20 Amazing Winter Wedding Menu Ideas
Looking for amazing winter wedding menu ideas? Impress your guests with these delightful and comforting options.
At The King Suite with our extensive experience hosting weddings, we’ve curated a selection of delicious options that are perfect for your winter celebration.
From hearty meals to warming canapes, this is your ultimate inspiration!
Winter Wedding Canape Ideas
1. Bacon, Bride and Cranberry Tarts: A delicious blend of creamy brie, salty bacon, and rich cranberry sauce. Perfectly crafted for those who appreciate bold tastes and elegant combinations.
2. Seasonal Wild Mushroom Arancini: Warm and indulgent these crispy risotto balls are filled with earthy wild mushrooms and you can serve with a creamy truffle aioli dipping sauce, adding a touch of luxury to your canapés menu.
3. Miniature Venison Wellingtons: A timeless favourite with a twist, warm miniature venison wellingtons are a decadent choice and are sure to impress with their rich flavours and elegant presentation.
4. Miniature Pork and Apple Sausage Rolls: These bite-sized sausage rolls feature a savoury filling of pork sausage and diced apple wrapped in flaky puff pastry, offering a warm and hearty option.
5. Mini Yorkshire Puddings With Thyme Roast Beef Or Venison: These miniature delights combine the flavours of tender meat nestled in crisp Yorkshire puddings and paired with horseradish cream for a touch of comfort to your winter wedding.
Winter Wedding Drinks Ideas
6. Mulled Wine: Warm your guests with spiced mulled wine. This delicious drink can be enjoyed with or without alcohol, and will certainly add a festive touch to your special day.
7. Hot Apple Cider: Embrace the season with comforting hot apple cider providing a soothing welcome for your guests.
8. Liquor Coffee: Indulge your guests with the option to enjoy a liqueur coffee, featuring popular choices like Baileys or Tia Maria for an extra touch of sophistication.
9. Hot Chocolate: Treat your guests to decadent hot chocolate stations with an array of toppings such as whipped cream, marshmallows, and cocoa powder.
10. Bespoke Winter Cocktail: Craft a signature winter cocktail featuring seasonal ingredients like cranberries or spiced rum, adding a personalised touch to your celebration.
Winter Wedding Wedding Breakfast Ideas
11. Seasonal Vegetable Soup: Start your wedding breakfast with a hearty seasonal vegetable soup, such as leek and potato or roasted carrot with cream, ideal for warming up on a cold winter day.
12. Traditional Roast Dinner: Delight your guests with a classic roast dinner featuring succulent cuts of your favourite meat accompanied by roast potatoes, seasonal vegetables, Yorkshire pudding, stuffing, cocktail sausages wrapped in bacon and rich gravy, capturing the essence of winter comfort food.
13. Butternut Squash and Feta Ravioli: Offer a delicious vegetarian option with butternut squash and feta ravioli in a sage and butter sauce, showcasing seasonal flavours.
14. Chicken and Leek Pie: Serve up individual leek and chicken pies offering a hearty food option. Pair with winter vegetables and creamed white or sweet potato mash.
15. Beef or Mushroom Wellington: Impress your guests with individual portions of beef or mushroom Wellington wrapped in flaky pastry and served with a red wine jus, creamy mash and colourful vegetables. This is a warming winter favourite.
Winter Wedding Dessert Ideas
16. Christmas Pudding: Embrace tradition with Christmas pudding served with brandy cream or custard, a festive finale for your winter wedding feast.
17. Seasonal Fruit Crumble or Pie: End your wedding meal with a seasonal fruit crumble or pie served with vanilla ice cream or warm custard.
18. Sticky Toffee & Fig Pudding: Delight your guests with sticky toffee pudding drizzled with a rich toffee sauce and served warm with double cream or ice cream.
19. Jam Roly-poly: Serve up a traditional jam roly-poly jam steamed to perfection and paired with custard or cream.
20. Hot Chocolate Fountain: Create a memorable dessert experience with a flowing hot chocolate fountain accompanied by an assortment of dipping treats such as marshmallows, churros, strawberries, and bananas.
We hope you’ve enjoyed exploring these tempting food options and have found inspiration for your winter wedding menu.
For more winter wedding related reads check out “15 Cosy & Unique Winter Wedding Ideas” & “14 Benefits Of A Winter Wedding“.
Winter Wedding Menu Ideas FAQs
What kind of food to serve at a winter wedding?
At a winter wedding consider serving comforting and hearty dishes that reflect the season. Great options include seasonal vegetable soup, roast dinner and warm fruit crumble with custard.
How do I choose the right winter wedding menu?
When choosing a winter wedding menu think about using seasonal ingredients and flavours that complement the cold weather. Collaborate with your caterer or wedding venue if you’re using their catering services for ideas and options. Tasting sessions are also beneficial for finalising your choices and ensuring a menu that pleases all guests.
Can I incorporate seasonal elements into my winter wedding menu?
This is a question for your wedding caterer. Most should be able to accommodate and incorporate a seasonal twist into your menu. Using seasonal ingredients not only enhances the flavour profile but also complements the cosy ambiance of a winter celebration.