Love at first bite: Creating your perfect destination wedding menu
Remember that magical first date when you shared a plate of poutine at midnight? Or the cozy Sunday mornings spent making pancakes together? Food has always been part of your love story, and as you prepare for one of the most important days of your life – your sun-soaked "I dos," – you can represent home with some of your favourite Canadian classic meals and infuse them with tropical flavours to create a unique yet familiar destination wedding menu that satisfies every taste bud.
Mexico: Where passion meets palate
Like your romance, some combinations are simply meant to be. Under the stars of Riviera Maya, watch your guests fall head over heels for mac and cheese bites with chipotle aioli – a romance of flavours that'll change the way you eat this beloved dish forevermore. Miniature grilled cheese sandwiches, transformed by the introduction of creamy Oaxaca cheese and fresh guacamole – everyone will be stampeding to the wedding buffet. Another popular handheld treat your guests will love is mini-burger sliders crowned with Mexican street corn slaw – sounds like the perfect midnight snack to us.
Dominican Republic: A symphony of flavours
Just as your love transformed the ordinary into extraordinary, your favourite comfort foods can blossom under Caribbean skies. Tender chicken strips, sprinkled with coconut and sweet mango-honey sauce for dipping – let’s just say everyone at your wedding, even the most adult of adults, will immediately start looking at the kids menu. Mashed potatoes aren’t just reserved for special occasions or holidays anymore, not when they've found their soulmate in buttery sweet plantains and aromatic local herbs. It's comfort food that's fallen in love with Dominican island life.
Jamaica: Where two hearts become one
Similar to the perfect partnership, Jamaica's bold spirit complements some of our favourite dishes in the Great White North. Picture jerk-spiced mini-meat pies, or Shepherd’s Pie (using your new mashed potato recipe) for a more sit-down reception. As Quebecers (and all Canadians, really) know, poutine has a very special place in our hearts, and it will with your guests, too, once you add some jerk-spiced gravy and local cheese. Each bite is a reminder that the perfect pairing will always find a way.
Cuba: An affair to remember
Under the spell of Cuban rhythms, watch your go-to foods evolve as they attend your big day in paradise. Savour pulled pork sandwiches paired with mojo sauce – an ideal match, just like you two. And those beloved Canadian butter tarts? Your dessert table will not only taste delicious but look gorgeous once they’re combined with exotic tropical fruits and smooth Cuban rum, creating a dessert that's pure romance on a plate.
*Ready to write the next chapter of your culinary love story? For help crafting your menu and giving these delectable combinations a seat at your wedding table, connect with the expert team of consultants at Sunwing Weddings. *
You may also like
Topic