There is no wedding party without food. This is a key item that is always embedded in the wedding planning process. According to research, the cost of food accounts for approximately 40% of the total expenses of the wedding. While some couples prefer buffet, others do not.

One of the biggest misconceptions is that a buffet is always cheaper than serving a plated, sit-down dinner. In fact, the costs of buffet can sometimes be comparable. Here are the pros and cons of choosing the buffet option for your wedding:

Pros:

1. Buffet style is classy, shows respect and confidence

There is something about the buffet that oozes class as guests serve themselves. None of the guests would want to appear odd.

2. There are varieties of food

There is the option of larger varieties of food. This style works best if the bride and groom are from two different ethnic groups. A few traditional dishes from each tribe can easily be added into the menu. 

Cons:

Disadvantages

1. It may be disorganised

No matter how efficient the buffet planning is, things are sure to get a bit disorganised after a while. Chances are, your guests will have to wait in line to receive their food. Of course, the more stations there are, the smaller this problem will be, but it may have many guests complaining about the food service.

2. Accessibility issues

Buffet caters to the mobile and more active kind of people. Therefore, for guests with special conditions e.g a physical handicap, the visibly impaired, very young children, etc. – a buffet cannot be hassle-free. 

3. Buffet style is less traditional

Some guests are used to the plated meal brought to you by a waiter with Stainless Steel trays. The buffet style can put the couple in the bad books of the elderly and very traditional folks. No matter how sumptuous your buffet is, there will always be slightly disguised frowns and hisses from friends or relative who dislike the food service.