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Welcome to:

Self Catering Help

for the

Do-it-Yourself Wedding Reception,

Party or Church Dinner!

Great "Been there done that" Tips!





Links to help you plan a self catered

Wedding Reception (or other event)





Sensible Choices!



How can I be sensible when I'm IN LOVE??

Number of guests - try to set realistic and reasonable limits,

it's easier to self cater 100 people than 300 people (more than 150 is very difficult)



Make your own invitations or go directly to a small printer for a quote.



Decide on a Budget and purchase the food to fit the budget,

serve ham instead of lobster!

Make your own wine.

Purchase a bottle or two of liquor each payday.



Choose the reception hall with the

best kitchen available.



Keep the menu simple, save the fancy ideas

for more intimate dinners.



Arrange with friends and family for extra

refrigeration space.



Create a detailed list of things to be prepared

along with a realistic time frame.



Check your local Party Rental place for extra serving dishes

and table covers for the buffet table, or shop dollar stores

looking for large platters and bowls.



Plan on purchasing a supply of pretty paper plates,

plastic glasses, napkins etc., this cuts down on cost and cleanup,

you can purchase in bulk case lots if needed.



Use ivy, candles, white mini lights and potted plants

(even color coordinated petunias and impatients

- just plan ahead) for decorations.



Book your reception hall for a Sunday, it's cheaper,

and maybe you can arrange for Sat. decorations at a

bargain (my niece did, and it was beautiful)



You can't do if all yourself, get volunteers and

some paid help



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