Food for Thought
Conference Catering in Leicestershire and Nottinghamshire
Planning a conference or product launch? Have engaging and exciting content to deliver and require the venue and hospitality to match? You’ll need a venue that’s got heaps of personality and a food and beverages package to match. A cold and uninviting conference room, sad looking finger buffet and luke warm coffee isn’t going to cut the mustard. Luckily we’ve worked in some amazing venues and know a thing or two about unique conference catering in Leicestershire and Nottinghamshire.
Venues that offer a little something extra
There’s some gorgeous gems in Leicestershire and Nottinghamshire that offer event space with a difference. Whether it’s a breathtaking view, colourful history, an intriguing story or a rural escape. Invite your delegates to switch off from the rustle and bustle and instead focus on the event. Here just a few of our favourites:
Norton Fields
Set within rolling wheat-fields, this stunning venue is technically Warwickshire but is nestled conveniantly between Birmingham and Leicester. Beautifully converted into a funky state of the art venue which can accommodate up to 160 guests, it retains much of it’s original character and charm but with a modern feel.
Holme Pierrepont Hall
This gorgeous 30 acre estate is just minutes away from Trent Bridge in Nottingham although you’d never think it; as you drive up the breathtaking drive you’ll feel like the city is miles away as you take in the captivating Grade I listed Tudor Manor House. With beautiful landscaped gardens and original period features it really does bring the wow factor to any event.
Bawdon Lodge Farm
A National Forest site located in the the heart of Charnwood Forest, this gorgeous farm is the perfect space for a product launch event. Ideal for a marquee or temporary structure or inside their newly converted barn. Their awesome team are super creative and flexible to help create an event space and experience that is truly unique.
Richard III Visitor Centre
In the heart of Leicester city centre, the Richard III visitor centre is home to an award-winning exhibition telling the story of his life, death and of course how he came to be discovered in the now legendary carpark. It can also be hired out for corporate events; the large, air conditioned Kings Suite can take up to 100 delegates – a former library it has lots of character with wooden floors and original features.
Oakham Castle
The Great Hall at Oakham Castle is the greatest surviving example of Norman architecture across Europe. The gorgeous 12th Century venue received a 2.1 million refurbishment securing a heritage grant from the National Lottery fund and now offers an event space for up to 120 guests theatre style with free parking onsite.
Conference Catering with a Twist
Now that’s the venue sorted, what about the food?
Amazing venues require amazing food to ensure delegates leave with a head full of ideas and belly full of tasty dishes. Food that is as inspiring as the conference messaging – fresh tastes for fresh thinking.
Here’s just a few tasty ideas:
Breakfast Buffet
Kick start your day with a yummy breakfast
Glen Lewins Lincolnshire sausage
Glen Lewins home cured back bacon
Fried or scrambled eggs
Black pudding
Sautéed mushrooms
Sautee potatoes
Grilled tomato
Toast
Tea and coffee
Orange juice
Fruit platter and cereals
Light Bites – Finger Buffet
For something quick, simple and super tasty try a delicious finger buffet
Selection of Sandwiches
Smoked Salmon and Herb Mascarpone
Roast Beef and Horseradish
Crayfish Cocktail
Red Leicester and Tomato Chutney
Mini Melton Mowbray Pork Pies
Chorizo and Apple Sausage Rolls
Roast Vegetable and Olive Tarts
Thomas’ famous Chocolate Brownies
Mixed Cheesecakes
The Ultimate Lunch Break
Tasty and varied dishes to keep everyone refuelled and ready for a productive afternoon.
Some Sample Hot Options
Braised Beef in Grain Mustard Sauce
Chilli con Carne
Braised Pork Shoulder Roast Red Peppers and Chorizo
Chicken Sauté, Shallot and Tarragon Sauce
Thai Green Chicken Curry
Salmon Fennel and Dill Farfalle
Beef and Ale Pie Pub Style
Wild Mushroom Risotto
Sausage and Mash, Onion Gravy
Butternut Squash, Sage and Pine nut Ragout
Basil scented Ratatouille
Sample Cold Options
Honey Roast Ham
Mustard Roast Beef
Smoked Salmon, Pea and Dill Quiche
Jerk Chicken, Pineapple Salsa
Chicken Supreme roasted with Olives, Capers and Sun-blushed Tomatoes
Thai Style Beef and Papaya Salad
Feta, Sugar Snap and Mint Tart Fine
Roast Red Onion, Garlic and Goat Cheese Tarte Fine
Mushroom and Feta Lattice
Belting Evening Buffets and Bowls
Tasty dishes that are easy to eat while mingling or quick to grab before your guests depart
Sample Dishes
Beef Chilli Con Carne Nachos, Lime Salsa & Sour Cream
Cheese Burger with the Works, Swiss Cheese, Gherkins and Burger Sauce
Honey, Mustard and Spring Onion Crunchy Chicken
Mac ‘n’ Cheese with Chorizo, Vintage Red Leicester, Parsley Crumb
Pork roasted with Ginger, Mango, Pineapple, Bean Sprout and Noodle Salad
Steak and Stilton Pies deconstructed, Creamy Mash, Green Veg and Puff Pastry Lid
Fish and Triple Cooked Chips served in Newspaper Cones
Butternut Squash, Sage Risotto, Chestnut and Goats Cheese Bomb
Indian Vegetable Curry, Basmati Rice & Mango Chutney
Hopefully that’s given you some food for thought for your conference catering in Leciestershire and Nottinghamshire. For more ideas visit our corporate catering page or call 01163 260 529