There are two accepted ways to feed the guests of your reception in Warren, MI; sit-down or buffet and not all the time is the choice one of preference. One must consider the event setting and who the attendees are, remember that presentation plays a big part in how your guests view the way the meal was served. Before you decode which way is better, you should consider all the angles.
A few basic rules:
The more formal the event is, the more formal the serving of the meal will be, this is a standing rule. If you expect the guests to arrive dressed in suits and ties and the ladies in evening wear then it can be expected that a sit-down dinner will be served. If there are any exceptions to this it might be a wedding reception as the guests tend to dress regardless of the receptions formality.
The other primary consideration is the size of the guest list, the rule is rather simple; the larger the number of guests the more difficult it is to have a buffet meal. A reception in Warren, MI which is a double sided buffet line can, on average, serve 100 guests in half an hour. For every 100 guests there will need to be a serving line which can eventually eat up much of the space in the room.
Advantages of a sit down meal:
Most people would prefer to be served their meal rather than stand in line for it. When the meals are plated and delivered to the table, the guests are given more time to chat and the serving time is consistent for all the guests. There is no waiting time and your guests to do not have to navigate the room carrying plates of food.
Advantages of buffets:
A buffet is a better choice if the host wishes to serve two or more entrees. If there is doubt to whether the guests will prefer beef, chicken or fish, then with a buffet all three can be made available. A buffet is a popular way to serve at luncheons and parties as well as many corporate events.
A buffet allows the host to offer a “dinner by the bite” experience. Many small dishes of various foods can be placed out and the guests can take tastings rather than a full meal. This can be fun as the guests can pick and choose while standing and chatting with others.
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