Culinary & Libation Wedding Trends in 2015 A feast for the senses Culinary trends: Farm to Table is Holding Strong

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1 Culinary & Libation Wedding Trends in 2015 Top Philadelphia Caterers and YWE Philadelphia Sponsor, Feastivities Events will be showing their talents at #YWEphilly on September 13th at the Philadelphia Convention Center. Until then, take a page from their book on how to perfect the latest culinary & libation wedding trends in Each and every wedding season we are delighted to take note of new trends emerging in the culinary and libation fields and we d like to think that we are part of the vanguard. Wedding trends emerge, peak and fade away over time, and while certain aspects of your reception are timeless and classic, it is possible to have a lot of fun with your menu and drinks selection, and to make sure that your celebration speaks volumes about you and your partner. Use this handy guide to add a contemporary splash to your event, or alter and change these elements to make sure that you are on the cutting edge of wedding trends. A feast for the senses Culinary trends: Farm to Table is Holding Strong Fresh, wholesome ingredients direct from a local farm food doesn t get much tastier or better than that. Over the past five years, the farm to table concept has held strong, and brides should be gleeful to take advantage of local farmers producing the finest in produce, grains, meat and fowl.

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3 {Photo Credit: Kevin York Feastivities} To Vegan or Not to Vegan? Vegetarian guests have long been an afterthought of the bride and groom caterers often provided a token veggie option. Not anymore happy couples, both vegan and omnivorous, are increasingly opting for the freshness, color and diversity that a fully vegan menu can provide.

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5 {Photo Credit: Meryl Snow Feastivities} Eat Your Greens On the vegetable note, many brides are saying no way to a wan pile of green beans or a veggie sauté in favor of vibrant, robust and colorful options such as kale, chard and root vegetables.

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7 {Photo Credit: Joe Pulcinella Feastivities} Don t Lose That Belly! Pork belly is a huge trend in the culinary world, and this flavorful, sumptuously fatty cut is a huge hit amongst brides this season. Prepared in a French style with white wine and thyme, or with a sticky, anise flavored Chinese marinade, pork belly s crispy skin is ambrosia for meat eaters. {Photo Credit: Joe Pulcinella Feastivities} Don t Be a Chicken? Long gone is the boring wedding buffet staple, Chicken is back with a vengeance but say goodbye to a simple grilled or sautéed preparation. Chicken served in various styles such as sous vide, covered in crackling, a roulade stuffed with black pudding or shredded a la pulled pork are all increasing in popularity and deliciousness. Bacon No Longer Reigning Supreme The early part of the 21st century will long be remembered for its voracious bacon mania. While we can t deny that bacon is delicious, you re less likely to see bacon aioli dipped bacon bombs covered in a bacon reduction this season. Where There s Smoke. Bacon may be on the way out, but other smoked foods are on the way in. Whether a lightly smoked ling cod served with clams and a smoked dashi broth, or a tea smoked duck breast, unique and interesting methods of smoking meat, fish and vegetables are on the rise.

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9 {Photo Credit: Kevin York Feastivities} Lentils and Peas Galore It s important to remember that you are not limited to potatoes, polenta and pasta to give your guests a carb side. Lentils of all types can be prepared in sophisticated and delicious ways that will give diners a boost of protein and keep their bellies fuller for longer without a carb crash. Keep it Cheesy A deluxe cheese platter in lieu of or in addition to dessert is an option that is escaping the bounds of the traditional Italian wedding. Offering locally produced yet exotic cheese varieties will keep your guests taste buds singing and their expectations surpassed. {Photo Credit: Meryl Snow Feastivities} A Tipsy Delight Trends in Libations Champagne Fountains With a Twist The very term champagne fountain may conjure up a hideously tacky affair circa 1980s Dynasty, but modern couples are updating this classic by utilizing stunning stonework fountains custom made or purchased to be used as a champagne fountain. Unique, unexpected and certainly a conversation piece.

10 {Photo Credit: Meryl Snow Feastivities} Craft Beer Mania Culinary aficionados are no longer content to sip a simple lager from a mass produced brewery say goodbye to that Bud Light! Hip couples are choosing fruity wheat beer, hoppy IPAs, chocolaty porters and crisp pilsners crafted by small, local breweries.

11 Bespoke Libations A signature drink inspired by your personality or recent travels is a delightful way to have a cocktail while maintaining your wedding theme. Couples are increasingly organizing tailored cocktail stations around their receptions so that guests can take a journey of flavors and colors throughout the evening.

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