7 Sweet Treats That Will Be Popular with Guests

Planning & Advice

Easter is just around the corner so we’ve got sweet stuff on the brain! If you’ve a sweet tooth yourself, there are lots of delicious sugar filled treats you can include in your wedding. From chocolate fountains and candy buffets to donut walls and ice cream vans, your guests will be only too happy to feast their eyes on any one of these yummy delights…

Candy Buffet

Photo from Denise & Niall’s real wedding by Renata Dapsyte

The Candy Buffet is a bit of a wedding staple – they’re super popular with couples and guests alike looking for a nostalgic trip down memory lane! Full of old-school faves like refreshers, cola bottles and bon bons, it’s an ideal favour or pick me up once the dancing starts.

Candy Buffet Suppliers include Candylady, Carolyn’s SweetsEnchanting EventsOccasions by SachaI’ve Got the Goodies Party HirePretty Little Ideas4 All Your OccasionsMagic Moment Candy CartSweet CoBling & Bloom Event Decor and Tara’s Sweet Treats.

Chocolate Fountain

 Chocolate Ears Vintage Chocolate Fountains

What’s not to love about a fountain of chocolate to dunk marshmallow and fruit skewers in! It’s the perfect statement piece for your reception too. If you’re looking for your own delicious chocolate fountain for the Big Day, Chocolate Ears Vintage Chocolate Fountains, Candylady, Carolyn’s Sweets all provide this service.

Hot Chocolate Bar

Collins Coffee Camp 

We’re a sucker for a hot chocolate whatever the weather but we love the idea of having a drinks stand serving mugs fulled to the brim of cocoa come winter time. Guests will be chuffed to emerge from the ceremony and be greeted by a hot drinks station like The Irish Horsebox BarT2 Coffee Van, Vintage Vanp, Nom Nom Cafe-Mobile Coffee BarCollins Coffee Camp and Bean & Gone – Mobile Coffee Bar. Serve your hot chocs with all the trimmings like cream, marshmallows and sprinkles to keep guests toasty as they make their way to the reception.

Donut Wall

Candylady

Donuts have been huge these past few years so we were delighted when Donut walls become a thing! There’s a couple of ways you can include them in your day – some couples opt to have a tower as a fun wedding cake alternative while others have a donut bar as a delicious dessert treat! Guests just pop by and pick out their fave flavour. They also make an awesome favour when paired with a ‘do-not forget me sign’. We can guarantee guests won’t! Donut Bar/Wall Suppliers include 4 All Your OccasionsOccasions by Sacha, Tara’s Sweet Treats, Candylady and Carolyn’s Sweets.

Ferrero Rocher Stand

4 All Your Occasions

Ferrero Rocher are the ultimate in decadence. So imagine your guests delighted faces if they’re greeted with a stand full of them! It’s a great option for the drinks reception and would be a bit of a feature too. There’s several variations available including towers, pyramids and heart shaped displays. Whatever you opt for, there’s sure to be a queue. There are several Irish companies that hire out Ferrero Rocher displays including CandyladyCarolyn’s SweetsI’ve Got the Goodies Party HireOccasions by Sacha4 All Your OccasionsMagic Moment Candy CartTara’s Sweet Treats and Bling & Bloom Event Decor.

Dessert Table

Photo from Anna & John’s real wedding by Laura and Benny Photography

Who could resist a table full of cakes? Dessert tables have been a popular trend at weddings these past few years and it’s not hard to see why. Guests will LOVE the chance to sample several different treats for desserts! It’s also a lovely way to get keen bakers in your family involved. If they’re up for it, have them make their signature dish as a gorgeous personal touch.

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Ice Cream Van/Cart

Smith’s Ice Cream Vans

Winter or summer, ice cream always goes down a treat. If you want to treat guests to something sweet post ceremony or are after a quirky dessert alternative, have an ice cream van or cart pop by as a surprise so they can enjoy a 99 or a scoop of their favourite flavour!  There are several companies that offer an ice cream service including bikes, carts and nostalgic ice cream vans. They include JG’s Ice CreamSmith’s Ice Cream Vans, Candylady and Carolyn’s Sweets.