GREEK HERITAGE. BRITISH HOSPITALITY.BIRMINGHAM · WEST MIDLANDS · LONDON · WALES0121 794 9816

HOW WE WORK

Working With Us
Step by Step.

This is how we work. This is what we need.
Clear from the start, no surprises on the day.

CHEF IOANNIS Executive Chef & Founder · 25+ years · Michelin-standard background

CRAFTED WITH CHARACTER. SERVED WITH CARE.

YOUR EVENT, PLANNED PROPERLY

Six steps.
One seamless event.

Every event we cater follows the same steps, so you know exactly what happens, what we need from you, and when.

02Venue assessment

Venue assessment.

Especially office towers and city-centre venues. Before we confirm any corporate booking, a site visit or a full assessment of the venue details is required.

This is non-negotiable. Not because we’re being difficult, but because we need to know exactly what we’re working with.

  • Access and parkingWhere can our van park? Is there loading bay access? Are there restrictions or costs we need to know about?
  • Service time windowsWhen can we arrive? When must we be fully set up? When must we leave? Some venues only allow a very short window. We need to know this before we book.
  • Building rulesHealth and safety policies, fire regulations, noise limits, waste disposal, and what the building management requires from us.
  • Setup daysCan we set up the day before, or does everything need to happen on the morning of your event? This changes how we work and what we can deliver.

Honest from the start: if the time window is too tight or access is severely restricted, we will be honest with you up front about what can realistically be achieved and which service options will work best. No one benefits from us rushing or cutting corners because a venue wouldn’t let us in early.

03Private tastings

Private tastings.

Tastings are available by prior appointment only, once we’ve confirmed your menu selections.

Bookings over £6,000

Private tasting for up to 2 guests is complimentary and included.

Bookings under £6,000

A tasting fee applies per person. 100% of the tasting fee is credited to your final event balance once booked.

04Two service options

Two service options.

OPTION 1

Delivered and ready

We prepare everything in our kitchen, beautifully arranged on our platters, and deliver it complete to your venue at the agreed time. Simply place on your tables and serve. We return the next day to collect.

  • Delivered canapés
  • Delivered finger buffets
  • Delivered lunch platters
  • Delivered grazing

Best when your venue has reasonable access and someone is available to receive and display the food.

OPTION 2

Chef and team on site

Our chefs and front-of-house team travel to your venue. We set up, style, garnish, build and serve fresh throughout your event, live at your location. Full presentation, fresh finishing, and that professional atmosphere.

  • On-site canapé service
  • On-site buffet setup
  • On-site grazing build
  • Chef attendance

Required when presentation, timing and that special atmosphere matter most. Different pricing applies. Please ask for a quote.

05Deposits & booking

Deposits and booking.

  • A deposit secures your date. No double bookings, no confusion.
  • Tasting fees are credited. Any tasting fee paid is credited to your final balance.
  • Final payment, agreed early. The final payment amount and date are agreed well in advance. No surprises.
  • Venue extras, quoted up front. If venue restrictions mean we need extra labour or early access, that will be quoted clearly before booking. No last-minute price rises.

06Our process

Our process, step by step.

  1. 01Enquiry
  2. 02Share sample menus
  3. 03Discuss venue details
  4. 04Agree service type
  5. 05Tasting
  6. 06Pay deposit
  7. 07Final details
  8. 08Event day

THIS IS HOW WE WORK

If it works for you, brilliant. If not, no hard feelings.

Start your enquiry

LET’S MAKE AN OCCASION OF IT

Your event.
Let’s talk.

A few details are all we need to start a conversation. Tell us what you have in mind.

0121 794 9816[email protected]
OUR HOME

Unit 7, All Saints Industrial Estate
All Saints Street, Hockley
Birmingham B18 7RJ

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HELP US PLAN FOR YOUR GUESTS

Allergen booking form.

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Allergens — select all that apply
Dietary preferences
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