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Print now| Some questions to ask your caterers: | Comments |
| Are any special packages available? | |
| Are they able to work creatively within your budget? | |
| A copy of example of actual menus | |
| What are the price ranges of the menus? | |
| Can I sample some food? | |
| Do you provide wedding cakes? | |
| Can I provide my own table decorations? | |
| If a buffet is offered is it a finger, fork or assisted buffet? | |
| How is the food served? | |
| Can we supply our own wine, champagne etc? | |
| If so, is there a charge for corkage? | |
| Can you cater for any special dietary requirements? | |
| Do you supply crockery, cutlery and glasses? | |
| Do you supply tables, chairs and linen? | |
| What is the price of wine and champagne? | |
| Are serving staff included in the cost? | |
| How many other bookings do they have for the same date? | |
| When is the final guest count due? | |
| How far in advance are bookings required? | |
| When is the deposit due? | |
| How soon after the event is the balance due? | |
| Is VAT being included in quotes? | |
| Confirm dates, times and details with a written contract. Should include breakdown of food, drinks, corkage, staff, delivery, travel expenses, equipment hire and service charges. |