The extra factor

If you're looking to put that extra special touch to your big day, don't forget to included plenty of tempting treats throughout the day.

Think decorative food stands, vintage ice-cream trikes, outdoor drink stations serving killer cocktails or local beers and ales – perfect for a chilled summer festival-style wedding.

Ice cream always goes down a treat with guests of all ages; great for al fresco drinks receptions post vows. Served from a vintage push bike or a traditional-style van, it's sure to attract a queue. Or how about a popcorn stand? Great for the little ones and the not-so-little!

No longer an after thought, desserts are increasingly stealing the show. Couples are looking to up the wow-factor with whole tables beautifully styled and groaning with help-yourself goodies. Dramatic centrepieces such as macaron towers and croquembouche are proving popular too, either as an alternative or addition to the traditional wedding cake. Check out the hard-to-resist doughnut walls from Southampton-based Neon & Blush Weddings and Events for a finger-licking delight.

For those that don't have a sweet tooth, The Cheese Wedding Cake in Dorset offers fabulous cheese towers; not only a tasty alternative but a budget-friendly option for the evening buffet served with a variety of artisan bread, chutneys and pickles to snack on. We love their sensational multi-tiered Wiston special (pictured).

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