Hashtag Magazine explores the biggest wedding food trends for 2025, where tradition meets innovation. From sustainable menus to immersive dining experiences, discover how couples are redefining wedding celebrations with unforgettable culinary delights.

1.What are the biggest wedding food trends you’re seeing for 2025?

Weddings in 2025 are all about minimal elegance and pastel-inspired setups, with menus that balance global influences and progressive Indian cuisine. Couples are seeking innovation with comfort, familiar dishes presented with a fresh twist alongside interactive experiences like live stations and sustainable, seasonal menus.

2.Are couples leaning more towards traditional Indian menus or global fusion cuisine?

Couples aren’t choosing between traditional Indian and global fusion, they’re blending both. Classics anchor the rituals, while progressive Indian and global flavors elevate cocktail nights and receptions, creating a menu that feels both rooted and modern.

3.What are the top three “wow factor” food presentations or setups couples are asking for?

One big wow factor we created was a dessert landscape, a flex printed with circles as placeholders where chefs designed patterns using edible paints, sauces, and garnishes before placing the desserts. Another unique idea has been edible jewellery, where guests could actually wear and eat the creations. Couples love these because they turn food into both art and experience. 

4.How are sustainability and locally sourced ingredients influencing wedding menus this year?

Couples today are embracing seasonal, locally sourced ingredients, not only for their freshness, but also to support farmers, reduce waste, and pair them with eco-friendly packaging and serve ware. It’s a mindful shift that makes weddings feel both luxurious and responsible.

5.What’s trending in wedding desserts?

Plated dinners are generally reserved for VIP sections and remain an option, but at weddings, live and interactive counters continue to be the highlight. They bring energy, engagement, and variety, which is why guests always love them.

When it comes to desserts, the trend is all about creativity and presentation. Couples are choosing sweets that match the theme of each function, traditional mithai for wedding rituals, and modern or western desserts for cocktail nights. Fusion desserts are also a big hit, like rasgulla with coffee syrup or tiramisu gulab jamun. Healthier stations with jaggery-based or fruit-based desserts are gaining popularity too. And for something unique, we’ve even created dessert landscapes like a canvas painted with edible paints that guests could scoop and enjoy, along with playful twists such as jalebi churros.

6.What’s the most memorable food trend you’ve executed recently? (Chef Input)

One of the most memorable trends we executed recently was ‘fire-to-plate’ dining, where everything is cooked right in front of the guests and served instantly. Live cooking stations make the whole experience interactive and exciting. For example, hot biryani served in mini matkas, (straight from the sigdi) or flying buffets where there’s no traditional buffet setup instead, it feels like an à la carte service, with dishes prepared fresh and served within minutes. This format works especially well for intimate gatherings with a smaller guest list.

7.How are caterers making food an interactive experience for guests?

Creating an interactive dining experience requires intention and careful planning. It’s almost like directing a play, from the welcoming aroma as guests walk in, to the sound of kebabs sizzling or golgappas crunching, to the cool feel of a ceramic bowl in hand, the visual storytelling on the plate, and finally the burst of flavour on the palate. Not every dish needs to engage all five senses, but the overall journey should  and that’s what truly sets us apart. 

8.What are the common mistakes couples make while planning their wedding menu?

A common mistake couples make while planning their wedding menu is not keeping their guests in mind. That’s where Foodlink steps in, we dive into the details and even conduct thorough guest profiling to ensure the menu truly connects with everyone attending. Another mistake is overloading the menu on a single day, too many dishes can feel overwhelming and often lead to unnecessary waste. We usually recommend creating a different menu for each event to keep things fresh and exciting, and always suggest including a counter of local comfort food, which guests really appreciate.

9.What’s your tip for making late-night snacks memorable at weddings?

Late-night snacks are best when they’re light and comforting, the kind of munchies you’d crave after a night out. Couples are adding fun touches like Maggi stalls, pizzas, rolls, kebabs, or even egg bhurji and omelette counters. Some go a step further with homely khichdi or indulgent treats like kulfi and warm brownies.

10.How are global flavours influencing Indian wedding menus this year?

Global flavours are no longer just add-ons, they’re being woven seamlessly into Indian wedding menus. We’re seeing sushi bars next to chaat counters, Middle Eastern grills paired with Indian kebabs, and Italian pastas with desi twists. Couples today want their menus to reflect their travels and personalities, so the food feels both familiar and adventurous at the same time. Fusion is an area we truly enjoy experimenting with for instance, at an event in Ahmedabad we created khandvi noodles and dhokla sushi, and the guests were absolutely delighted.

11.What are some creative presentation ideas you’re using to make food Instagram-worthy?

One of our most unforgettable ideas was a choreographed food parade designed like a culinary fashion show. Gourmet creations were served in motion, presented on bespoke platters by elegantly dressed servers, turning the act of service into performance. Our signature stations also add theatre from a caviar bar and a grazing table with exotic vegetables and aged cheeses, to a live bread oven and grill trolleys. Dishes like Palak Chaat Pops, Pomegranate Caviar with edible spoons, Raclette, and Malai Broccoli blend creativity with comfort. It’s not just about the food, it’s about drama, surprise, and delight at every turn, making it truly Instagram-worthy.

12.Are live cooking stations still popular, and how are they evolving in 2025?

Live stations are still a hit, but in 2025 they’re more curated, sushi bars, artisanal coffee counters, even chefs doing personalized plating. It’s about theatre as much as taste.

13.How are you catering to diverse dietary preferences while keeping the menu exciting?

Making healthy or dietary-specific food exciting can be a challenge, but that’s the kind of challenge Foodlink loves. We design vegan, gluten-free, Jain, or health-focused dishes that are just as creative and flavourful as the rest of the menu, so no one feels left out, and every guest still gets a memorable dining experience.

14.Are smaller, curated menus replacing lavish spreads, or is “more is more” still in?

Lavish spreads are still very much in demand. At big fat Indian weddings, especially in a flamboyant market, guests expect abundance. And for events without alcohol, the entire focus shifts to food, so a grand spread, fusion options, and a plethora of dishes almost go without saying.

15.What’s one innovative food-and-drink pairing trend you think will define 2025 weddings?

2025 is all about cross-cultural pairings. We’re seeing tequila with spicy kebabs, local craft beers paired with global street food, and even classic wine-and-cheese experiences being reimagined in fun, interactive ways. Red wine with slow-cooked meats is another trend couples are embracing, it feels indulgent yet timeless. Guests love how these unexpected pairings surprise the palate and add a playful twist to the dining experience.