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Unless you’re planning on dedicating your cake’s soul purpose to acting as an assault weapon, like this lovely couple above, you may want to make sure you do your homework. Pick one you’re going to be thrilled with, both for consistency and “smash” factor as well as taste.

Many couples make the mistake of leaving the cake until the last minute. Thinking that they can get a great cake from any place, or completely unaware of the cost associated with type or size of cake they’d envisioned. This type of thinking generally leads to extreme disappointment on their wedding day when they’re stuck with a cake that falls short of their dreams.

 

So, if you’re looking for a large, customized, delicious cake, it’s important that you shop around, start early, remember taste test, taste test, taste test. Ask to see the bakers cake portfolio of other weddings and events to get a feel for their skill set. Most importantly be clear and up-front on what YOU want.

As a baker myself I can tell you I can only make your vision a reality if you give me all the details. We unfortunately can’t read minds so if you have an idea bring pictures and possibly even recipes. However, keep in mind that sometime peoples dreams may be larger than what the cake can support so if you’ve found a great baker listen to their suggestions, they will help you get as close as realistically possible and keep on budget.

The cake wraps the whole day up AND if you’re a traditionalist you’ll bee eating it again on your one year anniversary so make sure you and your guest love it.

If you have more questions or would like to schedule a taste testing give me a call at (845)518-6533

 

 

You can plan your day until your brain comes out your ears but it will not matter if you have the perfect venue, best photographer, the most beautiful dress and sunshine all day if the food falls short. Let’s be real, guests come to weddings for 3 things,to eat, drink and be merry. It’s important that you find the right caterer who is experienced in wedding receptions to secure happy taste buds in all your guests. We’ve all been to those wedding where we could down the minutes for that appropriate time to make an exit and hightail it to the closest McDonalds. To avoid the “McDonald” do the research first. Consider the following when trying to find the right food for your day:

 

 

1. Budget: How much is the max you can spend per guest. This is not to say you should aim to pay your max, in actuality you should do your best to look for a provider that comes in under your max this will allow for more flexibility in your food budget and adjust for changes that may be needed.

2. Know Your Must Haves: Know what type of menu you want before you price check venues and caterers. Even though weddings may be venues and caterers regularly business this fact does not mean they can give you an accurate quote if you have no idea what you want. There is a huge price difference between buffet and sit-down service. Sit-down will require additional wait staff which will directly affect cost. Service is not the only thing that will greatly affect food cost, food choice obviously affect cost as well. If you’re considering salmon and filet mignon as main course together with a full pasted appetizers expect a large quote. On the flip side if you have base idea of your “must haves” but can be flexible with the “wants” you’ll find larger wiggly room in your budget.

3. Cocktail Hour: If part of your must haves is a cocktail hour consider the type you want. Did you want passed horderves or self-serve stations? Were you thinking hot, cold, mixed? Have you estimated how many guest will show for cocktails. These are all important considerations when trying to plan your budget.

4. Desert: When considering a caterer for the big day I suggest finding one that does cakes as well. Generally you will get a better overall package deal if you go with someone who can supply dinner and dessert. Consider the amount of dessert you would like. Consider the timing of dessert and how much your guest will eat. Guests at a late night wedding are less likely to want heavy sugars and mass amounts of coffee. Talk to your caterer about what they think would be appropriate based on the time of day and season.

5. Consider Your Guests Dietary Needs: Try and pick a menu that will agree with the vast majority of the guests but always account for individuals needs. Let your caterer know if specialized dishes will need to be set aside to account for allergies, kosher practices, or any other dietary restrictions.

6. Listen to the Professional: Once you’ve considered your price range, must haves and guest needs it’s time to start looking for the right caterer. If you’ve thought carefully about the above the caterer should be able to easily assist you in planning your wedding day. Schedule tasting and shop around but in the end make sure you pick someone you are sure can deliver the perfect day. They should be knowledge, have a great reputation, and make you feel at ease. Your wedding day is the day you will remember forever make sure you entrust it to a caterer that understands that.

If you have more questions or would like to schedule a tasting give me a call at (845)-518-6533

 

Your wedding day is one of the most important days of your life, which is why you should trust The Chocolate Mousse Caterers for everything you’ll need. As your wedding caterer, we will handle every detail of your wedding reception. Only one special wedding at a time assures perfection and world class service. It is our pleasure to make your vision a reality, from intimate to extravagant, traditional to unexpected; we are dedicated to creating your ideal wedding and reception.

The Chocolate Mousse creates memories that will last a lifetime. We will be with you every step of the way, from event planning, menu design and decor to entertainment and logistics. All of our catered affairs are custom designed to meet your every want and expectation. Regardless of your needs or budget, the experienced professionals at The Chocolate Mousse will work with you to help make your wedding day dreams come true.

Our primary goal is to make your exceptional day a day like no other. Our entire team will be at your service making your wedding a pleasant, and worry-free event.

 

What you can expect…

– Unlimited Planning, Unlimited Consultation

– Creative options to prioritize your wedding budget and get the most out of each dollar

– Help organizing, prioritizing and taking care of the legwork involved in planning a wedding

– Help finding a great venue that fits your personal style and funds

– A personalized menu that is created with the highest quality ingredients, attention to detail, freshness, and flavor

– Custom wedding cakes

– Referrals to preferred partners to seamlessly complete the wedding planning process, from venues to florists, photographers and deejays – we’ll create your wedding dream team

– Wedding day coordination so you won’t have to repeat your details and preferences to various vendors

– Rental coordination for Tents and Chairs – from backyard to ballroom and everything in between; China, Glassware, and Flatware in hundreds of styles and colors; Linens, Napkins and Overlays – from the standards to one of a kind

– Staff – from captains and servers to chefs and utility workers – professionals that care that your wedding is special, memorable, and stress-free

– Customized bar service during your reception

Your wedding deserves the best planning, and The Chocolate Mousse Caterers will ensure that your wedding reception is flawless. We provide the best, most attentive, wedding planning available!

We can’t pick out your wedding dress but we can take the pressure off of planning the rest of the day. To find out how we can help you contact our in house wedding planner 845-518-6533 or at Heather@ChocolateMousseCatering.com