Creative wedding menus
The wedding menu lets guests know what they will be eating for their meal during the reception. It’s not necessary but a nice way of informing guests what to expect and preparing them for a delicious feast. Like everything else the menu should coordinate with the theme and colors of the wedding. It’s another element of style that you can use to further set the scene and make things flow together. These are some creative ideas on how to present your menu so you can add your special touch or twist to even the simplest of details.
Circular on the plate
Have the menus printed on circular cardstock or cut it out so it fits perfectly in the center of the charger plate or dinner plate. That way the menu can be set down on the plate and look like it was embedded in the place setting. You can have these professionally printed or print and cut these yourself. Be sure to measure the diameter of the plate’s interior where the menu will sit to ensure your plan will work.
Newspaper announcement
Design a mock newspaper page with the headline and article having to do with the menu. You can include creative guest quotes about how delicious the dishes are, what famous chef created them and so on. This works well for a casual or themed wedding.
Traditional menu style
Leave a traditional menu on the plate. This can be enclosed in a nice leather bound case or printed on heavy cardstock and folded or other some other variation of a traditional menu.
Chalkboard
For a casual outdoor reception a fun idea is to write the menu on a large chalkboard near the entrance (preferably where guests sign in or leave presents). This is easy to do, inexpensive and create a relaxed, local café feel to your reception.
Framed
Do double duty and place the menu in a picture frame. The frame can serve as the favor as well so you knock two birds out with one stone.
Recipe books
Make recipe books. Include the recipes for the dishes that will be served. This gives guests a clear idea of what they’ll be eating and are fun favor ideas. It’s unique, easy to put together and can be done for any kind of reception style.
Fortune teller finger game
Keep your guests entertained with a fortune teller finger game menu. Poke your fingers in this and play with the flaps to discover what you’re eating. It makes the menu into a game and will be a hit for a youthful or crazy crowd.