Outdoor Event Catering in South West London — Food Stalls, Festivals & Garden Parties

South West London hosts dozens of outdoor events every summer — from community fairs to garden parties and charity fundraisers. Getting the catering right can make or break the experience. ## Types of Outdoor Events We Cater ### Food Festivals & Community Fairs Jaflong has been the headline food stall at [Ham Fair](/events/ham-fair-2025) for 5 consecutive years, serving 600+ guests per event. We bring our own equipment — gas cooking stations, insulated servers, and a team of 4+ staff. ### School Festivals From [Hollyfest at Hollyfield School](/events/hollyfest-2025) to PTA summer fairs, we provide trained event team and child-friendly menus. ### Garden Parties For private garden events (30-150 guests), our team handles setup, service, and cleanup. All you need is a level area and access to a power point. ### Corporate Outdoor Days Team-building events, away days, and summer socials near [Kew](/catering/kew), [Richmond Park](/catering/richmond), or [Twickenham](/catering/twickenham). ## What to Look for in an Outdoor Caterer 1. **Own equipment** — they shouldn't rely on your venue's kitchen 2. **Food safety compliance** — outdoor events have stricter temperature monitoring requirements 3. **Insurance** — public liability coverage is essential 4. **Weather contingency** — gazebos, covers, and insulated equipment 5. **Volume experience** — can they actually serve 400+ people efficiently? ## Our Outdoor Setup Jaflong provides a complete self-contained outdoor catering setup: - Portable gas cooking stations - Insulated hot-holding units - Professional gazebo and serving area - Temperature monitoring equipment - Full waste management and cleanup ## Pricing Outdoor event catering starts from £15/head for our [Essential package](/packages). Festival stall arrangements are priced separately — [contact us](/contact) for details. ## Ready to Book? Whether it's a [festival stall](/partners), a [garden party](/private-party-catering-hampton), or a [corporate outdoor event](/corporate-catering-richmond), Jaflong delivers. [Get a quote →](/quote)

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.