Hampshire · England
BBQ Catering for Hoe Gate
Six barbecue meats and proper vegetarian and vegan options, grilled at your venue in Hoe Gate by our chef. Our staff serve and clear.
- Back-garden get-togethers
- Work barbecues
- Neighbourhood parties
BBQ catering for Hoe Gate
BBQ catering in Hoe Gate, served hot
A good barbecue is about more than burgers: pulled pork, brisket and ribs turn it into a proper meal, with salads, coleslaw and potatoes on the side. Typical bookings include sports clubs and team events and reunions and family get-togethers, with sausages, pulled pork and coleslaw.
Country barbecues near Hoe Gate are hard to beat on a summer evening. Plan shelter in case it rains, and think about lighting if it runs late. Our chef cooks everything thoroughly, with separate equipment for raw and cooked food.
Diets, allergies and alternatives
A little planning helps everyone eat safely. A few tips:
- Collect dietary needs with the RSVPs
- Tell us if anyone does not eat beef
- Check which rolls and sauces contain gluten
- Tell us how many vegetarians and vegans to expect
The serving table is kept tidy and stocked, so the barbecue looks as good at the end as at the start.
A hog roast and a barbecue together cover every taste.
About the food
Beef brisket
Slow-cooked beef brisket, sliced to serve, rich and tender.
Pulled pork
Because it is slow-cooked, pulled pork is ready as soon as we start serving, which keeps the queue moving.
A catered barbecue compared with other options
Instead of asking a friend to man the grill, a catered barbecue means everyone gets to be a guest, and the food is cooked by people who do it every week. What you choose to eat matters most: a simple menu costs less than one with brisket and ribs, so the quote shows each choice. Tell us your budget and we will suggest a menu.
Why book our barbecue in Hoe Gate
- A full barbecue menu
- Timed around your day
- A clear quote with everything listed
- Salads, potatoes and coleslaw to go with it
Read our prices page and menu ideas for your barbecue.
Planners, venues and businesses
If you are organising for someone else, whether you’re a planner, a PA or on a committee, let us know who we’ll deal with on the day. We will keep everyone in the loop.
For events on land you do not own, such as a park or field, you will need the landowner’s permission for cooking and vehicles. Get that agreed before booking.
Planning the cooking spot
Planning the cooking spot is the key. A quick checklist:
- The venue’s agreement for an outside caterer
- A wet-weather plan for your guests
- Parking near the grill
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise.
What we serve
- Sausages
- Beef brisket
- Chicken skewers
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
- BBQ ribs
- Jacket potatoes
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Salads
- Pulled pork
- Coleslaw
- Beef burgers
- New potatoes
Hoe Gate barbecues: local tips
Hoe Gate is about 4 miles north-west of Waterlooville, in Hampshire. Hosts in Hoe Gate book us for events of all sizes. Hoe Gate is one of 683 towns and villages in Hampshire we cover. You can also see our page for Southampton, about 12 miles away.
If you’re organising a summer fair for a school like Newtown Soberton Infant School, a barbecue is a crowd-pleaser. For guests coming by train, the nearest station is Portchester station, about 4.5 miles south.
Wherever your event is in PO7, we can cook on site for your guests, from busy streets to quiet lanes. Neighbouring places where we cater events include Southend (1 mile north-west), Hipley (1 mile south), Worlds End (1 mile south), Newtown (1 mile west) and Soberton Heath (1 mile north-west). Larger places within reach include Winchester (14 miles north-west), Gosport (8 miles south), Havant (6 miles south-east), Eastleigh (11 miles west), Fareham (6 miles south-west) and Horndean (4 miles east).
Other landmarks nearby include Knowle Hospital (4.6 miles south-west). Open spaces near Hoe Gate include St Clair's Meadow and Portsdown Hill.
Nearby places to Hoe Gate
More for events in Hoe Gate
What affects the price in Hoe Gate
The biggest factors are:
- Distance from us
- The date and time of year
- The number of people
- Crockery choices
Travel matters for the price: we include travel in the quote, with any London charges listed. Tell us the exact address so the quote is accurate.
What we need to know
To get the best quote, send us:
- The address or postcode
- The date and time of the event
- Anything the venue has asked for
- Any dietary needs or allergies
Every event is quoted on its own, because numbers, menu, serving time and travel vary. Ask us for a quote for your event: send us your details through our quote form.
How it works
On the day, we set up the barbecue on the agreed spot, put the cover up and get it hot. Then our chef cooks through the service time, timed to when you want to eat. At midsummer, it is light in Hoe Gate until about 9:20pm, so an evening barbecue can run late in daylight. By late September, sunset is nearer 7:10pm.
- It starts with your date, venue, numbers and serving time.
- You get a check on the date and the spot, and a quote.
- On the day, we set up on the agreed spot and get the grill hot.
- We cook and serve when you’re ready to eat.
- We clear the serving area and pack away.
Preparing for the day
- Pick a spot where smoke blows away from guests
- Make sure the cooking area is away from walls, tents and trees
- Choose the menu a week or so before
Ask for a quote
Tell us your date, venue or postcode and roughly how many people, plus when you’d like to eat. We will confirm availability and send a price. Use our quote form.
Planning help
Hoe Gate: your questions answered
Which station is closest to Hoe Gate?
Portchester station, about 4.5 miles south of the centre.
Is Hoe Gate close to London?
Roughly 60 miles from the centre of London, and well within our area.
Is a barbecue good for children?
Yes, generally: simple food in a roll suits most children. Tell us how many children to expect.
What does the venue need to provide?
A level, open spot outdoors for the grill, with room for a serving table and a way in for our equipment. Tell us what’s available on site and we will confirm the rest when we quote.
Can you serve the barbecue on plates?
Yes. Plates come as standard, with sides such as salads and potatoes.
Is there anything for vegans?
Yes: halloumi and vegetable skewers for vegetarians and a vegan burger or sausage for vegans. Tell us numbers so there is enough.
Is BBQ catering only for summer?
We cook under cover, so the season doesn’t stop us. Out of season, think about lighting and shelter for guests.
Do you label the food for allergies?
We can label dishes at the serving table. Tell us about allergies in advance.
Who books BBQ catering in Hoe Gate?
Add a hog roast for bigger events
Hosts in Hoe Gate book us for small gatherings and big outdoor days alike. For example:
- Summer staff days
- Sports clubs and team events
- Street parties
- Evening wedding food
After a christening at a church such as Church of the Holy Trinity, a barbecue at home or a hall nearby is an easy way to feed everyone.
Comparing caterers
- Exactly what’s included in the price
- Plates, china and cutlery
- How dietary needs are handled
- The deposit, balance and cancellation terms
- Cooked on site by our chef, outdoors under cover
- Six barbecue meats to choose from
- Something for everyone, including vegetarians and vegans
- Served when you’re ready, and we tidy the serving area afterwards