Business Details
44 Years
experience
Your Trusted Catering Partner in Surrey & London
At Home Catering has been crafting exceptional culinary experiences for over 40 years, blending creative food, inspired event design, and exceptional service. Founded in 1982 as a quaint deli in Cobham, Surrey, we have evolved into one of the UK's leading contemporary caterers and event planners. Our expertise spans intimate private dinners to large-scale corporate events, with a focus on seasonal, sustainable produce and bespoke menu design. Our team of expert chefs, event planners, and service professionals work collaboratively to deliver memorable occasions tailored to clients' unique tastes and requirements.With a reputation built on creativity, personalisation, and exacting standards, we ensure every event feels perfectly curated. From lavish receptions for 5,000 guests to elegant at-home dinner parties, our dedication to detail and client satisfaction has earned us long-standing relationships and repeat business. Our commitment to quality extends to dietary inclusivity, sustainability, and partnerships with trusted suppliers, ensuring every dish reflects our passion for excellence.
Services
Wedding Catering
Corporate Events
Private Parties
Festival Catering
Afternoon Tea
Dinner Parties
Event Planning
Menu Design
Venue Sourcing
Dietary Requirements
Details
- Year established: 1982
Highlights and features
- We offer 40+ years of expertise in catering and event planning
- Our team provides personalised service with meticulous attention to detail
- We use seasonal, sustainable British produce and accommodate dietary requirements
- We manage events from intimate dinners to large-scale corporate functions
- Our reputation is built on long-standing client relationships and innovation
What people say
Exceptional food presentation
Seamless event coordination
Creative menu options
Attentive to dietary needs
Flawless service execution
Services
Wedding Catering
Our wedding catering combines seasonal British ingredients with creative presentation, offering tailored menus for ceremonies and receptions. From intimate garden parties to grand venue celebrations, we provide canaps, formal dining, and late-night food options. Our team collaborates closely with couples to ensure every dish reflects their preferences and dietary needs, creating unforgettable culinary experiences that complement your special day.
Corporate Events
We deliver sophisticated catering solutions for corporate events, including product launches, awards dinners, and conferences. Our menus feature elegant canaps, bowl food, and plated courses designed to impress clients and colleagues. With expertise in managing large-scale events for up to 5,000 guests, we ensure seamless service, branded presentations, and logistical precision to align with your company's objectives and brand identity.
Private Parties
From milestone birthdays to anniversary celebrations, our private party catering offers bespoke menus tailored to your theme and guest preferences. We provide full-service coordination, including venue styling, staffing, and dietary accommodations. Our chefs create interactive food experiences like live cooking stations and themed menus, ensuring your event stands out with memorable culinary touches.
Event Planning
Our event planning services cover every detail from concept development to execution. We offer venue sourcing, supplier coordination, timeline management, and on-site supervision. With experience in themed events, festivals, and seasonal celebrations, we ensure flawless organisation while maintaining creative integrity and budget efficiency for stress-free event delivery.
Menu Design
Our menu design focuses on seasonal, sustainable British produce with innovative flavour combinations. We create customised menus for all event types, incorporating dietary requirements without compromising presentation or taste. The team works with clients to develop cohesive food concepts that align with event themes, ensuring each dish enhances the overall guest experience through quality ingredients and artistic plating.
People
Marilyn Newman
Chairman
Founder of At Home Catering in 1982, Marilyn Newman established the business as a Surrey deli before expanding into event catering. With four decades of industry experience, she champions creativity and personalisation, maintaining the company's focus on exceptional standards while guiding its strategic growth and innovation in the catering sector.
John Walker
Managing Director
John Walker oversees At Home Catering's operational leadership, combining strategic vision with hands-on management. With extensive experience in luxury hospitality, he ensures the company maintains its reputation for excellence through quality control, team development, and client relationship management across all event types.
Ross Marriott
Head Chef
Ross Marriott leads our culinary team with a focus on seasonal British produce and sustainable practices. His ingredient-centred approach creates menus that balance innovation with accessibility, ensuring exceptional presentation and taste. With expertise in large-scale event catering, he oversees menu development and kitchen operations for all major events.
Georgina Goodman
Head of Sales and Events
Georgina Goodman brings 16 years of event management experience to her role, specialising in creating memorable occasions with meticulous attention to detail. She leads client consultations, ensuring every event's vision is realised through coordinated planning, supplier partnerships, and tailored service delivery that exceeds expectations.
Amaury Girardeau
Sales and Events Manager
With two decades at At Home Catering, Amaury Girardeau combines operational expertise with creative event design. He manages event logistics from initial concept to execution, ensuring seamless coordination of menus, staffing, and venue requirements while maintaining the company's commitment to exceptional client service.
Questions
Do you cater for dietary requirements?
Yes, we design menus with dietary needs in mind, offering vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, halal, and kosher options that maintain the same quality and presentation as our standard dishes.
Can you accommodate large-scale events?
We regularly manage events for up to 5,000 guests, with dedicated teams ensuring seamless service, logistical coordination, and consistent food quality across all event sizes.
Do you provide event planning services?
Yes, our full-service planning includes venue selection, supplier coordination, timeline management, and on-site supervision to ensure stress-free event execution.
Are your menus seasonal?
Our menus feature seasonal British produce, with quarterly updates reflecting available ingredients while maintaining creative consistency across different event themes.
Can I customise my event menu?
We offer fully customisable menus, working with clients to create bespoke dishes that align with their preferences, event themes, and brand identity.
Do you cater outside London and Surrey?
We operate nationwide across the UK and have experience managing international events, with logistical capabilities to deliver our services beyond our local base.
