Wedding Catering

Wedding catering – haven’t we seen it all? It seems like it but as a wedding catering industry evolves, so do wedding catering trends that come with it.
From traditional canapés to food trucks, here are some of the latest wedding catering trends in the United Kingdom for upcoming 2024 that will leave your guests talking long after the event. You can expect to see interactive food stations, globally inspired flavors, and creative dessert displays that cater to diverse tastes and dietary preferences.

Grazing Table

Have you already seen 727 of them at your feed? They are literally everywhere and it’s going to stay like that for a while and here are few reasons why. Firstly, possibilities with grazing tables are endless, whether you want artisan cheese, mouthwatering charcuterie, colorful brunch or dessert grazing your guests will have a variety of choices so everyone will find something they love and/or want to try. Grazing tables look very impressive and are extremely cost effective. Your can feed a crowd on a budget without breaking the bank.
Another reason grazing tables are a wedding catering trend is the timing. We’re getting back together and gathering in a way we weren’t able to during the pandemic. It makes people appreciate even more.

Finger Foods / Canapés Buffet

Canapés/finger foods are classic parts of any wedding menu are let’s be clear about it – they are far from being outdated. In fact, they are more popular than ever. Wedding canapés are getting a makeover in 2024, with an emphasis on creative catering.
They are perfect for keeping your guests happy during the wedding reception, and can be served in a creative ways to add a touch of fun and excitement to the occasion.
There are plenty of things you can include – check out the canapés menu for inspiration.
No guest will be disappointed to see a canapés buffet at your wedding!

Locally sourced ingredients

With huge focus on sustainability and ethical sourcing over the last few years many couples are opting for locally sourced ingredients for their wedding menu. Same with quality catering companies. They use only locally sourced ingredients, wherever possible. Locally sourced ingredients, seasonal produce at its peak, and organic options are all part of the trend. This not only supports local businesses and farmers but also ensures that the food is fresh and of high quality. Some popular locally sourced ingredients include farm-to-table vegetables, fish, artisan British cheeses, English sparkling wine and locally raised meats.

Dessert Stations

Wedding cake is no longer the only star of the show. Many couples choose to supplement their wedding cake with a selection of scrumptious desserts. Those displays are not only visually appealing but also offer a wide range of flavors to satisfy everyone. Dessert displays will look great in your wedding snaps and they are guaranteed guest plaser too.

Street Food

One of the bast ways to make your wedding day unique is to be intentional with your menu choices. The food you serve at your ceremony can tell a story about your relationship.
If you’ve spend 10 minutes scrolling down the Instagram recently, you couldn’t have missed the abundance of couples opting for food truck catering at their wedding.
Some popular option include pizza, mini sliders, tacos, fish n chip cones, gyros wraps. Sky is the limit here. Food trucks are a great way to create a unique and memorable dining experience for your guests, as well as creating a more informal atmosphere perfect for socialising.

At ArtFoodKitchen we offer wedding catering that focuses on global flavors, sustainability and creativity.
To start your wedding catering planning, or to find out more about our bespoke menus, why not drop us a line today.
We absolutely love creating unique displays for our wedding couples.