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Are you looking for Event Caterers near Bristol the call Jo at

                            Rhubarb Catering Company Bristol  07867555713

Events

Rhubarb Catering is different to other catering companies. Based at the Avon Wildlife Trust’s HQ at Folly Farm in Chew Magna means not only are we cooking and looking after our guests in beautiful surroundings, we also have immediate access to local farms where we can ensure we only buy quality produce which is in season. This also means that when Rhubarb cater for your event anywhere in the South West you can be sure that our food only comes from well vetted producers.

We cater for weddings and parties (whether it's a hog roast BBQ or six course wedding banquet) and take a different approach to other caterers and venues who sometimes are only able to offer set menus which rotate around the year.

If you'd like to discuss a possible event then call us on- 07867 555713

Jo Trendall

Rhubarb Catering Company

Each member of Rhubarb Catering Company in Bristol has their own take on the Organic vs. Ethical debate however we are very lucky to have a base at Folly Farm outside Chew Magna so we have easy access to a great many farmers in the area and can pick and choose our favourites.

Each member of the team worked for a while at Quartier Vert (Bristol) which in its earlier days was Rocinantes (or The Tapas Bar). Rocinantes was a pioneer of organic food in the late 1980s and the tradition was still strong when the restaurant closed its doors in March 2009.

These days the debate has moved on- we now have to consider food miles, carbon footprint and the cost of Soil Association accreditation. Rhubarb visit local farmers and discuss what is in season and more importantly what will be in season on the date of your event. Knowing the seasonality and availability of produce gives us an insight into the larger picture of food production. We discuss with the farmers the use of pesticides and other chemicals and only then make a desicion as to whether their farming policies match our philosophies.

Visit our website at www.rhubarbcatering.co.uk to see a list of our suppliers and, where appropriate, their credentials.

We are an eco friendly catering company.

In this day and age it is sometimes difficult to remember the seasons when it comes to food and event planning. You can buy almost any ingredient at any time of the year.

At Rhubarb Catering we have very close ties to the lovcal farmers and know when their various crops will be harvested. With this in mind you can be sure that we will be taking this into account when we sit down to plan your event with you.

I came across the first gooseberries last week and was instantly reminded of the heavenliness of gooseberry fool and the many years of my mother making it for such a short period of time. Another favourite gooseberry dish is served with mackerel- I think that I was with an old self taught chef who'd picked up this recipe somewhere in Cornwall.

That's all for now,

If you're looking for an event catering company please call Jo on 07867 555 713

Some Testimonials

"Rhubarb provided the catering and bar service for my Brother’s wedding at which I was both best man and “wedding manager”, Ollie and his new wife Becky had spoken on how impressed they where and how easy rhubarb had been to deal with before the event, even having asked for many non-standard items. On the big day I took over and was amazed by the way that quietly and efficiently brilliant food was served to the tables at the right time for more than a hundred people. Producing great food is only half the battle, what I appreciated most from Rhubarb was that all the staff where charming friendly and helpful – helping massively to keep me calm, collected and enjoying myself, making what could have been a very stressful and busy day for me, just a fun, busy one! They were a delight!
Should you ever have a possible client that feels they want to speak direct to someone with experience with your company- please feel free to get them to email me."

Henry Prudden

"All our food was so very good to eat – Jo, Matt and her team took such trouble"

Fairfield School, Bristol

"I just wanted to thank you and your chef very much for the wonderful food you provided for our wedding. Thanks for all your efforts and for being so accommodating of our needs. It was a real pleasure to deal with you at such short notice. Thank you."

Maria & Andy



"Rhubarb produce food that is astoundingly good and so fresh it almost pops off the plate! Using locally sourced quality produce is important to me. We had Trout en Croute (with fish caught from nearby Chew Valley Lake) which was delicious served with wild garlic as a vegetable. Although I’ve never made it myself I loved the nettle soup too. Whether it is main course or pudding this food is vibrant and unmissable!"

Sarah Pitt, TV Producer