Your London Wedding - Page number 91 - September/October 2021 (Issue 79)

FOOD FOR THOUGHT Couples can use their menu choices to refl ect the theme of the day, or their personalities and heritage. If the bride is Greek and the groom is Scottish, why not have a fusion of these two cuisines with a mixture of Scottish-themed canapés and delicious buffet of traditional Greek delicacies. Have you planned your honeymoon in Japan, or adored your family holiday every year in Spain? Why not pick these destinations to set your menu? A Japanese food truck in the evening will be a welcomed treat for guests, while a huge sharing paella will be fi tting of an al fresco summer wedding reception ‒ Viva España! KING SOLOMON’S CATERING “Your wedding guests will remember how they feel on your wedding day long after the confetti has settled. Did they feel full or hungry, how long did they wait for canapés, did they grab a late-night takeaway on the way home from your wedding day? Moreover, people eat with all their senses; the food needs to look appealing, smell delicious and of course taste amazing; even more so for weddings. “This is why choosing and working with a seasoned and experienced wedding caterer is very crucial on your wedding day. King Solomon’s Catering has been providing creative and innovative African and Caribbean culinary delights with a distinctive service for 20 years under the charge of professionally trained head chef Solomon Quartey who has over 25 years’ experience in the catering industry. Cooking only with the freshest ingredients from the finest produce and meat market in London, our delicious cuisine is a fusion of rich aroma, delectable flavours with depth of colour and texture. “We have catered at prestigious London venues such as The Berkeley, Grand Connaught rooms, Morden Hall, Hampton Court House, Hilton Hotels, and are accredited to One Great George Street, Glazier Hall and The Old Finsbury town hall to name a few. The chef has also catered internationally including South of France, Sierra Leone and Ghana. “Our wedding planner and chef will work with you to create your wedding breakfast during your private food tasting session at our kitchen which complements your wedding theme, venue and season. We offer various styles of food service from buffet to fine dining. We also encourage our couples to think outside of the box; for example, instead of the traditional three-course meal, why not have a six- or eight-course tasting menu especially curated for you? Or if you were going to stick to a traditional three-course meal, instead of chicken perhaps switching it up to duck or guinea fowl, or a lobster dish instead of pan seared salmon? Or perhaps a bento box-style service which is increasing in popularity thanks to Covid-19. The boxes are often personalised with the couple’s name, wedding colour or monogram; it also doubles up as a wedding favour/keepsake for guests. These boxes can be filled with an array of different kinds of food from canapés right through to dessert to represent the traditional sit-down meal, or even an assortment of sandwiches, cakes and scones for an afternoon tea-inspired wedding breakfast.” Check out www.kingsolomonscatering.com PENNIBLACK EVENTS & CATERING “Sustainability is of extreme importance to us here at PenniBlack and we’re devoted to making advancements in every aspect of the company when it comes to being eco-friendly. We love food and are dedicated to providing divine cuisine for a variety of events. Whilst we are famed as culinary creators, PenniBlack is also an event management specialist – we can source everything you need for your bespoke event, down to the finest details. Our previous clients have championed our ability to theme, style and create unique functions that everyone will remember. “The thing we value most as a company is our team. Teamwork is fundamental, we work together helping each other and without this we would not be who we are. The PenniBlack creatives are handpicked for their unique qualities: professionalism, enthusiasm, creativity, honesty, integrity and respect. “Our food is creative, seasonal and beautiful, we style and coordinate with passion and pride. The client will always be provided with detailed logistics, planning and risk assessments to ensure every element goes smoothly and seamlessly. Whether the client wants vintage furniture, eco-friendly table décor, handwritten chalkboards or colour coordinated beverages we will work hard to get it done. Every aspect will be made to suit our clients from start to finish.” Check out www.penniblack.co.uk SOCIAL PANTRY Founded in 2011, by Alex Head, Social Pantry is one of London’s top caterers for seasonal, delicious and vibrant food served with style. It’s known for exciting, forward thinking and memorable events; with clients including Rhianna, David Attenborough and Hilary Clinton it’s no-wonder Social Pantry is the go-to wedding caterer. Social Pantry pride themselves on their conscientious approach to employment, sustainability and social enterprise. Alex is a proud ex- offender employer, recruiting from behind bars and on release: 10% of Social Pantry’s workforce are ex-offenders. Social Pantry also has two neighbourhood cafes including Social Pantry Café in Battersea and Crane’s Kitchen in Peckham. Check out www.socialpantry.co.uk CAKE PLEASE! A ‘micro wedding’ trend that looks set to stay is: mini cakes! Gone was the gathering for the cake cutting, and in came lots of miniature wedding cakes which guests could take home with them! It ensures no wastage, and everyone can enjoy it after the big day – or why not serve it as your dessert course? Check out SOME OF LONDON’S FINEST 91 CATERING