Imagine this: you’re off with your bridal party, just wrapping up photos around your beautiful garden wedding venue in Kumeu. Your guests have taken their seats and are being served beverages by the friendly staff. Lucky for you, you chose the plated dinner service, meaning your guests are placing their orders à la carte, excited for the gourmet meal ahead. Just as you make your grand entrance into the reception, entrées are served to the entire room.
What a luxurious experience for you and your guests. After enjoying both their entrée and plated main, your guests will be raving about how elegant and memorable your wedding dining experience was. The plated service is a beautiful way to indulge your guests in luxury, giving them that refined, à la carte experience.
Pros:
Elevated culinary experience
While other dining options offer delicious food, there’s something extra special about a plated meal. Each dish on the menu has been carefully crafted to provide a complete culinary experience, with every ingredient and flavour thoughtfully balanced in a symphony of taste. You and your guests can enjoy a gourmet meal that feels like it’s straight out of a fine-dining restaurant.
If you're curious about what we offer, Check out our plated menu and see how you can craft the perfect culinary wedding experience for your guest at Markovina Estate.
Table service
One significant advantage of a plated meal is the table service. Having a dedicated team look after you makes the whole experience feel exclusive and special, and your guests will feel that way, too. Not only are meals beautifully presented and served, but attentive staff are on hand to top up drinks and ensure everyone enjoys themselves.
At Markovina Estate, it highlights what we call ‘Croatian hospitality’. For us, that’s about going out of our way to do everything we can to make your day extra special and tend to all of your needs. A plated meal really captures that essence.
Cons:
Limited selection
The main downside of a plated service is the limited choice. With a buffet or platter, guests can sample various flavours and dishes. With a plated meal, guests choose a single dish to enjoy. That said, you can still offer variety through entrées, canapés, and desserts, meaning your guests experience a full journey of flavours throughout your wedding.
Service time
Another potential downside is the service time. With a buffet, guests can move quickly through the line, while plated service takes longer to coordinate, especially if you have an extensive guest list. At Markovina estate, our large and experienced team ensures meals are served swiftly and seamlessly. This maintains a high quality of food paired with a well-paced service speed.
Final Thoughts
Overall, the plated wedding menu is an elegant choice, with only a few minor drawbacks that can easily be managed, especially at Markovina Estate.
If you’d like to learn more about our plated service, menus, or other dining options, visit Markovina Estate and chat with our team. We’ll work tirelessly to bring your vision to life and make your wedding dining experience unforgettable.
