Salad boxes just made up and ready to be delivered to a beautiful yoga retreat in Essex. £12.50 including a lovely selection of mini sweet treats. Delivery, cutlery, plates and serviettes included in price per head 

Buffet number 7 of this week just delivered and set up for a lovely accountancy firm in Chelmsford. Now for a nice glass of Rioja I think 

Welcome to The Handmade Food Company

Based in Chelmsford, we are expert buffet catering specialists committed to crafting delicious, handcrafted dishes for all types of events. Whether it’s a private party or a corporate function, we provide everything needed to make it truly memorable. With over 20 years of experience, we combine professionalism, expertise, and a personal touch to deliver exceptional service. Our bespoke approach ensures your event is catered flawlessly, tailored to your unique needs and preferences. Let us help make your occasion unforgettable.

Services

Handmade Buffet Catering

Bespoke Buffet Catering for all your events…from 15 to 300 people 

Corporate Event Catering

We are experienced providers of buffet catering services to many local businesses & organisations

Private Party Catering

Intimate gatherings, memorable events, tailored menus with full dietary options

 

Frequently Asked Questions

Are you fully registered and hygiene compliant?

Absolutely we are! With a five star hygiene rating, glowing reports from inspection. We have an array of professional qualifications along with over 20 years catering together in the Chelmsford area. 

Do you offer vegetarian and vegan options?

Our flexible menus mean that we can accommodate any and all dietary requirements, ensuring that all of your guests are able to enjoy a varied, safe and delicious plate of food. 

How far in advance should I book your services?

It's best to book our services as early as possible to ensure availability for your event date. 

Are you able to cater for children alongside an adult buffet?

Yes, we often are asked to provide a suitable kids selection alongside the main buffet. A nominal charge is made. 

What’s included in your price per head charge?

All of our per head menus are fully inclusive. We provide whatever is needed with no extra charges 

All of our finger and fork buffets are delivered on straight to table black crystal lidded recyclable platters. We also provide disposable bagasse plates, serviettes, and cutlery if needed. We also provide very smart black high quality disposable tablecloths. 
We will set up the buffet tables and ensure that your event food looks a million dollars! 

Do you have the facilities to provide a Hot Buffet?

We are able to provide a full hot buffet service, subject to kitchen facilities at your chosen venue, which, again, is fully inclusive.

We will serve your guests ourselves, using our professional warmers. We will also provide crockery & cutlery, and will clear the tables.  
Our hot buffet food is freshly prepared and cooked specifically for you on the day. 

“The Handmade Food Company provided an amazing spread for my wedding reception. The food was delicious and beautifully presented. Highly recommend!”

 

 

Add comment

Comments

Karen Hepworth
4 days ago

I hope you are well.

I am contacting you on behalf of The Writtle Surgery as we are holding a retirement celebration for a member of staff on 29 October and are looking for a caterer to provide a buffet lunch.

We anticipate approximately 15-20 guests attending and would be grateful if you could advise on your availability for this date, together with details of your Hot buffet options and associated costs. We would also appreciate information regarding any vegetarian, vegan or other dietary options that you can provide.

The event will be held at The Writtle Surgery in Writtle, Chelmsford.

I look forward to hearing from you and would be grateful if you could provide a quotation at your earliest convenience.

Nicola Edey
9 days ago

Hello!
I am considering a graze board for approximately 20 people for Sat 21st November.
If this is something you can do, please can you advise of the price and what food you would include.

Many thanks
Nicola 😀

Ann and Jonathan Weymouth
2 months ago

Very many thanks for the delicious variety in the finger buffet delivered to us exactly on time on Sunday it was as just what was required for a gathering of our family after the wedding on Saturday. Everybody had been involved on Sunday in the clearing up and we had no time ourselves to provide food for such numbers. The Portuguese Custard tarts and the strawberry cream scones were a special treat favourite

Shirley O’Shaughnessy
2 months ago

Would you be able to give me a price for a buffet for approximately 50 people please

Jackie Fildes
5 months ago

My email disappeared too soon, clumsy fingers.
Did you get it?

Jackie Fildes
5 months ago

I spoke to you about a lunch at The Heritage Centre in Galleywood on 6th June. I have 41 people confirmed, possibly another 4, I'm chasing them up. When do you need to know by?

I like your drop and leave cold fork buffet @£22pp. I'm hoping this will be in the marquee, but we have the have the hall if the weather proves difficult.

I look forward to hearing

Max Philips
6 months ago

Hi there
I was at an event recently and was told it was your company that provided the buffet. I just wanted to say it was absolutely fantastic and so very tasty and everyone was raving about it. Wanted you to know

Wendy Dawson
7 months ago

Had a delicious finger buffet from this company last week for my husbands birthday. Mandy was great to deal with,very professional. The food was incredible and all of our guests were talking about it. We would definitely use them again

Mary Boswood
7 months ago

Fantastic cold finger buffet for 80 for a family party. Delicious food and beautifully presented. Highly recommend

Anna Simpson
7 months ago

Hello, my friend is getting married in September and we are looking to provide some platters for the bridal party to have while we are getting ready in the late morning. There will be 10-12 people altogether including four children - do you cater for this amount or is your minimum for all orders 15? Many thanks, Anna

Show more comments

Contact us

Get in touch with us today to discuss your catering needs and book our services.

Location

The Handmade Food Company
Chelmsford

About us

The Handmade Food Company is dedicated to providing high-quality handmade food for all types of events. With a focus on fresh ingredients and creative menus, we strive to make every event memorable.