a. The caterer’s sample menus and specialties. If you require, do they provide vegetarian food and is it possible to arrange for a food tasting session?

b. The staff strength they are able to provide. Also decide if the setting will be buffet stations or table service.
• Buffet stations: Guests go to manned or unmanned stations where they serve themselves or are served.
• Table service: Servers bring food to the tables; the same meal is provided to everyone.

c. If they provide floral arrangements, a floral arch for the march-in, and decoration for the reception table.

d. If they provide champagne-pouring and cake-cutting services during the reception.

e. If the caterer provides a VIP table for the wedding couple and their parents during the reception. Serving for the main table. The bride and groom shouldn’t be queuing at the food line.

f. If the caterer provides tables and tablecloth for the reception (for guests to sign-in) and/or for solemnization. Liaise with them on your desired color theme.

g. Suggested amount of food to cater is 75-85% of your actual guest list.

h. Try to negotiate a best price for your wedding and don’t be shy about it.

i. Never hire a caterer without a written contract. Read the contract carefully and thoroughly (especially the fine print) before agreeing to it.