5 Easy Steps to Catering a Bridal Shower Catering your friend’s bridal shower may be frustrating especially if you are a bitconfused on what to do and what to serve for the event. It is important though, as you prepare for the bridal shower to always consider the meaning of the shower and that is tohave fun and socialize with girlfriends and family. Here are some easy steps to lessenyour worries.1. Know how many are attending. Since the guest list will determine just abouteverything in the bridal shower you will need to know from the bride who she wants toinvite and how many people she expects to be with her for that day. The number of guestswill tell you on what to plan and where you can have the shower. It will depend on howmany are attending if you are going to rent tables, chairs and serving platters.2. When to have the bridal shower. It will also be good for you if you can determine whattime of the day the shower will be held. This will come as a huge help for planning for food. If you are going to have a brunch the food that you will serve can be simply faresuch as fruit and finger sandwiches. A dinner is usually expected however, if you aregoing to do it in the evening.3. Your budget. Like any part of the wedding planning likethe rehearsal dinner and theengagement party. Bridal showers also need some funding to make it work. If you think you do not have enough budgets to plan a shower, then think of some ways to plan itthrough. You can ask some of the bridesmaids to help bring some food or share theexpenses with you. And as any wedding planning when it comes to your budget, you willneed to stick to how much you really have and do not overspend with the expenses.4. The theme of the shower. Planning a theme can make things easier for you and your guests will know what to expect. This will also help you choose decorations andtableware with ease.5. Prepare ahead and get help. To make life easier for you, you will need to plan ahead onwhat you really want to serve for the bridal shower. If you want to serve casserole, but donot know on how to make one, you will need to look into making them a couple of weeks before the actual event. Prepare yourself so that your dishes would be perfect. The night before the party, you can cut fruits and vegetables to decorate a cake. Making the foodahead of time will help you cut down the stress you may be feeling at the party itself. Getthe help of others to help you cook and prepare dishes such asthe bridesmaidsand closefamily members of the bride. It is also acceptable to host a potluck style buffet whereeveryone brings their favorite dish. Just make sure that everyone brings a different dishso that you will have a variety of dishes served.