Wedding Catering for People Who Hate Weddings

Yes, that’s a thing, and we’re here for it.

Not into ballrooms, formal plated dinners, or awkward bouquet tosses? You’re not alone, and you’re exactly who we serve. At Shale Hill Events, we specialize in non-traditional wedding catering for couples who want to celebrate authentically, eat incredibly, and skip the boring stuff.

Whether you're planning a laid-back backyard party, a woodland elopement, or a moody evening bash with zero fluff, we’ll help you create a wedding that feels 100% like you.

🥂 Welcome Stations That Break the Mold

Why wait until dinner for great food? Start your celebration with a wedding welcome station that sets the tone from the first bite.

Popular Wedding Welcome Station Ideas:

  • Harvest Station – Seasonal veggies, whipped feta, local cheeses, cured meats, honeycomb, nuts, pickles, and artisanal breads

  • Slider Station – Wagyu beef sliders, fried chicken biscuits, and grilled cheese minis

  • Raw Bar – Oyster shooters, shrimp cocktail, and ceviche cups

  • Soft Pretzel Station – Warm pretzels with beer cheese and spicy mustard

  • Fresh Fruit Station – Skewers, berries, yogurt sauce, and fruit gazpacho shooters

These interactive stations create a vibe that says: we’re not doing this the usual way.

🍸 Cocktail Hour with Personality

Skip the tired canapés. Our wedding cocktail hour catering lets you serve bold flavors and memorable bites that guests actually want to eat.

Choose Four Passed Hors d’Oeuvres:

  • Mini Croque Monsieur or Brie-Turkey Sliders

  • Mushroom or Squash & Sage Arancini

  • Chicken Liver Crostini with Caramelized Onion

  • Falafel Bites with Tzatziki

  • Tuna Tartare with Ginger Aioli

  • Wagyu Skewers with Chimichurri

  • Shrimp with Sriracha Aioli

  • Fluke Tartare on Pita Crisps

Whether you're going for Mediterranean elegance or rustic backyard charm, we'll help you craft a vibe that feels elevated and totally you.

🍽 Wedding Dinner Catering That’s Actually Fun

Forget the stiff plated service. Our family-style wedding dinners encourage conversation, sharing, and pure food joy, without compromising style.

Sample Family-Style Menu:

  • Salads: Roasted beet with goat cheese, Caesar with anchovy dressing, or pesto pasta with green beans

  • Entrées: Faroe Island salmon, farm chicken with salsa verde, grilled petite tender, or roasted cauliflower steak

  • Sides: Truffle mashed potatoes, grilled fennel, creamed corn, or seasonal vegetables

Want a more casual vibe? Our Backyard BBQ Menu hits:

  • Smoked brisket, BBQ cauliflower steaks, mac & cheese, jalapeño cornbread with honey butter, and trust us, guests love it.

🌙 Late-Night Wedding Snacks That Wow

The party’s not over just because dinner’s done. Our late-night food stations fuel dance floors and make the last impression a delicious one.

Pick 2 for 50 Guests (or go wild!):

  • Grilled Cheese & Chips

  • Chicken or Beef Empanadas

  • Truffle Mac & Cheese Tarts

  • White Truffle Potato Croquettes

  • Chicken Fingers & Fries

  • Wagyu Cheeseburger Sliders

  • Chicken & Waffles with Maple Syrup

  • Hot Honey Chicken Biscuits

  • Short Rib & Bacon Skewers

🔥 Want more? Book our BadWich Food Truck for on-site cooking, or go cozy with a S’mores Bar, complete with live roasting stations.

🍰 Wedding Desserts Without the Fondant Fuss

Don’t want a 4-tiered cake with rock-hard frosting? Same. Here’s how we do dessert differently:

  • Mini Cheesecake Bar with fruit compotes & sauces

  • Mason Jar Treats like key lime pie and pot de crème

  • DIY Sundae Station with brownies & toppings galore

  • Seasonal Pie Bar – like Grandma made (only trendier)

  • Cookie Bar – Macarons, snickerdoodles, chocolate chip, and more

Dessert should be fun, sharable, and maybe even a little nostalgic.

💬 Real Couples, Real Reviews

“We weren’t into the typical wedding thing, Shale Hill got it immediately. They made everything feel relaxed but still elegant, and the food was just incredible.”
— Max & Jamie

“We just wanted a killer party with amazing food and no stress. That’s exactly what we got.”
— Taylor & Evan

🎉 Let’s Plan a Wedding That Feels Like You

At Shale Hill Events, we believe weddings should reflect the people getting married, not a tradition you never signed up for. From custom menus to laid-back service, we help couples create weddings that are real, flavorful, and unforgettable.

📍 Serving couples throughout all New York
📅 Now booking for 2026 spots fill up fast!

👉 Contact us here to get started

Let’s ditch the expectations, and design a wedding that’s you, but with better food.

Dallas Gipin