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Indian Wedding Catering: Complete Planning Guide (2026)

January 202610 min readBy Jaflong Tandoori Team

Food is the heart of every Indian wedding. Whether you're planning an intimate 50-guest celebration or a grand 300-person affair, the right catering makes your special day unforgettable. Here's your complete planning guide.

Jaflong's Wedding Catering Packages

Bronze

2 starters, 3 mains (1 veg), rice, naan, dessert. Includes serving dishes and biodegradable plates. Minimum 50 guests.

Silver

3 starters, 4 mains (2 veg), biryani, naan, 2 desserts. Professional setup and serving staff included. Minimum 30 guests.

Gold

Premium meats, tandoori grill selection, mithai platter, dedicated chef and serving team. Full event management. Minimum 20 guests.

Menu Planning: How Much Food Per Guest?

  • Starters: 3-4 pieces per person (mix of veg and non-veg)
  • Mains: 2 curries + 1 rice + 1 bread per person
  • Desserts: 2-3 sweets per person (gulab jamun, kulfi, barfi)
  • Drinks: Plan 2-3 soft drinks per person (or BYOB alcohol)

Dietary Accommodations

  • Halal: All our meat is sourced from trusted halal suppliers — essential for Muslim guests
  • Vegan: 15+ vegan dishes available — clearly labelled on the buffet
  • Gluten-free: 30+ GF dishes — we use Laila basmati rice (certified GF)
  • Nut-free: Our kitchen is naturally nut-free (factory traces possible)

Booking Timeline

  • 6 months before: Book Jaflong catering, discuss vision and budget
  • 3 months before: Finalise menu, confirm dietary requirements
  • 1 month before: Confirm final guest count (±10%)
  • 1 week before: Final walkthrough, logistics confirmation
  • Event day: Our team arrives 2-3 hours before to set up

Got Questions?

Indian Wedding Catering: Complete Planning Guide (2026) — FAQs

Common questions answered

Plan 3-4 starter pieces, 2 curries + rice + bread, and 2-3 desserts per person. Buffet-style is most efficient.

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