Wedding catering per-plate guide for Indian receptions

Catering quotes look simple until you unpack plating style, live stations, and dessert counts. A mid-tier multi-cuisine menu may still exclude mocktail bars or midnight snacks that guests expect.

Share accurate guest counts early and update them on a fixed schedule. Last-minute increases are usually possible; decreases may still be billed at a guaranteed minimum.

If the venue mandates a preferred caterer, request two menu tiers and compare value rather than assuming you must accept the first proposal.

During tastings, note spice levels for elders and children’s options. Photograph approved dishes and attach them to the contract so substitutions need written consent.

Clarify leftover policy, Jain or allergen labelling, and whether service staff overtime starts after a fixed hour. These details prevent awkward conversations on the reception night.

Use PlannerKart package comparisons to see catering inclusions next to venue rental so your total hospitality cost is visible in one view.