Funeral Reception Food Ideas

When it comes to
deciding what food to serve at a funeral reception, there are many factors to
consider. You will want to make sure that the food you serve is appropriate for
the occasion and that it will be able to feed all of the guests who attend. You
may also want to think about serving food that has meaning for the deceased or
their family.  

Here are some funeral
reception food ideas to get you started:

1.   
Finger foods –  Serving finger foods at a funeral reception
is a good way to make sure that everyone is able to eat something, even if they
are not feeling very hungry. Some good finger food ideas include:

-Vegetable
or fruit platters

-Cheese
and crackers

-Chips
and dips

-Finger
sandwiches

-Mini
quiches

-Canapés

2.   
Heavy hors d’oeuvres – If you are
expecting a lot of people to attend the funeral reception, you may want to
consider serving heavier hors d’oeuvres instead of finger foods. This way,
people will be able to eat a little bit more if they are feeling up to it. Some
good heavy hors d’oeuvres include:

-Sliders

-Mini
tacos

-Meatballs

-Buffalo
chicken bites

-Stuffed
mushrooms

-Crab
cakes

3.   
Soup – Soup is a classic funeral
food for a reason. It is simple to make and can be easily served to a large
group of people. Plus, it is usually very comforting to eat, which can be
helpful for mourners who are feeling sad or overwhelmed. Some good soup options
include:

-Chicken
noodle soup

-Tomato
bisque

-Butternut
squash soup

-Cream
of broccoli soup

4.   
Salad – A simple salad can be a
light and refreshing option for funeral food, especially if the reception is
being held during the warmer months. You can either make a big batch of one
type of salad or create a salad bar with different types of greens, toppings,
and dressings. Some good salad ideas include:

-Caesar
salad

-Greek
salad

-Green
salad

-Fruit
salad

5.   
Comfort foods – Comfort foods are
always a good option for funeral food because they can help to soothe the soul.
Some of our favorite comfort foods include:

-Macaroni
and cheese

-Mashed
potatoes

-Roasted
vegetables

-Grilled
cheese sandwiches

-Chicken
pot pie

-Beef
stew      

6.   
Dessert – No funeral reception
would be complete without a little something sweet. Whether you opt for a
simple fruit platter or a more elaborate dessert spread, make sure to have
something on hand for those who want to satisfy their sweet tooth. Some good
dessert options include:

-Cookies

-Brownies

-Cake

-Pie

-Fruit
salad

7.   
Non-alcoholic beverages – It is
important to have plenty of non-alcoholic beverage options available at a
funeral reception, as many people will not be drinking alcohol. Some good
non-alcoholic beverage options include:

-Water

-Soda

-Coffee

-Tea

-Juice

8.   
Alcoholic beverages – If you are
serving alcohol at the funeral reception, make sure to have a variety of
options available so that everyone can find something they like. Some good
alcoholic beverage options include:

-Wine

-Beer

-Mixed
drinks

-Sparkling
wine

-Cider

Whatever food you
decide to serve at the funeral reception, make sure to take into consideration
the needs and preferences of those who will be attending. With a little bit of
planning, you can easily put together a menu that everyone will enjoy.