Katharina Buczek
This is particularly helpful for brides and grooms who don’t want to go through the trouble of figuring out exactly what table to place each guest. Plus, if you’re looking to have a more lively celebration, this layout can keep everyone up, moving, and mingling.
Cocktail-style dining will typically include small bites that are passed out on trays throughout the evening. The experience can be interactive and exciting and allow your guests to try a “little of everything,” literally.
At the same token, you can save on some cash since, when it comes to volume, you won’t end up funding an entire meal for every single guest.
On the flip side, though, there are some drawbacks. Older attendees may find this meal style uncomfortable, as it involves more standing. You might also encounter higher alcohol costs as guests tend to have direct access to a bar as opposed to waiters serving pre-determined amounts of drinks, like wine, beer, or cocktails.
Nonetheless, in terms of food expenses, cocktail-style dining is still quite cost-effective. You can have fun with your dish offerings, too, serving up small but delicious bites of things like crab cakes, mini tacos, bruschetta bites, and kabobs.
