Food is one of the most important elements of your wedding day celebration. To ensure your chosen caterer meets your needs, you may need to shop around. Here’s a helpful guide to selecting the right wedding caterer and providing a delicious menu for your guests.

Discuss Dietary Needs & Preferences

There’s a large variety of caterers in the wedding industry, and each will have their own specialties. It’s important to discuss your dietary needs upfront and look for a caterer who can closely match your preferences.

For instance, some caterers specialize in vegetarian options, whereas others are known for their meat dishes. You can help narrow down the list of options if you research menus and verbalize your needs upfront.

Schedule a Tasting

When it comes to choosing a caterer, tasting is believing. Schedule a food tasting prior to the big day so you can sample what your potential caterer has to offer. Ideally, you’ll want to schedule one about three to four months before the wedding. This gives you plenty of time to make any necessary adjustments to the menu – or look for an alternative catering option.

In addition to trying the food, take note of the overall presentation and whether it will be appropriate for your chosen venue. For instance, if you’re holding the wedding at a more formal venue, you likely won’t want a buffet-only option.

You should also use the tasting as an opportunity to ask questions about the dishes. Inquire as to which appetizers and entrees pair best, what options there are for different dietary needs, like gluten-free or vegetarian, and if there’s flexibility for changes to the menu.

If you’re looking for a reputable wedding caterer for your banquet hall, look no further than Lother's Catering in Hebron, KY. For over 40 years, they’ve proudly served Greater Cincinnati and northern Kentucky with expert catering services for life’s most meaningful events. They specialize in delicious buffet dinners and à la carte menus that your guests will continue raving about. To schedule a free consultation, give them a call today at (859) 689-4030 or visit them online for more information.