Be choosy. Look into party venues that allow you to hire any caterer, not just one from their approved list, who may not fit your budget.
- Tap the New Guy..Consider new talent; a chef who’s young, eager,and since he’s just starting to build his wedding-catering business, is likely to charge less than his more established colleagues. but do some research before him/her; Ask for referrals from recent wedding clients and call them!
- Keep it Simple. Streamlined preparations require less work on the chef’s end. Wild mushroom soup? Easy. Wild mushroom soup with crab ravioli? That takes a lot more time to prepare, and time is money.
