CATERING 59 Eat your heart out Everything you need to know about catering Hello, my name’s Danielle and I’m addicted to food, the good, the bad, and just the downright dirty. From a healthy quinoa rainbow salad with grilled salmon, to a full-works burger with cheese-ladened fries followed by millionaires’ cheesecake – there’s nothing I don’t eat! This makes attending a wedding even more exciting for me, because one of the great things about weddings is the food...of course! “One my fav wedding breakfasts was at a dear friend’s wedding where she served up a bougie barbecue; grilled meats and halloumi kebabs were delivered to tables which were bursting with baby potatoes, salad, buns, and picky bits – divine! “For my own wedding, my husband and I made our decision based on our favourite food, a roast dinner with all the trimmings for main and cheesecake for dessert – not forgetting canapés of honey and mustard sausages, mini toad in the hole and arancini balls! “Over the next couple of pages, we’re going to inspire you for your own big, if you don’t fancy any of those, that’s ok, you can go bespoke and you do you, it’s your day after all!” 2025 CATERING TRENDS Specialists in adding a personal touch to your big day, Crafty Brewing (www.craftybrewing.co.uk), has teamed up with some leading wedding experts to provide insight into the hottest new trends to look out for this wedding season and beyond. IT’S FOR THE GRAM With the rise of social media, wedding content is shared across multiple platforms and seen by many. This has led to couples hiring content creators to capture every moment. Wedding writer Kate Beavis, owner of Magpie Wedding (www.magpiewedding.com) commented, “Couples are bringing in specialists to capture short form videos that they can then post on TikTok and Instagram within 24 hours. This sits alongside a traditional photographer. Think snippets of the day, behind the scenes action and even trending dance routines!” Danielle’s snippet: With this in mind, even your food/drinks bar has to be Insta-worthy for the photos, and it makes it even more appealing for guests to indulge in! Think: rustic tables adorned in flowers and themed props with a grazing platter spread. FOOD EXPERIENCES A wedding should reflect the couple getting married and formality isn’t everybody’s go-to choice. Couples no longer feel obligated to host a three-course sit-down dinner, many are favouring informal options from street food and food trucks to mash potato bars! Immersive dining experiences are also gaining momentum for being both memorable and entertaining. Some of the most popular ways to incorporate this is through the likes of theatre dining, live-cooking or guest DIY pizza making. For those who do choose a sit-down dinner, couples are curating bespoke menus, with each course representing a highlight of their relationship, such as places they have travelled and shared interests. This can also be done across grazing tables and canapés. Although trends do come and go, whilst others are here to stay, it’s all about putting your own spin on the day. Danielle’s snippet: Also top of the foodie’s list for 2025 weddings •Buffets might seem old-fashioned, but the modern take on this are grazing tables and stations. Social-led, a feast for the eyes, it’s a trend here to stay. •Going green, cutting down carbon footprint is still on couples’ minds when planning weddings and making conscious choices even when it comes to food and drink, the source and the presentation is essential. •Healthy options and non-alcoholic options are must-haves for all those guests with allergies, intolerances and lifestyle choices. •Bespoke, personalised, unique, find ways to make the day and the food about you! “
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