Food & Lifestyle

Hog Roasts are the new sensation sweeping the nation. Yes, they have been going for a fair few years- the medieval world was a huge fan of the spit roast after all. When one pictures a succulent hog glistening that lovely, rich mahogany colour, with an apple in its mouth, images of women with flowing locks and frocks, and cone-like head pieces, and men with jugs of ale and pink blushed cheeks, come leaping into view. Yes, Henry the Eighth may have been all too enamored with the hog roast, but so, it seems, are we. The hog roast is back. One of the best things about a hog roast is that it’s relatively low maintenance, yet feeds an army of hungry people. A whole hog roast can feed up to 120. Now that’s a party! Ideally, for a full sized pig roast, you would want at least 50 guests at your event. For parties smaller than 50 people it would be best to opt for a smaller beast, a lamb would be the perfect choice. A whole lamb roast will feed up to 45 people. So, once you’ve decided how many...

Before you take a risk on any business venture, you need to have a solid business plan in place. Of course, if this was all it took to launch a successful business, there’d be a lot more Richard Bransons walking around — the really hard part is executing the plan. Nonetheless, if you don’t have a well-thought-out and realistic business plan, you’re doomed to fail. Here’s how to create one for your catering business in uk and give yourself the best possible chance of success. Find your target market First, you need to find your target market. Weddings, parties, and business conferences all need catering, and you’ll be a lot more likely to succeed if you focus on one niche. It’s important to pick one clearly-defined target market and build a business around solving one of their specific pain points. You can then build your brand around this sector, which will influence the tone of all your marketing efforts and the way you interact with your customers. Think of it this way: If you were ...

Hog Roast Prices A blow-out event is a great excuse for a huge hog roast, but they don’t necessarily come with a bank-breaking price tag. Hog roast hire can be as simple or as fancy as your event dictates, and are always a great way to get your guests talking. Hog roasts typically use little space and most will come with tents or serving tables included. A hog roast is an excellent option for parties with limited area, great value for a budget, and a meat lover's dream! Number of Guests The number of attendees at your event will affect the size of the pig you’ll need to roast, which will, in turn, affect the total price of the service. Usually, feeding up to 100 people will provide very slight variance in cost but feeding up to 200 will raise the bill. If you’re feeding under 40 people, a hog roast might not be the most cost-effective choice - unless you’re hoping for a lot of leftovers! Menu and Side Options The cost for a hog roast can be totally transformed by your choice of si...

A catering van business is a low-cost, low-risk venture for those looking to set up a food business. Rather than simply being a convenient way of eating, catering vans have become a gastronomical experience in themselves. Festival catering van offers a unique eating experience and can be found at a variety of events and locations. Customers have come to expect restaurant-quality food at a more affordable price – but don’t be fooled into thinking the lower price will harm your profits. A catering van has significantly lower overhead and running costs than traditional food establishments, increasing your profits. Catering vans have no culinary limits. You can serve any type of cuisine you choose, focusing on your culinary strengths and the type of food that is most likely to make a profit. Catering vans offer culinary diversity to their customers. When setting up your catering van business, it may be recommended to focus on a specific type of cuisine. You can then fine-tune your menu. T...

Over the past few years, street food catering have exploded in popularity. From local parks, city centres, and even Food Channel shows, one thing is for sure; everybody loves a food truck business. They’re fast, creative, and usually a lot cheaper than going to a fancy sit-down restaurant. As wonderful as all of this sounds, however, many aspiring chefs fail to realize the costs associated with opening their first food truck. When you’re looking at how much to start a food truck business , you need to consider costs of the truck, cooking equipment, renting locations, and even advertising. If you want to be successful, then you need to treat your truck like a business. There are plenty of opportunities for small business owners in the food truck industry. Instead of investing in a full brick-and-mortar location, you can start your own food service business with just a vehicle, cooking equipment, and ingredients. If you’re interested in starting a food truck business , the first step is...

If you’ve got the budget, a van makes life easier,  – but the right ones can come at a cost. ‘The vans people want are the vintage ones; Citroen H Van is the king of UK Street food , but you’re looking at around £45,000 (plus fit-out of kit) to get something that gives you some space and is mechanically sound,’ With one of these, the ‘ street food elite ’ will consider you for their events and you’ll get plenty of wedding work if that’s what you want, ‘Even then consider how far you want to travel; they are notoriously unreliable and slow.’ One other option is to explore second-hand vehicles. On E-bay for example, there are fitted out Citroen H Vans and VW Camper vans going in the region of £15,000 to £20,000. Of course, you’ll need to factor in any refurbishments and possibly mechanical work into these prices before you’re ready to hit the road. If you are thinking about festivals and bigger events, consider whether a van is what you need. ‘You can invest your money in pitch ...

Over the past few years, food trucks have exploded in popularity. From local parks, city centres, and even Food Channel shows, one thing is for sure; everybody loves a food truck business in uk . They’re fast, creative, and usually a lot cheaper than going to a fancy sit-down restaurant. For chefs and cooks, food trucks open up a whole new realm of creativity. You can have full control of the menu, without having to report to the usual restaurant hierarchy. The only thing that you have to worry about is keeping your customers loyal, satisfied, and interested. As wonderful as all of this sounds, however, many aspiring chefs fail to realise the costs associated with opening their first food truck. When you’re looking at how much to start a food truck business , you need to consider costs of the truck, cooking equipment, renting locations, and even advertising. If you want to be successful, then you need to treat your truck like a business. ‘I had a passion for food and the main drive fo...

Mobile hog roast business has hit the market – and it ticks all the boxes for someone who fancies a nice little earner with great potential for growth.Greedy Little Pig specialises in offering delicious hog roasts at private, corporate events and festivals along all kinds of celebratory occasions. Weddings being number one. It continues to be a firm favourite with customers for sure.The well-established business includes the all the equipment needed – including five Hog Boss ovens, a Ford Transit van with distinctive signage, gazebos, stainless steel serving counters, uniforms, a high pressure jet wash, a slick website, supplier and customer contacts and bookings for future events. there’s potential to start earning straight away and, even better, it’s being sold for a reduced price right now.The business attracts a lot of corporate bookings and hotels for weddings, but it’s equally in demand from people who are having a party at their home and want something different. ‘self serve’ o...

Whether you already have a food truck caterin g business or are currently in the process of setting one up, you need to make sure that your target customers know about your business. It doesn’t matter how good your chili dogs, vegan burgers, tacos, or smoothies are, if no one knows about your business, you will not get as many sales as you may want. The thought of working on marketing for a business can make many people nervous, however, it doesn’t need to be as difficult as you may think. In the following post, we are going to highlight 20 great and easy-to-implement marketing ideas. Optimize your food truck business website for smartphones and tablets Add a blog to your site and regularly update it Make sure you have an active social media presence Use relevant and appropriate # hashtags effectively Make full use of Instagram Stories Don’t dismiss press releases, as these are still effective Book a spot in local and national trade shows as these are an excellent way to reach a gr...

In recent years, it’s becoming more and more of a trend for people to have a showstopper to their event catering like delicious hog or spit roasts . The idea of having a large complete animal fully cooked, slowly with the tenderest and most deeply and richly flavoured meats, spreading those strong aromas to all areas of the venue, is something that is really exciting, dramatic and involves all the senses. If you want to put on the event to end all events with a spit roast or hog roast, there are a lot of things you need to do beyond just picking the right meat. To help you out we are going to look at some tips for the most delicious of hog roasts . GET THAT FIRE STARTED AS EARLY AS POSSIBLE Many misunderstand the process and think they need a whole lot of smoke and flames when really all you need is a nice bed of hot coals. The best way to start things off is by making nice piles in the spit with charcoal and allow them to warm up until they are very hot. BE AS EVEN AND BALANCED AS YO...

There is a lot you need to plan if have set the date and are getting married. In addition to the venue, the dress, the suit, and the honeymoon, one important thing that will be near the top of your list is the catering. Although the classic way to cater for a wedding is with either a sit-down dinner or a self-service buffet, there is nothing to stop you from doing something completely different. Remember, it’s your big day – you don’t need to stick to the status quo. That is why so many people are turning to alternative forms of wedding catering . If you are planning to have your wedding outdoors, a sit-down dinner may not be the best option anyway. One form of outdoor wedding catering that is becoming more popular is street food trucks. Before you roll your eyes and think we’re insane, consider some of the benefits of choosing wedding food trucks. HUGE VARIETY OF CUISINES TO CHOOSE FROM If you were to type into Google “ wedding food trucks London ”, you will be rewarded with a plethor...

Do you have a special round wedding anniversary that you want to celebrate with some kind of party? Whether it's your 10th, 25th, 50th, 70th, or even first birthday, you want it to be a special occasion that everyone present will enjoy and you and your partner will remember for a long time. Since food is one of the most important elements of any social gathering like a wedding anniversary, choosing the right food may have the biggest impact on how memorable the event is. To give you some ideas apart from the regular dinner or buffet that most people choose, we've put together a list of some of the more interesting and exciting outdoor wedding catering ideas. FOOD TRUCK If you want your wedding reception to have a relaxed atmosphere while still offering excitement, consider hiring a wedding food truck vendor to provide meals for your guests. Food trucks are still very popular. It will be fun to watch and smell the delicious food being prepared in front of you, even if your gue...

As weddings increasingly focus on the guest experience, food and drink is the best way to ensure a memorable event. Whether that means serving pre-ceremony snacks, including elaborate wicker tables at cocktail hour, or offering upscale cocktails without a fight at the bar, there are many ways to do something unique in this department — and an increasingly popular choice is food truck weddings. . "Catering is a big part of a wedding day, so it's a good place to do something different." I also think wedding caterers, in general, can get a bad rap - boring dry chicken and stuff - well, when the Food trucks popped up, this scene with creative dishes, it was a natural transition." While food truck catering can be fun and exciting (and sometimes more budget-friendly), catering also has its own considerations and limitations. Read everything you need to know about hosting a food truck wedding before making the approach. Wedding Food Truck At first glance, food truck wedding...

Birthday parties are an important part of many children's lives. Like you as a loving parent, you naturally want to do what's best for your little one so that they have the best time on their special day. While you may want to do everything yourself, you can make the job easier by hiring a professional caterer to arrange food and drinks for the party. But how do you choose the best caterer with so many people? In the next post, we offer some tips and suggestions to help you in your search. SET A BUDGET AND CHOOSE THE TYPE OF FOOD YOU WANT TO GRADUATE First and foremost, you need to think about the type of food you will be offering to the party and set a reasonable budget for the party as a whole. Consider the ages of the children who will be attending. If for small children then buffet food is a good choice as children tend to be busy running, playing, and dancing. When it comes to older kids, you might want to think about something a little more complicated, especially if the...

 The food and hospitality industry will always be a busy market because as humans we love to eat and drink, not only to survive but also culturally as part of our way of life. However, breaking through the food and hospitality industry can be difficult when you are a small startup. That's why you have to be smart and find gaps in the market. One option that can be very profitable and successful is a mobile catering business . In recent decades, street food and food trucks have become very popular. From a business perspective, it's not hard to see why. You don't need a huge investment to get started, and because it's mobile, you can move where your customers are instead of always trying to encourage customers to come to you. HOW AND WHERE TO START? If you are interested in starting your own mobile catering business , you will need to do some research first. It is best to go to food markets and other events and talk to vendors. Find out if this is really what you want to...

Food trucks are everywhere: you're sure to find them on every corner catering to busy people on lunch breaks, or fleets catering to event attendees. They are a great place where you can get authentic dishes from around the world or sample the unique creations of innovative chefs without spending money on fancy food. With their mobile kitchen, modern entrepreneurs bring experimental cuisine to their customers wherever they are. That sounds like a great business idea. The cost of starting a food truck business is significantly lower than the cost of starting a typical restaurant, making it an attractive prospect for aspiring chefs. Of course, some costs are unavoidable: obtaining the necessary licenses and permits, insurance for your small business, the right equipment, an adequate POS system for your mobile restaurant, and kitchen equipment are all you need to consider before making a truck purchase. food. The growing popularity of the food truck industry has changed the public'...