Luxury Party, Wedding & Event Catering

Expert Wedding, Party, and Corporate Event Catering

With over 20 years of experience in wedding, party, and event catering, we’re passionate about creating unforgettable moments that are tailored to you. Whether you’re planning a grand wedding, an elegant garden party, a corporate event, or an intimate dinner, our catering expertise will bring your vision to life, reflecting your unique style and personality.

Catering is at the heart of what we do—it’s where our journey began. We believe that every dish should be more than just a meal; it should be an experience that delights the senses and becomes a lasting memory of your celebration. Our commitment to exceptional catering is complemented by our optional event planning expertise, ensuring that your occasion runs seamlessly from start to finish.

Whether you’re looking solely for outstanding catering or need support with full event planning, we’re here to help. From bespoke menus and crafted cocktails to venue sourcing, event styling, detailed pre-event planning, and smooth on-the-day coordination, we cover every detail. With our skilled team of event planners, managers, and chefs, you can relax and enjoy your event, knowing you’re in expert hands.

See what our clients say about working with us—read this glowing review from a happy customer:

‘VB have recently helped us with a special event and I cannot recommend them highly enough…’

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Exceptional Catering at the Heart of Every Event

You deserve the very best food and drink for your special occasion, and at Vanilla Bean, catering is not just what we do – it’s our passion. Whether you’re celebrating a wedding, hosting a private party, or organising a corporate event, your guests should be treated to food that’s as memorable as the moment itself.

We take the time to understand your vision, designing bespoke menus that reflect your tastes, suit your event style, and impress your guests. From refined canapés and elegant plated meals to creative food stations and indulgent desserts, every dish is crafted with the finest ingredients and a meticulous eye for detail.

It’s about more than just delicious food – it’s about creating an experience that brings people together. With flawless service and beautifully presented dishes, we help you set the tone, create atmosphere, and enjoy a celebration that feels effortlessly special.

Don’t just take our word for it, read this foodie focussed case study.

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Creating Your Dream Wedding Feast

Your wedding day is one of life’s most meaningful celebrations – and the food should feel just as special. At Vanilla Bean, we specialise in creating elegant, flavour-packed menus that reflect your style, delight your guests, and make your celebration truly personal.

From sophisticated canapés and beautifully plated courses to relaxed sharing feasts or evening food with flair, every dish is tailored to you. We’ll guide you through menu choices, help you match wine and drinks, and ensure everything flows perfectly on the day.

Our experienced team takes care of every detail – from sourcing the finest ingredients to delivering exceptional service – so you can relax and enjoy every bite, confident that your guests are in expert hands.

Take a look at this case study to see how we delivered a wonderful, botanical themed wedding at RHS Wisley Gardens.

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Blue and white balloons hang inside a marquee, featuring a bar and a multidue of green, floral decorations, including a large palm tree. Created by Event planners Vanilla Bean Events.

Luxury Private Party Caterers

Every celebration deserves unforgettable food – the kind that gets people talking and keeps them coming back for more. At Vanilla Bean, we specialise in luxury party catering that’s tailored to you, your guests, and the atmosphere you want to create.

Whether you’re hosting an intimate dinner, a birthday bash, or a full-scale garden party, we work with you to design a bespoke menu that reflects your style. From show-stopping sharing platters and interactive food stations to elegant canapés and indulgent desserts, every dish is crafted with flair and precision.

Our expert chefs use the finest seasonal ingredients to create bold, delicious flavours, while our drinks team can serve up everything from classic cocktails to personalised creations. It’s all delivered with the same seamless service and attention to detail that sets us apart.

Want to see how we brought flavour and theatre to a private festival for over 500 guests? Take a look at the case study – or get in touch to start planning your next unforgettable party menu.

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Corporate Event Catering

Exceptional food has the power to elevate any corporate event – whether you’re hosting clients, rewarding your team, or launching something new. At Vanilla Bean, we create tailored catering experiences that leave a lasting impression and reflect your company’s professionalism and brand.

From elegant canapé receptions and premium buffet spreads to sophisticated seated dinners and creative food stations, we design menus that suit your audience, objectives, and occasion. Everything is crafted with care using the finest seasonal ingredients, presented with style, and delivered with seamless service.

Whether you’re catering for 20 or 2,000, we handle every detail – including drinks, staffing, and dietary requirements – so you can focus on engaging your guests and achieving your event goals.

Get in touch to find out how our expert catering team can help you serve up something unforgettable.

See how we delivered a high powered product launch event for Aston Martin.

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Event Planning & Management Services

Catering is at the heart of everything that we do, but should you need them, we also have a team of experienced party, wedding and event planning specialists available to help plan your next special occasion.

Whether you’re hosting a corporate event to celebrate your team’s achievements, planning a wedding or a luxury private party, you need a team of event planners you can rely on. We pride ourselves on delivering unforgettable experiences with upfront and honest advice, ensuring every detail is tailored to your vision.

We’re here to handle the hard work while keeping your goals and budget in mind, so you can relax and enjoy the occasion. Don’t just take our word for it—read our Google reviews to see why our clients choose us, time and again, as their go to event planners.

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Ready to turn your vision into reality?

At Vanilla Bean, we make event planning effortless, guiding you from concept to flawless execution. Enquire here to connect with our creative team of event planners and get ready to bring your vision to life—we can’t wait to hear from you!

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Luxury Event Catering FAQs

Some Frequently asked Questions about Event Catering

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What types of events do you cater for?

We specialise in catering for luxury weddings, private parties, and corporate events of all sizes. Whether it’s an intimate celebration or a large-scale gathering, we tailor our menus and service to suit the style and atmosphere of your occasion.

Do you offer bespoke menus?

Every menu we create is bespoke and designed in collaboration with you. We’ll take into account your theme, preferences, dietary needs, and guest profile to craft dishes that perfectly complement your event.

Can you provide drinks and bar service as well?

Yes, we offer a full drinks service – from carefully paired wines to signature cocktails. We can provide professional bar staff, mixologists, and even create custom drinks menus to match your event style.

Do you offer tastings before we book?

Yes, we offer private tastings for clients looking to finalise their menu ahead of the event. It’s a great way to sample our food, ask questions, and ensure every detail is just right before the big day.

Do you supply waiting staff, chefs and equipment?

We provide everything needed for seamless service, including chefs, waiting staff, and front-of-house teams. We can also supply kitchen equipment, tableware, and more – ensuring nothing is left to chance.

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The quality of the food, shoulder to shoulder with the quality of the brand.

- Corporate Event Client

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We would like to say a huge thank you to Gareth, Tara and the team for giving us just the best wedding! You did a superb job and many guests have commented on how great your team was. We thoroughly enjoyed our day - as my dad said to me: we didn't stop smiling! 🙂 The following day we couldn't believe how little there was for us to clear up. That made a huge difference and meant we could all relax and enjoy some bacon rolls under the tent! All the best and thank you again.

- Clive

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We couldn't hand the launch of the DB11 to just anyone

- Aston Martin

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Tara, Thank you so so much for the most incredible day possible. We’re still on cloud9 reliving it ALL! It was the most amazing day and we couldn’t fault the whole Vanilla Bean team. You and Jimmy were absolutely fantastic, so helpful and made everything effortless on the day. We couldn’t have been happier with how everything went and we’re so appreciative for everything you did. As an ex events expert I know how much goes into a day like Saturday and you well and truly smashed it. Thank you so much for creating such magic.

- Georgia and Henry

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Tara - very quick note just to say thank you so much to you and the team for everything on Saturday! Everything was genuinely perfect - the staff & their service, the coordination and timing, and the food itself was exceptional - literally everything was spot on. We couldn’t have been happier or more impressed really. Thanks so much from myself & Jen

- James

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My daughter's wedding at Hampton Court House was an amazing success. Gareth at Vanilla Bean was a huge part of this, all the planning and guidance from him made it so easy for us. The food was excellent, and everyone commented on this as well as the friendly and professional staff. I have no hesitation in recommending Vanilla Bean and will definitely use them again. A big thank you to Gareth and everyone at VB.

- Catherine Everest

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Gareth and his team at Vanilla Bean organised the most amazing party for our ‘New York’ themed 25th wedding anniversary. The food was absolutely delicious, from the China Town prawn fried rice and dim sum to the Harlem fried chicken and host of themed canapés and cocktails. The Manhattan street scene they created in the marquee was brilliant and all our guest loved having photos with, and on top of, the New York taxi! It was such a pleasure and delight to work with everyone at Vanilla Bean, Gareth made all the planning feel stress free, effortless and fun. Thank you to everyone at Vanilla Bean for giving us such an amazing party that we will remember forever!

- Audrey Backhouse

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Gareth and the team at Vanilla Bean delivered a fantastic 50th birthday party for me last weekend. The team are great - very hard working, but lots of fun, so that the whole event felt very relaxed. The set up was easy, the food was delicious and the bowls worked brilliantly. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend Vanilla Bean for any future events!

- Gill Meller

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Thank you to Vanilla Bean for the most wonderful day. The catering was brilliant: creative, delicious and generous (the latter of which was very important in view of the free bar…) We have had many comments from guests on how original the food was and how friendly yet professional the serving team were. We personally felt that we were in safe hands throughout: Vanilla Bean were incredibly attentive and the personal touch was much appreciated.

- Joanna Thompson

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We used Vanilla Bean for our wedding and they were amazing! Gareth and the team were fantastic! The service was seamless throughout the day and the food was incredible! The communication and tasting prior to the wedding was exceptional as well. We loved everything about the food on the day! We had so many compliments from our families and friends about it! Thank you to Gareth and the team for all your hard work, we really appreciate everything you did for us!

- Caroline Matthews