The wedding practice evening meal is the time for the bridal party and parents of the bride and groom to come together for a "last supper" of sorts. practice dinners can range from very informal to formal. Themed practice dinners are becoming increasingly favorite as well. If you are having a destination wedding, chances are your evening meal well take place at the location. If you are having an indoor beach themed wedding, a matching practice evening meal is a fun way to get your bridal party excited about the actual wedding itself. H ere are just a few ideas for your evening meal party.
Have it on the Beach: Yes, this is a very literal interpretation of the the theme. This will likely work best if you are having a destination or beach front wedding. If it is at all possible, request to have the guests served evening meal on the sands. You can set up one long family style table and surround it with tiki lamps, faux seaweed and hollowed out coconuts. The food can also be plated family style. Go all out with a live steel drum band and bonfire (check to make sure this is allowed)
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Serve "Tropical" Meals: If an ocean side evening meal isn't possible, then give your guests the "taste" of the tropics! You can start with platters of tropical fruit on island themed decorated tables. Mangoes, papaya and pineapples are tasty treats that most citizen like. For appetizers have coconut fried shrimp or pineapple glazed ham topped with cheese. As an entree, spice it up with jerk chicken or beef served with a spicy mango chutney.
Backyard Luau: Hawaiian luaus are always a fun time. From the hula dancers, fire and drums to the roasting pig - if you have yet to palpate one, you're truly missing out! It doesn't take much to recreate a luau in your backyard. Use tiki lamps and old Christmas lights to set the ambiance and strategically place surfboards or wake-boards for photo props. You can also have cute petite grass skirts for the ladies and Hawaiian shirts for the men. Oh, and don't forget the leis of course! Mixed drinks like pina coladas and daiquiris paired with roasted pork will be the icing on the cake.
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These are just a few ideas that you can incorporate into your beach theme wedding practice dinner. For more tips and advice, be sure to visit my website today!
