Congratulations on your engagement! If there's one event in your life that ought to be glorious, it is your wedding. Whether you are planning an elaborate summer affair for 400 under a beautiful striped tent or an intimate celebration in your living room, every detail must reflect the importance of the day. Allow Ray's Custom Catering to orchestrate a soiree that will exceed your imagination and leave your guests speechless.

We are honored to help brides and their families plan perfect events. Our professional staff and inspired kitchen will work in concert to deliver memorable bridal luncheons, showers, anniversary parties, engagement parties, post-wedding receptions and farewell brunches. The dedicated team at Ray's Custom Catering, is intimately familiar with modern concerns for wedding etiquette and sensitive to individual styles.

RECEPTION SCHEDULE:
This is a general Reception Schedule, you will need to adapt it to your individual circumstances.

Grand Entrance (Introductions of Wedding Party, Parents, and Newlyweds)
First Dance (Bride & Groom, then Parents, then Wedding Party)
Blessing
Champagne Toast (can be now or just before the Cake-cutting)
Food Service (while the guests are eating is a good time to go table to table and thank them for coming; you can also hand out special favors at this time, and collect "money" envelopes. Don't forget to get a Bride's Bag for the envelopes, or a Wishing Well display.)
Special Dances (Father/Daughter; Mother/Son, etc.)
Cake (usually done 30 - 45 minutes after food service, unless you are using the Cake as your dessert)
Bouquet Toss Garter Toss Bride & Groom Exit (Don't change your clothes unless you absolutely have to. It is a nice fantasy to leave the reception in your Gown and Tuxedo, and to be seen entering your hotel in your Wedding attire.

 

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