South East London Catering Services
World Foods for Every Occasion
Beautifully catered dishes shaped and inspired by the cultural heritage of our refugee chefs
We’re excited to introduce Plateful Cafe’s 2026 Catering Menus!
Our new Bronze, Silver, and Gold packages offer more flexible set-menu options for groups of 15 or more, which will be lovingly and freshly prepared by our chefs. Rooted in Middle Eastern–inspired cooking and shaped by the cultural heritage of our refugee chefs, each menu is designed by them!
Every booking supports our mission of creating pathways into employment through food, with all chefs paid the London Living Wage whilst they gain professional kitchen experience. We aim to keep our catering accessible and inclusive, offering dietary accommodations where possible and working closely with you to tailor the experience to your event. If you’re planning an event, we’d love to hear from you. Please get in touch to discuss your needs or request a quote based on the menus below.
Explore Our Tailored Packages
Bronze Package
Our Bronze Package is a welcoming introduction to our catering. It is perfect for smaller gatherings, celebrations, or community moments where sharing good food matters most. This two-course set menu brings people together around generous portions, vibrant ingredients, and comforting Middle Eastern–inspired dishes designed to be enjoyed collectively!
Silver Package
Our Silver Package builds on our shared-food approach, offering a fuller three-course experience with added variety and sides. It’s ideal for something more formal, for example, celebrating milestones or hosting colleagues. Some favourites not to miss on this menu are our well known Basbousa Cake and Vermicelli rice!
Gold Package
Our Gold Package offers the most complete expression of our catering. It is an expanded menu with our signature dishes aimed to create a memorable shared dining experience. It’s well-suited for landmark celebrations and large celebrations or if you want to truly be taken on a cultural journey through the middle-east.
Your food was genuinely amazing! Got such great feedback on the day. The coconut cakes were heaven! Oh – and the vine leaves! I couldn’t get enough!! Thanks so much for your help!
Hamish Bryson-SET Social
What We Can Cater For
Our team can provide catering for a wide range of celebrations and events across London, including:
- Intimate London weddings
- Large-scale celebrations
- Corporate Events
- Birthdays and Celebrations
- Multi-day Events
- Private Functions
Our 2025 Menus
Canapé Menus
Seated Menus
Everyone had such a lovely time. Seriously, best Christmas party ever. The food was so good, the room was beautiful and the creativity worked perfectly. I’ve sent the Plateful shop website link round and we will definitely spread the word about how brilliant both your organisations are. Thank you, again, for giving us a really special evening.
Anood Al-Samerai, CEO, Community Southwark
Diverse Menus to Suit Every Palate
Whatever your occasion, our team is here to deliver thoughtful food, warm service and a dining experience shaped to your tastes.
I really liked the ethos of The Plateful Cafe: supporting refugee chefs – and it turns out the food is absolutely fabulous too. It was great value for money for our cowork Christmas Party 2025: interesting, tasty and well presented too. Highly recommend!
Sarah Greene, Co-Founder Buro Cowork
Frequently Asked Questions
How far in advance should we book?
We recommend confirming your booking at least 14 days in advance. As a small refugee led team, additional notice, especially during busy periods, helps us prepare your event with care. Food is prepared by our chefs fresh on the day of delivery.
Can we collect the food ourselves?
Absolutely — collection from our kitchen is always welcome. We’ll share collection times and simple guidance to help you.
Do you offer delivery?
Yes, delivery can often be arranged depending on location and availability. Fees are calculated based on distance, timing, and order size. If it suits your event, food can be delivered or collected hot and ready to serve in catering trays, giving you flexibility to host your event in a way that suits you.
Can you cater for dietary requirements or allergies?
We do our best to accommodate dietary needs including vegetarian, vegan, and common allergens. Let us know when booking and we’ll work with you to plan suitable options.
Is serving staff included?
Staffing isn’t included as standard, but we can explore options depending on your event needs.
Do you provide plates, cutlery, or serving equipment?
These aren’t included by default, though disposable or reusable options can be arranged if required.
How does our booking support your charitable mission?
By choosing our catering, you’re directly supporting employment and training opportunities for refugees involved in the Plateful Café programme. Your event helps create paid work experience, skills development, and confidence-building pathways into hospitality careers.
Can menus be customised?
We’re always open to conversation and often able to make adjustments. Let us know what you’re looking for and we’ll explore what’s possible.
What happens after we enquire?
We’ll check availability, discuss guest numbers and dietary needs, confirm menu choices, and provide a clear quote outlining everything included.