
Thanks to the laid-back attitude cultivated in the Canadian dining scene since the recession wedding food, by extension, has never been more fun. In the 90s and aughts, the in-crowd dined at steakhouses, power restaurants and popped bottles of bubbly. Now, they’re trading in those triple-digit dinners for pit stops at local food trucks, brunching on low-brow lobster (sammies, poutine, rolls) and scheduling cheapie taco nights at venues that are too cool to have proper signage. The emphasis on casual dining culture has never been more obvious, and Canadian brides are taking note, incorporating fun dining trends into their reception menus. This year’s wedding receptions are sure to feature kitschy snacks, small-batch goodness and artisan pastries. Here are the top wedding food trends of 2014.
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- <strong>Food Trucks</strong><br />
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Food trucks have become increasingly popular at Canadian weddings. Hot Bunzz is a Toronto-based truck that serves spin-offs of Chinese baos, or buns. The brioche buns feature flavours such as pulled pork, BBQ beef and curry chicken. <br />
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Image via <a href="http://www.thegridto.com/blog-post/food-spy-pop-up-hot-bunzz-opening-permanent-stall-next-week/"target=_blank">The Grid</a>.<br />
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- <strong>Small-Batch Treats</strong><br />
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Small-batch desserts, microbrews and snacks are sure to make an appearance at trendy 2014 nuptials. Fiasco Gelato, a small-batch gelateria, produces flavours such as strawberry balsamic, burnt sugar banana chocolate, vanilla rooibos and mango crème brulee. <br />
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Image via <a href="https://twitter.com/fiascogelato/status/412985846342504449"target=_blank">Fiasco Gelato</a>.
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- <strong>Produce as Favours</strong><br />
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Farmers’ markets have been increasingly popular over the past couple of years, and brides are incorporating the trend into their big days, featuring market-style stalls in place of party favours.<br />
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Image via <a href="http://oonefineday.blogspot.ca/2013/03/fruit-stand-backyard-wedding-reception.html"target=_blank">Oh One Fine Day.</a>
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- <strong>Gluten-Free Menu Options</strong><br />
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Gluten-free entrees are sure to be a big hit, such as Jamie Oliver’s gluten-free pork chop recipe.<br />
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Image via <a href="http://www.jamieoliver.com/recipes/pork-recipes/roasted-pork-chops-with-sage-and-champ"target=_blank">Jamie Oliver</a>.
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- <strong>Sriracha Cocktails</strong><br />
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Due to the factory closure, Sriracha supply is now coveted among Canadian diners and bartenders alike. Try a spicy beer cocktail spiked with the lip-searing hot sauce. <br />
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Image via <a href="http://www.tattooedmartha.com/2013/02/22/the-cocky-rooster/"target=_blank">Tattooed Martha</a>.
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- <strong>Donuts</strong><br />
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A slew of artisan donut shops have opened in Canada, including Jelly Modern Doughnuts whose offbeat flavours such as salted caramel, bourbon vanilla, maple bacon, and yes, s’mores, are sure to be a favourite at any reception.<br />
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Image via <a href="https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=756995550993608&set=a.511524678874031.132183.213610388665463&type=1&theater"target=_blank">Jelly Modern Doughnuts</a>.
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- <strong>Vegan Cocktails</strong><br />
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Vegan meals include boozy drinks too. Scratch-made dairy-free Irish cream is a great cocktail option for any herbivores on your guest list.<br />
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Image via <a href="http://ohsheglows.com/2012/03/12/homemade-baileys-irish-creammade-vegan/"target=_blank">Oh She Glows</a>.
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- <strong>Tacos</strong><br />
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Tacos, one of the biggest food trends last year, have pinned their way onto wedding inspiration boards. Try them bite-sized so guests can mingle and munch.<br />
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Image via <a href="http://www.100layercake.com/blog/2012/01/31/charming-hand-crafted-vancouver-wedding-natalie-jason/"target=_blank">100 Layer Cake</a>.
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- <strong>Vintage-Inspired Bar Carts</strong><br />
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Bar carts, a trend ushered in by retro shows such as <i>Mad Men</i>, have multiple uses. Snacks, drinks and late-night treats can be brought in stylishly with these vintage carts. Boozy hot chocolate is sure to be a crowd pleaser. <br />
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Image via <a href="http://www.houseofearnest.com/holiday-hot-chocolate-cart/"target=_blank">House of Earnest</a>.
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- <strong>Eclairs</strong><br />
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Watch out French Macarons, there's a new Parisian treat in town. Eclairs are the new it pastry of 2014! Learn how to make these yourself at Bonnie Gordon College which offers pastry classes and teaches you how to achieve gourmet flavours such as pistachio, eggnog and chocolate raspberry.<br />
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Image via <a href="http://michaelkohn.com/" target="_blank">Michael Kohn</a>.<br />
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