Yes, you can create an unforgettable reception by using Windsor/Essex County’s enviable list of wedding professionals; event planners, caterers, florists, venues, bakers and musicians. They will assist you and help you make your reception a warm and wonderful reflection of both of you, as a couple.
For a memorable event, a good menu is a given! You may want to use the latest trends, but take the advice of caterers by being true to your style and do what is comfortable for you and your guests.
Food stations are replacing the traditional dessert menu with specialty items like crepes, gelato, ice cream, specialty coffee, pastry/sweets, martini bars and more. Customized service makes the meal fun and makes a statement.

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Why not consider serving up whipped potatoes in a martini glass and finish up this “sundae-like” creation” with toppings like, gravy, cheese, cream, butter or anything else that your heart may desire. It will be a conversation piece that will be an icebreaker for your guests.
To make your reception one that your guests will find memorable, you have to pay attention to the details. Food must taste as good as it looks! Also, use the expert advice from your catering manager, who is a pro at planning all things celebratory.
By visiting the site during another reception, you will get a good feeling for the venue when it’s in use. It will give you an idea about how you may want to set it up and what potential it can deliver for the theme you may be considering.
Serving local may also be in your plans. With the abundance of tasty, locally- grown fruit and vegetables or fresh yellow perch, you can be assured that your guests taste buds will be tickled.
Whether you are having a mid-morning brunch in the backyard garden, a farm setting or a traditional affair in an elegant and historic building, a good caterer will inspire you with their ideas.
Remember to set your budget and stick to it. You will want to put your signature style on your event, while being confident that you can relax and enjoy the celebration that you spent so much time orchestrating during your engagement.