Wedding planning is stressful. From picking out bridesmaid gifts to hiring a caterer, to making sure your drunken grandfather doesn't fall face down into the wedding cake, you already have enough on your plate. Now imagine how difficult wedding planning would be if you didn't eat meat (shudder).
You want tofu. Your 300 guests are expecting prime rib. Poor you! Here are three vegan-vegetarian wedding tips from your friends at WeddingStand.com.
Don't Give in to your Guests' Carnivorous Cravings
Since the cave-man days, meat has headlined every celebration - from pig roasts, to succulent Thanksgiving turkeys, to the child's birthday party with hot dogs and burgers. When your guests get your wedding invitations (even from you, the avid vegetarian), they're expecting meat as the main course.
But that doesn't mean you have to give in. Be up front with everyone about your plain to forgo the foi gras. Especially your caterer. Embrace your inner bridezilla and make it clear to your guests and bridesmaids that you will not budge. Even with an all-vegan menu, they will find something they like.
Release the Recipes
Trying to find a Vegan caterer in a small town is like trying to find a reindeer in Florida -- it ain't happening. But hunt long enough and you will find a caterer who's willing to dabble in meatless cuisine. And when you do, give them recipes for your favorite gourmet vegetarian dishes.
How does tomato risotto cakes, meatless caesar salad, chilled corn-lemongrass soup, and vegetable ragout sound? Pretty freaking good! This vegan wedding cake directory will help you find the dairyless dessert of your dreams.
All the Extras: Vegan and Eco-Friendly Wedding Accessories
If you're a strict vegan, those adorable bride and groom fortune cookies and bridesmaid cookie cards are out. And so are those tiny wedding favor soaps! It's tough to find eco-friendly bridesmaid gifts and vegan wedding favors. These natural bamboo eco-friendly coasters are meatless (ha) and nice to the environment. And this organic bridesmaid eco-tote makes the perfect bridesmaid gift -- add in a bridesmaid card from recycled paper and you're set.
