Hollybank House in Emsworth is a listed Country House mainly used as a bed & breakfast surrounded in 10 acres of perfectly kept gardens. This perfect location played host to an all in all beautiful wedding, even the weather decided to be kind to us.

Giant Apple our Event Management partners asked us to cater for a wedding in Emsworth – the brief was to create something slightly different with a very informal and relaxed atmosphere for 160 guests.

The guests were greeted with a glass of our very popular summer drink of Pimms and lemonade or a Raspberry fizz for those who wanted to take it easy!

Shortly after arrival drinks our contemporary Canapés were served on the lawns…which included…Leek & Potato Soup, Crispy leeks and Chives - Sausage & Tomato Mash - Poppy Seed & Goats Cheese, Red Onion Marmalade - Posh King Prawn Cocktail. These were polished off rather quickly which is always a compliment.

Guest proceeded to the wonderfully decorated marquee where we served two slowly cooked seasoned Hog Roasts, Floured Baps, Home made Bramley Apple Sauce and a selection of fresh Salads, Pickles & Breads. We also cooked Seafood Paella and Chunky Vegetable Ratatouille, Basil & Goats Cheese in large paella stands which the guests absolutely loved and kept coming back for more. The bride wanted something very different so Dan, our Creative Chef came up with the idea of paella stands which was completely bespoke and encouraged interaction between the guests.

The night was filled with singing, drinking and dancing whilst the children played giant Jenga and connect four in the gardens outside the marquee. It was obvious that everyone thoroughly enjoyed themselves.

At the end of the evening an amazing fire dance was displayed by the Bride’s sister to see the newly weds off on their honeymoon.

All in all a good day was had by everyone!

If you would like an event with a difference then give us a call now…..

Charlie Lovering - Events and Office Coordinator

Red Anywhere recently catered at a beautiful country retreat near Bath. The setting was idyllic with beautiful weather to match!

We were asked by Pretty Clever our event management partners to create a High Tea for 30 guests and to keep the theme very English…. not a problem for us at Red!

I included some open sandwiches off Smoked Salmon, Pickled Cucumber, Roquette and Celery Leaves from the stunning Organic vegetable garden at the property. we also served Roast Chicken with Lemon, Thyme and Honey with Pink Grapefruit, Cornish Crab with Parsley & Lemon was a particular favourite with the guests.

Now Cakes have to be part of any afternoon tea and this was no different. I made fresh fruit scones with Cornish Clotted Cream, Home made Strawberry Jam, Lemon Drizzle Cake and our very famous double Chocolate Brownie!

This was all washed down with Champagne, Pimm’s and a pot of fresh English Tea.

So anyone looking for a Traditional High Tea with a twist then please let us know!

Due to a very busy period and continued success we have added a new face to red… “Charlie Lovering” joins us as Events and Office Coordinator, i think you will all agree a lot better looking than my good self!

Charlie has a wealth of experience in the hospitality industry which includes working at the luxury South Lodge in Sussex and working her way up to banqueting Supervisor and a very young age.

Charlie’s role will see her develop our office and admin systems (get us organised!) and also a major part of her role will be to facilitate Mine and Andy’s ideas and see if we can make some of them happen!

Charlie will also be the face of red at many of our events, ensuring our clients are looked after throughout their event and also getting feedback after the event.

We at Red are very excited by Charlie’s arrival and look forward to her stamping her mark in our business!

Welcome and Good Luck

Dan Clarke