From food stalls to five-course dinners — we’re diving into all things Bali wedding catering. We break down villa vs. hotel restrictions, what catering really costs, how to save on drinks, dining styles (buffet vs. shared vs. cocktail), and the dessert debate: cake or no cake? Plus, our fave extras, managing dietary needs, and the truth about duty-free. If food is a priority — listen to this first

From cocktail nibbles to full-blown feasts, we’re dishing up everything you need to know about wedding catering in Bali. If food and drinks are a priority (and let’s be real, they should be), this episode is your go-to guide before locking in a venue or caterer.

We’re serving up all the juicy details on:

• 🍴 Where outside catering is allowed (and where it’s a hard no)
  

• 🏨 Hotel + restaurant catering restrictions — what’s included vs what’s controlled
  

• 💸 Realistic pricing — from budget bites to bougie bites
  

• 🍹 Hotel drinks packages and how to get better bang for your buck
  

• 🏡 Villa vs hotel weddings — especially if food is a huge focus or you're inviting 100+ guests
  

• 🍽️ Dining styles: cocktail, shared family style, buffet or set menu — what’s trending and what works best for Bali
  

• 🧁 Cakes: classic, overrated, or just one part of a bigger dessert moment?
  

• 😍 Cake alternatives: donut walls, champagne towers, shot walls — we’ve seen it all
  

• 🍧 Our fave food extras — think gelato carts, taco trucks and late-night McDonald’s
  

• ❓ Is cocktail style really cheaper than a sit-down dinner? (Spoiler: not always…)
  

• 🌱 Managing dietary needs the easy way
  

• 🍾 Our exclusive bar team — why they’re our go-to and a little BB secret
  

• ✅ What to ask when comparing catering companies
  

• 🛃 Duty-free alcohol — can you bring it in? Is it legal? What happens if you get caught?
  

Whether you're in your tasting era or haven't even thought about the menu yet — this one’s for you. Grab a snack and let’s dig in.

This week on Bali Weddings Unveiled, we sit down with not one — but TWO — powerhouse legends behind the lens: Irene, Terralogical’s relationship manager of 8 years, and Iriz, their lead photographer and partner of 10 years. If you’ve ever swooned over dreamy Bali wedding photos, there’s a good chance this duo had something to do with it.

Terralogical is one of Bali’s most iconic photography brands, now with studios in Jakarta and Singapore — and we’re pulling back the curtain on what really goes into capturing love stories around the world.

We chat through:

• What makes a great wedding photographer (and how to spot the difference)

• Their signature photography style and how it’s evolved over time

• Favourite Bali wedding venues to shoot at (yes, they spill the tea)

• What makes Bali such a standout destination for photography

• Tips for choosing the right photographer for your day

• What clients often don’t realise about photography until it’s too late
  

• Virtual photo shoots during the pandemic (yes, that’s a thing and yes, it's wild)

• Postponement + cancellation policies: what’s standard and what’s not

• The full booking process from enquiry to image delivery

• The real cost of running a photography business (spoiler: it’s not just clicking a button)

• And of course… the weirdest requests they’ve ever received
  

Whether you're a couple planning your dream day, a photographer in the industry, or just nosy like us — this episode is packed with laughs, insight, and behind-the-scenes gold.

This episode is all about your wedding A-Team – the key suppliers who can make or break your big day in Bali. We’re diving deep into Step 1 of our planning process: locking in your five non-negotiables.

We cover:

• The five suppliers we ALWAYS book first:

  ✨ Hair & Makeup ✨ Celebrant ✨ Photographer ✨ Videographer ✨ Entertainment (DJs & Bands)
  How we narrow down our go-to supplier list:
  - 🚩 What makes a supplier a YES... and what gets them blacklisted

  - Our top picks and a bit of spicy honesty on who’s not coming back

  - The biggest mistake couples make when booking these five
  

🎧 PLUS:

• - 💍 Can you legally get married in Bali? What you need to know before saying "I do"
  - 💸 “Hidden” costs couples don’t budget for – like:
  - Power upgrades for bands or lighting
  - Crew meals (yes, even the DJ needs to eat)
  - Extra setup hours
  - Live band transport fees
  - Generator hire for beach/cliff venues
  - Lighting packages not included in your venue
  - Overtime for hair & makeup if things run late
  - Sound checks and early arrival fees

  
  

🎤 When it comes to entertainment, we break down:

• - The difference between DJ-only, DJ + sax, and full bands
  - What costs come with each (hint: more people = more logistics)
  - Why your vibe really matters when choosing who plays the tunes
  - The reality of sourcing great talent in Bali (and why we stick with our faves)

  
  

We also give you a sneak peek at what’s next in our planning process: → Step 2: Catering → Step 3: Styling & Décor → Step 4: Stationery & Formalities

If you’re planning a Bali wedding and want to build your dream vendor team without blowing your budget or leaving it too late, this episode is packed with gold.

Tristan Moy: @tristanbalibrides

Britta Petersen: @britta_balibrides

Bali Brides: @balibridesau & @balibridesteam

www.balibrides.com.au