Ultimate Hospitality: Unforgettable Performances at the Reception [Menu Introduced by the Chef]
2016.10.16 published
What is "Menu Introduction from the Chef" for Guest Hospitality at Weddings?
One of the things that guests look forward to at weddings is the [food]. Watching the happy couple, sharing delicious meals with friends and family you haven’t seen in a while becomes an irreplaceable moment.
To let guests enjoy [food] even more, it's recommended to incorporate [Menu Introduction from the Chef]. Menu introduction from the chef means having the chef from the wedding venue introduce the course menu to the guests. If the real chef comes out to introduce the dishes, it will surely heighten the culinary experience!
Since not all wedding venues can accommodate this, be sure to check with your venue. Now, let’s discuss how to conduct the chef's menu introduction.
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Before introducing the chef's menu, have an [open kitchen] if the kitchen is located within the venue. Just like the show Bistro Smapp, the couple can ring a bell and say, "Order up, a dish that will make everyone happy!" As the call is made, the kitchen opens, and the chefs respond with "We, Monsieur!" This is a classic moment to set the tone!
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In venues with a kitchen, once it’s open, in venues without a kitchen, the chef can enter directly. It's recommended to enter with a glamorous entrance song like the theme song [Thème de Restaurant de Roi] from the drama “The King’s Restaurant.”
The song [Be our guest] from Disney's movie "Beauty and the Beast," is also a popular choice. It’s exciting to wonder what delicious dishes will be served!
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Once the chef enters, they should read out the wedding menu. If a dessert buffet is a surprise, have the chef announce, "Desserts are a special treat from the newlyweds!"
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After the menu introduction, don't forget to take commemorative photos with the chef. It’s not often you get to take pictures with the chef who served delicious meals. Guests might want to join in for a photo too!
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At Disney weddings, Donald and Chip and Dale become chefs and introduce the menu! The sight of Donald in chef attire is incredibly cute! Having meals made by Donald is a true luxury!
Have the Chef Introduce the Menu to Enhance Your Guests' Culinary Experience!
How did you find the idea of a menu introduction from the chef? It’s rare to have the menu introduced directly by the chef, so it’s sure to create a lasting impression on the guests.
Be sure to incorporate the chef's menu introduction into your wedding, allowing guests to enjoy the food even more!