Do you have a cake at an engagement party?
Should we have a cake? This is completely up to you! We’ve seen couples organise anything from a gelato cart to a dessert buffet and some not worry about this detail at all.
What do you do at a small engagement party?
Engagement Party Ideas on a Budget
- Plan a backyard engagement party.
- Host a virtual engagement party.
- Make it a surprise engagement party.
- Opt for an engagement party brunch.
- Consider a winter wonderland engagement party.
- Organize a black and white engagement party.
- Keep it casual with a picnic engagement party.
How many mini desserts do you need per person?
3-4 mini desserts
We normally recommend 3-4 mini desserts per person if your guests aren’t eating a slice of cake. As far as options go, you don’t want to overwhelm your guests with too many choices so we typically say only do 2-3 more options than the amount you are allotting each guest.
What to serve at an engagement party?
Make an interesting fruit salad with your staple grapes, apples, strawberries, papaya and pineapples, served in a cut open pineapple base, a healthy and tasty feast for the eyes! 3. Fish ‘n’ Chips. The classic fish ‘n’ chips can be a surprisingly good starter in an engagement party.
Do you serve cake at an engagement party?
While a cake is certainly traditional and expected at a wedding, it is a relatively new engagement trend and is not required for any party or other celebratory event. Still other couples may just not like cake and want to experiment with other dessert options.
What do I wear to an engagement party?
An evening engagement party will call for more formal attire: i.e., gentlemen should sport suits and a tie, and the ladies should be wearing heels. Whereas an earlier party, say a brunch or a luncheon, will definitely be more casual.
What is a sweet table at a wedding?
A: A sweetheart table is a small table set up for just the bride and groom at the wedding reception . The happy couple sits together, facing their guests, with their wedding attendants and families at tables in close proximity. The advantage is that you get to spend time together and enable your wedding party to sit with family and friends.
