Your wedding day is one of the most memorable days of your life however the price for this perfect day is never inexpensive.


The food on the day is very important, such as the wedding breakfast, wedding dinner or buffet and obviously the cake- all of which can be very expensive.


Delicious food on your special day is achievable without spending too much here are some suggestions from the caterers at myhousecatering.com, to get the most from your budget.


1. Keep it simple Your wedding day is always an opportunity to show off and many couples make the mistake of serving complicated and lavish cuisine. This is problematic as not only can it be expensive as you will be paying for overpriced chefs, staff and ingredients - but your guests might not even like it. Keep food simple, with an home made classic menu and delicious ingredients, this way its easier on your bank account and your guests are more likely to enjoy a more classic menu.


2. Don't rule out a Buffet The traditional wedding buffet has proved to be unpopular in recent years with many people considering a buffet as unsuitable and not formal enough for a wedding. There are a lot of bonuses to a buffet, guests can eat what they want , when they want and choose from a selection of dishes. Just because your serving a buffet doesn't mean the quality of your ingredients will be any less- it won't. Buffets are also perfect if you are having a long wedding- if guests get hungry into the night instead of nipping to the nearest takeaway- put on a late night buffet with a selection of favourite snacks.


3. Get help from family and friends The average wedding cake costs around $300, a really expensive extra to your big day. However if there is a exceptional baker in family then ask them if they could possibly make the cake- it would add a personal note. Your family and friends can also help profusely when it comes to the organization of a wedding, whether it be decorating the venue or assisting with the catering, it is easier to trust friends and family and than paid staff. If you are providing a buffet, ask if family members can bring their own dish, to make the event more personal.


4. Alternative menu ideas A sit down meal and a buffet might not be everyone's preference, but there are any alternatives out there to make your wedding a little more different but no less wonderful. If you are having a summer wedding and the sun stays shining, why not have a barbeque complete with a salad station and an array condiments or for the more rustic of weddings how about a hog roast? myhouse.com the Dallas catering company advises that if you have a preferred style of cuisine in mind, why not have a selection of dishes from that nation, Italian menus and Thai menus at weddings are extremely popular.


5. Choose the best caterers High quality caterers need not be the most expensive, Wedding caterers will normally have a range of wedding menus suitable for every budget and dietary requirement, most caterers also provide the choice of making your own custom menu too. Good caterers really are worth the money, they will cook and prepare delicious food and control everything so you don't have to worry on your big day.


There are a number ways to reduce the costs of your wedding catering, without impairing the quality of the service and food. Hiring the best caterers ensures your guests will be happy and you can enjoy your wedding day stress-free.