Funeral Catering in Berkshire
we also cover Buckinghamshire, Oxfordshire & Hampshire
We specialise in Funeral Catering across Berkshire, and also cover areas of Buckinghamshire, Oxfordshire and Hampshire.
Bereavement is a difficult and emotional time with an endless list of tasks to deal with, not least the catering following the funeral service. If you are searching for a Funeral Caterer in Berkshire to cater for a funeral wake or memorial celebration near you, you need look no further. Food by Julie can help at this difficult time, offering a sympathetic and supportive service aimed at relieving some of the stress and pressure often experienced when arranging a funeral. This will allow you to focus on other important aspects of the day.
Food by Julie (FBJ) is a locally based established business with considerable knowledge and expertise catering for funeral receptions in a discreet and professional way. Our superb home-made food is prepared using the finest quality ingredients and locally sourced produce, and is beautifully presented, whilst our friendly staff are unobtrusive and efficient.
Quite simply, we are dedicated to providing a genuine bespoke service that takes care of every element of the catering. We can provide china, cutlery, glassware, linen and napkins and any other requirements needed including fresh flowers for the reception.
We can visit you to discuss your precise requirements and we will also visit the venue beforehand on your behalf to ensure everything is in order on the day.
MENUS
You may like to view some of our funeral catering sample menus which range from a simple Afternoon Tea to something more elaborate and may be tailored in any way to suit your personal and individual needs.
SPECIAL DIETARY REQUIRMENTS
We will be happy to provide any additional information should you have any special dietary requirements.
If you would like us to provide a quotation that includes staffing charges, drinks packages and hire costs, please contact us by emailing foodbyjulie.catering@gmail.com or calling 0118 984 3114 / 07976 808 498
SANDWICHES
A Selection of freshly prepared Finger & Traditional Sandwiches (crusts removed)
- Smoked Salmon, Lemon & Cracked Black Pepper
- Free Range Egg Mayonnaise & Mustard Cress
- Honey Baked Ham & Tomato
- Cheddar Cheese & Chutney
SWEET ITEMS
- Homemade Scones with Clotted Cream & Strawberry Preserve
- Lemon Drizzle Cake
UNLIMITED TEA, COFFEE & JUICE/ELDERLFOWER
A Selection of Finger & Traditional Sandwiches (crusts removed)
- Free Range Egg Mayonnaise with Mustard Cress
- Rare Roast Beef & Horseradish
- Extra Mature Cheddar Cheese & Apple & Pear Chutney
- Smoked Salmon, Lemon & Cracked Black Pepper
SAVOURY
- Breaded Chicken Goujons with Lemon Mayonnaise
- Caramelised Onion & Cheddar Cheese Tartlets / Broccoli & Stilton Tartlets
- Asparagus wrapped in Proscuitto or Honey & Thyme Glazed Pork Cocktail Sausages
SWEET ITEMS
- Mini Chocolate Almond Brownies with White Chocolate Hazlenuts
- Lemon Polenta Drizzle Cake
- Dainty Scones, Strawberry Preserve & Clotted Cream
UNLIMITED TEA, COFFEE, JUICE & ELDERFLOWER
- Chicken Tikka with Mango Chutney, Curried Mayonnaise & Rocket
- Rare Roast Beef & Pickle with Watercress
- Free Range Egg Mayonnaise with Mustard Cress
- Brie & Cranberry with Leaves
- Smoked Salmon & Cucumber
SAVOURY ITEMS
- Chinese Five Spice Chicken Satay with Peanut Dipping Sauce
- Coconut Prawns with Sweet Chilli Dip
- Melon and Prosuitto Skewers
- Goats Cheese & Red Onion Tartlets / Leek & Roquefort Tartlets / Smoked Salmon & Cream (warm)
- Cheese Tartlets with Spring Onions & Chives
SWEET ITEMS
- Tiny Chocolate Eclairs
- Lemon & Passionfruit Mini Tartlets or Mini Treacle/Frangipane Tartlets
- Baby Meringue Baskets with Raspberries & Cream
UNLIMITED TEA, COFFEE & JUICE/ ELDERFLOWER
ADD A GLASS OF WINE, PROSECCO OR BUCKS FIZZ FROM £2.50 PER GUEST
ADDITIONAL SAVOURY ITEMS WHICH CAN BE SUBSTITUTED
- Homemade Sausage Rolls with Apple & Herbs
- Mustard, Honey & Herb Basted Pork Cocktail Sausages
- Five-Spice Chicken Skewers with Hoisin Glaze
- Jersey Royal Baby New Potatoes wrapped in Streaky Bacon with Soured Cream & Chives
- Jersey Royal Baby New Potatoes with Smoked Haddock Mornay
- Thai Ginger Chicken Skewers with fresh Mango & Coriander
- Paprika Chicken, Courgette & Chorizo Skewers
- Italian Breaded Chicken Goujons with an Italian Tomato & Herb Dipping Sauce
- Chinese Shredded Duck Pancakes with Crunchy Vegetables & Plum Sauce
- Minted Lamb Koftes with Tzatziki
- Parmesan Crusted Sole Goujons with Homemade Tartare Sauce
- Coconut Prawns with Mango & Lime
- Crispy Prawn Fish Cakes, Sweet Cucumber, Chilli & Ginger dipping Sauce
- Mini Salmon & Asparagus en Croute
- Spicy Butternut Squash, Sweet Potato & Pea Samosas with Mango Chutney (v)
- Vegetable Spring Rolls Rolls with a Sweet & Sour Dipping Sauce (v)
- Tomato & Mozzarella Brochettes with Black Olives & Sundried Tomato (v)
- Courgette Fritters with Beetroot Relish (vegan)
- Mediterranean Vegetable Tartlets (vegan)
- Bruschetta with Pesto, Avocado & Sunblush Tomato & Basil (vegan)
- Assorted Crostinis (v) (vegan)
- Cajun Spiced Jacket Wedges with Soured Cream & Chives
- Bruschetta with Burrata & Oven Baked Cherry Tomatoes, Rocket & Tapenade
Please ask us for details of our Hot and Cold Fork Buffets
You may be interested in asking us to quote for supplying some delicious home-made food to serve to family prior to a funeral or afterwards when all the guests have left, and you don't feel like cooking after an exhausting and emotional day.
