Choosing the Best Catering Hall/Reception Site for You
Congratulations! You’ve recently embarked on the wonderful journey of planning your wedding. First stop: finding the catering hall on Long Island that will best fit you and your entire wedding celebration. There are several amazing locations on Long Island to choose from, but there are a few details to consider when deciding on a location for your wedding.
The best leads you can get for recommendations on catering halls come from word of mouth. Ask your friends and family that recently planned a wedding, or attended one, for their opinions on the venues they have been to. Once you have received some ideas, do your research and make sure that the Long Island reception sites would fit the style that you envision for your wedding. Also take into consideration the services that will be needed, the number of guests you are thinking of having, and how far those guests will have to travel.
Once all of the above have been thought over, it is time to schedule a consultation at the Long Island catering halls you are interested in. Inquire about tastings, including appetizers, entrees, and desserts, so that you will be able to get a better idea of what will be served to your guests. If possible, try to visit the venues at the time of day that your reception will take place, in order to gain a better idea of the ambiance for your wedding.
Another great tip for couples going on a consultation is to ask all the important questions that will help you decide which hall is best for you. Inquire about pricing packages and what is included in those packages. Make sure there is a bridal suite for the bride and bridesmaids to freshen up. Don’t forget to ask about the cake! Some catering halls provide a cake in the package and some will allow or require you to have your own brought in. The most important question to ask is “How many other weddings will be taking place at the same time as mine?” You want the directors of the reception site to be solely focused on your wedding, not three other at the same time as yours.