Engagement Season | Top Tips for Choosing Your DFW Wedding Caterer

Engagement season means juggling countless wedding planning details. From securing vendors to perfecting table settings, there’s a lot to consider. With more than 25 years of experience, Ferah's catering team has seen it all, so here are our top tips for selecting the right wedding caterer for your special day.

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1) Read Your Venue Contract Carefully!

Look for clauses stating whether your venue requires you to hire specific vendors. If so, be sure to get estimates from those vendors before signing the contract. This ensures you fully understand the total cost of your venue, including required vendor pricing. Ferah is a preferred caterer at dozens of wedding venues across DFW as well as catering at any venues with open vendor policies. Take a look at our event venue webpage for a list of our top venue partnerships.

2) Research Your Vendor Thoroughly

Social proof is key when choosing a reliable caterer. Legitimate caterers should have an online presence, a website, and a gallery showcasing their work. Most importantly, check their reviews! Look for consistent feedback praising a catering company's reliability, organization, and execution. At Ferah, you can trust that we live up to our professional reputation!

3) Hire Insured Vendors

Hiring uninsured vendors can pose serious risks, and many venues require proper insurance coverage for your vendors. Be sure your vendors have the necessary insurance and certifications. At Ferah, we’re fully insured, with licensed bartenders and professional servers for a seamless experience.

4) Don’t Be Afraid to Get Creative!

When it comes to your special day, we think your menu should be as unqiue as your love story. So, don’t be afraid to think outside the traditional "chicken-or-fish" box. Your menu is one of the easiest ways to infuse your personality and wow your guests, whether that means late-night tacos, globally inspired tasting stations, or playful twists on comfort foods you both love. Getting creative with your catering not only makes the meal memorable, it tells your story and sets the tone for the entire celebration. Check out Ferah's fully customizable and international infused catering menus here.

By keeping these tips in mind, you’ll set yourself up for a smoother, stress-free wedding day. Happy planning!

Looking for a Wedding Caterer that will bring your culinary vision to life?

Ferah Catering & Events is a chef-owned catering company. Drawing on our team’s extensive culinary background, we provide customized fusion, international cuisines and American classics.

Contact our catering concierge to check availability.