Lovejoy Catering & Events Blog
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Established in 1963, and originally based in Maldon, we are a family run business spanning three generations. With over 50 years of experience catering for thousands of successful events, we are well placed to guide you with the planning and running of your event. Join the conversation, and see what we have to say about food, drink and events including the latest news from Lovejoy Catering and..
Lovejoy Catering & Events Blog
2y ago
Our Top 5 Catering Options for your Corporate Event
Do you have an upcoming corporate event that requires catering services? Not sure which option to go with? Well, that all depends on your event structure and what you’re ultimately trying to achieve by running it. As the Managing Director of Lovejoys Catering and Events I have managed a huge variety of events and have seen what works well. To help you select the right catering service for your corporate event I am going to outline the top 5 options and explain why each option may be the perfect choice for your corporate event.
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Lovejoy Catering & Events Blog
2y ago
Truly feel like royalty when you host your wedding or special occasion at Hedingham Castle! As one of the most romantic venues in England, Lovejoy Catering and Events are very proud to be one of the recommended caterers for this stunning venue.
Established in 1963, Lovejoy Catering and Events are a family run business spanning three generations providing a friendly, professional and personal service. With over 50 years’ experience catering for thousands of successful events we are well placed to help guide you with the planning and running of your special day.
As an award-winning caterer, we ..read more
Lovejoy Catering & Events Blog
3y ago
Your wedding reception is an important part of your big day.
It’s the “social” portion of the day, and your guests will be anticipating the food, wine, and dancing. That’s why it’s important to choose the best wedding caterer – your guests will remember two things: the quality of the cuisine and the service, so you want both to be flawless while staying within your catering budget.
A reputable and professional wedding catering company can ensure that everyone at your wedding reception has a great time. Once you choose a wedding caterer you gel with, the event is almost certain to be one to rem ..read more
Lovejoy Catering & Events Blog
3y ago
Get a glimpse into the people behind Lovejoy Catering and Events and The George that make your dining experience one to remember for all the right reasons.
As a team, we aim to provide you with a warm and welcoming experience every time you visit us. Whether it’s dinner with a loved one, lunch with the family, or just a drink with friends, we provide a friendly, personal service. That’s why, this month, we’re launching a blog post series to showcase our fantastic team so you can recognise some familiar faces next time you stop by.
Let’s begin!
Introducing our Head Chef, Luke. Experience
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Lovejoy Catering & Events Blog
3y ago
Now that the world is opening up again you may be thinking about your next corporate event. With many returning to the office for the first time since the pandemic began, it is a popular time for corporate events including team building days, training events and awards ceremonies.
As one of Essex’s most renowned corporate catering and event specialists Lovejoy Catering and Events are here to share our top tips for planning your corporate event.
Decide on what you are trying to achieve
The crucial first part of planning any corporate event is to decide what it is that you are ..read more
Lovejoy Catering & Events Blog
3y ago
Traditionally barbecues were something to be enjoyed in the garden with your family, but barbecue catering is now a modern and popular choice for any event. Whether you are planning to host a corporate event, a hen party, summer birthday party or a wedding reception barbecue food can be a real crowd pleaser.
Whilst it is still uncertain when events will be able to go ahead this time can be used for planning future events. The outdoor nature and flexibility of a barbecue lends itself well to social distancing and other guidelines you may need to follow. Barbecues can be set up nearly any ..read more
Lovejoy Catering & Events Blog
3y ago
Once you have chosen your date and booked your venue the next big decision (both financially and in terms of importance) is the wedding catering, especially if this is not included in your venue hire. The food and drink that you and your guests enjoy on your wedding day plays an important part in your celebration and it is important to remember that your wedding catering will form a substantial amount of your budget.
Choosing a wedding caterer can be one of the most exciting parts of wedding planning but researching catering companies, looking over several menus and reading through wedd ..read more
Lovejoy Catering & Events Blog
3y ago
Weddings and the wedding catering industry were really hit hard in 2020 with many couples postponing or canceling their weddings completely. The disruption is also causing problems with 2021 weddings. Whilst it is unlikely that wedding receptions in the UK will go ahead within the next few months, if you are looking to keep your wedding date later this year you may need to start considering the size of your guest list. It is unknown when wedding receptions and wedding food will be allowed in line with Government guidelines, but we do know that guest numbers will almost certainly be restricted ..read more
Lovejoy Catering & Events Blog
3y ago
Planning a wedding or a large event can be a daunting experience. There are so many different aspects to consider, such as choosing a venue, drawing up a guest list and booking a photographer, the list can seem endless!
It is likely you will only plan one big wedding in your life so it is understandable that you’ll need advice from your venue and experienced suppliers to ensure your day runs smoothly. For over half a century, Lovejoy Catering and Events have been a professional event catering service. Being one of the premier caterers in Essex, we have an in-depth experience of weddings ..read more
Lovejoy Catering & Events Blog
3y ago
The hospitality and wedding industry is one of the biggest casualties of the COVID pandemic. With an understandable need to prioritise everyone’s health and safety, thousands of weddings have been cancelled or postponed in 2020 and 2021. The disruption will have had a massive impact on wedding planning for seasons to come.
With the majority of 2020 weddings expected to have been postponed, the next couple of seasons are set to be busy. The increase in demand for dates will mean we’ll see weddings on more unusual days and seasons causing a huge trend shift towards weekday and off-season weddin ..read more