Insights and stories from the Master Butcher
In the UK, recent wedding trends have seen a shift away from formal sit-down menus, towards more relaxed, informal gatherings - often in barns, marquees and estate gardens. It's perhaps not surprising that since the pandemic, couples are prioritising events that maximise joy, connection and guest engagement.
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We are delighted to launch the new season for 2026 with our new-look website! You'll find all the same tried-and-trusted menus, with a few tweaks and new additions. We hope you like the format - easy to navigate, with each of our packages explained clearly, including fully transparent pricing.
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We've been delighted to serve our menus at many wonderful wedding venues in glorious Devon and have finally caught up with all the weddings postponed during the restrictions in 2020 and 2021.
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Well, here we are still in lockdown! It is very frustrating for us all in the events sector - and especially difficult for those who had planned a wedding and had to re-schedule. We can't wait to be back doing what we love, providing top-quality catering for special events.
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We hope that all our clients and suppliers are managing to weather the challenges brought by Covid-19. It is certainly true that the hospitality and wedding sector have been hit particularly hard by the restrictions.
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On 23rd March, following moves across Europe and Asia, the British Government implemented strict social isolation/distancing measures and closure of non-essential business activity. Understandably, the hospitality industry has been hit very hard by the Covid-19 pandemic, since large gatherings are currently not considered to be safe activity.
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As January draws to a cold, wet close, many people in the UK will have been experimenting with veganism for the month of 'Veganury'. News articles and social media feeds are inundated with posts about the environmental and health benefits of a plant-based diet.
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In our December post, we'd like to wish all of our customers and clients a very Happy Christmas and to thank you for supporting us through 2019.
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It's been a busy season here at D J Haggett, Devon and Westcountry Event Catering! We've had a fantastic summer supplying catering at a wide range of events across Devon and across borders into Cornwall and Somerset.
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I'm Dave's wife, Ali, and, from January 2019, I'll be curating regular blogs on this page. Obviously, we'll be sharing some of the amazing weddings and corporate events we attend through the year - but much more than that, we'll be commenting on all things 'food and hospitality'.
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The food at our daughter's wedding was excellent. It was enjoyed by everyone, both at the table and in the evening, and the service was always very efficient and friendly. So many people commented on the quality of meat and I know the
We recently has the pleasure of a DJ Haggett hog roast at a Cub Scout weekend camp, feeding 140 people. The quality of food and service was exceptional and we would highly recommend Dave, his team and his food.
Dave catered for our wedding over the jubilee weekend. Everything was fantastic. Well arranged, good communication leading up to the day and then again during the wedding. Everything cleared away beautifully.
Okay so I do not normally write these kind of reviews but I attended a wedding last weekend that had hired D J Haggett for the catering. What amazing food!! By far the best hog roast I have ever had. I found myself chatting to Dave and his