When it comes to hosting any caliber event the food is one of the most critical factors that can help elevate it to the next level. Whether you’re planning your wedding or just a family barbeque, delicious food makes an event much more memorable. As outside caterers, this is where we come in. In this blog, we will explore the benefits of hiring an outside catering company and which events require outside catering.
Outside caterers are not caterers who only operate outdoors, though we do offer this service if it suits your event. We specialise in bringing food to an event that either doesn’t have a team of in-house caterers or doesn’t have the facilities necessary to prepare food. For example, we do lots of work in village halls, marquees or wedding venues that don’t have their own team.
Taken with our food at Wickerwood Farm
Catering for weddings
A wedding is a once-in-a-lifetime occasion. There are many traditions surrounding weddings, our favourite of course being the food! Hiring an outside wedding catering service can take the stress off you and your partner allowing you to focus on the other factors that make up your day. Whether it’s a small informal gathering or a large-scale lavish affair, your wedding should be memorable for all the right reasons.
Here at Green Fig, we have huge amounts of experience in creating magical wedding menus and dining experiences. Developing a wedding menu can be a tricky task to tackle, especially when you take into consideration different tastes and budgets. We work with you to completely tailor the experience, ensuring that your guests are well-fed and satisfied. Unlike, large corporate companies we personally carry out every stage of the catering, from planning to cleaning. Leaving you to enjoy your day.
And rest assured, we only take on one large event at a time. It’s your day, and we will guarantee you our undivided attention.
Catering for barbeques
Ben on the barbie
Barbeques are a summer staple, and having an outside catering team can make hosting one a breeze. We take care of everything from the cooking to the serving (if you really need us that is!) and even provide any equipment such as grills and tables. No matter the celebration, be it a birthday, Christening, Anniversary or garden party, we will make the gathering personal and special. Whatever you’re looking for we will offer a menu that works for your budget and number of guests.
Using an outside caterer can add a touch of professionalism to your event. Having a pre-established menu that has a variety of options, from traditional burgers and hot dogs to more sophisticated dishes like grilled seafood, kebabs and gourmet salads, can really help to elevate the occasion. If you’re stuck for ideas give us a call, we have plenty! On top of the barbeque, we could arrange a finger buffet or help you create a more formal, fine dining experience.
Outside caterers for corporate events
Corporate events are the perfect opportunity to impress clients and colleagues. Sourcing some top-notch professional catering can help you do just that. Excellent food makes an event memorable, which is key if you’re trying to make a great first impression. Offering a great variety of menu options, from light bite-sized starters to full-table service meals, ensures everyone is accounted for and it really helps create the perfect mood to discuss business. We work for large and small companies on a regular basis. We have worked at large film shoots which has always been pretty exciting, as well as large agricultural shows and marquee charity events.
Get in touch
When it comes to hosting, bringing in outside caterers for any event can make all the difference. Allowing a talented team like ours to take care of the food will take a huge weight off your shoulders. This allows you to focus on making other important aspects of the day perfect. With a variety of menu options, setup and cleanup services, plus the ability to create a memorable atmosphere, Green Fig’s catering service is the perfect choice for any event.
Hopefully, this has given you some insight into which events require outside caterers. We love catering and this is what we do best – so throw some ideas at us and let’s see how we can help you!
If you’re interested in viewing the full extensive list of all the catering services we offer, then please click here. Alternatively, if you want to have a chat to discuss catering for your event don’t hesitate to get in touch. Please just send us an email at info@greenfigcateringcompany.com and we will get right back to you.