Be My Guest

Its taken a while for this to actually sink in but after 6 months in the planning, and a lot of sleepless nights im so pleased we managed to serve an excellent 4 course Wedding Menu this weekend for our lovely clients. Totally out of my comfort zone with the waitress service and formal setting, keeping everything cold & hot juggling plates, renting ovens, running the pass but what a challenge! Lots of lessons learnt including my photos are naff🤣
The Menu
Starters:Cured Salmon in Gin, Pomegranite, Orange& Beetroot or Marinated Beetroot with Goats Cheese & Walnut.
Mains: Lamb Shank in a Red Wine Jus with Potatoe Dauphinoise or Filo Pie with Roasted Squash, Feta & Harissa with Salsa Verde
Dessert: Tiramisu, Eton Mess & Black Forest Gateau.

More recipe practice today! Chinese Beef Short Ribs, slow cooked for 4 hrs in honey, soy, ginger, garlic, hoisin , 5 spice and served with a crunchy asian salad with a lime,chilli and fish sauce dressing. Cant take all the credit, it was inspired by an old Nigella book

Making the most of the wet weather spending some practice time indoors making Potatoes Dauphinoise

Never gonna let the rain stop our Mexican Garden Party. Thanks so much to Jess & Ben for having us back. Todays menu included " Build your own nachos" with charred corn salsa, pineapple salsa and plenty of margaritas to wash it down.

A few shots from last weekend

Pav's & Pizza's
First pizzas of the year! Also a few sticky chicken wings and patatas bravas cooking whilst it got up to temperature.

What started out as " inspired by Monica Galetti" after watching her on James Martin, turned into more Ottolenghi as i didnt have any feta!. Anyway, the moral of the story is that there are no rules when it comes to cooking but if you have a bit of technique and a some confidence the results can be amazing!
Lamb Rump on a bed of Muhmarra with Roast Aubergine with Minted Yoghurt, Sumac, Zatar, Pickled Radish and toasted Almonds!!

Inspired to cook after a week in Spain. Lovely charred Aubergine and Courgette salad with a spiced yoghurt dressing served with Patatas Bravas

Canapes, Champagne, and the Sunshine in abundance today for the happy couple.
On the Menu... Arancini, Smoked Salmon Crostini, Tomatoe Bruschetta & Vietnamese Summer Rolls

God Save The King! Celebrating in style with the Coronation Quiche of Broad Bean,Spinach & Tarragon

Wild Garlic Pesto- love a bit of foraging in the woods neary.house at this time of year. So easy to make, blitz with Olive oil, parmesan, toasted pine nuts, salts and a couple of cloves of garlic. Great with fish, as a salad dressing or on pasta

Just a few snaps from a little party i catered for last week. Are you planning a celebration? Dont stress, Be My Guest! Please feel free to message me with any enquiries.

Marching into March after a busy start to the month. Delighted to be invited to cater for the wedding of such a lovely couple, we were not about to let the weather stop us. BBQ ing in the snow to produce a delicious feast of Greek food including Chicken Souvlaki, Lamb Kofta and Halloumi.
Check out our little Pots of Puds which make a great alternative to a wedding cake, including Tiramisu, Black Forest Gateau and Eton Mess ( adorned with Percy Pigs)

Perfect Saturday night one pan tray bake!!
Chicken, Butternut Squash & Orzo with Herbs

Here is my recipe but you could switch it up with harissa and a few dried apricots for a kick or tomato, & basil with a drizzle of pesto on top for an italian flavour.

Recipe
Chicken thighs
Root Veg, onion,celery, carrot ( whatevers in the fridge)
Butternut Squah
Orzo ( pasta but looks like rice)
I used white wine, chicken stock ,garlic, lemon, tarragon & parsley.

Pan fry the chicken skin side down til crispy. Roast your veggies for 15 mins, add the chicken, stock, wine, lemon, garlic.
Roast for 20 mins, then add the orzo and a drop more liquid if required. Cook for 15 mins until the orzo is plump and tender
Serve with chopped parsely, drizzle of olive oil.
Voila!!

Business lunch for 60 complete! "An army marches on its stomach" according to Napoleon, im in need of an afteroon nap now!

A few Canapes for a weekend away.
Whipped Feta with Roasted Red Pepper Crostini
Mashed Butter Beans with a pinch of Cayenne and Milano Salami
Copa Ham with Hummus and Capers

Great start to 2023!! Canapes and Charcuterie Boards. Perfect for a drinks party.
This weekends menu included:
Choux buns filled with cream cheese and chive
Vietnamese Rolls with dipping sauce
Crudites with hummus
Charcuterie & cheese platter
Little pots of tiramisu, eton mess and black forest gateau ( very retro)
Lots of enquiries coming in, exciting times 😍

Over bought on the veggies this week from Andrew at our local grocery stall. Perfect opportunity to experiment with some new recipes.

" Shepherdless Pie" celery, carrot, squash, leeks with a pinch of cumin, tomato, worcester sauce, stock and puy lentils. A bit of warm heat, sweetness and a big savoury flavour.

Butternut Squash Risotto with puree squash, roasted squash and pan fried sage. Lots of texture and a lot of parmesan. Would be lovely with pancetta too.

Friends for dinner, christmas drinks party, we have it covered. Take the stress out of entertaining and let us deliver something delicious that you can open and serve or pop in the oven. Beef Bourgignon, Roasted Veggies and Potatoe Dauphinoise? Perfect for dinner party. Message for further details

A simple mid week supper from the slow cooker. Chicken with Vegetables & Orzo.
Protein, veg amd carbs all in one pot,no pre cooking, batch cook and save it for a few days.

Add whatever you have left in the fridge, jars of peppers, olives, pesto, pulses, beans, basil, lemon, harissa, chilli- whatever is lying around

Recipe
Chicken Thighs
Courgette
Onions
Carrots
Peppers
Mushroom
Anything left in the veg box will do
Chicken stock
Herbs ( i used tarragon but thyme would be good too)
Tomatoe Puree -good squeeze
Seasoning
Leave on low whilst your at work , then pop in half a bag of Orzo for the last hour.

Tis the season for party planning, whether your party is for 10 or 100 guests, take the hassle away and let Be My Guest help.
Options include dinner parties, hot & cold buffets, canapes, bar services, serving staff and a whole lot more.
Get in touch for further details

NYC food inspiration!! Ticked a few things of my bucket list including such a special trip to Katz's Deli which inspired our best selling Reuben sandwich when we had our own deli. Stuffed after a big bite of the Big Apple.

So pleased to let you all know Be My Guest has been awarded a 5. Absolutely chuffed to bits with this assessment as gives me the confidence to do what i love ❤ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Canapes, Grazing Boards, Cheese & Charcuterie all perfect party foods and can be served at your event or simply dropped off. Dont leave it too late to book, the diary is filling up for Christmas!

Such a great location for a christening! Our clients stepped out of their own home to this fantastic party in the garden and we were there to help. Our Beef in Red Wine seems to be a big hit this year and our salad bar adds such a freshness to a buffet. From setting the tables , pop up bar , waitress service and cleaning the kitchen, our team covered it all.

Todays office!! Im slowly finding my feet working in other people kitchens and this one was a dream! Apparently this is the same oven as seen on Saturday Kitchen!

Fantastic day of cooking for such a lovely bunch. Im just starting to get used to using other peoples kitchens and it helps when they are as lovely as this one!
Loved this Menu too, really influenced by my recent Spain trips with a Moroccan influence.

Canapes: Serrano Ham & Melon, Crostini with Whipped Ricotta & Roasted Peppers & Moroccan Lamb Meatballs.
Main: Moroccan Chicken Tagine with Harissa & Apricots, Seafood Paella with lots of salads.
To Finish: Creme Brulee & Lemon Meringue Pie.