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AVON CATERING EQUIPMENT
Birds Farm, Kingdown Rd, Winford, nr Bristol, BS40 8DW
Tel: 01275 475283/07973 297199, web: www.avoncateringequipment.co.uk
Over 18,000 sq ft of warehouse packed with quality reconditioned catering equipment. From dishwashers to drinks dispensers, fryers to freezers, even the kitchen sink, this is where to find it. Their huge stocks are constantly changing and all equipment is guaranteed. Viewing by appointment.

BUTTERNUT DELI
341 Church Rd, St George, Bristol, BS5 8AA
Tel: 07738 336573, web: www.butternutdeli.co.uk
If you like Lucy Morgan’s wonderful neighbourhood deli, it’s worth knowing that she and her team can also cater for your business lunch or private party. You can even buy her deliciously gooey brownies online! See Specialist Food Suppliers.

CATERING SERVICES INTERNATIONAL
Tel: 01225 469990/0117 929 4777, web: www.cateringinternational.co.uk
Top-notch, Bath-based agency providing chefs, bar and waiting staff for your business or your home, to make that special event or party a little bit easier to manage.

CHANDOS DELI
121 Whiteladies Rd, Bristol, BS8 2PL
Tel: 0117 973 5222, web: www.chandosdeli.com
Other branches in Bristol, Bath & Exeter
Fabulous catering service for large, private events, such as weddings and birthday parties, serving top-notch deli fare. See Specialist Food Suppliers, Bristol.

CHEF @ HOME
Tel: 07768 253384, web: www.lacuizine.co.uk
If you’ve ever fancied the idea of your very own French chef, call Bristol-based Isabelle (Iza) Redon, who also runs La Cuizine French language and food workshops, and offers personalised catering services for anything from intimate dinners for two to parties catering for 20+.

CHOCOLATE NIRVANA
PO Box 284, Bristol, BS10 6WX
Tel: 0117 950 3825, web: www.chocolate-nirvana.co.uk
Imagine how a cascade of warm, 100% Belgian chocolate (milk, white or plain with no oil added) would look as the stunning centrepiece to your party, or a drinks fountain filled with champagne or other bubbly. Chocolate Nirvana can provide both, with fully inclusive packages including unlimited chocolate and dips.

DA VINCI ITALIAN DELI
33 Wellsway, Bear Flat, Bath, BA2 4RR
Tel: 01225 471850
Full catering service courtesy of this authentic Italian deli. See Specialist Food Suppliers, Bath.

DEL SOLE DELI
37 Moorland Rd, Oldfield Park, Bath, BA2 3PN
Tel: 01225 481477, web: www.delsole.co.uk
Produce and sell real Italian food, without unnecessary additives and using local and organic ingredients wherever possible. Dedicated outside catering, buffet and dinner party menus, whether you’re planning a sophisticated dinner party, informal evening or lunchtime finger food, or are looking for high-quality food for your business lunches or meetings. Wonderful deli counter, too.

DINE WITH STYLE
Unit 19 Enterprise Centre, Brassmill Lane, Bath, BA1 3JN
Tel: 01225 461670, web: www.dinewithstyle.co.uk
Serve up English, French, Italian and Asian cuisine, at everything from wedding parties and corporate events to intimate private dinners. Hire out chefs or full catering teams. All menus are seasonal and freshly made, with business lunches, buffets and weddings catered for, and choices of special diet dishes. Also offer cookery courses.

EPICUREAN DELI
18 Northumberland Place, Bath, BA1 5AR
Tel: 01225 471900, web: www.epicurean-deli.co.uk
Catering service from this purveyor of locally sourced, seasonal food. See Specialist Food Suppliers, Bath.

FANTASTIC SANDWICH CO
63 North Rd, St Andrews, Bristol, BS4 5AN
Tel: 0117 942 0470, web: www.fantasticsandwich.co.uk
Truly fantastic range of buffet choices (simple sandwich platters, gourmet fillings, samosas, melts, spring rolls, homemade pizza bites, quiche, feta & tomato salad, etc) delivered free in central Bristol for 10 people or more. Large functions also catered for, and menus can be tailored to your event. Online ordering available. See also Sandwich Shops.

FEASTING TABLE
27 Conference Ave, Portishead, Bristol, BS20 7LF
Tel: 01275 845144, web: www.feastingtable.co.uk
Established in 2001 and offering high-quality catering to a wide variety of clients over a range of venues. They handle the catering for Averys wine cellar, and over the years have catered for corporate events, weddings, silver and golden anniversaries and christenings, working in marquees, clients’ homes, village halls, grand country houses and boats. Fiona and her efficient, friendly, professional team conjure up menus that are tailor-made using fresh, local produce.

FOSTERS EVENT CATERING
Unit 5, Avonside Rd, Bristol, BS2 0UQ
Tel: 0117 977 6611, web: www.fostersevents.co.uk
Bespoke catering services from the family-owned business behind Jacks Brasserie (Bristol and Portishead) which can trace its roots back to 1959, first setting up business as Howells of Bristol. With 50 years’ experience of creating food with passion and flair, the company has built up an impressive portfolio of distinctive venues throughout the South West, and their team of award-winning chefs take enormous pride in producing exquisite dishes to suit all styles, pockets and tastes, using flair, imagination and style.

GARDEN CAFE
16 Stony St, Frome, BA11 1BU
Tel: 01373 454178
Specialise in catering for private events, either at the cafe or at your venue of choice. Use only the best natural, organic and Fairtrade ingredients. Also do organic wines, beers and ciders. See Out of Town Restaurants.

GASTRO DINERS
Tel: 07812 544753, email: gastrodiners@aol.com
Using local, seasonal and organic produce wherever possible, Gastro Diners aim to bring the restaurant to your table. Offer a complete personal and event catering service from quick bites to fine dining. Everything from service staff/chefs to marquee hiring is taken care of: “We’re passionate about everything we do, and will bring our personal touches and friendly service for a day to remember.”

GERT LUSH
9a Regent St, Clifton, Bristol, BS8 4HW
Tel: 0117 973 1003, fax: 0117 974 5096
Buffets and business lunches delivered, from sandwiches to more substantial fare, plus all manner of cakes, kebabs and other light bites.

GODWIN & GODWIN
Kensington Warehouse, Kensington Place, London Rd, Bath, BA1 6AW
Tel: 01225 337081, web: www.winestolaydown.co.uk
Probably best known as a rather impressive wine merchants, Godwin & Godwin also offer a full bar catering service for large events. Min 50 people. See also Wine Merchants.

GOURMET DELICIOUS
Brassknocker Hill, Monkton Combe, Bath, BA2 7JD
Tel: 01225 723483
From the same team that brought you Monkton Combe’s lovely Angelfish cafe (see Out of Town Restaurants). Cater for a wide range of events including weddings, birthday celebrations and business lunches.

J&S CATERING
15 Rodfords Mead, Hengrove, Bristol, BS14 9UE
Tel: 0117 300 9990, web: www.jandscatering.co.uk
Family-run business established in 1990 for all your catering needs, from gourmet wedding breakfasts to business functions, barbecues and sporting events. Often seen at Glastonbury. Also do marquee and bar hire. Seating for up to 300.

JAMESONS EVENTS
30-32 Upper Maudlin St, Bristol, BS2 8DJ
Tel: 0117 927 6565, web: www.jamesonsevents.co.uk
Have grown to become one of the South West’s leading event management and catering companies. Extensive events portfolio covers everything from canape receptions, weddings and Christmas parties to medieval banquets at the magnificent Caldicot Castle and Murder Mystery Dinners. Top team of specialist chefs, coordinators and technicians.

LAWRENCE’S OUTSIDE CATERING
2 Kingshill, Nailsea, BS48 2AU
Tel: 01275 858348, web: www.lawrences-bistro.co.uk
The team behind Lawrence’s Bistro can also cater for any event, whether it’s a small business lunch or large wedding reception (they regularly cater for up to 900 people at Clevedon’s Hand Stadium), with a high standard of cuisine based on the finest local produce. See also Out of Town Restaurants, Lawrence’s Bistro.

MANGIA BENE
5-6 St James St, Bath, BA1 2TW
Tel: 01225 336106
Catering service on offer at this inspiring deli and cafe serving up Mediterranean treats. See Specialist Food Suppliers, Bath.

MARTINI
8-9 George St, Bath, BA1 2EH
Tel: 01225 460818, web: www.martinirestaurantbath.co.uk
Homecooked Italian and European specialities. See Restaurants, Italian.

OLIVE SHED
Princes Wharf, Bristol, BS1 4RN
Tel: 0117 929 1960, web: www.theoliveshed.com
The Olive Shed’s outside catering team bring wonderful restaurant food to festivals, outdoor events and even your doorstep. They can sort you out with a freshly made, extensive tapas menu - beautifully presented in Mediterranean earthenware - for that homecooked look, ready to serve with or without staff to suit your requirements.

ONE STOP THALI CAFE
12a York Rd, Montpelier, Bristol, BS6 5QE
Tel: 0117 942 6687, web: www.onestopthali.co.uk
Offer a great festival catering service. See Restaurants, Indian.

PAPA COSTA DELI
67 Queens Rd, Clifton, Bristol, BS8 1QL
Tel: 0117 929 1600
Mediterranean deli offering an impressive catering service. See Specialist Food Suppliers.

PAPADELI
84 Alma Rd, BS8 2DJ
Tel: 0117 973 6569, web: www.papadeli.co.uk
Clifton’s fab deli also houses a fab catering arm with a huge range of menus covering everything you’ll ever need for weddings, christenings, office parties, business lunches, etc. If you’ve a dinner party for eight people or more to host and fancy some restaurant-quality food at home, get in touch to guarantee some very impressed guests. See also Specialist Food Suppliers.

PEAR CATERING COMPANY
Unit 1, The Coach House, 2 Upper York St, Bristol, BS2 8QN
Tel: 0117 942 8392
Both a smashing little cafe and a catering business, providing handmade deliciousness to order for all manner of events. Fresh, homemade soup, salad boxes and sandwiches, from hummus and falafel to chicken with jerk mayo. Plenty of vegetarian and vegan alternatives, Fairtrade teas and coffees, and the butterscotch & chocolate brownies are the stuff of legend.

SANDWICH DIRECT
12 Rodway Rd, Patchway, Bristol, BS34 5PG
Tel: 0117 969 8889, web: www.sandwichdirectbristol.co.uk
Offer a free daily sandwich delivery service to offices in and around the Bristol area, with a large selection of freshly made sandwiches and rolls as well as confectionery, fruit, yogurts, flapjacks, drinks and fresh cakes. Also cater for conferences and business lunches.

STRAWBERRY FIELD
Old Bakery, Old Jews Lane, Bath, BA2 3DG
Tel: 01225 339394, web: www.strawberryfieldcatering.co.uk
For more than 20 years this high-quality caterer has specialised in top-of-the-market private catering for corporate events, weddings and formal affairs. Offer an exceptionally high standard of cuisine, and professional, personal service covering everything from sit-down banquets with all the trimmings to finger buffets, with onsite refrigeration and first-class presentation.

TEOHS
28-34 Lower Ashley Rd, St Agnes, Bristol, BS2 9NP
Tel: 0117 907 1191, web: www.teohs.net
Reputable restaurant, specialist food shop, cookery school and caterers (top-quality Malaysian, Thai, Chinese, Japanese and Filipino cuisine) for conferences, corporate get-togethers or parties. See also Cookery Schools; Restaurants: Thai.

TIFFINS
151 St Michaels Hill, Bristol, BS2 8DB
Tel: 0117 973 4834, web: www.tiffins-bristol.com
Authentic, gourmet Indian and Gujarati cuisine prepared with excellent ingredients. Husband-and-wife team Nick and Jay Jethwa cater for private parties - birthdays, christenings, weddings - and business lunches of all sizes, and can tailor a menu for your specific dietary needs. See also Takeaways, Bristol.

TOPLINE CATERING
Hazel Cottage, Knowle Hill, Chew Magna, BS40 8QT
Tel: 01275 333308, web: www.toplinecatering.co.uk
Covering an area of 50 miles around Bristol and Bath, Topline cater for corporate events, product launches, company lunches, commercial functions, buffets (finger or fork), dinners, wedding banquets and balls. Hog roasts and barbecues a speciality. Also provide a marquee hire service. Recommended for Christmas parties.

WILLIAM’S KITCHEN AT CALCOT
Calcot Manor, Tetbury, Glos, GL8 8YJ
Tel: 01666 891222, web: www.williamskitchenatcalcot.co.uk
Specialise in providing good food for private and corporate events of all types and sizes. Their professional management team and highly skilled brigade of chefs provide a quality bespoke service. Whether you’re after traditional, classical or whimsical, they can advise you on what will suit your own particular location, occasion and budget - from canape receptions to wedding breakfasts, dinner dances, boardroom lunches or kitchen suppers.

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