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Jane creates food that looks, tastes and smells amazing and she and her professional team will fill you with confidence from day one of planning.
Details
General Services
Alcohol Provision
Bartending
Buffet-Style
Canapes
Clean-Up
Linen Provided
Marquee Catering
Midnight Treats
Off-Site Preparation
Physical Kitchen Premises
Pre-Wedding Consultation
Seated Meal
Set-Up
Sharing-Style
Silver Service
Staff Provided
Tableware Provided
Tastings
Food Type
Bar / Cocktail Service
Caribbean
Hog Roast
Latin / South American
Middle Eastern
Western / European
Dietary Options
Dairy-Free
Gluten-Free
Nut-Free
Vegan
Vegetarian
Full Description
Prickly Pear is based in the rich landscape of the Brecon Beacons National Park so therefore Jane has always sourced her produce personally and locally. Her food, and her ideas, are fresh and stylish and designed to fit perfectly with each couple’s day. Jane will sit down with you from the beginning to discuss styles, themes, menus and dreams – and you can leave the rest to her.
Whether your wedding is in a castle, a circus top or a cottage, whether you want canapés, sausage ‘n’ mash or a five-course bespoke feast, Prickly Pear will make it happen. Additionally, Jane offers a bar service alongside the food. Many of Jane’s friendly staff have worked with her from the very beginning – a recommendation in itself – and they rub along seamlessly to deliver something very special, every time.
We are proud to have won the Welsh Hospitality Award for the Welsh Caterer of the year 2016/17
Personal Message from the Manager
Name of Wedding Contact: Jane
I love reading about it, I love cooking it and I really love eating it! I feel privileged to be working in an industry where I spend my time making people happy by doing something I love. On your wedding day, I want to make it perfect for you. I have an ability to put people at ease throughout the process of planning the wedding day – this is partly because I am confident in what I do and partly because I want to give each couple the day of their dreams.
Experience
Year Business Was Established
1999
No. of Weddings Hosted
More than 50
Public Liability Insurance
Yes
No. of People In Team
25
Reviews
(1)
(1)
Anthony & Rhian
Married in September 2016
February 2019
Expectations
Right from our first meeting we were impressed and confident that you would meet our needs. This was both on the build up to the wedding day and on the day itself. It is true to say you exceeded all our expectations.
Press & Awards
(3)
Press & Awards (2)
South Wales Wedding Magazine
Industry Awards (1)
The Welsh Hospitality Awards 2016
FAQ
(10)
What is your most memorable wedding?
A few years ago we catered for a wedding in a big Circus Top tent. The couple decided to hire the tent including the acts because it was spontaneous and cheaper, thus making it all the more fun! We worked around the circus acts during the day and it was so much fun!
Describe your style in 5 adjectives.
Bespoke, Delicious, Comforting, Personable & Professional
What about your business are you most proud of?
The professional team that delivers the great service and delicious food.
What is your No. 1 wedding planning tip for couples?
Go to the food tasting, taste the food and explore your ideas for your special day.
What is your favourite personal touch you have seen at a wedding?
A wedding last year at The Sugar Loaf Barn, hosted a wedding for the family who own the barn. The bride had personal touches such as dates and a tractor sewn into her wedding dress and it was stunning. Additionally she designed the dress and we cooked a beautiful Persian sharing feast so that people were brought together on the tables.
Describe your typical process with a couple.
After receiving an enquiry, I get in contact with you as soon as possible. Invite you to a tasting in my home or at a tasting event and work with you from there up until the day.
How would you wow the judges on Masterchef?
With the bespoke Canape Dessert 3 Tier Wedding Tower made up of sticky Chocolate Brownies, Lemon Possets, Fruit Meringue mouthfuls, topped with either Profiteroles or Tiramisu.
What is the most innovative dish you have created for a wedding?
Our Persian Sharing Feast, made up of Slow Cooked Lamb with Rose Petals, Ras El Hanout Squash, Carmargue Rice Salad, Cacik, Fresh Tomato Salsa with the Eastern Mess (a middle eastern twist on Eton Mess) for dessert.
What is the food of love?
Our locally sourced beef or lamb as well as the locally sourced oak roasted salmon.
What is your secret ingredient?
Working in my beautiful home in Llanbedr, as well as working seamlessly with my friends, family and colleagues.