Selecting the Right Hors d'oeuvres for Your Cocktail Hour with Catering Connection

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At Catering Connection, we put a lot of thought into the variety of appetizers you are going to serve during the cocktail hour. Here are some tips to help you select the right ones:

Reflect Your Theme or Culture

Select hors d'oeuvres that complement the theme or cultural background of your wedding. Whether you choose a taco bar, a seafood beachfront style menu or rustic bbq, the appetizers can help keep the whole wedding cohesive.

Seasonal Selections

Incorporate seasonal ingredients to highlight freshness and flavor.

Passed or Displayed?

Do you prefer a more interactive personalized experience with tray passed appetizers? Or are you looking to have a beautiful and bountiful grazing table? Tray passed hors d’oeuvres encourages mingling among guests and adds a touch of elegance to the event while displayed hors d’oeuvres provide convenience and accessibility. Both styles have their advantages and can be chosen based on the desired atmosphere, budget, and logistical considerations of the wedding.

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Consider Dietary Restrictions

Offer a variety of options to accommodate different dietary needs such as vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, dairy-free & nut-free options. This ensures all guests can enjoy the selections without feeling left out.

Fried is Tasty - But Not as Colorful

Incorporating color into your hors oeuvres is visually appealing for all guests! Sometimes you may choose all fried items because they sound the tastiest but be sure to ask about the color of the appetizers when selecting your choices.

‌Favorites with a Twist

Offer classic favorites with a unique twist to surprise and delight your guests. This could include mini versions of comfort foods or fusion cuisine. For example, our chicken + waffles are a hit!

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Presentation Matters

Your guests will notice the presentation! Our chefs love to use seasonal edible flowers, micro greens & fresh herbs to provide the platters with color and texture.

‌Do You Have Enough Hors D’oeuvres?

At Catering Connection, we provide each of our clients with a set amount of appetizers to ensure your guests won’t leave hungry after cocktail hour.

Trial Tasting

Before finalizing your selections, consider doing a tasting session with your caterer to ensure the chosen hors d'oeuvres meet your expectations in terms of taste and quality.

Remember, the goal is to create a memorable experience for your guests, so choose hors d'oeuvres that you love and that reflect your personality as a couple. So ask today about how to schedule a tasting with Catering Connection for your upcoming wedding!

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