These can be samplers of specialty foods, such as blueberry preserves from Maine, Vermont Maple Syrup or more complex arrangements such as smoke salmon samplers if your wedding is in the Northwest. You also should highlight local food if possible in the food you offer during the cocktail party.
Foods offered at the party should be tailored to set a particular theme. Barbeque is always popular in the south, while lobster tail and clams always are a hit in New England. By featuring local food prepared by local restaurateurs, you will build immense good will; in fact, you should use local talent at your wedding as much as possible.
The local theme can be emphasized with the cocktail choices you offer as well. If you live in wine country, having a local vineyard wine sampling is always a hit. Most vineyards also offer samplers of their wine that you can give guests as they move onto the reception. One wedding in Tennessee featured samples of Jack Daniels Whiskey for any guest that wanted one.
Most of all, your cocktail party should be a time to relax and unwind. Make sure that you plan at least a few minutes to make a very brief appearance or to allow your wedding party to mingle. Also, provide plenty of food to keep your guests happy and non alcoholic choices.
By planning your Cocktail Theme Wedding Party carefully, you can use the party as a “bridge” between the wedding and the reception. Best of all, you give your guests something to do besides waiting for you and you provide a great opportunity for both sides of the new union to get to know each other.
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