There is something so special about celebrating a milestone birthday with the people you value most, especially one as important as your 70th birthday! Sharing a lifetime of anecdotes and memories, surrounded by great company, a relaxed atmosphere and of course, tasty food provided by our Hog Roast Drinkstone catering team. From the moment guests began arriving, there was a real excitement in the air. With 50 friends and family gathering to celebrate such an important occasion, the garden setting made the perfect venue for an afternoon of laughter, memories and indulgence.
With a serve time of 1:30pm, the food quickly became a talking point for many of the guests involved, however long before the guests began piling their plates high, our Hog Roast Drinkstone team were hard at work slow-roasting the pig on site and preparing the sides so they were full of flavour and ready to be enjoyed. Our team was led by the friendly catering manager, Tim, who ensured that our menu was perfectly catered to all guests, service ran seamlessly and all guests left feeling happy and well fed, whether they were meat lovers or preferred a vegetarian or vegan option.
The centerpiece of the spread was of course, our slow roasted pig, cooked to perfection and complete with crispy crackling. Guests could build their plate with traditional favourites such as sweet apple sauce and sage and onion stuffing as well as fresh bread rolls or wraps which were also gluten free on request! Of course, no buffet is complete without a selection of fresh and colourful sides to perfectly balance your plate, which is why we provided tomato and mozzarella salad, crisp mixed salad, crunchy coleslaw and roasted new potatoes on offer, alongside the centerpiece. We always believe that every guest should feel just as excited about the food and this event was no different. Alongside the hog roast, we served up a vibrant and flavour-packed alternative: grilled vegetable and halloumi skewers, served with wraps and refreshing tzatziki or sweet chilli sauce.
We were honoured to be a part of such a memorable occasion and what really made this event stand out to us was the atmosphere, the sun was shining on a spring afternoon and the buffet style service encouraged everyone to move around, chat, and go back for seconds (and thirds!). Events like these remind us of why we love catering for events like these, bringing people together without the formality of a sit down meal, meaning everyone can enjoy the day and spend time with the people that matter most to them.
A 70th birthday is a milestone worth celebrating properly and this event at Peggs Cottage was the perfect example of how great food and great company can create lasting memories. From the perfectly cooked hog roast to the vibrant vegetarian options and fresh sides, every detail was designed to make the day as enjoyable as possible for every guest.
So if you’re planning a special celebration of your own, whether it’s a birthday, anniversary or family gathering, Hog Roast Drinkstone would love to help you make it unforgettable.