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A celebration table laid for a shared feast
Shakespeare Kitchen

Events & Celebrations

Generous, beautifully cooked food for the occasions worth gathering for.

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01How it works

Choose your package. We take care of everything else.

From garden parties to milestone birthdays, we bring the kitchen to you. A professional team looks after the setup and the service on site.

1Choose a packageBrowse the packages and add the ones you are interested in to your enquiry.
2Send your enquiryTell us the date, the place and the number of guests.
3We confirmWe reply within four business hours and talk it through. Your package and price are confirmed when you pay the deposit.
4Choose your foodCloser to the day, we send a short form to choose your dishes and confirm the final details.
02Our packages

Nine ways to feed a celebration

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01Grazing

Artisan Canapés

Small bites, made with care.

Hand-finished canapés for drinks receptions and celebrations. Choose from fish, meat, vegetarian and vegan bites, with something sweet to finish. We recommend seven savoury and three sweet.

£18 to £28 per guest6 Flavours £18 · 10 Flavours £28
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02Live cooking

Barbecue Trailer & Smoker

Fire, smoke and good company.

Our trailer barbecue and smoker cook over natural coal for a true barbecue taste, or slow in the smoker. Skewers, sliders and sausages come with fresh salads and warm breads.

£28 to £38 per guestPitmaster £28 · Grand £38
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03Live cooking

Authentic Paella

Cooked in the open, shared at the table.

Paella Valenciana, the traditional paella of the Valencia region, made with round-grain rice and fresh stock. Choose chicken and chorizo, seafood or vegetables, and add tapas-style canapés and sangria for a real fiesta.

£22 to £28 per guest1 Flavour £22 · 2 Flavours £28
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04Grazing

Bowl Food

Small bowls, full flavour.

Mini meals in small, stylish bowls: a substantial selection that is easy to eat anywhere in the room. Add canapés before the bowls are served to start the evening well.

£24 to £34 per guest3 Bowls £24 · 5 Bowls £34
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05Live cooking

Stone Baked Pizza

Neapolitan pizza, baked to order.

Traditional Neapolitan pizza baked in a stone oven, using the finest San Marzano tomatoes and Fior di Latte mozzarella. Add your own favourite toppings for the ultimate Italian pizza.

£20 to £25 per guest2 Hours £20 · 3 Hours £25
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06Shared feasts

Family Style Sharing

Generous plates, passed around the table.

Relaxed, social dining with friends and family, with generous dishes brought to the table to share. A perfect family sharing table and an interactive culinary experience.

£35 to £45 per guest2 Mains £35 · 3 Mains £45
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07Shared feasts

Shakespearean Banquet

Carved by the chef, fit for a king.

Perfectly cooked joints of meat, or a vegetarian main, presented on boards and carved by the chef, with bowls of your favourite sides and jus. A banquet worthy of the occasion.

£65 to £85 per guestStandard £65 · Deluxe £85
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08Sweet

Artisan Desserts

A little sweetness to finish.

A huge selection of desserts to suit any occasion, from plated favourites and canapé-size bites to jam-jar puddings. We also make cakes and cheesecakes to complete any celebration.

£12 to £18 per guestArtisan Trio £12 · Grand Buffet £18
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09Bespoke

Bespoke Package

Designed with you, by Ian.

Can’t find exactly what you are looking for? Chef Ian will work with you directly to design a menu built around your event, your guests and your taste.

Priced to your menu
  • Direct Consultation with Chef IanTalk through your event, guest count and vision one-to-one
  • Any Cuisine, Any FormatCanapes, sharing platters, a formal banquet, or something in between
  • Full Dietary FlexibilityVegan, vegetarian, gluten free and allergen-aware menus built in from the start
  • Bespoke PricingA quote built around exactly what you choose, not a fixed package rate
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01Canapés

Artisan Canapés

Choose from the full menu below. With ten flavours we recommend seven savoury and three sweet.

Fish & Shellfish

  • Kiln Smoked Salmonand Crushed Peas on Rosemary Toasts and Topped with Creme Fraiche
  • King Prawn & Chorizo SkewerGremolata
  • Beetroot Infused Salmon Gravlaxand Gin, Tonic and Lime Creme Fraiche, Parsley
  • Prawn & Crayfish Cocktail SpoonsFresh Mango and Courvoisier Marie Rose, Smoked Paprika
  • Smoked Haddock & Parsley CakeLemon and Wild Fennel Hollandaise
  • Seared Sesame Yellow Fin TunaWasabi Avocado Mousse, Nam Pla
  • Gratinated MusselParsley and Parmesan Crumb
  • Seared ScallopCharred Cauliflower, Sweetcorn and Ginger Volute, Micro Coriander Spoons
  • Beetroot RostiSmoked Trout, Horseradish Mousse

Vegetarian

  • Beetroot PestoThyme infused goats cheese crostini
  • Caramelised OnionRosemary mushroom & chive tart
  • Balsamic TomatoSpinach pesto & marinated mozzarella tart
  • Whipped Blue CheesePear crostini
  • Herbed Goats CheeseCaramelised red onion, balsamic chutney & micro herbs
  • Vine Cherry TomatoMarinated mozzarella pearls & Mediterranean chutney tart
  • Goats CheeseCaramelised red onion quesadillas
  • Parmesan & Black OliveShortbread, parsley pesto & herbed goats cheese

Meat

  • Mini Yorkshire PuddingSeared fillet of beef, horseradish & chive cream
  • Thai Chicken SkewersSweet chilli, lime, ginger & coriander
  • Honey Soy SausagesToasted sesame & coriander
  • Honey Mustard ChipolatasRoasted with wholegrain mustard
  • Greek Lamb MeatballFeta & tzatziki
  • Sticky Hoisin SausagesSpring onion & toasted sesame seeds
  • Chicken Katsu SkewersFresh coriander
  • Italian MeatballSmoked tomato & basil compote
  • Parma HamSun-dried tomato, mozzarella bites & pesto
  • Pork MeatballsSweet chilli, stilton, lime & coriander dipping sauce

Vegan

  • Smoked Carrot RibbonGarlic & herb cream cheeseVegan
  • Semi Dried TomatoBlack bean & chipotle tortilla cupVegan
  • Spiced Moroccan HummusSmoked red pepper granolaVegan
  • Smoked ApplewoodCaramelised red onion & balsamic chutneyVegan
  • Sun Dried TomatoVegan mozzarella & fresh basilVegan
  • Spinach & Pea HummusOat creme fraiche & chivesVegan
  • Tomato & Basil MeatballSmoked tomato raguVegan

Sweets

  • Chocolate Brownie BitesChantilly cream
  • Glazed Clementine TartFresh raspberry
  • Sticky Toffee CakeSalted caramel & fudge pieces
  • Strawberry & Vanilla TartWhite chocolate blossom
  • Black Cherry & Almond BakewellAmaretto cream
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02Barbecue

Barbecue Trailer & Smoker

Choose from the full menu below.

Meats & Skewers

  • Chicken SouvlakiPickled red cabbage & tzatziki
  • Vietnamese PorkChilli, spring onion & fresh coriander
  • Moroccan LambPomegranate, mint & honey yoghurt
  • Cured Bacon & Scallop SkewerPeppercorn butter
  • Surf & Turf SkewerMarinated sirloin, peeled king prawn, garlic & oregano butter
  • Lamb Seekh Kebab SkewersPickled red onion salad & cucumber raita
  • Lebanese Minced Beef SkewersToasted pine nuts, lemon, red onion, sumac & parsley salad
  • Turkish Mince Lamb Adana KebabsVine tomato, garlic yoghurt, pickled chilli & hummus

Sliders

  • Rosemary & Thyme Ribeye BurgerPickled shallot, tomato, red onion & parsley salsa
  • Minced Pork Tenderloin BurgerSweet chilli, Roquefort, smoked chilli, lime & coriander jam
  • Lamb Kofta BurgerRoast garlic, cucumber, honey & mint raita
  • Vegetable & Smoked Almond Nut Roast BurgerSmoked Applewood

Sausages

  • Siciliana SausageFresh gremolata
  • Charred ChorizoOrange & apricot glaze
  • Pork, Cheddar & MustardAle infused

BBQ Sides

  • Mediterranean Vegetable Skewers
  • Roasted Butternut SquashHeritage beetroot & candied walnuts
  • Charred Asparagus & Bocconcini Pasta SaladFresh pea rustic pesto
  • Chargrilled Watermelon WedgesCrumbled feta cheese
  • Thai SlawRoasted peanut, lime & coriander dressing
  • Tex-Mex Style Sweetcorn SaladCrunchy onion, sour cream & lime
  • Shaved Fennel SaladLemon, sumac & pomegranate
  • Barbecued Carrot SaladRicotta & toasted pecans

Potato Salads

  • Smoked Bacon Potato SaladSpring onion & buttered corn Jersey Royal salad
  • Charred Chorizo Potato SaladPea shoots
  • Coronation Potato Salad
  • Smoked Bacon & Blue Cheese Potato Salad
  • Herbed Vinaigrette Potato Salad
  • American Mustard Mayo Potato SaladGherkin, shallots & dill
  • Roasted Garlic & Lemon Aioli Potato Salad

Classic Salads

  • Mixed Leaf SaladCherry tomato, cucumber, rustic croutons & honey mustard dressing
  • Rocket & Parmesan SaladBalsamic caramel
  • Vine Tomato & Mozzarella SaladHome pickled red onion & pea shoots
  • Rainbow ColeslawWholegrain & parsley

Breads

  • Brioche Buns
  • Greek Flatbread
  • Soft Naan
  • Ciabatta Rolls
  • Fresh Baguette
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03Paella

Authentic Paella

Choose one or two paellas. Canapés, desserts and sangria can be added.

Paella

  • Chicken, Pancetta & Smoked Chorizo PaellaPan roasted chicken thigh, charred lemon, paprika and fresh parsley
  • King Prawn, Mussel, Squid & Cod PaellaMarinaded shell-on king prawns, fresh stock, charred lemon, saffron and fresh parsley£5pp Supplement
  • Spinach, Chickpea, Pepper & Soya Bean PaellaSweet roasted garlic, smoked paprika, saffron and caramelised shallotsVegan

Served With

  • Heritage Tomato, Mozzarella & Rocket SaladPickled red onion, rustic breads, extra virgin olive oil, balsamic vinegar, butter and marinaded olives

Add-On Canapes

  • Baked Mini ChorizoOrange and apricot glaze
  • Tempura CalamariSweet roasted garlic and parsley aioli
  • Fresh Tomato & Serrano HamOn rosemary toasts
  • Cheese Stuffed Cherry Peppers
  • Caramelised Onion Spanish TortillaTomato and parsley salsa

Add-On Desserts

  • Valencian Orange PossetCharred lime, shortbread biscuit
  • Sangria Soaked Berry Eton MessFresh meringue
  • Chocolate & Black Cherry MousseCrushed amaretti biscuits

Add-On Sangria

  • White SangriaApricot brandy, peach schnapps, white wine and ginger ale with fresh fruit
  • Traditional SangriaBrandy, Martini and red wine with fresh fruit
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04Bowl food

Bowl Food

Choose three or five bowls.

The Bowls

  • Lamb & Chorizo RaguFresh pesto, garlic ciabatta crisp breads
  • Braised Beef Chilli Con CarneSmoked spiced butter, wild rice, nachos, vintage cheddar and lime soured cream, micro coriander
  • Vietnamese Pork ShoulderBraised rice, Asian slaw with peanuts, spring onions and fresh chilli
  • Beef, Chestnut Mushroom & Smoked Bacon BourguignonStilton dauphinoise, salted caramel shallots
  • Slow Cooked Smoked Ham HockWholegrain pomme puree, sage and parsley veloute, pork scratchings
  • Fragrant Thai Green CurryChicken or vegetarian, with soy beans, micro coriander, jasmine rice, Thai prawn crackers
  • Slow Cooked Shin of BeefPort, caramelised shallots, wild mushrooms and gratin dauphinoise
  • Pork Loin or Mushroom StroganoffWith apple and cardamom rice or buttered mash potato
  • Chargrilled Halloumi & Roasted Mediterranean VegetablesSmoked tomato and garlic sauce, rosemary roasted new potatoes, micro rocketVegetarian
  • Crispy Shredded Confit DuckAsian noodles, sweet chilli, lime and coriander glaze
  • Roasted Rump of Lamb TagineMoroccan spiced cous cous, apricots, toasted almonds, micro coriander, maple greek yoghurt
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05Pizza

Stone Baked Pizza

Priced by the length of service, two or three hours.

Pizzas

  • MargheritaRoasted cherry tomatoes, bocconcini mozzarella, fresh micro basil and herb oil
  • BresaolaTomato base, mozzarella, bresaola, smoked cheese and rocket
  • CapraTomato base, mozzarella, homemade herbed goats cheese, caramelised red onion and balsamic glaze
  • Traditional RusticaTomato base, garlic, ripped salami, Parma ham and bresaola, marinaded olives, fresh basil and rocketWith/Without Cheese
  • Pollo All’aglioTomato base, mozzarella, garlic chicken, spring onion and fresh parsley
  • ParmaTomato base, mozzarella, Parma ham, sun blushed tomatoes, mushroom, parmesan and rocket
  • The ItalianAged pepperoni, tomato ragu, bocconcini mozzarella, roasted garlic oil, fresh basil
  • Our FavouriteCaramelised red onion, Kinderton ash goats cheese, wild rocket, balsamic caramel
  • Pollo PicanteSweet chilli chicken, sweetcorn, spring onion, lime and coriander
  • Your FavouriteLet us know what toppings you want and if we can, we will

Sides

  • Wild Rocket & Parmesan SaladBalsamic dressing, olive oil
  • Homemade Wholegrain ColeslawFresh parsley
  • Charred Corn on the CobSeasoned butter
  • Shaved Asparagus & Fennel SaladLemon dressing
  • Zucchini FriesChipotle mayonnaise
  • Classic Caesar SaladGarlic croutons
  • Blue Cheese & Black Pepper Iceberg Wedge
  • Marinaded Olives & Grissini Sticks

Oil Toppings

  • Fresh Chilli Oil
  • Roasted Garlic Oil
  • Mixed Herb Oil
  • Chorizo Oil

Dips

  • Garlic, Lemon & Parsley Aioli
  • Citrus Sour Cream & Chive
  • Smoked Bourbon BBQ
  • Sriracha Hot Sauce
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06Family style

Family Style Sharing

Choose two or three mains, served with the accompaniments below.

Salmon

  • Thai Steamed Salmon FilletSpring onion and bok choi salad, sweet chilli, lime and ginger dressing
  • Kiln Smoked Salmon Fillet, Served ChilledCaramelised apple and walnut salad, lemon and chive creme fraiche
  • Parmesan & Parsley Baked SalmonWholegrain mustard and wild fennel hollandaise, pancetta crisp

Chicken

  • Chicken Breast Filled with Chorizo & Feta, Wrapped in Parma HamSweet roasted garlic puree and rocket
  • Chicken Breast Filled with Spinach, Red Onion, Tomato & Goats Cheese, Wrapped in PancettaBlack olive tapenade and butter toasted pine-nuts
  • Chicken Breast Filled with Sausage Meat, Apple, Feta & Sage, Wrapped in Serrano HamWatercress and extra virgin olive oil

Beef

  • Roast Sirloin of Beef (Served Pink), Thyme & Pepper CrustConfit tomato with a port and peppercorn dressing, rocket and parmesan salad
  • Roast Sirloin of Beef (Served Pink), Garlic & Rosemary MarinadeSmoked tomato and blue cheese and herb slaw
  • Roast Sirloin of Beef (Served Pink), Pesto & Parmesan TomatoBeetroot and apple slaw, spinach and watercress salad, horseradish and chive creme fraiche

Vegetarian

  • Caramelised Red Onion & Herbed Goats Cheese Tarte TatinRoasted pear and vanilla puree, candied walnuts and heritage beetroot
  • Spinach Roulade, Caramelised Onion Houmous & Chargrilled PeppersBlistered balsamic tomatoes, rapeseed and chive oil
  • Mixed Vegetable & Smoked Almond RostiSun-dried tomato and roasted garlic sauce, white balsamic and pea shoots

Accompaniments

  • Smoked Bacon, Spring Onion & Buttered Corn Jersey Royal Salad
  • Roasted Butternut Squash, Beetroot & Candied Walnuts
  • Mixed Leaf SaladCherry tomato, cucumber, rustic croutons, honey mustard dressing
  • Charred Asparagus & Bocconcini Pasta SaladFresh pea rustic pesto
  • Thai SlawRoasted peanut, lime and coriander dressing
  • Rocket & Parmesan SaladBalsamic caramel
  • Vine Tomato & Mozzarella SaladHome pickled red onion and pea shoots
  • Rainbow ColeslawWholegrain mustard and parsley mayonnaise
  • Charred Chorizo Potato SaladPea shoots
  • Coronation Potato SaladDried apricots, green beans and toasted almonds
  • Smoked Bacon & Blue Cheese Potato Salad
  • Herbed Vinaigrette Potato Salad
  • American Mustard Mayo Potato SaladGherkin, shallots and dill
  • Roasted Garlic & Lemon Aioli Potato Salad
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07Banquet

Shakespearean Banquet

Choose from the full menu below.

Meat

  • Roasted Sirloin of Beef, Prepared Like FilletYorkshire puddings, Tewkesbury mustard and honey, roast garlic, gorgonzola and cracked black pepper butter, port and thyme gravy
  • Slow Cooked Pork Collar with Garlic & SageSausage meat, black pudding and apple faggots, crackling crisps, 16th century Tudor apple moyce with cinnamon and ginger (old school apple sauce)
  • Marinaded “Merchant” of VenisonSpiced braised red cabbage, chestnut mushroom and baby onions, mustard Yorkshire puddings, redcurrant, dark chocolate, juniper jus
  • Boned Leg of Lamb, Marinated in Orange Zest, Cloves & GarlicMaple glazed parsnips, redcurrant and rosemary reduction (mint sauce available)

Vegetarian & Vegan

  • Butternut Squash, Balsamic Red Onion, Heritage Beetroot & Rosemary WellingtonCrispy smashed potatoes, vegetable and soy reduction, baby carrots, fine green beansVegan

Served With

  • Garlic & Rosemary Roasted New Potatoes or Dauphinoise
  • Tenderstem Broccoli Tips
  • Buttered Baby Carrots
  • Fine Beans
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08Desserts

Artisan Desserts

Choose from the full menu below.

Cheesecakes

  • Salted CaramelFudge pieces, milk chocolate blossom
  • Strawberry & Madagascan VanillaFresh berries
  • Lemon & GingerFiery crystallised ginger pieces
  • BiscoffShortbread crumb, fresh berries
  • Milk Chocolate & Peanut ButterVanilla fudge pieces
  • Cookies & CreamMini cookies, white chocolate blossom

Posset

  • Valencian OrangeChocolate shortbread, fresh berries
  • Sicilian LemonAll butter shortbread biscuit, fresh blueberries
  • Blackberry & Sloe GinFresh blackberries, vanilla shortbread
  • Prosecco & RaspberryLavender shortbread
  • Lime & RaspberryLemon shortbread, fresh berries

Eton Mess

  • Mixed BerryRaspberry syrup, fresh fruit
  • PassionfruitCaramelised pineapple, fresh raspberry
  • Salted CaramelBanana crisps, fudge sauce
  • Elderflower & StrawberryFresh berries
  • Morello CherryRaspberry liquor, black cherries

Mousses

  • Milk Chocolate & OrangeBiscuit crumb
  • White Chocolate & BaileysMilk chocolate blossom
  • Mocha MousseCrushed amaretti biscuits
  • Dark Chocolate Mousse PotFresh blueberries
  • Milk Chocolate & Honeycomb Crunch
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