the new name for Benson of Broadway

Themed Menus ~ Supplement ~

Quality Cotswold catering using

locally sourced ingredients

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Our Menus; Page;

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Themed Menus 3

Menu Suggestions;

Pan Asian 4

Thai 7

Indian 12

Japanese 14

Fusion 16

Bowl Food 19

Tapas 20

Italian 23

Moroccan/Middle Eastern – please contact us

Centrepiece Dishes 26

Illustrative Price List 27

Other Menus Available 28

Booking Form & Terms and Conditions 29

At Benson’s Catering Limited, we aim to meet our clients’ needs entirely. If you can’t find what you would like on

the menus included here, or have menu ideas of your own, please contact us and we will be happy to discuss your

requirements further.

Also, if you have special dietary requirements or allergy concerns, please let us know. We are able to provide the

majority of our menu items as Gluten or Dairy Free, so please inform us of these, and any other allergies when

booking. Full details of allergens or of all ingredients contained within particular dishes are available upon

request. Please contact us if you would like to request such information.

If you would like to see an example of any of our menu items, you can do so wherever you see the »» icon. Clicking

on the »» icon will take you through to the relevant section of our blog; www.thecotswoldfoodyear.com

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Themed Menus

Previous examples of various theme nights can be found on our blog »»

The menus included in this supplement feature suggestions for a variety of theme nights.

The items in these menus can be substituted for or added to our standard Dinner Party Menus

and are available fully catered or for delivery.

We ask that you choose one dish per course for the group for plated, served meals. 1

If you would like the meal served family style please select up to three dishes per course.2

We can provide an alternative choice to accommodate vegetarians, vegans,

dietary requirements or intolerances and children.

If you would like to include additional dishes or courses, these are available upon request.3

Please contact us if you would like to book or discuss any of the menus further.

info@bensonscateringltd.co.uk

1 This does not apply to desserts when selecting the Trio or Assiette of 5 Desserts, nor to the selection of Local Cheeses. 2 Available against example themes included within. Equivalent vegetarian options will be provided up to a maximum of 3 dishes. Exceptions may apply in some cases or against alternative themes not represented. 3 Additional surcharges apply. Plated Meals; to an overall maximum of 3 distinct dishes in total per course.

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Pan Asian Themed Menu Suggestions

Take a look at our blog for a previous Pan Asian themed night »»

Served with Homemade Pandesal Bread

Starters

Asian Chicken in Lettuce Wraps

Salt and Chilli Chicken Wings

Homemade Crispy Spring Rolls with Dip;

marinated duck, sweet and sour pork or fusion chicken

Selection of Satay with Satay Dip; »»

chicken, pork and duck

Spicy Pork wrapped in Napa Cabbage Leaves

Lamb in Black Bean Skewers

Beef Tataki

Stir Fried Salt and Pepper Squid

Sesame Prawn Toasts

Tiger Prawns in Lemongrass and Coconut

Black Sesame Salmon Balls

Asian Crab Cakes with Coconut, Wasabi and Lime Mayonnaise

Lime and Ginger Sweet Potato Wedges (V)

Vegetable Tempura (V)

Teriyaki Asparagus with Toasted Almonds (V)

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Main Courses

Volcano Chicken1

Szechuan Chicken

Lemongrass Chicken served in Coconut Shell

Cinnamon Crusted Chicken

Tamarind Duck with Grilled Mango Salad »»

Chilli Duck Stir Fry

Roast Duck with Pomegranate and Chilli Sauce

Sticky Asian Pork Salad

Honey and Ginger Pork Tenderloin

Seven Hour Five Spiced Pork Shoulder

Malaysian Lamb Rendang

Lamb and Mushroom in Oyster Sauce

Mongolian Stir Fried Beef

Crispy Shredded Beef with Honey Chilli Sauce

Hot and Sour Beef Salad

Mandarin and Ginger Braised Beef Cheeks

Mussels, Clams, Squid, Prawns and Edamame in Black Bean Sauce

Butterflied Prawn and Asian Noodle Salad

Blackened Cod »»

Grilled Fillet of Salmon with Crispy Noodles and Mussel Broth »»

Sole Fillets with Coconut Milk, Chilli and Coriander baked in Banana Leaf

Sesame Crusted Tofu with Spicy Pineapple Noodles (V)

Lentil and Egg Curry (V)

Chinese Noodle Pancakes with Asparagus (V)

1 See our Centrepiece Dishes for more on - and like - this!

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Accompaniments - please select up to 3 accompaniments for the group -

Steamed White Rice

Red Pepper Rice

Coconut and Lime Rice Pilaff (also available as plain Pilaff)

Indonesian Fried Rice

Tom Yum Fried Rice

Stir Fried Pak Choi, Sugar Snaps and Onion

Pak Choi with Cashews, Ginger, Garlic and Oyster Sauce

Pan Asian Yakisoba Vegetable Stir Fried Noodles

Plum and Edamame Bean Noodles

Pad Thai Noodles with Tofu

Soy Bean and Sesame Noodle Salad

Raw Vegetable Salad with Pan Asian Dressing

Mixed Bean Salad

Desserts (V)

Lychee and Pomegranate Panna Cotta

Apple Wontons with Caramel Sauce

Taiwanese Pineapple Pastry (Feng Li Su)

Mango Sorbet

Thai Black Sticky Rice Pudding

Coconut Cheesecake with Sour Cherries

Toffee Bananas with Mango Kulfi

Green Tea Layer Cake

Almond Dofu with Mango, Papaya and Dragon Fruit

Chocolate and Mango Mousse

Shotglass of Red Rubies in Coconut Milk (Tub Tim Grob)

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Thai Themed Menu Suggestions

Take a look at our blog for a previous Thai themed night »»

Served with Homemade Thai Style Naan Bread

Canapés

Crispy Spring Rolls; »»

marinated duck with vegetables, sweet and sour pork with vegetables, chicken, served with suitable dips

Lamb in Black Bean Skewers »»

Thai Style Crab Salad »»

Rice Paper Wraps; »»

Prawn and vegetable, crab and mango

Spoon of Pork Larb »»

Thai Caramel Pork in Lettuce Cups

Thai Style Satay with Satay Dip; »»

prawn, chicken or tofu

Spoon of Thai Mango Salad

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Finger Foods/Starters

Thai Fishcakes

Mussel Omelette

Brochettes of Hoisin marinated Salmon

Thai flavoured Pork in Puff Pastry

Prawn Cakes with Plum Sauce

Corn Cakes with Chilli Dip

Lobster and Mango Spoons »»

Tiger Prawns in Filo Pastry

Tiger Prawns in Chilli and Ginger

Caramel Prawns (Tom Rim)

Beef Rendang (Slow Cooked Beef in Coconut and Lemongrass)

Tortilla Wraps; »»

duck, tandoori chicken or lamb with coriander and yogurt

Shiitake Mushroom and Cabbage Dumplings with Chilli

Thai Egg Rolls;

choice of meats and/or vegetables

Spinach Dumpling

Scallop and Prawn Kebabs

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Bowl Meals

Massaman Curry;

peanut flavoured: lamb, chicken or pork

Pad Thai Noodles with Tiger Prawns or Tofu

Pork Larb on Cabbage

Chargrilled Pork with Fish Sauce and Lime Juice

Aromatic Thai Duck Curry

Green or Red Thai Curry;

chicken, chicken and prawn, pork, seafood or beef

Garlic and Pepper Chicken and Prawn Stir Fry (or your choice of Stir Fry)

Thai Golden Curry;

choice of meats and/or vegetables

Tofu and Pumpkin Thai Curry (V)

Thai Vegetarian Satay (V)

Pad Thai with Tofu (V)

Tofu Rendang (V)

Salads

Thai Chicken Salad, with Thai Beans and Chilli dressing

Thai Beef Salad, with Onion, Peppers and Tomato and Chilli

Thai Salad of Green Mangoes, Paw Paw and Tiger Prawns

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Plated Main Courses

Corainder and Lemongrass Thai Grilled Chicken

Thai Grilled Steak with Weeping Tiger Glaze

Cilantro and Mint Marinated Pork

Sweet Thai Chilli Crispy Salmon

Thai Style Seabass poached in Ginger Wine, Soy Sauce with Lime, Ginger and Garlic »»

Red Thai Sea Bass wrapped in Banana Leaf

Trout en Papillote cooked in Coconut Milk, Lemongrass, Lime, Ginger, Garlic and Basil »»

Tom Yum Grilled Prawns

Accompaniments - please select up to 3 accompaniments for the group -

Pineapple and Cashew Rice

Tom Yum Fried Rice

Coconut and Coriander Rice Pilaff

Massaman Curried Potato

Green Curry Rice Noodle and Vegetable Salad

Green Thai Salad with Coconut and Lime Dressing

Cucumber and Pineapple Salad

Apple and Mango Salad

Thai Carrot Salad

Kachumber (Cucumber, Onion, Pomegranate and Lime)

French Beans with Sesame Chilli

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Desserts (V)

Taiwanese Pineapple Pastry (Feng Li Su) »»

Mango Sorbet

Thai Black Sticky Rice Pudding »»

Trio of Thai Style Desserts; »»

Tub Tim Grob, Glauy Ping (Grilled Bananas in Palm Sugar Syrup), Chocolate and Mango Mousse

Sticky Rice with Mango

Bananas in Coconut Milk

Coconut Baked Rice

Coconut and Black Sesame Pancake

Steamed Apple and Sultana Sponge with Cinnamon Ice Cream

Dice Cakes

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Indian Themed Menu Suggestions

Served with Homemade Chapati Bread

Canapés/Starters

Chicken or Duck Passanda on Mini Poppodums

Homemade Samosa

Sweetcorn Pakora (V)

Main Courses

Chicken Tikka Masala

Lamb Rogan Josh

Shahi Lamb Korma

Gajar, Matter and Mushroom

Chicken Korma

Prawn Goan Curry

Cod, Salmon and Prawn Moilee

Tandoori Trout Salad

Tiger Prawn Puri

Chicken Makhani

Chicken Massaman Curry

Lamb Massaman Curry

Dal Makhani

Tadka Dal

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Vegetarian Options

Palak and Corn Curry (V)

Braised Aubergine with Tofu (V)

Lentil and Pumpkin Dal (V)

Cashew and Vegetable Biryani (V)

Pumpkin or Aubergine Goan Curry (V)

Spinach and Cauliflower Dal (V)

Accompaniments - please select up to 3 accompaniments for the group -

Spiced Rice Pilaff

Saag Aloo

Bombay Aloo

Aloo Gobi

Onion Bhaji

Kachumber (Cucumber, Onion, Pomegranate and Lime)

Poppodums and Homemade Naans with Dips and Chutneys

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Japanese Themed Menu Suggestions

Starters

Chicken Yakitori with Tare Sauce

Selection of Tempura;

prawns, squid and vegetable

Selection of Sushi; »»

Choose 3 from – salmon, tuna, crab, cooked prawn, seabass, scallop, crab stick, salmon roe, avocado, cucumber, pickled daikon

Rice Paper and Vegetables

Japanese Egg Roll with Smoked Salmon

Crab Sunomono

Japanese Style Fish and Rice Cakes with Wasabi Dipping Sauce

Tuna Tartare with Avocado, Crispy Shallots and Sesame Soy Dressing

Beef Tataki and Raw Vegetable Rolls with Chilli, Soy and Lime Dressing

Asparagus Teriyaki

Pan Fried Gyoza

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Main Courses

Mizutaki (Japanese Chicken Hotpot with Dashi, Greens and Shiitake Mushrooms)

Miso Chicken with Grapes and Walnuts

Chicken Katsu Curry

Crispy Duck with Edamame Beans and Ponzu

Quail in Plum Wine, Ginger and Pomegranate

Miso Braised Pork belly Ramen

Hot and Sour Beef Salad

Japanese Beef and Shiitake Mushrooms with Soba Noodles and Crispy Nori

Teriyaki Beef

Salmon Sushi and Salmon Roe Donburi

Sesame Crusted Tuna with Caramel Soy Dressing

all served with suitable accompaniments

Desserts (V)

Watermelon Sorbet

Tempura Ice Cream

Okinawan Sweet Fritters

Ichigo Daifuku

Matcha Green Tea Cheesecake

Almond Milk Panna Cotta with Candied Kumquats

Trio of Kushi Dango – Anko, Mitarashi and Goma

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Fusion Themed Menu Suggestions

Starters

Crab Rangoons

Tamarind Chicken in Wonton Basket

Miso Soup with Marmite XO Farfalle and Shiitake Mushroom and Kale »»

Bacon wrapped Enoki Mushrooms

Prawns in Lemongrass and Coconut

Sweet Potato and Prawn Tempura with Dashi Dipping Sauce

Keema Naan – Lamb Stuffed Homemade Naan Bread »»

Selection of Satay;

chicken, prawn and tofu

Fusion Seafood Lettuce Wraps

Grilled Fusion Mussels

Platter of Fusion Appetizers;

choose 5 starters to make up a sharing platter

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Main Courses

Steamboat;

chicken, beef, pork, tiger prawns, squid and lemon sole on skewers

(Similar to Fondue, using boiling fusion flavoured stock, which you then dip the skewers in to cook.)

Roast Duck with Pomegranate and Chilli Sauce

Fusion Marinated Butterflied Leg of Lamb

Sizzle Platter of Pork with Sake Tangerine Sauce

Spicy Tequila and Lime Chicken

Fusion Poached Chicken with Shiitake Mushrooms, Snow Peas and Tentsuyu Sauce

Sizzle Platter of Korean Style Beef

Orange and Sesame Beef

Massaman Curry;

chicken, pork, lamb, beef, fish or vegetarian

Hake wrapped in Nori

Fusion Spiced Whiting cooked in Banana Leaf

Grilled Salmon with Red Curry Sauce

Accompaniments - please select up to 3 accompaniments for the group -

Ginger Edamame Rice

Stir Fried Udon Noodles with Vegetables

Nasi Goreng

Vegetable Bibimbap

Pak Choi with Garlic, Ginger and Oyster Sauce

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Desserts (V)

Mango and Passion Fruit Cheesecake »»

Green Tea Ice Cream Cake

Chocolate Chilli Torte

Papaya Tart with Cinnamon Ice Cream

Mango and Papaya Bread and Butter Pudding with Lime Chantilly

Dragon Fruit Tall Cupcake

Ondeh Ondeh

Rice Gula Melaka

Pineapple Carpaccio with Mojito Sorbet

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Bowl Food Themed Menu Suggestions

Paella »»

Traditional family recipe with chicken, belly pork, salmon, prawns, squid and mussels

Tuna Niçoise Salad in Crispy Filo Baskets »»

Tex-Mex Salad in Crisp Taco Bowls »»

Home Smoked Chicken, Pomegranate and Orange Salad in Crispy Filo Baskets »»

Fish and Chips in Cones »»

Thai Green Curry with Basmati Rice

Moroccan Style Lamb Tagine »»

Fillet of Beef Stroganoff with Chunky Chips

Gnocchi with Leek, Basil and Blue Cheese Sauce

Six Hour Slow Cooked Home Farm Lamb Shoulder with Creamy Pinto Beans »»

Warm Pave of Gravadlax with Beetroot Slaw »»

Mini Fish Pie »»

Cod, Salmon, King Prawns, Egg and Tomato

Smoked Haddock topped with Welsh Rarebit with Crushed New Potatoes and Sun Blush Tomatoes

Butternut Squash, Pancetta and Sage Pearl Barley Risotto with Rocket »»

Home Farm Lamb Cutlets with Houmous Dip

Selection of Satay;

chicken, king prawn and tofu

Brochettes of Salmon

Duck and Hoi Sin Spring Rolls »»

Larb

Thai Minced Pork, Mint, Lime, Chilli, on Sautéed Cabbage

Lobster and Mango Spoons »»

Thai Beef Salad

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Tapas Themed Menu Suggestions

Take a look at our blog for a previous Spanish themed night »»

Served with Homemade Pan Rustico

Starter/Meze Platters

Raw Vegetable Crudites with Houmous, Tzatzkiki and Taramasalata

Stuffed Mushrooms, Olives and Cherry Peppers (V)

Spicy Meatballs

Mini Lamb Koftas

Grilled Halloumi and Artichoke Hearts (V)

Courgette Fritters (V)

Stuffed Vine Leaves

Pickled Beetroot with Shallots

Butternut Squash Caponata (V)

Ceviche

Baba Ganoush and Onion and Garlic Dip with Flatbreads (V)

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Main Course

Paella

An authentic family recipe passed down the generations; Chicken, Belly Pork, Chorizo, King Prawns,

Mussels, Cod, Scallops, Salmon, Squid, Artichokes and Roasted Peppers

Prawn Piri Piri

Spanish Baked Beans with Spanish Sausage

Chorizo and Corn Empanadas »»

Barbecued Spare Ribs

Mussels, Fennel and Chorizo in an Apple and Fennel Bread Bowl »»

Mackerel with Chilli, Garlic and Lemon

Spicy Beef Empanadas

Meatballs in Tomato Sauce

Asparagus with Salmon with Lemon Dressing

Baked Asparagus Stems wrapped in either Fresh or Smoked Salmon

Sautéed Chicken Livers with Sherry

Skewers of Spanish Style Chicken, Halloumi, Chorizo and Mushroom

Spanish Style Lamb Cutlets with White Beans

Slow Cooked Shoulder of Lamb with Creamy Pinto Beans

Serrano Ham with Broad Beans, Lemon and Mint

Salad of Serrano Ham, Manchego Cheese, Cherries and Toasted Almonds

Caldo Gallego

Ham and Cheese Croquettes

Brie and Spinach Croquettes (V)

Bruschetta with Wild Mushrooms and Aioli (V)

Baked Stuffed Tomatoes and Peppers (V)

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Accompaniments - please select up to 3 accompaniments for the group -

Chilli and Garlic Baked Chickpeas with Roasted Peppers

Celeriac Remoulade

Patatas Bravas

Spanish Tomato and Bread Salad

Potato and Corn Salad with Coriander Lime Pesto

Spanish Style Ensalada

Desserts (V) - please select up to 3 desserts for the group -

Crème Caramel

Oranges in Cointreau with Brandy Snaps »»

Spanish Spiced Fruit with Vanilla Ice Cream

Portuguese Custard Tarts

Peaches in Red Wine

Churros with Strawberries and Cream or Raspberries and Chocolate Sauce

White Chocolate Mousse with Blueberry Coulis

Roasted Pineapple with Honey, Yogurt and Pistachio Nuts

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Italian Themed Menu Suggestions

Served with Homemade Olive and Sun Dried Tomato Bread

Starters

Antipasti Platter of Meats and Cheeses »»

Tomato and Mozzarella Salad with Balsamic and Olive Oil (V)

Bruschetta; (V)

tomato and garlic, wild mushrooms or artichoke and parmesan

Arancini (Deep Fried Risotto Balls) »»

Parma Ham and Rocket (can also be done with Cherries (in season) and Almonds) »»

Italian Calamari Salad

Fritto Misto with Aioli

Beef Carpaccio with Celeriac Remoulade

Tuna Carpaccio with Beetroot Remoulade

Sea Bass Carpaccio with Rocket, Artichoke and Cherry Tomatoes

Italian Prawns with Raw Vegetable Salad

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Main Courses

Spaghetti Bolognese

Penne Arrabiata

Linguine Fruits de Mer

Spaghetti Carbonara

Conchiglie with Italian Meatballs

Lasagne

Risotto »»

milanese, seafood, chicken, mushroom, roasted vegetable or grilled tiger prawns

Risotto Verde

Pesto, Grilled Courgette, Peas, Artichoke, Spinach and Basil

Gnocchi

variety of sauces available

Homemade Pizzas »»

variety of toppings available

Seabass al Forno

Sicilian Baked Fish

Sicilian Chicken

Involtini of Chicken, Roasted Peppers, Red Onion and Mozzarella wrapped in Pancetta »»

Rib-Eye Steak with Tomatoes and Olives

Rump of Beef cooked in Real Ragu

Six Hour Slow Cooked Pork in Milk

Florentine Pork with Fennel and White Wine Sauce

Italian Fruit de Mer Stew

Spatchcock Guinea Fowl with Apples, Gremolata and Honey and Lemon Dressing »»

Fegato alla Veneziana

Beef Involtini Napolitaine

Osso Buco

Soft Polenta with Beef Ragu

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Accompaniments - please select up to 3 accompaniments for the group -

Aubergine Parmigiana

Italian Style Courgettes

Romano Baked Beans

Grilled Radicchio with Parmesan and Balsamic

Grilled Vegetables with Homemade Pesto »»

Roasted Celeriac

Garlic Bread

Desserts (V)

Panettone Bread and Butter Pudding

Raspberry Ricotta Cheesecake

Apricot and Cherry Ravioli with Mascarpone and Honey Sauce »»

Panna Cotta »»

Shotglass of Mango Sorbet »»

Tiramisu »»

Torta di Riso

Chocolate Espresso Tart

Pears baked in Marsala

Chocolate and Cherry Torte

Pistachio Gelato

Cheese

Baked Figs with Gorgonzola »»

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Centrepiece Dishes

Would you prefer a statement dish that can provide that wow! factor?

If so, take a look at a few of our suggestions below;

Volcano Chicken

A whole chicken, basted with Whisky and then set alight to flambé before your eyes!

Whole Rib of Beef »»

Can be served traditionally, or on a bed of onions and mushrooms or noodles.

Crown of Lamb »»

Racks of ribs cooked in a crown formation and stuffed with red rice.

Can also be done with beef or pork.

Beef Wellington »»

A traditional dish that can be given a few extra twists if desired.

Whole Roasts

For smaller parties, why not try a Suckling Pig, Pulled Pork or Mini-Pig Roast

For larger gatherings, you could opt for a Hog or Lamb Roast.

- please ask for our Whole Roast Menu for further details -

More available upon request.

Have your own ideas? Then let us know!

info@bensonscateringltd.co.uk

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Illustrative Price List (Prices based on parties of 10 or more unless otherwise indicated)

Our Menus; Price per person

Catered Delivered

Themed Menus;

2 course, single choice £40.00 £27.00

3 course, single choice £48.00 £32.00

Family Style;

2 course, 3 choices £45.00 £30.00

3 course, 3 choices £54.00 £36.00

Tapas;

(starter/meze platters, choice of 5 main dishes and 3 desserts)

2 course £45.00 £30.00

3 course £54.00 £36.00

Please note that due to the varied nature of the themed menus within this supplement that the prices above are presented for illustrative purposes only and may be subject to change in view of the menu choices made, any special requests and the total number of

dishes/courses requested.

All menus are subject to travel/delivery charges. Parties of 6 - 9 subject to additional charges on catered

meals. Deliveries subject to minimum order value.

Catered prices include chef services only. Waiting staff will be calculated based on group size and menu

choices made. Please see Terms & Conditions or contact us for further details.

Delivery meals are freshly prepared and packaged in recyclable containers, ready to be heated and served,

as per printed instructions included.

Standard Travel/Delivery charges are charged at a base rate of £15.00 within 20 miles, or standard rate of

£25.00 within 40 miles travel. Exceptions Apply. Please contact us for local or expanded rate charges.

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Other Menus Available

Private Dining Menu Selection 2017;

- Autumn/Winter, Spring, Summer -

Christmas Dinner & New Year’s Eve 2017

Tasting Menu 2017

- Autumn/Winter Sample, Spring/Summer Sample, Christmas & New Year’s Eve Sample -

Afternoon Tea Menu 2017

Barbecue Menu 2017

Buffet Menu 2017

Whole Roasts Menu 2017

Wedding Sample (Bespoke Service) 2017

Wedding Packages (Table d’hôte Service) 2017

Gala Menus 2017

If you would also like a copy of any of the above menus,

please visit the Our Menus page of our website, or contact us at;

info@bensonscateringltd.co.uk

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Booking Form & Terms and Conditions

A copy of our booking form and terms and conditions

are included on all initial enquiry response emails.

Our booking forms and terms and conditions are also available

to download via the Our Menus page of our website,

or can be requested at any time by contacting us at;

info@bensonscateringltd.co.uk

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Company Details

Contact Address;

Benson’s Catering Limited

5 Park Road,

Gloucester,

GL1 1LH

Telephone Number: 01452 306187

e-mail: info@bensonscateringltd.co.uk

Website: www.bensonscateringltd.co.uk

Blog: www.thecotswoldfoodyear.com

Registered Company No: 8272788

VAT Registration No: 171260140