Something Old, Something New, & Something Borrowed
Multicultural weddings offer an opportunity to create harmony on the plate
July 30, 2024
Shawarma bar during a wedding by Blend Catering. Photo courtesy Sonum May
In a world where love knows no boundaries, multicultural weddings have become a beautiful celebration of diversity by merging traditions, customs, and cuisines from different corners of the globe. As caterers, navigating this rich mosaic of cultures can be both a challenge and an opportunity to showcase culinary prowess.
“This growing demand for multicultural fusion wedding menus presents an exciting opportunity for chefs to showcase their creativity and expertise in blending and complementing the many different food traditions,” says Chef Kieron Hales (Zingerman’s Cornman Farms*). “Gone are the days when a wedding menu consisted solely of traditional dishes specific to one culture or region. Now, couples are embracing the richness of culinary diversity, seeking to celebrate their love with a feast that resonates with both their heritage and their personal preferences.”
To learn more about multicultural wedding menus, read the full article at catersource.com.
Rack of lamb with dill rice, chickpeas, babaganoush, and date-Aleppo lamb jus from Blend Catering. Photo courtesy Sara Lynn Hunt-Broka