15 Hidden Costs That Can Blow Your Wedding Budget Photo credit: CC license by Erik Abderhalden 11. Vendor Meals People who contribute to your wedding reception, such as musicians, wedding coordinators and day-of helpers need to be included in your reception food budget. Talk to your vendors ahead of time so you understand their expectations. Coordinate with your caterers to have food available to your vendors. Prev11 of 16Next Facebook Comments comments