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Top ten questions to ensure you have a perfect wedding day food and drink

Your wedding caterers is one of the most important (and expensive!) people you'll hire for your big day. Make sure the food and drink you serve your guests is everything you want by getting the answers to the following 10 questions before you book.

1. Are you able to cater for specific dietary requirements?

Always check whether a caterer can offer a good quality vegetarian menu. If you know you have guests with nut allergies or other dietary requirements, you also need to check that your caterer can provide a suitable menu for them.

2. Have you catered at our chosen venue before?

This isn't an essential, but it's alway useful if a caterer has worked at your reception venue before. They will have built up a good relationship with the venue, and will be familiar with the kitchen facilities. If they haven't worked at your venue before, make sure the caterer pays them a visit before the big day.

3. Do you offer the style of catering we like?

If you've got your heart set on a Thai menu, for example, be sure to find a caterer that specialises in that style of food.

4. Do you organise a tasting beforehand? Do you charge for this?

Many caterers will offer a tasting free of charge if you confirm your booking with them. Be sure to each try different dishes including a vegetarian option.

5. Will you provide a separate children’s menu?

If you're inviting children to your wedding, it's a good idea to provide a children's menu. As well as appealing to your younger guests, it's likely to be less expensive than the adult menu.

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