Creating a reception menu is definitely one of the most fun and exciting parts of the wedding planning process. After all, everyone loves a delicious meal paired with an amazing celebration. As you?re creating the menu for your big day, you may want to take into consideration how to make it eco-friendly. There are many ways to do this, but it may not always be straightforward. Here’s five tips for planning a menu that’s healthy for the planet and that your guests will love!

Use Locally Grown Food

Supporting local farmers isn?t only great for your community and economy, but it?s also great for the planet. Using locally sourced food cuts down on shipping needs. The National Sustainable Agriculture Information Service reports that fresh produce in the U.S. travels an average of 1,300 to 2,000 miles between farms and consumers. That means a heavy carbon footprint, not to mention less flavor and fewer nutrients due to the long journey between when it?s harvested and when it?s actually consumed. Getting the food that makes up your wedding meal from local sources cuts down on the carbon footprint and tastes better, which is a win-win! Choose What?s in Season
Different locally grown fruits and vegetables are obviously going to be available based on what season your wedding is taking place. With that being said, plan out the food you?re going to serve based off of what seasonal items will be readily available. This is the best way to sustainably source food and to su...