subject: A Tradition After The "i Do" [print this page] After the much awaited wedding ceremony and the traditional union of two people in the eyes of god, it will be then followed by a formal as well as traditional party that celebrates this important event. This is held as hospitality for those who have attended the Wedding, hence the name reception: the couple receives society, in the form of family and friends, for the first time as a married couple. Like the wedding itself, wedding receptions are unique from each country, culture, and religion. Although traditions held in Wedding receptions are different, majority of those practiced today are inspired by western culture. This includes:
How the food is served
The traditional toast
First dance
The cutting of the cake
The Food
Most receptions feature food, usually either a plated or buffet dinner. Other choices include a meal consisting of chef-attended stations, or a cocktail reception with passed hors d'uvre. Some receptions, especially from cultures and religious faiths that prohibit alcohol and dancing, focus on dessertfor instance, wedding cake and punch in the afternoon.
The Toast
The traditional toast before or after a meal are made as a way to wishing the couple well. Traditionally, the speaking parties include the bride's father, groom, the best man, and the maid of honor. Toasts often include the speaker's first impressions of the newlyweds, or of the two as a couple.
The Dance
The newly married couple typically have a first dance, which used to be called the "bridal waltz". In most contemporary weddings, a romantic song is played. The Wedding reception dance party may involve a certain sequence of special dances. For example, after the first dance, the newly married parties may also share a special dance with a parent. In the Philippines, a traditional dance called the money dance is a dance in which the newly weds would dance alone in the center of their guests wherein money, in the form of paper bills, is sometimes taped or pinned to the groom and bride's dress.
The Wedding Cake
Typically, a cake from a professional baker is displayed until after dinner. After a short period of dancing, the couple cut the cake and may feed a bite to one another. Then, the cake is cut for the guests. This cake is typically at least two tiers, and often more. Some couples have a smaller, formal display cake, which is supplemented by sheet cake. It is served with coffee and tea before the main course.
by: Beverly Huffine
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