Do I have to include the DJ, Videography, or Photography in my final count for the reception?

Question

Do they eat too during the reception or just working?

Answer 1

yes itd be nice but you dont have to but sure during their break theyd like to eat and not have to watch others eat

Answer 2

Usually you can get vendor meals at a discount (50% off, in my experience) from your caterer, so ask your caterer if they give discounts for vendors.  However, usually your vendors can also eat the regular meals in case you have some no-shows to the reception.  

Answer 3

Usually the venue or caterer will offer "vendor" meals. Ask whoever is in charge of the food at your wedding. Some caterers will offer discounts if it is a vendor meal. But you should definitely feed your vendors. Besides - would you really want the photographer to be taking pictures while you have a bunch of food in your mouth?  

Answer 4

Yes, definitely. In all cases your taking about at least 8 hours of work, and you can't do that without eating. The hall usually gives you a break on a vendor table thoguh.