooner.
Older guests appreciate smaller portions and a quiet seat. Make sure there are soft options for people who have trouble chewing or swallowing.
Drinks: More Than Just Wine and Beer
Plan on roughly 0.5 l of water, 0.5 l of wine/sparkling wine and 1-2 beers or cocktails per person over the whole evening. Don't forget the non-alcoholic options - they're especially appreciated by pregnant guests, drivers and younger guests.
A signature cocktail, your favorite lemonade or a homemade iced tea makes your celebration special - and is often cheaper than a huge cocktail selection.
Tasting: A Must, Not a Nice-to-Have
Schedule a tasting with your caterer or venue early on. That way you'll find out whether the sauces taste right, the portions are spot on and you like the plating - and you'll still have time to make adjustments.
If possible, bring someone you trust. Two pairs of eyes see more than one, and honest feedback is worth its weight in gold.