Bridal showers, once a hallmark of American wedding culture, have found a place in the hearts of UK brides in recent years. Far removed from the raucous festivities of hen parties, bridal showers offer a gentler, more inclusive celebration, providing the bride-to-be with a blissful respite from the whirlwind of wedding planning.
Last weekend, Hog Roast Barnsley had the pleasure of catering at Caitlyn’s bridal shower, held in the elegant confines of a local hotel’s function room. The scene was set for a memorable gathering, with circular tables adorned with crisp white tablecloths and exquisite floral arrangements gracing each centrepiece.
To complement the sophisticated ambience, Hog Roast Barnsley spared no effort in ensuring every detail was just right. Real crockery and cutlery graced each place setting, elevating the dining experience to match the elegance of the occasion. Meanwhile, behind the scenes, catering managers Chris and Kayleigh worked their magic, using fresh, locally sourced ingredients to craft a sumptuous feast fit for a bride.
Guests were greeted with an array of delectable canapés upon arrival, including pan-seared fillet of beef, roasted duck, halloumi and tomato crostini, chicken liver parfait, and mini quiche, elegantly presented on bamboo wooden platters. As the celebration unfolded, these bite-sized treats were laid out for guests to enjoy at their leisure, ensuring everyone had their fill of culinary delights.
For the main course, Hog Roast Barnsley pulled out all the stops, serving up a tender suckling hog roast with crackling, stuffing, and applesauce, alongside whole-roasted free-range chicken with chipolata sausages. Vegetarian guests were treated to grilled vegetable and halloumi skewers with sweet chilli sauce, tzatziki dip, and flatbreads, ensuring there was something to satisfy every palate.
Fresh market vegetables glazed in butter and creamy dauphinoise potatoes rounded out the mains, leaving guests thoroughly impressed by the flavours and quality of the fare. With appetites sated, the party kicked into high gear with a series of lively bridal shower games and a captivating tarot reading session, courtesy of a hired tarot reader.
As the festivities drew to a close, dessert took centre stage, with guests indulging in vacherins of strawberries and passion fruit cream and rich chocolate torte with fresh cream.
Thanks in no small part to Hog Roast Barnsley, Caitlyn’s bridal shower was a resounding success, leaving her even more eager to embark on her journey to matrimony in the weeks to come.