Wedding Food & Drink

Instead of worrying about the open bar, worry about transportation. Get cab numbers. Arrange car-pools. Make sure they have a safe way to get home.

The issue of Open Bar is often complex and thorny and causes a huge pain in the ass. Here's the good news. In your case? It's simple.

If there's one element of your wedding that your guests will remember it's the food. Along with the location, décor style and music, the catering will define the event. Cuisine gives you the opportunity to really show off your creativity; and if successful, will leave an ever-lasting impression on your guests.

So. Unless your bride has a bad feeling about this--and make sure she's being 100% honest--use your folks, pocket the cash, and go spend it on something worthwhile. Like... booze.

Do you think you have a good reason to skip the open bar? You don't. This can't be a compromise. Never sacrifice the open bar.