How to Have a Pot Luck Wedding
It is not set in stone that you have to make a substantial investment to get married. Why not save your money for other things you will want in your married life like a vacation, home or car? Here are some ways you can have a pot luck wedding.
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- Moderately Easy
Instructions
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Find a friend, family member or associate that can either make a wedding cake for you, or knows someone who can donate it as a business promotion, or make it for a very low cost. If you cannot, consider a homemade, less formal wedding cake to top off your pot luck celebration.
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Pick a location for your wedding or reception that will be conducive to pot luck meals. Some ideas would be church halls, small taverns, conference rooms or parks. If you decide on a park, obtain permits needed for alcohol and make sure the hours are what you need for your wedding. You will also want a place that has electricity, a shelter, refrigerator and possibly a fireplace, pool or other amenities.
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Keep the food safe. Bring lots of coolers, ice and keep it out of the sun. When serving, keep it covered by towels, plastic wrap or covers. Keep hot dishes and veggies hot by placing in a slow cooker or nesco roaster. If you cannot do this, encourage others to bring cold salads, meats, side dishes and hors d'oeuvres.
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Specify on your wedding invitations that you are having a pot luck dinner, and what you would like guests to bring, if anything. You can split this up alphabetically, or let people tell you in their reply card or leave it up to the guests and chance what you will have. You can also have a cookout or supply the meat and let everyone else bring the rest of the food. Invite guests to show off their best dishes and even include recipe cards. Do not forget to include beverages.
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Keep it casual. Since it is potluck, allow people to dress comfortably and offer games if it is in an outdoor setting. You could also hold the gift opening while the pot luck is going on.
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Tips & Warnings
Make sure you have a good supply of paper plates, napkins, cups, and silverware.
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Comments
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MariM
Jan 28, 2009
Great ideas, i would like to do this.5* -
MariM
Jan 28, 2009
Great ideas, i would like to do this.5*
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Bobbi Holmes
Dec 29, 2009
My son and daughter-in-law did cupcakes instead of an expensive wedding cake, and everyone loved it! Good ideas. Thanks!
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Bobbi Holmes
Dec 29, 2009
My son and daughter-in-law did cupcakes instead of an expensive wedding cake, and everyone loved it! Good ideas. Thanks!
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motherNN
Oct 26, 2008
This used to be done all the time, maybe with the economy the way it is now, it's an idea that needs to return!!!5*
