Catering by Simon · Oxfordshire

Experienced, personal catering for weddings and memorable events

Beautifully considered food, genuine hospitality and calm, professional service—personally guided by Simon from the first conversation to the final plate.

30+ yearsprofessional experience
Owner-ledpersonally guided by Simon
Award-winningGuides for Brides 2024
Oxfordshireand surrounding counties

Food is only part of the experience

Catering that feels generous, polished and genuinely personal

Whether you are planning a wedding, private celebration, corporate event or relaxed outdoor feast, the food should belong to the occasion—not feel like a standard package.

Simon works directly with every client to understand the atmosphere, menu and practical details that matter. The result is thoughtful food, beautifully presented, with an experienced team making the service feel effortless.

Food made to impress. Service designed to reassure.

Catering by Simon staff serving guests at a busy outdoor event
30+years of professional catering experience, brought personally to every event.

Experience you can feel

Professional standards without losing the personal touch

Simon’s career began with an apprenticeship at St John’s College, Oxford, before developing through respected Oxford schools, colleges and hospitality settings. Time at Jamie’s Italian Oxford, under the influence of Gennaro Contaldo, further shaped an approach built around generous flavour, quality ingredients and honest food.

Today, that experience is combined with the flexibility and warmth of an owner-led, family-run business.

  • Direct, honest communication from the start
  • Menus shaped around the occasion—not copied from a package
  • Thoughtful planning for timings, service and dietary requirements
  • Professional, friendly teams who understand hospitality

Calm from the beginning

How we bring your event together

1

Listen

Tell us what you know so far—your occasion, date, venue, guests and the atmosphere you want to create.

2

Plan

Simon helps shape the menu, service style, staffing and practical details into a plan that feels right for you.

3

Deliver

Our team takes care of the food and service with calm professionalism, leaving you free to enjoy your guests.

Kind words from our clients

Trusted with the moments that matter

Genuine feedback from weddings, parties and outdoor events catered by Simon and his team.

The staff were friendly, approachable and attentive throughout the party, making everything run smoothly and allowing us to completely relax.
MarieBBQ & hog roast, May 2026
Simon took time to understand our requirements. Everything was clearly labelled, and the service on the day was excellent.
MichaelWedding barbecue, August 2026
We had a great day and the food was delicious. We heard lots of compliments, despite the limited space and rain.
Lizzie & ChrisWedding, August 2026

Start the conversation

Tell us what you are planning

You do not need to have every detail decided. Share your date, venue or area, approximate guest numbers and the style of catering you are considering, and Simon will personally come back to you.

Make an enquiry

Weddings, events, perfectly catered.