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Amy
Super October 2017

Coffee- Yay or Nay?

Amy, on March 13, 2017 at 1:04 PM

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My FMIL is politely insistent of having coffee at the reception. Asked our bartender and they want way too much. Most of my group are not coffee drinkers. Would it be tacky for me to bring a normal coffee maker and make coffee that way? I really don't want to spend extra on coffee when most wont...

My FMIL is politely insistent of having coffee at the reception. Asked our bartender and they want way too much. Most of my group are not coffee drinkers. Would it be tacky for me to bring a normal coffee maker and make coffee that way? I really don't want to spend extra on coffee when most wont drink it...thoughts and suggestions??

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  • CuteNickname
    Super July 2017
    CuteNickname ·
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    I agree w@futuremrsAK. People who don't normally drink coffee will often have it to get some energy before driving home. After dancing and drinking. Or even for a pick me up after stuffing themselves.

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  • TheBlindBride
    Devoted June 2018
    TheBlindBride ·
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    Is there a Dunkin' Donuts or similar nearby? Smiley smile

    Edit: Actually, a Panera or Au Bon Pain might deliver coffee. Just throw in some pecan rolls if coffee isn't enough for delivery!

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  • AD2AP
    VIP June 2018
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    LOL you guys are cracking me up.

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  • AAK
    VIP September 2017
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    Oh also to add on most of FH family doesn't drink (recovering alcoholics) so they will probably drink coffee more so than those who do drink alcohol that night.

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  • The Trap Selena
    Master March 2016
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    I must have some weird friends/family because I've never seen coffee served at a wedding.

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  • A. L.
    Master July 2017
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    Just pay for the coffee. OMG.

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  • M
    Master June 2017
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    Exactly how much extra are they charging for coffee OP? Either provide it or don't, but please don't bring a coffee pot or Keurig to your wedding.

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  • TheBlindBride
    Devoted June 2018
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    I don't think I've necessarily seen it offered during dinner, but I always expect coffee with dessert.

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  • F
    Expert October 2017
    futuremrsbacon ·
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    I've never been to a wedding with coffee or heard of having it being common. Now I'm confused.

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  • JSull
    Master October 2017
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    Coffee is a part of cake service through my caterer. My parents would be pissed if there was no coffee.

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  • Katie
    Devoted November 2017
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    I've never seen coffee at a wedding before either, and I've been to weddings up north and down south. But then again, I've also been to dry weddings (and had fun) so clearly I'm not with the right people.

    For the record, I'm not planning on doing coffee either. Beer and wine, yes, and a few other drinks too, but not coffee.

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  • The Trap Selena
    Master March 2016
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    @FB lol nope! When I was looking at venues before we scrapped the big wedding, coffee and tea weren't included.

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  • Anne
    Master April 2017
    Anne ·
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    Pay for the coffee. That's a standard thing to have after dinner/with dessert. Do not have a coffee pot or Keurig.

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  • Nicole
    Super September 2017
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    Coffee is pretty standard at any event. I wonder why it would be so costly? Personally I'd pay for it. Luckily our venue includes it in a "beverage service" fee but if they didn't I definitely be asking about it!

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  • JoRocka
    Master September 2016
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    Ryan&Jess- how many weddings have you been to?

    Every single catered event- wedding or none that I've attended has coffee at the end with dessert.

    Coffee + Dessert are mandatory. I get salty as hell when I drink- have dinner- then dessert and there is no coffee.

    Coffee is fucking dirty cheap. just pay for it. its' worth it for the few stabby coffee drinkers who need it/want it.

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  • That'll Be Mrs Small 2 U
    Super April 2017
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    @cutenickname why couldnt the same people (caterers) who will be "checking" on the self serve coffee do the same thing with the keurig and "check" to make sure no water is needed?

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  • That'll Be Mrs Small 2 U
    Super April 2017
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    OH lord,,,,, ok nevermind......forget the kuerig idea....people jump down other peoples throats if you say even ONE thing that they don't agree with. There are probably tens of thousands of people on these forums....EVERY ONE WILL NOT AGREE...and thats ok but why say snickery comments? Whats the point. Most people don't even get a long with every single person they are related to....why does this come as a shock that people on here dont agree on everything?? OP, get what YOU want as it is YOUR wedding. None of us are forking up money to help you pay for that so it's easier said than done to just "pay for it".

    That's my opinion. and YES, it's ok for anyone here to disagree. Smiley smile We all have opinions, hence why we are all individuals.

    Good day beautiful brides and wives!

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  • StPaulGal
    Master July 2017
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    Just pay for it. It can't be *that* expensive. I've never been to a wedding that didn't offer coffee. It is a standard and expected part of dinner service.

    Our caterer provides coffee, but we chose to upgrade to a station with espresso drinks and pour-over. Who doesn't love a good cup of coffee?

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  • TheBlindBride
    Devoted June 2018
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    #MeetTheSmalls, if it's OK for people to disagree, why are you complaining about it?

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  • Celia Milton
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    Meet, you can't have a party of any more than 10 people who WILL be ready for coffee at the same time get up and try to use a Keuring to make a cup of coffee. It's not a matter of 'agreeing'; it's a matter of suggesting unworkable ideas.

    Every event ends with dessert and coffee. Geez.

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