Did you know Cornwall is one of the most popular wedding destinations in England? It’s true! And even if you didn’t know that, we’re guessing you’re not exactly shocked. When you’ve got dramatic coastlines, golden beaches, rolling countryside and historic venues all packed into one county, there’s no shortage of beautiful places to say “I do”.
Whether you’re picturing a seaside wedding with rugged cliffs in the background and soft sand between your toes, or something more rustic and steeped in history, Cornwall’s got you covered. So much so that even after all our years catering across the region, Hog Roast Bude still finds ourselves stopping to appreciate just how lovely our little corner of the country really is. And on 26th September, it managed to take our breath away all over again.
We’d been invited to cater a wedding at the highly coveted Launcells Barton – a secluded manor house tucked away among the Cornish woodlands, surrounded by rolling fields for as far as the eye can see. We could immediately see why the couple had chosen it and with the setting looking after itself, our job was to make sure the food lived up to the surroundings.
The couple told us they wanted something relaxed and generous that their guests could tuck into without any unnecessary fuss, so our classic hog roast seemed like a pretty perfect fit. While the afternoon went on around us, Hog Roast Bude got to work cooking the whole hog low and slow over real flames, waiting patiently for the skin to turn crisp and bubbling while the meat inside
became wonderfully tender and juicy.
Once ready the pork was served with applesauce and sage and onion stuffing on soft rolls or wraps, with mixed salad and gourmet coleslaw bringing a bit of freshness to the plate. We also had our vegetarian and vegan guests covered with BBQ pulled jackfruit sliders and grilled vegetable and halloumi kebabs complete with sweet chilli and tzatziki dip. It wasn’t long before plates started filling up, conversations flowed and the atmosphere came alive with everyone’s excitement.
The couple were beyond thrilled with how Hog Roast Bude handled ourselves on the day. The food service ran smoothly and right on schedule – and with something for everyone on the menu, they didn’t have to worry about anyone feeling left out or forgotten.