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QuestionHow do I decide what to serve for dinner at my wedding?
Minoti MehtaMinoti Mehta is the Founder of Vermilion Weddings & Events, an event and wedding planning business based in San Francisco, California. Minoti grew up in the event and wedding planning space and has over five years of event planning experience. She has been invited to participate as a Delegate at five exclusive Event Planner Conferences including Destination Wedding Planners Congress and Planners Xtraordinaire and has become known as one of the Top Wedding and Event Planners in the San Francisco Bay Area. Minoti's work has been featured on NDTV India, Love Stories TV, Maharani Weddings, and WedWise India. Vermilion Weddings & Events was also awarded WeddingWire's Couple's Choice Award in 2018. Minoti has a BS in Hospitality Management and Accounting from the University of San Francisco.
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QuestionHow do you do assigned seating at a wedding?
Carole GroganCarole Grogan is the Owner and Head Event Designer for Bright Blue Events, an event planning company that specializes in weddings. Her team has planned beautiful, detailed weddings, as well as social and corporate events for over 10 years, taking care of details such as floral design, décor, staffing, and catering.
Professional Event PlannerConsider who will enjoy sitting with whom and where in the room they'll sit. Seating people with similar qualities or experiences together is always a good idea. You can group friends from college, people you know from work, or single people you might want to meet. Also keep in mind where groups are located. You don't, for example, want to put a group of older guests near speakers, but would want younger people near the dancefloor. -
QuestionWhat steps do I need to take to plan a small wedding reception?
Community AnswerWhen planning a small wedding reception, you should first secure a location and determine your guest count. Next, decide on the reception's decor and choose your catering, including whether you'll have a buffet or sit-down dinner, and who will prepare the wedding and groom cakes. Finally, select your entertainment, such as a live band, DJ, or stereo system. -
QuestionHow do I order alcohol for a wedding reception?
TceventsCommunity AnswerMany times, your catering company will provide the option for alcohol. You can also find independent companies online who will provide servers and alcohol. The last option is to DIY -- buy your own alcohol and find someone to serve it for you. -
QuestionWhat is the best order to set up a wedding reception?
Community AnswerFirst announce the couple's entrance, then begin the buffet line or serving food. Following the meal, begin toasts and cake cutting. Dancing usually follows and finishes off the night. -
QuestionIf we're having alcohol, do we have to have hard liquor, or can it just be champagne?
Community AnswerIt's totally up to you. Most bigger wedding receptions have a full bar stocked with beer, wine, champagne, and hard liquor, but you certainly don't have to do it that way. Perhaps if you want to signal to guests that only champagne will be available, you could put something on the invitation like, "Champagne reception to follow ceremony."
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QuestionIf my biological father is not present, can I dance with my stepfather, father-in-law, or another male relative for the father-daughter dance?
TceventsCommunity AnswerYes, you can certainly choose your stepfather, father-in-law, or another significant male relative for the father-daughter dance. Often, the person who escorts you down the aisle is also chosen for this special dance.
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QuestionHow can I hire someone to help me with reception planning?
Community AnswerVisit a local wedding fair in your area or get recommendations from friends who have been married to find a reception planner. -
QuestionMy vendor contract has added a $1,120 staffing charge for my wedding reception at the country club. What is this, & do l still tip?
TceventsCommunity AnswerUsually service charge and gratuity is always included in catering bills. There is no need to tip on top of it, unless they specifically tell you that tip is not included, or you are very happy with the service and want to leave some extra tips.
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QuestionI am providing alcohol for an open bar. How do I determine how much to purchase?
Tom De BackerTop AnswererConsider setting a fixed amount; once it is consumed, the bar closes. Be aware that having more alcohol available often leads to more consumption. A common guideline is to estimate two drinks per guest, then round up. Alternatively, consult a wholesale supplier for recommendations, as many offer to deliver a larger quantity of beverages and allow you to return any unopened bottles, meaning you only pay for what was consumed. -
QuestionIs it fine to have fun games at the reception?
KY_GirlatHeartCommunity AnswerSure, why not? This is a way to keep everyone entertained, and you won't have to sit down the entire time talking. Pick games that are suitable for all ages who are attending. -
QuestionWhat is a good rehearsal dinner layout?
Community AnswerIt depends on many factors like the couple's families preferences, who will be attending, and the venue chosen for the event.
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QuestionCan you hire a harpist to add a soothing ambience to the wedding?
Community AnswerAbsolutely! A harp adds a very lovely and peaceful air to a wedding.
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