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THE RECEPTION
RECEPTION MENU Take your guest on a culinary tour of your heritage how about falafel, dim sum, or sushi? Keep in mind that some of your Jewish guests may keep kosher. If this is the case, your caterer may be able to bring in special kosher meals for them. Many Jews who do not keep kosher nonetheless avoid certain unkosher foods when choosing their reception menus. Other religions also have dietary restrictions. Check with your family or your new in-laws to see if any foods should not be served at your interfaith wedding reception.
RELIGIOUS DIETARY RESTRICTIONS: Jewish pork, lobster, crab, shrimp, scallops, catfish (among others) Hindu beef, some Hindus are completely vegetarian Muslim - pork, alcohol
JEWISH WEDDING RECEPTION TRADITIONS Many Jewish wedding receptions begin with the Hora, the Jewish circle dance. This dance is lots of fun and anybody can do it. Everyone stands in a circle, holding hands and dancing together in the same direction. The music for the Hora is frequently "Hava Nagila", a popular Jewish wedding song. During the dancing of the Hora, sometimes guests sit the bride and groom on chairs, lift them into the air, and parade them around the room. Be sure to choose strong guests!
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