Any wedding is followed by a reception to socially celebrate the event. This is usually attended by family members and friends. Different types of receptions are arranged depending on the wishes of the bridal couple and their social circles of which cocktail wedding reception is one.
A cocktail wedding reception is one such type that can be cost effective when compared to traditional sit-down dinner receptions. Since there are no restrictive seating arrangements, this encourages the guests to mingle freely. The presence of the cocktail is bound to bring down the inhibitions which have to be taken into account. The need for tables, chairs and tableware are alleviated. If need be, they can be relegated to a corner of the reception venue to cater to the more traditional elderly family members. So the reception can be held at a smaller venue. The arrangement of several smaller food stations and bars prevent the formation of long queues and preventable skirmishes.
The arrangement has to start well in advance depending on the type of invitees and their average age, that are likely to grace the reception. Or a formal traditional reception is arranged for the elderly, close family members and professional superiors who are teetotalers. The children need to be entertained. The tone for a cocktail wedding reception is set in the wedding invitation itself. Inform the guests that it will be a cocktail reception, so that they will come prepared as to what to expect and that a main course meal will not be available.
Preparing a cocktail reception needs a very careful planning depending on the whims and fancies of the invitees. All the needed ingredients are to be kept ready or already mixed. Offering the guest a signature drink will herald what is to come. Serve hors d'oeuvres or appetizers. A cocktail wedding reception is less formal and the atmosphere is much more relaxed than a traditional reception with speeches, toasts etc. Never underestimate the demand for liquor and food.
Cocktail wedding reception has other essential ingredients like good music, good food, backed by continuous electric supply, water, lighting and staff in waiting. Bathrooms and toilets and changing areas have to be taken care of. In case, the area has to be demarcated it has to be clear and away from areas where other functions may go on.
Always be ready for any exigencies. Medical emergencies need to be met with caution. And transport has to be available for the invitees to be dropped back.
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