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To know things will go as smoothly as they can on your wedding day, you need to begin the planning as early as possible. Working with a wedding planner is a great way to make sure this happens; and, you’re selecting the best wedding food for your wedding day. But, what should you consider as you’re planning the menu? These are a few ways to ensure you’re selecting the best wedding food to serve your guests.

Plan

As we mentioned, the earlier you plan and prep, the better the menu is going to be. When you have figures in mind, know who is attending, and when you work with the right caterers, your wedding day menu will shine.

How many guests?

This is part of the planning process. It is a good way to give the caterers a round figure, so they know what to prepare and how much. They’ll also determine what spices, seasonings, and other ingredients to add to the mix, based on the information you can provide.

Are there dietary restrictions?

Vegan or vegetarian restrictions? How about any food allergies in the room? You need to indicate to the chefs and caterers if there are food allergies, dietary restrictions, or if guests don’t like certain items. This will result in safer food service for all, and unique menu guests will also appreciate.

Seasonality is the best approach?

Choose foods, veggies, fruits, and ingredients that are in season. Work with the chefs to know what’s in season, as this will result in fresher taste for the foods they prepare.

Who’s the chef?

You want to work with a catering company with a solid reputation. And, you want to choose a chef that caters to your palette. Therefore, work with your wedding planner to set up a few taste tests, so you can determine what you like, what you don’t, and who the right company is to cater to the food service.

What’s the Style?

Sit-down dinner? Buffet, all you can eat, self-service line? These are a few options you might consider when selecting the foods/menu for your wedding day. Determine this in advance so you can create a menu that stands apart from other weddings you’ve attended.

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Why you need a counselor – 

Ivy League schools are challenging to get into; this is why in some cases, even the brightest students, who have the best grades, don’t get in. Why is this? In some cases

– They didn’t do AP courses in high school

– Others had great grades, but did not do extra curriculum or do any volunteer work

– Many dedicated their time to studies, but not sports or other clubs

All of these factors weigh into an Ivy League school’s decision to accept or deny a student acceptance. Therefore, you might not know what the top colleges are looking for when they admit a student. Working with a counselor you’ll know what you have to do, at all phases in your schooling, so that you do get into your dream school. 

Research you can’t do on your own – 

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There’s so much competition out there, and when you are the elite student, and need help with applications, you might not know where to turn, or what to include in your application packet. So, working with a team of specialists is a great way to ensure you get in, and you know where to apply for the top education you can receive. If you’re ready to begin the application process or if you have questions, a counselor can help you. At IvySelect you’re going to work with the premier counselors who will guide you through the … Read the rest

There is nothing like the comfort of a piping hot bowl of soup when the air is crisp and the snow is flying. However, this nutrient-rich, delicious food choice is something you can enjoy year-round.

Do Your Body Good

When you were a child, you probably were encouraged by your mother to eat chicken soup when you weren’t feeling well. Like so many so-called old wives’ tales, Mom was telling the truth. It turns out that chicken soup contains an amino acid that is often prescribed for bronchitis. Furthermore, the garlic and pepper that are often added as seasonings are powerful decongestants. Finally, chicken soup has anti-inflammatory properties. Any way that you can reduce this in your body is a bonus since inflammation can be linked to chronic diseases such as arthritis, cancer and heart disease.

Start Your Day Right

Although soup is not a staple of breakfast in the American culture, millions of people in Asia start their day with a hot bowl of rice or miso broth. It’s a great way to wake up your metabolism after it has been at rest for several hours while you slept.

Great Use of Leftovers

Soup is incredibly forgiving. All you need is a fortifying broth, and you can add virtually any bits of meat and veggies that are taking up space in your refrigerator. As a result, nothing goes to waste.

Get Your Veggies

If you are like many of us, you have a hard time eating the recommended amount of vegetable servings each day. You might also find it challenging to get excited about eating those especially nutritious but not always tasty dark leafy greens such as kale. With soup, you truly can throw even the strongest-tasting green in, let it simmer for a while and eventually end up with a pleasing amalgam of numerous flavors that is packed with the antioxidants and vitamins your body needs for optimal performance.

Save Time

Letting a big pot of soup simmer on the stove throughout a frigid winter day can make for an appealing meal and one of the best uses for soup. However, you can also quickly throw together a pot of pressure cooker chicken noodle soup or a wide variety of other recipes that can be cooked in a matter of minutes. Thanks to your pressure cooker, you can achieve the same long-simmered rich flavor in a fraction of … Read the rest