Cook or Cater?

Cater it, definitely. It will be more expensive than cooking, but it will be worth it because there's so much less stress and it makes it feel more formal and special. Also, when we were planning ours, my mom said, "there's no way I'm carrying a tray of hot food in my formal dress," and I think most people would have a similar feeling, even if they were more willing to help.

Cater! It will allow you to enjoy and relax. Also with covid and stuff it would be better to have professional food services. My SO has a real problem eating other people home cooking. Some people may just feel more at ease with professional food services.

View Quoted Comment I agree and funny you mention this, mine had a concern with any other cooking due to covid, restaurants included. But we have a few solid places we've eaten at plenty of times and I think I'm getting him to come around.

I agree with the previous comments - get it catered! It'll be one less thing that you'd have to worry about that day. I think the less stress, the better!

View Quoted Comment Thank you!

View Quoted Comment Thank you!

Cater or take out.


Or you could do an easy set up like brunch trays and fruit trays at the grocery / nice breakfast place.

Cater. It’s not about can or can’t it’s about giving yourself the best experience on your wedding day. Eliminate anything you can to reduce stress— ie don’t take on preparing a big meal. Pamper yourself! Let yourself relax and enjoy the day and be able to really be present instead of worrying about food prep. You’re going to be busy on your wedding day...getting married !

Cater 100%! Most people do not have time or expertise to cook for a large crowd. On your wedding day, the last thing you need is to cook your own food. Also, any family/friends who are working, be it cooking or anything else, will not be able to enjoy a minute of your wedding as a guest. If cost is a concern, call up your favorite restaurant. Nearly all of them cater for a fraction of the price of a wedding caterer with better and more food. Your friends and family get to relax and enjoy themselves.

I would rather cater to just take less stress and time from myself

I like the catering idea! You can cater from local places : chic-fila breakfast, dunkin doughnuts, pastries n muffins from grocery store, or even see what a local diner could do!