We have been providing Outside Catering in the Midlands for over twenty-five years, maintaining a commitment to quality and professionalism at all our functions whether they be intimate dinner parties or a marquee events for hundreds. The team pride themselves on relishing the challenges of each new (job) and have built up a reputation for being able to adapt to any situation.

Fenella de Minckwitz

Fenella has been in Outside Catering for twenty years. She was trained by Daphne Holden and Rosemary Hume at the celebrated Cordon Bleu cookery school, Winkfield Place. After a time working in the restaurant trade, Fenella decided to set up her own business, Flavours, before acquiring Gourmet Foods in 1994.

‘The most rewarding part of my job is listening to people’s ideas and then turning them into reality. We have catered for hundreds of marquee functions in the last ten years - each one of them providing a new challenge. At the heart of our services lies our dedication to excellent food prepared with the highest quality ingredients, however the team are always willing to go the extra mile, whether it be sourcing the perfect ice sculpture or creating a tailor-made recipe’.

Head Chef – Dean Bagnall

After completing his training at the Birmingham College of Food, Dean worked in top hotels such as the Hyatt and the Swallow specialising as a pastry chef before moving to London to gain experience in a Michelin starred restaurant. On his return to the Midlands he worked in several well known local establishments before switching to the world of outside catering. He has been at Gourmet for four years.

‘It has been great to combine the skills I developed in the restaurant trade with the different disciplines of Outside Catering. My aim is to produce top quality restaurant standard food, irrespective of the location or facilities. Thankfully due to Fenella’s experience in the planning and a well trained team, I am confident we can do this on any occasion.’

Our supervising staff have many years of combined experience and have built up good relationships with our regular clients. The very high standard of our services is testified to in the many letters we receive from those we cater for.

Why not let us help you to make your event as special as possible?

We look forward to being of service to you in the very near future.