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19 Wedding Hors D’oeuvres Ideas Your Guests Will Love

Ahead are fresh takes on the most delicious cocktail hour foods. Indulge while you take a “small” bite in these amazing hors d’oeuvres ideas and inspirations we whipped up.

Fruit Station
Ahead are fresh takes on the most delicious cocktail hour foods. Indulge while you take a "small" bite in these amazing hors d'oeuvres ideas and inspirations we whipped up.
Photography by Roxanna Mcclure

In tandem with our monthly food experience blog, we are sharing 19 of our favorite hors d’oeuvres ideas to get you inspired for one of the most important elements of your special day: the food!

When it comes to planning your dream wedding, there is a lot to decide, plan, and prepare for. After carefully deciding on the perfect wedding date, your stunning gown, location and venue, and the guest list, it is now time to think about delicious and delectable treats. Food tasting is one of the best parts of wedding planning.

Whether you select formal seating or a wedding buffet, we strongly recommend that you offer decorative and colorful finger foods. From the rehearsal dinner to the cocktail hour to the reception, everyone loves a mouthwatering appetizer. In fact, wedding guests are thrilled for cocktail hours- complete with sipping on celebratory signature drinks and a variety of appetizing hors d’oeuvres.

These small and delicious treats are an easy, effective, and convenient way to serve your guests in between the ceremony and the reception. Your appetizers should reflect the season and theme. The food at your wedding cocktail hour is a significant role in a guest’s dining experience. It should be satisfying to everyone’s palate. You should particularly base your food on seasonable produce and ingredients. This will also help with your budget. Every detail is paramount.

Ahead are fresh takes on the most delicious cocktail hour foods. Indulge while you take a “small” bite in these amazing hors d’oeuvres ideas and inspirations we whipped up.


Goat Cheese and Bacon Balls

Ahead are fresh takes on the most delicious cocktail hour foods. Indulge while you take a "small" bite in these amazing hors d'oeuvres ideas and inspirations we whipped up.
Recipe by Salty Canary

Grilled Shrimp and Chorizo

Recipe by All Womens Talk

Pretzel Bites

Photography by Lauri Patterson/ Getty Images

Grilled Cheese and Gazpacho Soup

Photography by Kristin Chalmers Photography

Mini Sliders and Beer

Photography by J. Stoia Photography

Fresh Fruit

Ahead are fresh takes on the most delicious cocktail hour foods. Indulge while you take a "small" bite in these amazing hors d'oeuvres ideas and inspirations we whipped up.
Photography Ryan & Jacy Photography

Pizza

Photography by Laura Murray Photography

Seasonal Vegetable Dish

Ahead are fresh takes on the most delicious cocktail hour foods. Indulge while you take a "small" bite in these amazing hors d'oeuvres ideas and inspirations we whipped up.
Photography by: A Guy + A Girl Photography

Southern Fried Chicken

Ahead are fresh takes on the most delicious cocktail hour foods. Indulge while you take a "small" bite in these amazing hors d'oeuvres ideas and inspirations we whipped up.
Photography by Readyluck 

Crabcakes

Photography by Ashley Seawell 

Pulled Meat Sliders

Ahead are fresh takes on the most delicious cocktail hour foods. Indulge while you take a "small" bite in these amazing hors d'oeuvres ideas and inspirations we whipped up.
Photography by Ashley Ludaescher

Memorable Signature Drink with Popcorn

 Photography by Any Anaiz Photography 

Charcuterie Cones and Cups

Ahead are fresh takes on the most delicious cocktail hour foods. Indulge while you take a "small" bite in these amazing hors d'oeuvres ideas and inspirations we whipped up.
Photography by Brie Grazing Boards

A Variety of French Fries

Ahead are fresh takes on the most delicious cocktail hour foods. Indulge while you take a "small" bite in these amazing hors d'oeuvres ideas and inspirations we whipped up.
Photography by Jessica Lynn Photography

Deviled Eggs

Ahead are fresh takes on the most delicious cocktail hour foods. Indulge while you take a "small" bite in these amazing hors d'oeuvres ideas and inspirations we whipped up.
Recipe by Marissa Stevens 

Mini Tacos and Patron

Photography by Melani Lust Photography

Lobster Rolls

Ahead are fresh takes on the most delicious cocktail hour foods. Indulge while you take a "small" bite in these amazing hors d'oeuvres ideas and inspirations we whipped up.
Photography by Max and Friends

Croissant Station

Ahead are fresh takes on the most delicious cocktail hour foods. Indulge while you take a "small" bite in these amazing hors d'oeuvres ideas and inspirations we whipped up.
Photography by Demutiis Photography

Tempura Green Beans With Spicy Mayo

Ahead are fresh takes on the most delicious cocktail hour foods. Indulge while you take a "small" bite in these amazing hors d'oeuvres ideas and inspirations we whipped up.
Photography by Eric Kelley Photography

Which of these scrumdiddlyumptious hors d’oeuvres would you serve your guests?

Comments

  1. Lisa says:

    I wish I could afford all of them. Fresh fruit and those scrumptious variety of fries and crab cakes appeal to me. Tacos too. This article is Magnificent!
    There are a variety of options to fit any wedding style. Awesome!

  2. Kristin Brodsky says:

    Oh my! They all look so good! I have to say pizza! I would just love to have a great slice of pizza while watching the wedding ceremony continue!

  3. Fran JG says:

    Wow, if I remarry I would choose the SIGNATURE DRINK WITH POPCORN. That’s what I’m having for my personal cocktail hour today. A beautiful article.

  4. Shaunda Watson says:

    Me being a Philly girl I love the idea of the Pretzel bites and then the crab cakes.

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