I love the idea of a buffet, but we
still want elegance. How can we achieve that?
A buffet can be a wonderful experience for guests, because
of the variety it offers—people don’t have to choose
between the filet or the sea bass (they can sample both!).
And a well-planned buffet can certainly be just as elegant
as a formal sit-down dinner.
One of our best buffet ideas is setting up food in smaller
stations. This means that guests can spread out, and move
and mingle all across the room. I love to offer passed hors
d’oeuvres, which add a layer of elegance to the whole
affair.
As guests indulge in dishes at a pasta, chicken, or salad
station, they can also sample smaller treats like shrimp or
sliced steak as they’re passed around.
A buffet can be a wonderful experience for guests, because
of the variety it offers—people don’t have to choose
between the filet or the sea bass (they can sample both!).
And a well-planned buffet can certainly be just as elegant
as a formal sit-down dinner. 
