The other thing is to check with the catering company. They might have a certain percentage over and above what you order for this exact contingency. And if its that much per plate, it would be to their advantage to have an extra 10 meals ready so they can give you a final number that is higher.
When I worked at a hotel that did weddings, we always made extra. Whatever wasn't used the staff was allowed to buy for a greatly discounted rate.
Aside from that, as somebody who forgot to RSVP once it was nice to still be included in the end. (I was like 20 at the time.) But if your mom has called, emailed, etc there really is no excuse.
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