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Barbecue Catering in Rhodes Minnis, Kent
BBQ catering in Rhodes Minnis: a barbecue cooked at your event, from burgers and sausages to ribs, pulled pork and brisket, served hot by our staff.
- Leaving and retirement parties
- Charity fundraisers
- Evening wedding food
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About our BBQ catering in Rhodes Minnis
Barbecue food is sociable food: the smell, the queue and the plates piled high. In Rhodes Minnis, we will set up where it suits your event. We’re often asked to cater sports clubs and team events and garden parties, serving pulled pork, BBQ ribs and coleslaw.
In a small place like Rhodes Minnis, a barbecue in a garden, a paddock or the village green with permission is frequently the plan. Let us know about access, and we’ll handle the rest. Our staff serve and clear, so you’re not left handing out rolls.
About the food
Salads, coleslaw and potatoes
Coleslaw is the natural partner for pulled pork, and salads add freshness.
BBQ ribs
Glazed ribs turn a barbecue into a proper spread, alongside the other meats.
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What affects the price in Rhodes Minnis
We do not use a fixed price list, because every event is different. What matters most:
- Busy dates such as summer Saturdays
- Access to the cooking area
- The number of people
- Plates or china
Midweek and quieter months are often easier to book, and the menu you choose makes a difference too. Tell us your budget and we will suggest what works.
What we need to know
To get the best quote, tell us:
- An estimate of numbers
- Your date and serving time
- The venue or postcode
- Dietary requirements
Planning ahead? Popular dates fill up early, so ask early for summer Saturdays and December. Send us your date for a quote: fill in our quote form.
Step by step
Before service, we set up the grill and the serving table on the agreed spot. Then our chef cooks and the team serves through the time you’ve chosen. For an evening barbecue in Rhodes Minnis, think about light: daylight lasts until about 9:15pm at midsummer, but by late September it goes at about 7:00pm. Plan lights for the serving area after that.
- You tell us the date, the address, rough numbers and when you’d like to eat.
- We check availability and the space for the barbecue and send a clear quote.
- On the day we arrive in good time, put the cover up and get the barbecue hot.
- We cook and serve when you’re ready to eat.
- Afterwards we clear up and leave the spot tidy.
Preparing for the day
- Keep the grill downwind of the seating
- Tell us roughly how many children are coming
- Name a contact for the day
Getting a price
Every quote lists the menu, the serving time, staff and plates, so you can compare caterers fairly. Use our quote form.
Planning help
For planners, venues and organisers
For venues and planners, we are happy to work alongside your team, sharing timings and a site plan.
If you are planning an event on someone’s behalf, such as a wedding planner, an office manager or a fête committee, tell us who our contact on the day will be. We will keep everyone in the loop.
Before you choose a spot
Most gardens, car parks, yards and fields work with a little planning. Here’s what we look for:
- Somewhere for us to park close to the cooking spot
- A level spot in the garden, on the patio or drive
- A thought for the wind direction, so smoke drifts away from guests
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise before booking.
What we serve
- Beef brisket
- Salads
- Jacket potatoes
- Coleslaw
- Pulled pork
- Sausages
- New potatoes
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- BBQ ribs
- Chicken skewers
- Beef burgers
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
Who books BBQ catering in Rhodes Minnis?
Burgers, sausages, chicken, ribs, pulled pork and brisket
Barbecues work for lots of occasions around Rhodes Minnis. For example:
- Summer staff days
- Sports clubs and team events
- Fundraising days
- Engagement and anniversary parties
Coming by train? The nearest station is Sandling station, about 3.8 miles south.
What to look for in a quote
- What the price includes, item by item
- Whether plates or china are included
- Whether travel is included
- How they handle allergens and dietary needs
Is a barbecue right for your event?
Next to a formal plated meal, a barbecue keeps things informal, and it doesn’t need a kitchen. The menu makes a big difference to the price: a simple menu costs less than one with brisket and ribs, so we list each item in the quote. Ask us to suggest a menu for your budget.
Why book our barbecue in Rhodes Minnis
- Timed around your day
- A full barbecue menu
- Serving and clearing done for you
- Barbecue and hog roast together for big events
Take a look at our prices page or BBQ menu ideas.
Diets, allergies and alternatives
With a bit of planning, dietary needs are easier to handle. Here are a few tips:
- Tell us if anyone doesn’t eat beef
- Check the allergen information for sauces and marinades
- Check whether anyone avoids pork or beef when choosing the meats
- Keep the meat-free options clearly labelled
After service, our staff clear up, leaving the spot tidy.
Sides turn a barbecue into a proper meal.
Common questions in Rhodes Minnis
How far is Rhodes Minnis from London?
Roughly 56 miles from the centre of London, and well within our area.
What’s the nearest station to Rhodes Minnis?
The closest is Sandling station, roughly 3.8 miles away.
Do you leave the area tidy?
Our staff clear the serving area, so you are not left with the mess.
What does the venue need to provide?
The main thing is an outdoor cooking spot we can reach. Let us know about the site and we’ll confirm what we need.
Can we have a barbecue and a hog roast?
Yes. Many bigger events have both. Tell us your numbers and we’ll suggest a split.
When should we book?
As early as you can for summer weekends and December. Quieter dates can frequently be booked at shorter notice. Send your date and we will check.
Do you do barbecues out of season?
Most barbecues are in summer, but we can cook in any season. Plan shelter for your guests.
How soon do barbecue dates go?
The earlier the better for summer weekends. Midweek dates are normally easier to get. Send us your details through our quote form.
A catered BBQ in Rhodes Minnis: what to know
Rhodes Minnis is about 5 miles north of Hythe, in Kent. We cover events in Rhodes Minnis, as well as the surrounding area. Rhodes Minnis is one of 922 places in Kent where we cater. Our bookings stretch from Rhodes Minnis to Canterbury (9 miles away).
Nearby historic houses include Acrise Place (2.6 miles east) and Westenhanger Castle (4 miles south-west). If your event is at a historic house or estate, check its rules on outside caterers and open cooking early. Rhodes Minnis is within about 2 miles of the Kent Downs National Landscape, a lovely setting for an outdoor barbecue. Venues there may restrict open cooking, so ask about their rules first. With the coast within about 6 miles of Rhodes Minnis, wind is the thing to plan for: we choose a sheltered spot for the grill and keep smoke away from guests.
For events in CT4, we just need to know where the barbecue can cook. Streets in the area include Longage Hill and Green Lane, and an event on any of them works with a garden, drive or yard for the barbecue. For events just outside Rhodes Minnis, we cover Woodland (1 mile south-west), Ottinge (1 mile east), Hemsted (1 mile south-west), Lyminge (1 mile south-east) and Skeete (1 mile south-west). We also serve nearby towns such as Ashford (9 miles west), Canterbury (9 miles north), Dover (10 miles east), Folkestone (6 miles south-east), Whitstable (14 miles north) and Deal (15 miles east).
A little further out are Royal Victoria Hospital (5.8 miles south-east) and Elham Valley Countryside Centre And Railway Museum (3.7 miles south-east). Green spaces nearby include Tolsford Hill.
- Cooked on site by our chef, outdoors under cover
- A full barbecue menu, not just burgers
- Something for everyone, including vegetarians and vegans
- Served by our staff at the time you choose, then cleared away