Event Catering in Camden

Happy Plate is a catering specialist based in Camden Town, London. They work with local suppliers and create bespoke menus for each and every event, working with clients and their budgets. Happy Plate cater for a variety of events including canapés, party events and private sit-down meals.

What do you need to know from an organiser in order to provide a comprehensive quote?

In order for us to create the most bespoke menus and packages for our clients the head chef Kirsty works with the clients to find out what kinds of foods they like/dislike and if they had an idea of what kind of food they want served, whether it be a canapé/bowl food event, plated or sharing style. Ideally, we need to know when the event is being held, an idea of what the event is that the client is hosting, an estimate of how many guests will be attending.

What advice would you give to a customer looking to hire a provider in your area of work?

I would always recommend that customers use a catering supplier who uses only the finest ingredients they can source, that does not necessarily mean the most expensive but just the best quality food. I would also recommend that a client works with someone who has ample experience within their trade. It also makes it easier for clients when a supplier can either supply or source other things needed for the event, such as staff and hiring of any equipment needed. That takes a lot of pressure and stress off of the host to organise everything and lets them relax and enjoy their event more.

Please tell us a little bit about how and why you started the business.

Happy Plate was started because the owner and head chef, Kirsty, wants to share her love of food with people. Offering clients a variety of catering options for all kinds of events means she can spread her love of food with a wide variety of clients. Working closely with local suppliers Kirsty is able to source wonderful ingredients and serve delicious dishes at affordable prices. Good food does not need to cost the world, and Kirsty wants to share this with all of her clients.

Please tell us about a booking you've had through Add to Event, how did it go? Would you recommend us to others?

I have found a lot of clients through Add to Event and each and every one of them have been wonderful to work with. It has been a pleasure creating bespoke and tailored menus for them, but the most satisfaction has come on the days of the events when I have been able to cook for them. When other guests at events have asked me how the host found me, I have always recommended Add to Event to them. It is a wonderful platform where people easily can find the best suitable suppliers to work with for their events.