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Success Stories
Wedding
“We would like to say thank you, for a wonderful meal. The food was perfect & the quantities were amazing, it even filled Jonathan up, after his 3 main course helpings and 2 desserts! As the main event of the day was on our meal, it was fantastic to have such wonderful food and great service. It made our day extra special & everybody had a wonderful day. Thank you so much”
Jonathan & Helen
Bride & Groom
Catering FAQ
Do you only supply the catering?
No. We can supply champagne & wines, waiting staff, glasses, crockery, table linen and marquees, if you require, from Poppy Marquees.
Do you charge VAT?
Yes. We are VAT registered, therefore in accordance with the HM Customs and Excise regulations we must charge VAT on Hot Food.
Can you caterer for vegetarians or any special dietary requirements?
Yes. We can accommodate any catering requirements; we are fully trained, City and Guild Qualified. We work very closely with our customers to ensure we meet all their catering needs.
Can we have our favourite family dish on the menu?
Yes. Our qualified caterers will design a menu around both your taste and budget.
What makes Poppy Caterers a unique catering company?
Poppy Caterers and her sister company Poppy Marquees was established by Simon Halmshaw a former Army Officer, who instills the importance of customer satisfaction, value for money and quality right from the onset.
With over 25 years experience in the hospitality industry and qualified executive chef, having been involved in many high profile events from catering for members of the Royal Family, Ambassadors to Lords and Ladies, you can be rest assured that when you book Poppy for your event you are in professional and qualified hands.
Can you hire the catering and marquee together?
Yes. You can hire our catering service as well as a marquee; we are very flexible in our approach to our customer's needs and requirements.
Are you qualified in Food Safety?
Yes. We hold an Advance Food Hygiene Certificate; all our staff holds a Basic Food Handlers Certificate.
Do you only have standard menus?
No. All our menus are designed around your tastes and requirements. However, you can see some sample menus on this website.
Does Poppy Caterers have insurance cover?
Yes. Poppy Caterers are insured for £5 million public liability; please see our terms and conditions.