How to Create a Candy Buffet for Your Wedding Reception

Candy buffets are great for a wedding reception.

Candy buffet tables create a whimsical centerpiece as well as a customizable favor for your wedding guests. Before you start to make a candy buffet, think about the theme of your wedding. The candy buffet should match the color scheme of the bridal party. Another option is to create a seasonal buffet using candies that correlate with the season the wedding is in. Also consider the number of guests you will have. Celebration Ideas Online suggests buying a 1/2 pound of candy per guest.

Things You'll Need

• Assorted candies
• Clear jars, bowls
• Baskets
• Napkins
• Scoops
• Tongs
• Small favor bags or boxes
• Table cloth
• Name tags

Instructions

1. Purchase the candy you want to have. Keep in mind the theme and number of guests. Choose an assortment of types of candy. Try to include the bride and groom's favorite candies as well.

2. Fill various size jars, bowls, baskets or other type of creative container with the candies. The candy should be visible through each container.

3. Arrange the containers on the buffet table. Create depth by staggering different size containers. Use a book or other support to raise the containers in the back.

4. Add the scoop, spoon or tongs to each container.

5. Label a place card in front of each jar with the candy's name.

6. Set up the favor bags or boxes at the end of the table.

Tips & Warnings

• Consider having extra bags of candy aside to fill up the buffet. It might be more popular than you think!

• Having someone help manage the buffet will ensure everyone gets to take some home

• Save a bag for yourself as a memento!

• Order candy well in advance, especially if you want personalised candy

• Look online at photos of candy bars / buffets to get display ideas

• Retro candy can be a great hit and spark conversation and excitement among your guests!

• Be aware of nut allergies when ordering candy and consider your guests

References

• Celebration Ideas Online: Add a Candy Buffet to Your Wedding Reception
• Slice of Sweetness: How to Create a Wedding Candy Buffet

Resources

• Read this Article in Spanish