Lasagna add the dinner entree?

Oh wow, sorry I asked? //_< I used to be a private cook, so I know how to handle foods. My MOH's husband really only offered as a nice offer since he cooks for 300 people at a time anyway, so 50-70 was a small number for him and easy. It's not like I set that in some though. Just $35 per plate does seem really extensive to me, but I've never been anywhere where food was more than $15. I was just sharing my idea, that's all. Ideas are flexible. So far the most helpful things have been the link for Marsala's and the notion to call grocery stores/small restaurants, so thanks for those <3 But my family would consider elopement far more rude than meal issues lol And no, not expecting gifts at all. We're probably not going to register anywhere. But seriously, everyone, nice deep breath?

I don't know, @Allyson, but getting objective opinions from strangers seems to be the smart thing to do. A bunch of "yes" people (like family and friends) aren't going to call out any faux pas.

Also, just because your family never had any incidents from self-catering, doesn't mean there isn't a chance that something could go wrong in the future.

And @Seshanna, many posters gave you great advice and even caterer suggestions. A small restaurant is one of your best bets. Please also consider cutting your guest list. Remember - quality, not quantity.

Seshanna, we get that not everyone can afford a lavish wedding and we totally get that...but .....really, just a piece of lasagna and some bread? Listen if your family and friends are used to that then hey, whatever, go for it, but if they're not, do u want them to look down at their plate and say that's it? I would never show my face ever again lol

Really, Allyson. You wrote, " I think I just have a different idea for my wedding than most people on here, wasn't trying to be rude to anyone", but what precedes that statement -- each authored by you -- is this:

1. "...people on this app are so high maintenance it's ridiculous." Nothing rude in that statement, right?

2. "I'm talking about spending ridiculous amounts of money on ONE day...". Offered on a forum dedicated to wedding planning, so screw the "host your guests properly" refrain if in so doing the couple expends more than the cost of a $3.00 tray of home prepped whatever. Nothing rude there..

3. "Sorry about your luck but where I'm from this is how we do it". It isn't about luck -- it's about money, and it's about a guest list. It's about hosting your honored guests with decent menu choices that will accommodate their health issues, their palates, and their social morals.

Seshanna, feel free to ask questions! We're here to help you, and offer advice. Never fear asking questions. We may not always agree, and we may be blunt, but we truly do mean the best.

Cleveland, Texas? No problem!

Here, this place will do you two meats and two sides for $10/pp, and that includes onions, pickles, utensils, plates, bread and napkins too!

http://www.texansbbq.com/catering.html

Don't be sorry you asked for advice. You may not like the answers you got, but they're genuine. It's way better to hear it from internet strangers than to learn your nearest and dearest were unhappy and complaining behind your back.

Food and booze should be the bulk of your budget. While you will never please everyone, Having a varied menu is the best way to ensure that everyone has something they can eat even if it's not their favorite.

Everyone is always so rude on this app...well not everyone but lots of people are. They may be right but theres a nicer way to say things. Lots of people on here are against lots of things but its your life and your wedding. If you need to budget do so. However there may randomly be some people who dont like lasagna..so have one more option at least....and try to find you an affordable caterer...oan one venue i almost picked was $177 per person like wwwoooow!!! The one we chose is $77 a person so yeah $45 was extremely reasonable. Good luck with everything

If we're so rude, why continue posting? Most are not rude. They offer their advice, not sugar coated. It can be taken as rude..

i loathe the "it's your life your wedding, do what you want" comments...seriously.. Where i'm from it's frowned upon if you don't properly host your guests... Badly! We make a huge spread for holidays. complete with appetizers, main course, and several dessert options...

It's not YOUR wedding once you invite guests.. We're honest, we're not going to lie or sugar coat things. Pasta isn't always a safe option...

What you can do is make it self service but find a restaurant that does catering for a party and you can pick up the food, premade as long as you can keep hot food hot by putting it over sternos, and have ice to put the cold over.