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Setting a Menu for Your Wedding, Champagne, Food, Wedding Cake

You've set a budget, made your guest list, and found a great ceremony and reception site, but you aren't sure what to serve? Here is an easy step by step guide to setting a menu, along with advice on champagne and wine, and of course, the grand finale, WEDDING CAKE.
What Type of Wedding Reception is Right For You?
When envisioning your wedding reception, do you see the beauty of early morning light dancing through the trees or an all night, all-out party? There are so many different types of wedding receptions, there's going to be one right for your style, AND your budget. Here are the pros and cons of a variety of styles, including a traditional sit-down dinner, an inexpensive champagne and cake reception, and new twists.
Wedding Reception Timeline
A guide to what happens during a wedding reception, including a full timeline.
Finding a Wedding Caterer - Questions to ask to ensure you've found the right wedding caterer
One of the most important wedding decisions you'll make is what kind of food to have. So finding the perfect wedding caterer is a big deal. Here are how to find potential caterers, and what questions to ask to make sure they're the caterer for you.
How to Set a Wedding Menu
Setting your wedding menu is a relatively easy affair, but can be daunting to the novice who has never planned a catered event before. Here's an easy step-by-step guide to setting a wedding menu- including budget-saving tips and unique ideas.
Top 10 Inexpensive Champagnes and Wines -- Champagne and Sparkling Wine for Less Than $20
Looking for a great champagne or sparkling wine for your wedding, but don't want to spend a fortune? Here are my top ten picks for inexpensive champagnes.
Signature Wedding Cocktails - Fun Drinks For Your Wedding Reception
For brides on a budget, a signature wedding cocktail can be a great way to go. At your wedding reception, rather than having an open bar, serve your guests beer and wine, champagne for the toast, and then one special cocktail. Here are a few suggestions.
Champagne and Wine
Need to find a great champagne or wine to serve? Here are the basics - How much to order, pairing wine and food, the most popular wines and champagnes and more.

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