How to save money

The Grange Venue's free help centre and advice, saving you time and money when planning an event

What is the cheapest food to cater at a wedding?

Lower Cost: Breakfast foods can be cheaper and include items like eggs, pancakes, and pastries. Main Dishes: Pasta with marinara sauce, chicken stir-fry. Sides: Garden salad, garlic bread, seasonal vegetable medley. Dessert: Simple sheet cakes or cupcakes. Beverages: Water, iced tea, and lemonade.

Is it possible to plan your own wedding?

It's entirely possible to plan your own wedding from start to finish, but you'll still need to designate a day-of coordinator or point-person that you can count on to handle all the timing and other issues that may arise once your wedding day arrives. Chef de la Maison and The Grange Team can help you

What is a self-catering wedding?

Self-catering weddings entail just that – providing the catering yourself instead of paying for the venue itself or outside caterers to take on the job for you. Most, if not all, wedding receptions involve food; no one wants their guests to go hungry!

Is it cheaper to do your own wedding?

DIY is not necessarily more affordable. I priced out doing DIY and it would've cost just as much as getting a venue with way more stress. Unless you already have a ton of tables, chairs, tablecloths, decorations, and party supplies you're going to be spending a ton on rentals.

What is the most common food served at weddings?

In Western culture, a traditional wedding dinner often includes a salad course, a meat-based main course (often beef, chicken, or fish), and a dessert in addition to the wedding cake. In other cultures, wedding dinners might consist of many different courses, or even be buffet-style with a variety of traditional foods.

Is a buffet a good idea for a wedding?

If yours will be a more casual affair, a buffet-style meal may be more suitable.

Does every wedding guest need a menu?

It is not obligatory to provide wedding menus to all of your guests. However, many couples like to provide wedding menus as a way to enhance the dining experience at their events. Wedding menus are particularly beneficial for larger events or when accommodating dietary needs. Chef de la Maison can provide you with dietary advice and expert guidence for your wedding and event planning www.chefdelamaison.co.uk

What comes first at a wedding?

1. The Processional. The processional is the first order of business at a wedding ceremony.

Who buys the wedding dress?

Traditionally, the bride's family paid for the wedding dress. However, in modern times, the cost is often shared between the couple or divided amounest family members.

Which dance comes first at a wedding?

If you want to go a more "traditional" route, there is a generally-agreed-upon etiquette when it comes to the ordering of the dances: The bride and groom share the first dance.

Who pays for a honeymoon?

Traditionally, the groom's family paid for the honeymoon, but like every wedding, no two couples are alike — and neither are their families. The question of who pays for the honeymoon often depends on family relationships, traditions, and, of course, the couple's personal preference.

What food is in a finger buffet?

Our top 8 budget finger foods

Mini sausage rolls. Why does everything taste better in mini form? ...
Hummus. ...
Loaded potato skins. ...
Quick cheese straws. ...
Smoked mackerel & horseradish chicory cups. ...
Baked ham hock pots. ...
Carrot & caraway crackers. ...
Aubergine & chickpea bites.

How to make a buffet look good?

For buffets, one of the key ways to make the table look exceptional is to vary the heights of the serving platters – either by mixing in some pedestal serving pieces like cake stands of various sizes – sometimes even stacking two or three, using a tiered plate holder or two as serving pieces, or even using decorative .

How can I feed 50 guests cheaply?

8 ideas For Easy Meals For Large Groups by Chef de la Maison

Taco Bar. A taco bar is one of the best inexpensive meals for large groups. ...
Meatballs. ...
Butter Chicken. ...
Lasagna. ...
Chili. ...
Homemade Pizza. ...
Baked Pasta. ...
Skewers.

How many sandwiches for 50 guests?

Handy Sandwich Platter Catering Tips by Chef de la Maison

As a general rule, ordering 1.5 sandwiches per person is the perfect number.

When to cut the cake at a wedding?

In most modern weddings, the cake is cut just before the first dance so everyone can watch before heading onto the dance floor. At The Grange Venue Peterborough we ask our customers and adapt accordingly to their wishes

To save money on birthday presents, you can set a budget, consider cheaper gift cards, or give a money gift.

Set a budget

Decide how much you can afford to spend and try to stay within that limit.
Don't feel pressured to buy gifts for everyone you know.

Consider cheaper gift cards

You can buy and sell gift cards on online marketplaces to save money.
You can use the gift cards to buy presents for the recipient or give them directly.

Give a money gift

You can give the recipient a money bouquet, which is a visually striking gift.
You can also put coins or bills inside balloons and inflate them. The recipient will need to pop the balloons to get to the money.

Other ways to save money

Keep a list of who you've bought gifts for so you don't forget.
Try DIY gifting.

Planning a large wedding involves setting a budget, finding a venue, and sending out invitations. You can also consider creating a wedding website, buying wedding insurance, and choosing a wedding party.

Set a budget

Decide how much you want to spend on the wedding
Allocate funds to different aspects of the wedding, like the venue, catering, and dress

Find a venue The Grange Peterborough or Chef de la Maison nationwide marquee hire www.chefdelamaison.co.uk

Consider the type of wedding you want and how many guests you're inviting
Research venues that fit your needs

Send out invitations

Send out save the dates as soon as you have a confirmed date with the venue
Give guests enough time to make arrangements for travel, work, and childcare

Create a wedding website

A wedding website can be a central hub for guests to find information about the wedding
It can also save you money on stationery and answering questions about parking and hotels

Buy wedding insurance

Special events insurance can protect you from liabilities and damage on the wedding day

Choose a wedding party

Decide who you want to be with you throughout the wedding
Consider close friends and family

Buy wedding rings

Choose rings that complement your engagement ring
Set a budget and take your time making the decision

Here are some ways to save money on a wedding:

- Choose an off-peak date
  
  Avoid popular wedding days and months, like Saturdays, Valentine's Day, and bank holidays. Instead, consider a weekday or winter wedding.
- Pick a venue that's all-inclusive
  
  Consider getting married at the same venue for the ceremony and reception to avoid transportation costs.
- Buy your own alcohol
  
  You can save money by buying your own alcohol and paying corkage instead of paying for it from the wedding supplier.

Shop for sample gowns or off-the-rack

You can save money by buying a dress that's been tried on by others. You can also get it altered to fit you.

Borrow accessories

You can save money by borrowing accessories from friends, like a veil.

Track your spending

Use a spreadsheet to track your spending and make sure you stick to your budget.

Communicate with suppliers

Be realistic about your budget and ask suppliers if they can offer anything that fits within it.

Rent as much as possible

Consider renting items instead of buying them

Here are some ways to save money on your wedding cake:

Choose buttercream frosting: Buttercream is more cost-effective than fondant, which requires more labor.
Select a simple design: The time it takes to create intricate designs is the biggest cost of a wedding cake. A naked cake or buttercream-iced cake is a simple option that can save you money.
Use a sheet cake: A sheet cake is a large rectangular cake that can be up to 50% cheaper than a tiered cake. You can serve the sheet cake to your guests while using a tiered cake for cutting.
Use faux tiers: A mix of real and faux tiers can reduce the cost of your cake.
Consider fresh flowers: Fresh organic flowers are usually cheaper than sugar flowers.
Skip the cake: You can save a significant amount of money by skipping the cake altogether. This could be a good option if you have allergies or don't like cake