The Best Caterer for Your Office Christmas Lunch in Richmond
December is the busiest month for office catering in Richmond upon Thames. Whether you're organising a team Christmas lunch for 15 or a company-wide festive celebration for 200, choosing the right caterer can make or break the event.
Why Indian Catering Wins at Christmas
Here's a secret Richmond's best event planners already know: Indian catering outperforms traditional Christmas catering for office events. Here's why:
- Universally loved — Indian food has broad appeal across all backgrounds
- Dietary inclusive — naturally accommodates vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and halal diets
- Memorable — your team will remember a stunning Indian feast long after they've forgotten another turkey dinner
- Great value — more variety per pound than traditional catering
What to Look for in an Office Christmas Caterer
- Food Hygiene Rating — only book a caterer with a Rating of 5 (the highest). Check ratings.food.gov.uk.
- Allergen documentation — essential for corporate compliance. Your caterer must provide full 14-allergen documentation.
- Delivery and setup — do they deliver, set up, and collect? Or do you have to do it yourself?
- Flexible timing — can they deliver at 11:30am for a noon lunch? Flexibility matters.
- Reviews — check Google reviews. Look for 4.5★+ with 100+ reviews minimum.
Jaflong's Christmas Catering Packages
We offer three packages for office Christmas events:
- Essential — £15/head. 3 starters, 3 mains, rice, naan. Perfect for casual team lunches.
- Classic — £22/head. 4 starters, 4 mains, sides, accompaniments. Most popular for Christmas.
- Premium — £35/head. 5 starters, 5 mains, desserts, premium dishes. For when you want to impress.
All packages include delivery, setup, serving dishes, and full allergen documentation. Minimum 20 guests.
Book Early — December Fills Fast
We recommend booking your office Christmas lunch at least 6 weeks in advance. Popular dates (the two Fridays before Christmas) fill 8+ weeks ahead. Get your free Christmas catering quote or call 020 8332 1339.
Related resources
Planning an event in Richmond, Kingston, Twickenham or the wider South-West London area? These pages help you take the next step:
- Request a free catering quote — tell us your date, guest count and venue and we'll reply the same day.
- Compare our catering packages — Essential (from £15pp), Classic (from £22pp) and Premium (from £35pp).
- Browse the full menu — 80+ Indian and Bangladeshi dishes with clear halal, vegan and gluten-free markers.
Frequently Asked Questions
What areas do you cover?
Jaflong Catering is based in Richmond (TW10) and covers Richmond upon Thames, Kingston upon Thames, Twickenham, Teddington, Surbiton, Hampton, New Malden, Sheen and Wimbledon. Delivery is free within 10 miles; a small fee applies between 10 and 20 miles.
How much does catering cost per person?
Our packages start from £15 per head (Essential buffet), £22 per head (Classic) and £35 per head (Premium multi-course). Final pricing depends on guest count, menu choices and service style — request your bespoke catering quote for an exact figure.
Is your catering halal?
Yes. All our meat is sourced from trusted suppliers providing halal-certified products, and we can cater fully halal events including Nikah, Mehndi, Walimah, Eid and Aqiqah occasions. Vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free options are clearly marked on the explore our full Indian & Bangladeshi catering menu.
How far in advance should I book?
For weddings and events over 100 guests we recommend booking 6–12 weeks ahead. For smaller parties 2–3 weeks is usually enough, and we regularly accept last-minute bookings within 48 hours where capacity allows.
Do you offer tastings?
Yes — tastings are available by appointment for weddings and larger events. Ask about a tasting when you send us your event details for a personalised catering quote and we'll arrange a convenient slot at our Richmond kitchen.