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Wedding Reception: Menu Ideas

Can't decide what to serve? Try these sample menus for four types of receptions

Wedding Reception: Menu Ideas
Debra McClinton
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Wedding Reception: Cocktail Party Menu Ideas

  • Grilled Coriander Giant Prawns with a Chili-Lime Sauce
  • Rosemary-Roasted Baby Lamb Chops with Apricot-Mint Salsa
  • Chicken Satays with a Tangy Peanut Sauce
  • Bite-Size Chicken Fajitas with Avocado Salsa
  • Three Onion, Feta, and Sun-Dried Tomato Tartlets
  • Mini Lobster Rolls on Toasted Brioche
  • Sauteed Softshell Crabs with a Spicy Remoulade
  • Miso-Glazed Cod with Asian Pesto
  • Authentic Dim Sum: crystal shrimp, sweet rice, spinach and shiitake mushroom
  • Dumplings: served with three dipping sauces


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