There are several things to consider when searching for event catering companies, and some of the best catering companies in the UK .... The Grazing Zebra have collated a few tips to think about if you're wondering how to find a caterer for your event.
1 - Date
It might sound silly, but you should have your venue booked and date confirmed before contacting caterers. Many catering companies take bookings months ahead, so you need to ensure the catering company near you is available for your date before going down the rabbit hole of menu options, tastings and budget. Speaking of budgets...
2 - Budget
Everyone loves an excuse to party, but if you're going to be holding an event, the amount of guests you can feed (and therefore invite), will depend on your budget. If you want to have a good quality artisan food option for your guests you need to set a budget, often worked out per head, before looking for event catering near you.
3 - Professionalism and Safety
It is so important to ensure that the catering company you choose is professional. Do your research - do they have a food licence? Do they have a professional and up to date website? Is it easy to get in contact with them? Do they ask about food allergies in your conversations? It is your duty to ensure you hire a professional catering company that can not only provide delicious food for your guest but sees it as a priority to kep them safe.
4 - Customer Reviews
Customer reviews can really highlight specific things that you may be looking for (or not) from your event caterers for your special event. We've gathered a few of our favourite reviews from last year's catering events to share with you. At The Grazing Zebra we are so proud that our passion for high quality food and a love of entertaining has resulted in catering for some fabulous events where our customers were left feeling happy - and full of course! Read on below to see what our customers have to say about The Grazing Zebra events catering service...
“Just the most wonderful and personalised service. Everyone at the wedding commented on how wonderful the food was presented and also how amazing every single item tasted. Thank you The Grazing Zebra!”
~ Lesley Hall, Bride ~
“Absolutely brilliant, thank you. The guests couldn’t stop eating and were very impressed.”
~ Kevin Hamlyn, Groom ~
“We chose the most amazing (catering) suppliers and we were so lucky! You were all so lovely and made it so easy for us. The grazing cups were absolutely delicious... everyone said they were unique and delicious... we were so so so impressed ...Thank you for being part of our day, we’ll be back for more fancy snacks.”
~ Lauren Housden, Bride ~
“I used The Grazing Zebra for a hen do this weekend and from the service to the quality of the food, everything was amazing. It was my first time using this company and Gabriella was very attentive and asked lots of questions when it came to allergies and dietary requirements within the group. I would 100% recommend The Grazing Zebra and will be using again!”
~ Molly Clayton, Maid of Honour ~
“Many thanks to The Grazing Zebra for the most amazing food at Brooke’s baptism party. We all had a lovely time.”
~ Emma Wright, Baptism Party ~
If you're looking for wedding caterers, a corporate event catering company or a general event catering company that can provide high quality grazing food, please get in touch with The Grazing Zebra today! You can email us or contact us through our website.