Dessert Tables or Dessert Bar
Dessert tables and bars are very popular with weddings of all themes and sizes. A dessert bar is a great addition to a wedding reception and can be as classy, gourmet or simple and fun as you want. Prices range depending on the amount and difficulty of items served. When considering whether or not to include a dessert bar or table to your even you need to consider your guests will pick up a minimum of 3 items per trip to the table or bar, and that they will make 2 trips so that is a total of 6 treat items per guest. It is ALWAYS best to over estimate your quantity then it is to underestimate it, which I see happen at a lot of weddings unfortunately. So, if your guest count is 150 people then you need to anticipate needing about 900 items for your desert table. Shocking isn't it? Now, don't let that scare you off, you can supplement dessert items like mini brownies, lemon bars, cheesecake bites with candy. Adding a couple of bowls of self serve candy is a great way to cut down on costs and prep for your dessert table as well as provide nice variety for your guests, and adding a little to-go container or bag is a great wedding favor. Who doesn't want to take a treat for later? (See wedding budget tip blog post from September about wedding favors)
Now about costs the average dessert table/bar as mentioned can cost from $600-$3000. A solid candy bar is the least expensive costing anywhere from $125-$300
