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Creative Buffet Table Ideas
Creative, original buffet table ideas are becoming increasingly popular for catered events. Buffets give guests the chance to customize their own meals, get up, and mingle at their own leisure, and eat as much or as little as they like. Though traditional buffets are still popular, candy buffets, mashed potato buffets, and multiple cuisine buffets are also becoming mainstream. And buffet creativity goes beyond the food served; it’s the way the food is served that makes it even more interesting. Does this Spark an idea?
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Candy Buffet
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Candy buffets are a very popular alternative to wedding favors. Instead of placing a favor at each place setting, a candy buffet is set up at the side of the room featuring jars and bowls of candy and treats. The candy is often chosen based on the colors and themes of the wedding or event, and colorful candy such as M&M’s, Skittles, Starburst, pixie sticks, and rock candy are displayed. The candy is served in various sizes and shapes of containers: bowls, glasses, vases, and platters with scoops for serving. Bags are provided, often with the event name and date printed on the front, so the guests can fill their bags as they leave.
Side Dish Buffet
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Buffets don’t have to feature only main courses or full meals. Another interesting way to utilize buffet tables is to allow guests to customize their own side dishes. Mashed potato buffets are a popular choice. Oversized martini glasses are filled with mashed potatoes, then toppings are offered in matching glasses. Toppings can include bacon crumbles, an assortment of cheeses, gravy, scallions, mushrooms, and any other type of topping you may enjoy. Another side dish buffet is a macaroni and cheese buffet, which is arranged similarly. Add-ins such as bacon, broccoli, mushrooms, lobster or crab, and chicken can be offered to turn the delicious side into a gourmet meal.
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Pasta Buffet
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Pasta preferences can vary drastically, which is why it is fun to allow guests to make their own pasta dishes. An assortment of spaghetti, penne, rigatoni, linguini, macaroni, and any other type of pasta can be arranged on the table, followed by various pasta sauces such as Alfredo, pesto, plain marinara, meat sauce, or cheese sauce. Include additional add-ins and toppings such as vegetables, meats, and cheeses for a spectacular Italian feast. The meal can be served in Italian-style pasta bowls and dishes, and the table can be decorated in an Italian style. Another take on this is to make a Mexican buffet, full of create-your-own tacos, burritos, nachos, enchiladas, and quesadillas.
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