As the most important day of your life approaches, doubts will constantly assail you. A wedding is an exceptional event. And to ensure it leaves a lasting impression, it must be prepared thoroughly and with tiempo all that such a celebration signifies.
We recommend that you create a schedule of preparations based on the tiempo that you have until the wedding day, because that way it will be much easier to keep track of what needs to be done, when, how, and where, and what you've already done. We really like the calendar created by Karen Rodríguez, the founder of Bodas Deluxe (@Bodasdeluxe) on bodas.net, which you can see at this link: http://www.bodas.net/articulos/el-calendario-de-la-boda–c810For our part, we've put together a list of ten things to keep in mind so you don't overlook anything. Many things can go wrong, but the risk is minimized if nothing is left to chance. And above all: even if you have a clear idea of what you want, it's always best to seek advice.
Choose the date
If you've already started planning your wedding, you've probably realized that choosing the date and the church or courthouse you want is more difficult than you thought. The best thing to do is choose it well in advance. tiempo Book in advance. Whether the ceremony is civil or religious, you will need to agree with the court or the priest on which of your desired dates are available.
Consider the space where the ceremony will take place when choosing your floral arrangements. We recommend a natural decor. We love the one @misscavalier suggests in Confesiones de una Boda (Wedding Confessions). It creates a sophisticated atmosphere without much fuss: white, ivory, and sand tones for the flowers and candles, and the deep green of the laurel on the pews, add warmth to the rustic ambiance of this chapel with its thick, stuccoed walls. You can check out this link for inspiration: http://confesionesdeunaboda.com/2014/11/una-ceremonia-con-mil-velas.
The venue for the catering event
The venue for your wedding reception should also be one of the first things you choose. Your choice will depend on your budget, proximity to the ceremony location, where most of your guests are coming from, and other factors.
The space will need to be reserved once you have finalized the date of the ceremony.
As you know, Alfonso Catering has exclusive venues for catering in the provinces of Seville and Cádiz. We offer a range of spaces to suit the type of wedding you have in mind. Outdoors, rustic, sophisticated, minimalist, traditional… Check out Querida Valentina's blog (@QeridaValentina) http://www.queridavalentina.com/BLOG/2014/03/la-boda-de-emma/ You can see how spectacular Emma's wedding celebration was. She chose the Casa de Pilatos in Seville for her wedding, one of the exclusive venues we offer at Alfonso Catering. You can find this and other venues on our website, in the "Exclusives" section. http://www.alfonsocatering.es/
Type of wedding
Whether you envision a classic, relaxed, rustic, or bohemian wedding, the decision should be clear. The wedding style will dictate the choice of venue, the time of year, the décor, the menu, and even the attire for the bride, groom, and guests. Alfonso Catering also takes care of advising you on the décor of your chosen venue, always ensuring a carefully curated selection that reflects your wishes.
If you're still at that crucial stage of gathering ideas before finalizing details of your celebration, we suggest you visit the @nicechicstyle blog, especially if you consider yourselves a couple who are both unconventional and stylish. The Nice and Chic blog offers unique decorating ideas that break the mold, adding a genuine touch to the wedding and the couple, while always maintaining a hint of rustic and bohemian charm. If this sounds like your style, add the link to your idea book and inspiration folder. http://www.niceandchic.com/tag/boda-bohemia/
The guests
Choose how many guests you want: an intimate wedding with only your closest family and friends, or a large celebration where you can bring together everyone you want to share your union with. We recommend confirming your guest list as soon as possible. This is essential for planning your table arrangements. And two weeks before the celebration, you should have your seating plan finalized.
Sympathies, how do we set up the tables?
Think carefully about where each guest will sit, because that can partly determine the atmosphere of the celebration: try to respect the relationships between your guests and have friends from the same group sit together, close family members together, young people with those they can talk to the most… Although, honestly, we think that the heart of the party is always the bride and groom.
If you have any doubts when preparing the protocol for the presidential tables, we encourage you to consult this post on our blog, where you will find all the key information: http://www.alfonsocatering.es/article/134-catering-protocolo-bodas-presidencias-sevilla-jerez-montaje-de-mesas/37
A little tip: Once you arrive at the venue, enjoy everything. We're behind the scenes working to make that special day one of the best of your life.
The menu
A dream location, exquisite decor, a splendid day, and impeccable organization. Now, let's talk about the menu! The food your guests will enjoy must live up to expectations and do justice to the extensive work involved in organizing a wedding. That's why at Alfonso Catering, we offer a menu tasting. Depending on the time of year you're celebrating your wedding, we'll recommend certain dishes. It's also important to include some of our chef's latest creations in the menu tasting. Choose three starters, three main courses, and three desserts to give your guests options. On our website (http://www.alfonsocatering.es/gastronomiaYou can take a look at the menu to whet your appetite, and jot down anything that catches your eye. But the offerings don't end there, and our chef will always have something to surprise you off the menu.
Possible allergies and intolerances: be careful!
Once the guest list is finalized, you'll need to find out if any of the attendees have any significant food intolerances or allergies. Our catering service will prepare special menus for them, but you must let us know who they are and where they are seated to avoid any issues.
The drinks, the perfect ending to an outstanding menu
The drinks list is usually more or less the same at all weddings. But the wine requires special attention. You have to take advantage of the wide variety of wines available to find the perfect match for the menu. A good red wine for the main course meats or a white wine if you choose fish. A sparkling wine or sherry for the appetizers or a sweet wine for the desserts. You'll have an extensive wine list to choose from, depending on your preferences, the type of menu, your budget, and the tastes of your guests.
One week before the wedding
Now you'll just need to finalize the details if you've done the groundwork. The tables should already be booked, the menu finalized, and the venue confirmed. It's time to pick up the flowers, the bride's dress, and the groom's suit. Make sure nothing has been left undone.
Enjoy yourselves like never before!
Focus on enjoying the work you've done so that this day becomes what it's meant to be: a unique and special day where you can enjoy the company of your loved ones and celebrate your union. Let yourselves go, savor the details, the surroundings, the food, the laughter, the advice… All these little touches will create the perfect backdrop for one of those truly special days that we all cherish in our memories.