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Premier Crew Hospitality Ltd

Established in 2003, Premier Crew Hospitality Limited offers impeccable event coordination with innovative food presentation and delightful drinks.

The Golden Whisk

The Golden Whisk

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Bespoke catering service covering Essex, London, and the South East.

Barbecue Grill Master

Barbecue Grill Master

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Experience the finest in outdoor catering with Barbecue Grill Master, your go-to for exceptional barbecue, hog roast, and lamb roast services.

House of Ballers

House of Ballers

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House of Ballers is a young and vibrant company serving up delicious, tasty, and fresh food, desserts, and drinks at events across the UK.

Snow White Catering

Snow White Catering

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Snow White Catering offers delightful ice cream vans and a variety of food units for your event needs.

Julies Naafi

Julies Naafi

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Discover delicious, freshly cooked food at your events with our friendly, family-run catering service.

Chef Lopez Events

Chef Lopez Events

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Chef Lopez Events is an award-winning company offering catering, grazing tables, mobile bars, mixologists, photo booths, DJs, and more.

Where D'ya Get That Food

Caterers in Medway offering children's parties, cold finger buffets, sit-down meals, and hot buffets with waitress service.

Home-style Caterers

Home-style Caterers

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Home-style Caterers provide delicious hot and cold buffets for any occasion, from weddings to birthdays.

Brat-Bros Catering

Brat-Bros Catering

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We are a modern street food caterer offering a 5-star service for all events.

The Horsebox UK

The Horsebox UK

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The Horsebox UK offers unique catering with barista coffee and gourmet toasties from a charming 1960s rustic horsebox trailer.

Plant Based Afternoon Tea
From £65 per guest

Enjoy a beautifully crafted afternoon tea, perfect for special occasions or just a treat with friends custom menus available to suit your unique celebration. S A N D W I C H E S & S A V O U R Y CREAM CHEESE - soft vegan cream cheese with cucumber & cress SMOKEY MUSHROOM- vegan cheese, lettuce OLIVE TAPENADE - rocket, avocado, sundried tomato CHICKPEA ‘TUNA’ - mayo, sweetcorn, pea shoots SAUSSAGE ROLL sage and onion sausage filling wrapped in puff pastry S C O N E S - freshly made served with vegan clotted cream & strawberry jam S W E E T T R E A T S CHOCOLATE MOUSSE CAKE - on an oat & ginger biscuit base VICTORIA SPONGE - light vanilla sponge cake with strawberries & cream CHOCOLATE ORANGE BROWNIE - rich, fudgy chocolate & orange brownie COCONUT POTS - layers of coconut yoghurt, fresh mango and a mango & passionfruit coulis dont have a sweet tooth? we can take out your sweet treats and replace with our... SAVOURY CHEESECAKE - cream cracker base loaded with garlic & herb cream cheese middle and topped with a vegan cheese selection, crackers, chutneys, pickles, grapes & fresh fig

Plant Based Feasting Menu
From £35 per guest

Our feasting menu is designed to help you create the perfect dining experience for your guests. We’ll work with you to select dishes and tailor the menu to suit your budget and needs. Choose from a beautifully presented self-serve feasting table or a sit-down, family-style sharing meal, both designed to bring people together over vibrant, plant based food. C A N A P E S AUBERGINE SKEWERS - aubergine roasted in sesame oil and soy sauce served with satay dressing SAUSAGE ROLLS - sage & onion / mushroom or samosa ARANCINI BALLS - mushroom risotto balls, fried in panko breadcrumb COURGETTE PAKORAS - spiced courgette, onion pakoras, fried and served with mango chutney CROSTINI’S - mushroom pate / pea & mint / chickpea tuna / olive tapenade BRUSCHETTA - toasted ciabatta bites with tomato & garlic FALAFEL - served on a chicory leaf with hummus SLIDERS - mini burgers with lettuce, mayo & gherkins S H A R I N G P L A T T E R S NACHOS - crispy kale, sweetcorn, vegan cheese, spicy cashew cream MISO AVOCADO TARTARE - quinoa, spinach, crackers MEZE BOARD - selection of hummus, crackers, olives & antipasti BREAD BOARD - selection of breads, served with dipping oils, butter, pickles & olives CHEESE BOARD - selection of crackers, served with a vegan cheese selection, pickles & chutneys T H E S A L A D S TOMATO CEVICHE - thinly sliced rainbow tomatoes, green onions, olive oil POTATO SALAD - capers, gherkins, red pickled onion, vegan mayo TABBOULEH SALAD - cous cous, cucumber, tomatoes, herbs, ASIAN NOODLE SALAD - thick udon noodles, red cabbage, carrots in a spicy peanut dressing ORZO SALAD - black & green olives, artichoke, sundried tomato’s FATTOUSH - cucumber, tomato, herbs and lettuce, crunchy pitta CURRIED CAULIFLOWER - baby spinach, mango, chickpeas, coconut yogurt dressing RAINBOW SLAW - red & green cabbage, carrots, radish, vegan mayo GREEN BEANS - toasted almonds, garlic, vegan feta ROASTED SQUASH - beetroot, pomegranate, rocket, pumpkin seeds RED PESTO PASTA SALAD - with black olives & capers GREEN PESTO SALAD - with charred broccoli & garden peas M A I N S ‘BEEF’ WELLINGTON - crisp puff pastry, with mushroom pate wrapped around our juicy marbles steak loin QUICHE - roasted cherry tomatoes & spinach MAC & CHEESE - rich plant-based cheese sauce with seasonal greens LASAGNE - layers of pasta and a plant based cheese sauce, rich tomato ragu SPICED CAULIFLOWER TACOS - roasted cauliflower, slaw, dressed with a paprika mayo served in a corn tortilla wrap PULLED BEEF TACOS - pan fried shredded ‘beef’ loaded on guacamole, lettuce served in a corn tortilla wrap S A N D W I C H S E L E C T I O N SMOKY MUSHROOM - vegan cheese, lettuce OLIVE TAPENADE - rocket, avocado, sundried tomato CHICKPEA ‘TUNA’ - mayo, sweetcorn, pea shoots NEW YORKER - vegan cheese, red cabbage, pickles, mustard mayo, plant-based pastrami S I D E S STUFFED COURGETTE - breadcrumbs, sundried tomato, vegan feta CORN RIBS - roasted with paprika & garlic ROAST POTATOS - golden and cripsy BAKED MASHED POTATO - topped with melted cheese NEW POTATOES - served with melted butter and herbs BAKED RICE - with confit garlic & tomatoes D E S S E R T MOUSSE CAKES - on an oaty biscuit base Chocolate or Strawberry BREAD & BUTTER PUDDING - baked in homemade custard with a hint of cinnamon FRUIT PLATTER - selection of seasonal fruits with coconut yogurt CHEESE & CRACKER - selection of vegan cheeses with crackers, chutney’s & pickles TIRAMISU - classic Italian dessert known for its rich, creamy layers and coffee-infused flavour

The Plant Based Italian Job
From £65 per guest

Savour a delicious Italian-inspired dining experience, crafted to bring classic Italian flavours to your table. Custom menus available to suit your special occasion. S T A R T E R ARANCINI - mushroom risotto rice balls, covered in breadcrumb, fried served on a bed of rocket and topped with olive crumb FOCACCIA - tomato & olive bread served with fig balsamic & olive oil dip with a selection of olives & pickles M A I N S LASAGNE - layers of tomato & vegetable ragu, pasta and our signature cheese sauce TOMATO CEVICHE - thinly sliced rainbow tomatoes, green onions, olive oil FIG SALAD - leafy salad with cucumber, green onions, crunchy croutons, pomegranate and fresh figs D E S S E R T - choose one option TIRAMISU - classic Italian dessert known for its rich, creamy layers and coffee-infused flavour CHOCOLATE MOUSSE CAKE - on an oat & ginger biscuit base SAVOURY CHEESECAKE - cream cracker base loaded with a garlic & herb cream cheese middle and topped with a vegan cheese selection, crackers, chutneys, pickles, grapes & fresh fig

Plant Based Roast
From £0 per guest

Enjoy a classic roast dinner experience, made with seasonal ingredients and tailored to your preferences. Custom menus available to suit your special occasion. S T A R T E R MUSHROOM PATE - mushroom pate, served with a selection of breads and pickles OR SEASONAL SOUP - served a with bread roll M A I N S ‘BEEF’ WELLINGTON - crisp puff pastry, with mushroom pate wrapped around our juicy marbles steak loin CAULIFLOWER & CHEEZE - whole roasted cauliflower on a bed of garlic & leeks with a side of our signature cheeze sauce ALL SERVED WITH roasted carrots roasted parsnips green beans yorkshire puds stuffing balls gravy D E S S E R T - choose one option BREAD & BUTTER PUDDING - baked in home made custard with a touch of cinnamon CHOCOLATE MOUSSE CAKE - on an oat & ginger biscuit base CRUMBLE & CUSTARD - made with seasonal fruit SAVOURY CHEESECAKE - cream cracker base loaded a with garlic & herb cream cheese and topped with a vegan cheese selection, crackers, chutneys, pickles, grapes & fresh fig

Plant Based Mexican Fiesta
From £65 per guest

Bring the party vibes with our Mexican Fiesta. Custom menus are available to make your special occasion truly unforgettable S T A R T E R EMPANADAS - crisp pastry wrapped around a bean & cheese filling QUESADILLA - tortillas filled with mushroom & cheese and pan fried TRIO OF DIPS - guacamole, refried beans, tomato salsa & tortilla chips M A I N S SPICED CAULIFLOWER TACOS - roasted cauliflower, slaw, dressed with a paprika mayo served in a corn tortilla wrap PULLED BEEF TACOS - pan fried shredded ‘beef’ loaded on guacamole, lettuce served in a corn tortilla wrap MEXICAN RICE - with peppers, green onions and baked garlic, cumin and paprika CORN RIBS - roasted with paprika, garlic and blow torched at the table NACHOS - loaded with crispy kale, baby corn, cheese and spicy cashew cream D E S S E R T CHURROS - light and fully churros, fried and coated in a cinnamon sugar and served with a chocolate dipping sauce

Raffelinas Catering

Raffelinas Catering

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Affordable catering for all your private and corporate events.

Giant Paella Catering
From £13 per guest

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Inn Supplies

Inn Supplies

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Event Supplies - the UK's leading online supplier of disposable catering products and equipment.

Capital Caterers

Capital Caterers

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Catering to the Capital, we provide sandwiches, buffets, canapés, breakfast platters, and more.

Butler & HOG

Butler & HOG

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Premium yet affordable events and catering company, run by Henry and Alexander with 40 years of experience in creating great food and hosting amazing, personal parties.

Greenleaf Catering

Greenleaf Catering

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We are a London-based catering company offering private, corporate, and festival/outdoor catering services.

Akili'S Kitchen

Akili'S Kitchen

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Catering, cakes, and patisserie crafted to your unique specifications.

Crepe Pancake Catering

Crepe Pancake Catering

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Experience the joy of creating and savouring delicious crepes with our mobile crepe bar, perfect for any event.

French Food Catering Company

Indulge in the finest French crepes and pancakes for your events in London, crafted to perfection by our professional chefs.

Weddings with our trailer
From £15 per guest

We cater to all styles of wedding and would be honoured to help make your day special. We cater to your taste as our team of professional chefs specialise in all world cuisines. We charge £15 per head and offer a discount for our recommended customers. First time customers also get a discount.

TT Catering

TT Catering

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Indulge in freshly cooked delights like French Crêpes, Belgian Waffles, and Artisan Pizza, or hire our charming vintage horsebox bar for your event.

The Tipsy Pigs

The Tipsy Pigs

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We are the Tipsy Pigs, dedicated to creating food that inspires fun. Specialising in hog roasts, BBQs, and event catering, we also offer a unique VW Campervan Mobile Bar, called Tipsy.

Find caterers for your next event in Essex

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Organising an event in Essex and want to impress your guests with great food? Local caterers can provide everything from afternoon teas to gourmet banquets, adapting their menus to match your celebration, whether it is a birthday, wedding or company function. Many offer a full service, including set-up, serving staff and clearing away at the end. Choosing a professional caterer in Essex means your event will benefit from their expertise and attention to detail. They know how to deliver tasty food safely, manage timings, and accommodate special diets without fuss. This takes the pressure off you, so you can focus on your guests rather than worrying about the kitchen. To find the right caterer for your event in Essex, take a look at the options available on Eventsense and compare menus, prices and reviews.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about Event catering.

The cost of hiring a private caterer can vary depending on a number of factors, such as the type of event, the number of guests, the menu selection, and the level of service required. In general, you can expect to pay anywhere from £10 to £100 per person for a catered event, with an average cost of around £30 to £50 per person.


It's important to note that these prices are just estimates and may vary depending on your specific requirements and location. It's best to send an enquiry using Eventsense to get a quote based on your specific event needs. This will give you a better idea of the average cost and help you compare prices to find the best deal.


  • Determine your budget for catering and make sure you find a caterer who can work within your price range.
  • Different caterers may specialise in different types of events, such as weddings, corporate events, or private parties. Make sure you choose a caterer who has experience in catering the type of event you are planning.
  • Consider and budget for any other service staff
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