FOOD & DRINK
A FRESH GRAZE FOR SUMMER DAYS
WE SPEAK TO AWARD-WINNING CATERING EXPERTS TOUCHAYS ABOUT WHY A GRAZING BOARD MAKES A SUPERB CHOICE FOR A SUMMER WEDDING
WHY ARE GRAZING BOARDS A GOOD IDEA FOR A SUMMER WEDDING ? We love grazing boards as our couples ’ guests love this family-style food presentation . Honestly , they go crazy for them ! Grazing boards often combine the best cheeses , charcuterie , vegan options , delicious dips , a selection of nuts , crackers … as a result , they look amazing .
At Touchays we create amazing grazing style sharing platters served at your table to your guests that also can include delicious hot slow cooked pulled pork or a tasty Peri Peri chicken with a spicy chipotle sauce all served with warming accompaniments .
The display of food creates a real sense of occasion ; they are a great solution for a small or large gathering , enabling guests to pick and choose what they want to eat and in what quantity , too .
WHAT TYPES OF GRAZING OPTIONS WORK WELL FOR WEDDINGS ? There are no hard and fast rules when it comes to grazing tables . If your guests have a particular love of food or a dietary requirement , they can be created to really impress and wow your guests , while also considering their dietary needs . Grazing boards tend to be really colourful and incorporate bountiful displays of fresh food . We love getting creative when we put together these one-off feasts - giant charcuterie boards are totally stunning and photograph beautifully . However , props can be incorporated to add height , like wooden slices , boards and wine barrels for a more rustic vibe .
HAVE YOU SEEN ANY UNUSUAL OR INTERESTING TRENDS FOR GRAZING BOARDS EMERGING ? We love when couples not only include a grazing board for the evening , but if it is a two or three day celebration then what could be better than a beautiful grazing table for breakfast that includes croissants , Danish pastries , fruit , yoghurt and honey dips ?
WHAT ARE YOUR TOP PICKS FOR DRINKS TO SERVE ALONGSIDE A GRAZING BOARD ? We love a Simpson ’ s Railway Hill Rose to compliment the perfect grazing platter at a wedding or special event .
HOW DOES THE COST OF A GRAZING BOARD COMPARE TO A MORE FORMAL FOOD OPTION ? With so many elements in a grazing board , choosing to include one isn ’ t about the price . It ’ s about your food looking epic and really creative . This is a really ‘ wow ’ way to present food that everyone loves , all you have to do is choose an amazing location at your wedding venue and we do the rest !
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