We are now in our 35th Year as Caterers and despite this devastating time in people lives, it has been an important time to reflect. Clients and many Business Associates who know us will be quite aware that nothing will stop us. Developing the business is paramount to moving forward. We have been working hard […]
Category Archives: Blog
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May
May
Six Months On………. Event Catering continues to be different. I for one as so many of us in our Industry have faced many challenges. The service we have provided, to so many different people has been rewarding. The smiles, the happiness that a simple Cream Tea has made and the beautiful and many reviews we […]
After happily being involved with the Catering for the Friends of Bookham Common, this is so very special to me. Hi Elizabeth, We had a Committee meeting of Friends of Bookham Commons last night. You were officially thanked for providing the splendid meal at the Spring Buffet in March which went down a treat with […]
With the season fast approaching it is advisable to book your Christmas Party early. Here are my new menus for Christmas 2018 Christmas Party – Finger Buffet Christmas Party – Cold and Hot Fork Buffet
Welcome to a Very Exciting 2018, we have been aware over the last few years that Catering requirements for different diets have increased, part of my menu development has led me to expand our products and ranges of foods to cover these different requirements. I have sourced a Great Gluten Free & Vegan […]
Book your Christmas Party with us. * Let me take care of your Christmas Party celebrations so you can enjoy the occasion stress free! * Click on our fantastic menus below to find the choice that suits your Christmas Party! * http://www.homecookingdirect.co.uk/menus/christmas-menu/ http://www.homecookingdirect.co.uk/festive-vintage-tea-party/ http://www.homecookingdirect.co.uk/christmas-knife-and-fork-buffets/ http://www.homecookingdirect.co.uk/christmas-canape-and-bowl-food/
We have now moved to a new catering showroom in a beautiful listed building in the heart of Great Bookham we are situated on ‘The Squareabout’, 1,Church Road, Great Bookham, KT23 3LP. We welcome you to come and see us and highly recommend you ring and make an appointment. Appointments out of normal shop hours can […]
New – Exciting Carvery Parties, please call for details offering a choice of Three Roast Meats with all the trimmings with a fish and vegetarian option. We have some lovely clients comments who have experienced our very unique service, I feel it is great for all types of celebrations and can be achieved in most […]
The festive season is almost upon us..are you ready to party! Planning a Christmas Party is a wonderful way to show your family and friends that you are thinking of them at this special time. It’s not always possible to be together on the day itself but the weekends and days leading up to Christmas […]
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Apr
Apr
Well, the question is…. cream or jam first, isn’t it? Of course, its jam first and then the clotted cream on top. That is evidently the way they do it in Cornwall where they sometimes even butter the scone before the jam. Or is it as they do in Devon, the other way round, cream […]
Never underestimate the importance of Pudding! You might have just eaten a large meal including a starter, main course and a generous cheese platter with bread or biscuits but when it comes to dessert or pudding it seems we always try to find room for this extra special treat. When you are in a restaurant, […]
The Magna Carta was signed in June 1215 between the barons of Medieval England and King John. ‘Magna Carta’ is Latin and means “Great Charter”. The Magna Carta was one of the most important documents of Medieval England. Authentic Medieval Banquet on the Thames to Celebrate 800 years of the Signing of the Magna Carta, there were even swans on the table..not real of course! […]
Over the past 20 years I have been organising weddings with great success and have many happy customers. My aim is to not only give a full service, but to eliminate all worries and last minute panics. I can arrange Linen, Table & Chairs, Marquees, Discos and an excellent wedding cake service. […]
On 8th April, Elizabeth was “Talking Quiche”…with Surrey Hills Radio on their Community Hour.
Travel back in time with our vintage tea parties – put your glad rags on and have tea like a Queen! More information on tea parties – click here.
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May
May
Choose from a wide selection of meats, fish and vegetarian options, accompany with fresh salads- my favourite being my traditional Spanish salad. We also offer a selection of beautiful deserts. Fresh strawberries, pavlova and cream is always a crowd pleaser.
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Apr
We can organise traditional vintage tea parties small or large.
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Apr
Apr
The whole cooking process of my Ham, Leek & Mushroom Risotto. Easy and tasty family supper. The secret of risottos is to feed the stock to the rice gradually.
I am busy writing a new book at the moment available By April 2014, it will also tell the Home Cooking by Elizabeth Story – Family Cooking from the Heart. I will keep you updated
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Feb
Feb
A great idea for a party is a whole Iberico ham served to your guests with other lovely Spanish Tapas and good Rioja Wine.
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Feb
Feb
Pies that how it all started! Once upon a time in a kitchen in Hersham Surrey, Home Cooking By Elizabeth was born. Baking throughout the night for a local village market once a month. How I enjoyed doing that never thinking it would lead to the business we have today. One of the many dishes […]
We are excited to announce the opening of our first showroom and events management shop in Bookham, in February. The shop will be located at :- 197 Lower Road Bookham Surrey.
We now offer a service where we will travel anywhere to look after your special event We look after your party weekend from breakfast to supper, for all the weekend. We organise all the shopping, cooking and any house keeping services you require. This is very specialised and every quote is individual Example events […]