Light And Refreshing Canapes For A Summer Wedding

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If you're having a summer wedding and plan on serving canapes, opt for light and refreshing options that can be served cold and won't leave your guests feeling weighed down in the way canapes traditionally served in the colder months can. So go easy on the meat, pastry and fried options and focus on seasonal flavours and selections that will hold up well in the heat. If you're going to be serving dinner at your reception, you'll need no more than a half-dozen canapes per guest, but if you're only serving canapes, provide at least a dozen per guest. Here are five canapes that are ideal for a summer wedding.

Smoked Salmon Blinis

These classic mini buckwheat pancakes have a nutty flavour and are topped with herbed cream cheese and a ribbon of smoked wild salmon. The blinis are garnished with fresh dill just before serving and pair well with a fruity Prosecco, so they're ideal for serving just before the toasts or if you're providing a glass of Prosecco to each guest on arrival.

Wrapped Scallops On The Shell

These canapes consist of scallops wrapped in dry cured Italian ham and are served on the shell with a white wine jus. The delicate, briny flavour of pan seared scallops contrasts with the salty ham, but the individual flavours are retained and the white wine jus adds a refreshing, citrusy twist to these canapes.

Cucumber Wraps With Feta, Watercress And Mint

Ribbons of cucumber are wrapped around a tangy feta and peppery watercress filling. These little canapes are topped with fresh mint and make a tasty yet light option for guests who are gluten-free. They can be served on their own or alongside a tomato chutney.

Beetroot And Quail Egg Crispbreads

Light crispbreads give a satisfying crunch and are the perfect receptacle for cubes of seasonal roasted beetroot and creamy quail eggs. These canapes are garnished with freshly cut chives and lightly drizzled with a balsamic glaze just before serving.

Lemon Shortbread With Lavender Mousse

Providing a dessert canape option at the end of your reception will satisfy guests with a sweet tooth and act as a subtle prompt the evening is coming to an end. These zesty shortbread rounds are topped with a light lavender mousse that's piped on and allowed to set before serving. The mousse is made with fresh lavender flowers, lavender essence, cream and gelatine and pairs well with the citrus-infused shortbread.

These are just a few suggestions of canapes that are suitable for a summer wedding. Talk with wedding catering companies to let them know what flavours you like and they will be able to make additional suggestions that will complement the rest of your menu.

28 August 2017