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Starting up a mobile catering business might just be the best thing you ever do. And we can help you to do it the right way with lots of tools, advice and help on all things safe, legal and profitable. But before we get into all of that, check out these ten reasons why this industry is so great, and start getting excited about making it your own! You can be your own boss Many people dream of being their own boss. It’s the fantasy of not needing to answer to anyone else or have meddling managers interfere with your work when you clearly know best. In your own business you make the decisions. Running your own mobile catering business allows you to do just that.  The start up costs are generally pretty low A lot of people are put off from running their own business because it requires a massive capital investment. Many just don’t have access to that amount of cash. But it is possible to begin operating your mobile catering business with just a few thousand pounds. You won’t have a b...

Whether you need corporate catering for a working lunch, conference, cocktail party, or the office Christmas lunch, there are many things you need to consider. To ensure nothing gets missed, we’ve created this simple guide for you. Check out our infographic below to help you get started when ordering corporate catering for the office . Tips for Ordering Corporate Catering Before ordering office catering, some things you need to consider first include: Size of your group – whether it’s a small working lunch of 5 attendees to a large corporate function for 100, the size of your group will determine the type of food ordered Who will be attending your corporate event or meeting – will VIP clients be attending or is it just a casual affair with office staff? The time of day of the meeting or event – will it be held in the morning, lunchtime, late afternoon or will it run all day? How long will the function or event last? Your budget Now that you’ve determined these things, here are 4 steps...

Whether you are catering for events or in the street, it is really important to think about how you are going to promote your business. In this blog we look at five ways to promote your business to get you started. It is very important to get your name in people's mind, especially when you are starting out. For mobile caterers , this can be more tricky because you may or may not be trading in the same location every day. It is therefore essential to build a brand for your business. Having an easily recognisable brand helps people to know quickly what you are serving, helping your potential customers make the choice to choose you! With this in mind, we’ve put together a list of our top five tips to get you thinking about how you can promote your business to help you plan what your brand might look like. 1. CREATE A LOGO As well as thinking up a name that fits your business, it is a good idea to have a logo that makes you easily recognisable. You will want to think about what colour...

The main focus of a corporate event is often on how you present your concept or idea, but of equal importance is how you create a b impression and build a lasting relationship with your guests. Something that a lot of corporate events don’t take into consideration is how they are going to ensure that guests leave the venue with more than just an idea, but an experience. Providing them with a high quality dining experience is one of the best ways to do this, and is why we strive to ensure that our corporate dining services stand out as something truly exceptional. After going to a corporate event in London it shocked me to see the lack of attention given to what is a fundamental part of corporate events. It is very important to understand who you are catering for. If the company is health orientated, for example, it goes without saying that the platters served should be full of healthy food. Understanding your guest is essential in making them happy, and accommodating everyone goes a ...

Are you planning a family reunion, wedding, family function, company picnic, tailgating party or sporting event? No matter what the occasion is, you need a good outdoor catering service to take care of everything – from tents and furniture arrangements to backdrops, floral displays, and food. Hiring the best outdoor catering in London can easily transform any outdoor event into what you’ve envisioned it to be. From intimate family celebrations to large-scale company promotion events, an experienced outdoor catering company ensures that your guests are impressed with the arrangements, as well as their culinary art. When choosing an outdoor catering service, you enquire about their food and beverages. You may ask for recommendations from your family or friends about the caterers with the best menu options. When people attend any event, they usually remember where they enjoy their meal the most. Otherwise, you may even search online to find the best outdoor caterers near you based on cus...

Street food is often sold from mobile food vans in public spaces like markets and events. It’s quick to order, ready to eat, and should be made from high-quality ingredients. According to chefs interviewed by Food and Drink magazine on trends for 2021, comfort food and old classics like mac and cheese, stews and curries are high on the list. Other popular street food examples include: Mexican burritos and tacos burgers pizza Indian masala dosa bao buns paella Pros and cons of starting a street food business It’s likely that you’ve already got some experience in the catering industry – perhaps in a pub or a restaurant – but now you want to go it alone and be your own boss. As with anything, there’s going to be some pros and cons with setting up your food truck business – so it’s important to do your research. Pros start-up costs are much lower than opening a restaurant low-risk investment with low-cost rents for a market stall space cook and create recipes all the time meet like minded...