Guests are expected to pay for their meals; how to state?

Dear Polite One,

I need to inform my guests that they will have to send checks to my account or pay the restaurant directly for their reception meal. How do I do this?

Dear Visitor,

Sorry but this is never done. It is impolite way to ask guests to provide the party. Hosts provide the entire party, especially when the party is a wedding reception. You are essentially asking guests to pay for your reception. It would be best to host the party you can afford to host. This is what we do when we invite.

Sincerely,

The Polite One

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