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If serving food at your wedding reception is part of your plans, with a little pre-planning and creativity, you can do so without maxing out your budget, or your sanity. Here are some tips for saving money and time on wedding food prep and planning:
  • Contact a few of your favorite local restaurants to compare food prices and large order availability. Restaurants will often be less expensive than caterers for weddings, especially if you pick up the order yourself. 
  • Think back to family reunions, church functions, potlucks, get-togethers, etc. Who do you know who enjoys cooking, makes a great casserole, loves to barbecue, etc? Ask if they would consider ‘gifting’ you with their specialty for your wedding.
  • Consider having a buffet line so guests can help themselves and clear their own tables, this will save money on wait-staff and caterers.
  • Purchase needed food and paper items at Costco or Cash & Carry to save a lot of money over traditional grocery stores. Both stores offer bulk orders and Costco offers party trays specifically for large groups at a much lower cost than other companies.
  • Make sure the prep and setup are completed ahead of time so that your favorite aunt or best friend isn’t stuck in the kitchen during the fun and festivities.
  • And finally, delegate-delegate-delegate. Allow a capable friend or family member to coordinate the planning and do the leg-work so you are free to focus on more pressing items during this important time of wedding planning. 
Contact Sound Wave Music, Idaho’s #1 wedding DJ service, for additional information on money saving tips and ideas for a perfect wedding. With over 10 years in the Boise wedding music business, your satisfaction and enjoyment are our goal.

Kristin Cole
Sound Wave Music - Boise, Idaho
Boise Wedding DJ Services

 

 


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