by Vicky Ann Smith

Created on: January 27, 2008

Organizing a wedding is one of the most stressful events you can go through; finding a caterer and designing the menu are high up on the difficulty list; diets and allergies must be taken into account. A buffet is traditional for allowing guests to pick and choose what they like and you are to cater for everyone. The following is a list of finger foods ideal to add to a buffet.

CHEESE PLATE: a selection of cheeses from basic Cheddars to a few exotic choices; add crackers and olives to the side.

FRUIT: a platter of fruits makes the table look colorful and appealing and is tasty as a starter or desert.

MIXED SALADS: two or three bowls of mixed salad can be placed at intervals along the table. Two different styles will add variety; a classic Cesar salad for vegetarians and a ham or chicken salad.

SLICED VEGETABLES: a plate of sliced tomatoes, mushrooms, carrots, broccoli complement the dips you have available.

BREADS AND DIPS: a selection of different breads with dips and spreads such as hummus, pate's, cream cheese and mustards go down well.

MEATS: salami, prosciutto, cocktail sausages, sliced sausage and a selection of dried meats on a platter always runs out.

PROSCIUTTO CON MELONE: a classic Italian dish of cured thin ham with melon.

PRAWN COCKTAIL: a bowl of prawn cocktail is a traditional dish at many parties.

SMOKED SALMON: layers of smoked salmon add class to a buffet table.

STUFFED MUSHROOMS: large varieties of mushroom stuffed with feta cheese and herbs and baked, these can be eaten hot or cold.

QUICHES: perfect as finger food the flan type can have any filling you want from plain to cheese and broccoli or seafood or meat.

PRE MADE SANDWICHES AND CRACKERS: a couple of platters of pre made sandwiches and crackers are popular. Create different toppings for vegetarians and meat eaters. At least one seafood ingredient should be used.
An example for sandwiches: ham, plain cheese, cheese and pickle, cream cheese and cucumber, meat paste or crab paste, use white and whole meal bread for each filling.
Crackers: cream cheese and smoked salmon, hummus and cucumber, pate's, cheese and olives.

CAKES: desert is very important, cakes are easy to handle, try chocolate cake, Florentines and an ordinary sponge cake. Have a selection of cream and custard to complement them.

This is a very basic list for a small gathering, there are many dishes to pick from or create. Finger food can save time and costs for the wedding and everyone can enjoy a fulfilling meal

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