Big Roast London » Hog Roast London http://www.bigroast.com Fri, 03 Feb 2012 18:11:55 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v= The Whole Hog Roast – Wandsworth http://www.bigroast.com/2012/01/31/wandsworth-hog-roasts/ http://www.bigroast.com/2012/01/31/wandsworth-hog-roasts/#comments Tue, 31 Jan 2012 11:00:02 +0000 admin http://www.bigroast.com/?p=3155 Big Roast offers two options when it comes to Hog Roast events and being based in Wandsworth means we can offer this across the whole of London. We can offer either the ‘Whole Hog’ or a Pork Loin ‘Spit Roast’…

]]> Big Roast offers two options when it comes to Hog Roast events and being based in Wandsworth means we can offer this across the whole of London. We can offer either the ‘Whole Hog’ or a Pork Loin ‘Spit Roast’Hog roast 150x150 The Whole Hog Roast Wandsworth hog roast

The Whole Hog is of course what we traditionally think of as a Hog Roast and whether or not you have ever been to a Hog Roast event most of us are familiar with this as we all have seen it in old movies when they are depicting Medieval banquets.

Most of us have a mental picture of Henry V111 at the head of a banquet with a Hog Roast roasting over an open fire and it is this that most have in mind when they contact us. Of course today and for practical purposes a Whole Hog is roasted in an enclosed, portable ‘Roaster’ producing incredible heat to ensure reduced cooking times and an even roast.

Although enclosed during cooking the smells excites, whets the appetites of the guests and creates an expectation which reaches it’s climax when the chef opens the roaster to reveal the massive, golden brown and succulent Hog. For many this is the first time they have seen a cooked, complete animal.

Whole Hogs are perfect for events of eighty or more guests as they serve up to one hundred and twenty therefore allowing for generous portions and or seconds. If any customers are interested in the options for Hog Roasts in Wandsworth please call us on 0845 500 5450.

]]> http://www.bigroast.com/2012/01/31/wandsworth-hog-roasts/feed/ 0 Big Roast Fulham – Great Hog Roasts http://www.bigroast.com/2012/01/03/hog-roasts-fulham/ http://www.bigroast.com/2012/01/03/hog-roasts-fulham/#comments Tue, 03 Jan 2012 08:00:49 +0000 admin http://www.bigroast.com/?p=3206 At Big Roast we do at least one Hog Roast event per week in our neighbouring borough of Fulham. Our Hog Roasts have become so popular in Fulham that after doing so many events there most of our Chefs leave for …

]]> At Big Roast we do at least one Hog Roast event per week in our neighbouring borough of Fulham. Our Hog Roasts have become so popular in Fulham that after doing so many events there most of our Chefs leave for their Hog Roast events without the need for A to Zs or Satnavs.

I wonder how many of them know as they gingerly cross over yet another speed bump that Fulham was the firstLondonborough to introduce Speed Bumps in 1984 inLinver Road, a road well known to them all.

There are, I’m sure, plenty of Fulham residents proud of this fact but I am also sure there are plenty who look on their introduction as just another obstacle for the poor motorist to overcome but I can’t imagine that there are any Fulham residents not proud of the little known fact that Gandhi lived in Baron’s Court while studying law.

Big Roast have done quite a few Hog Roast events in Baron’s Court never knowing that Gandhi may have lived in one the properties we have catered in.

Shepherd’s Bush andWhiteCityare also parts of the borough well known to our Hog Roast chefs but I am sure, just as with Gandhi, that few if any of them know that the oldWhiteCitystadium hosted the 1908 Olympics afterMountVesuviouserupted forcing the games to be moved fromItaly.

Big Roast is of course proud to offer their Hog Roast’s in such an interesting and historic part ofLondon.

]]> http://www.bigroast.com/2012/01/03/hog-roasts-fulham/feed/ 0 Dig in to some Big Roast Canapés http://www.bigroast.com/2011/01/13/dig-in-to-some-big-roast-canapes/ http://www.bigroast.com/2011/01/13/dig-in-to-some-big-roast-canapes/#comments Thu, 13 Jan 2011 14:27:24 +0000 author http://www.bigroast.com/?p=1530 you wont be able to resist hog roast streatham canapes 150x150 Dig in to some Big Roast Canapés hog roast…We’ve all been there so many times before; you arrive to an evening do, knowing that there will be food on the way, and you’re ravenous. Apparently your host has decided that, instead of eating tout de suite which is]]> you wont be able to resist hog roast streatham canapes 150x150 Dig in to some Big Roast Canapés hog roastWe’ve all been there so many times before; you arrive to an evening do, knowing that there will be food on the way, and you’re ravenous. Apparently your host has decided that, instead of eating tout de suite which is the preferred option of the attendees, that it would be much more civilised to stand around making small talk and delicately sipping fizzy wine. Concentrating on what others are saying becomes something of a struggle, as the little voice inside your tummy definitely knows it’s feeding time. Now, lovely hog roast Streatham blog readers, you can become something of a phenomenon amongst your party-throwing friends, by having some of our brilliant canapés at the beginning of your do, to whet people’s appetites, and to show them that you’re the most considerate host they could hope to be friends with. Our large selection includes parmesan lollipops with a delicious sweet chilli dip, or maybe your palette is more accustomed to lamb koftas and mint yoghurt, or even sushi rice balls with a variety of toppings of your own choosing.
Whatever your needs, whoever you’re inviting to your hog or lamb roast party, hog roast Streatham can help you decide the best canapé combo for you and your guests. Trust us, when they arrive gagging for something to nibble on, they’ll definitely appreciate the effort you’ve gone to, to help make sure they don’t pass out before the main course.
]]> http://www.bigroast.com/2011/01/13/dig-in-to-some-big-roast-canapes/feed/ 0 Big up the Hog Roast Kent Entertainment http://www.bigroast.com/2010/12/30/big-up-the-hog-roast-kent-entertainment/ http://www.bigroast.com/2010/12/30/big-up-the-hog-roast-kent-entertainment/#comments Thu, 30 Dec 2010 11:54:58 +0000 author http://www.bigroast.com/?p=1335 get some balloons at your hog roast Kent event 150x150 Big up the Hog Roast Kent Entertainment hog roastAs we’re sure you’re more than aware by now, we love a good party here at Big Roast, particularly if there are loads of activities and fun things for guests to participate in and enjoy. If you’re holding a hog …]]> get some balloons at your hog roast Kent event 150x150 Big up the Hog Roast Kent Entertainment hog roastAs we’re sure you’re more than aware by now, we love a good party here at Big Roast, particularly if there are loads of activities and fun things for guests to participate in and enjoy. If you’re holding a hog roast Kent event, or indeed around any other area, we’ve got some great ideas for you to make your party go off with a real bang. So read on, and find out what we can bring to your party (besides the delicious food, of course):
Balloon modelling: We can proudly say that we’ve found, and formed a loving partnership with, Andrew Smith, the greatest balloon modeller on the planet. A bold statement, you may say, but once you’ve seen what this man can sculpt (cartoon characters, any vehicle you can think of, even does caricatures of your guests), then you’ll hold the same opinion. He’s officially there for the kids, but adults will also find his talents irresistible.
Karaoke/music: We can bring along a great portable amp system, into which any iPod or MP3 player can be plugged, thus belting out your favourite tunes. The karaoke microphone is particularly entertaining once a few drinks have been served (we cannot be responsible for any terrible song renditions).
If you’d like any more information on how we can help your hog roast Kent really get off the ground and give you a night (or day) to remember, please get in touch and one of our team will be on hand to answer any questions you may have.
]]> http://www.bigroast.com/2010/12/30/big-up-the-hog-roast-kent-entertainment/feed/ 0 Songs for your Hog Roast Kensington event http://www.bigroast.com/2010/12/24/songs-for-your-hog-roast-kensington-event/ http://www.bigroast.com/2010/12/24/songs-for-your-hog-roast-kensington-event/#comments Fri, 24 Dec 2010 11:04:23 +0000 author http://www.bigroast.com/?p=1537 Sing along to Oliver with hog roast Kensington 150x150 Songs for your Hog Roast Kensington event hog roastWhen you’re holding a hog roast Kensington… party, it’s all very well making the excellent choice of asking Big Roast to handle the catering side of things, but it’s the little details that make a difference, and enhance the atmosphere]]> Sing along to Oliver with hog roast Kensington 150x150 Songs for your Hog Roast Kensington event hog roastWhen you’re holding a hog roast Kensington party, it’s all very well making the excellent choice of asking Big Roast to handle the catering side of things, but it’s the little details that make a difference, and enhance the atmosphere of your do. This week, we thought we’d serve up (hoho) some tasty musical treats, some suggestions for a playlist you may want to have belting out during your celebration:
Eat It (‘Weird Al’ Yankovic)- A parody of the Michael Jackson classic ‘Beat It’, except this time, the lyrics are adapted to be more suitable for dining situations. Certainly one to get everyone chuckling along/appetites raging.
Food Glorious Food (Oliver soundtrack)- Everyone loves a musical (apart from Jonny in the office, he’s too cool), and literally everyone in the world (again, apart from Jonny) knows at least a couple of lyrics from this renowned tune, all about being hungry. Which hopefully your guests will be.
Yummy Yummy Yummy (Ohio Express): ‘Yummy yummy yummy, I’ve got love in my tummy…’ warble the beautiful voices of Ohio Express, making us feel all warm and fuzzy on the inside. Hopefully you will too, after you and your guests have tried our delicious canapés, meat and desserts.
If you’ve got impeccable musical tastes, and would like to let us at hog roast Kensington any songs that you would like to see added to this list/celebrated in one of our blogs, please do get in touch. We look forward to hearing from you!
]]> http://www.bigroast.com/2010/12/24/songs-for-your-hog-roast-kensington-event/feed/ 0 Hog Roast London Gives some Food for Thought http://www.bigroast.com/2010/12/17/hog-roast-london-gives-some-food-for-thought/ http://www.bigroast.com/2010/12/17/hog-roast-london-gives-some-food-for-thought/#comments Fri, 17 Dec 2010 14:16:02 +0000 author http://www.bigroast.com/?p=1526 this noggin the nog also likes hog roast London events 150x150 Hog Roast London Gives some Food for Thought hog roast…We all know that keeping our brains active and exercised is very important; some might learn Japanese to keep things ticking over, or maybe just indulge in a couple of Sudoku a night. What is equally important, however, is the]]> this noggin the nog also likes hog roast London events 150x150 Hog Roast London Gives some Food for Thought hog roastWe all know that keeping our brains active and exercised is very important; some might learn Japanese to keep things ticking over, or maybe just indulge in a couple of Sudoku a night. What is equally important, however, is the fuel we give our brains, and feeding them well makes them happy. So this week, darling reader, we’re having a look at what exactly happens when your noggin gets to experience a hog roast London style, and all the parts of the brain that make it extra tasty for us…
The Medulla Oblongata: This little fellow (as we affectionately like to refer to it) helps control autonomic body function, such as digestion. This means that we can simply sit back and enjoy our tasty hog roast/apple sauce without worrying a jot about what’s going on in our tummies.
The Cerebellum: If you’re wondering what controls posture, balance and coordination of movement, look no further that the Cerebellum. Without it, we’d have real trouble reaching for the ketchup, whilst at the same time keeping our salad on the plate. An important point, we’re sure you’ll agree.
The Hypothalamus: The hard-working Hypothalamus has a lot to do, including regulating our hunger and thirst. Jolly useful, if you’re going to be able to eat as much hog as possible without bursting…or maybe just enjoying in moderation.
If you’ve got some more brain knowledge or scientific facts about hog roast London parties, or indeed anything else, or have any questions about our service, please do get in touch and one of our team will be on hand to answer any queries you may have.
]]> http://www.bigroast.com/2010/12/17/hog-roast-london-gives-some-food-for-thought/feed/ 0 Fascinating Pork Facts: Part 2 http://www.bigroast.com/2010/11/12/fascinating-pork-facts-part-2/ http://www.bigroast.com/2010/11/12/fascinating-pork-facts-part-2/#comments Fri, 12 Nov 2010 12:16:54 +0000 author http://www.bigroast.com/?p=1591 learn about which bit is which with hog roast London 150x150 Fascinating Pork Facts: Part 2 hog roastFollowing the astounding rise in people knowing lots of interesting things about pork- the key ingredient of any great hog roast London… event- since last week’s blog instalment was published, we’ve got right on to getting writing the second part.]]> learn about which bit is which with hog roast London 150x150 Fascinating Pork Facts: Part 2 hog roastFollowing the astounding rise in people knowing lots of interesting things about pork- the key ingredient of any great hog roast London event- since last week’s blog instalment was published, we’ve got right on to getting writing the second part. And here it is, to hopefully make your mouths water.
- When divided up and ready to cook, the humble piggy gives us lots of different cuts of meat, with something to suit everyone’s tastes. You may have sampled rips, loin, or belly- but one of the Brazilian national dishes, Feijoada, is prepared with the feet, ears and tail. Delicious.
- Pork is a forbidden meat is both Islam and Judaism, both for different reasons. In Judaism, followers are only permitted to ingest the meat of an animal that has both cloven hooves, and ‘brings up its cud’.
- If not cooked immediately, pork can be cured instead, which is how various speciality hams and sausages are produced. Originally created to keep meat suitable for consumption without the aid of refrigeration, the salt used in the process now creates the flavours that so many people enjoy.
If you’d like any more information about our products or hog roast London service, please do get in touch and one of our team will happily answer any of your questions.
]]> http://www.bigroast.com/2010/11/12/fascinating-pork-facts-part-2/feed/ 0 Fascinating Pork Facts: Part 1 http://www.bigroast.com/2010/11/05/fascinating-pork-facts-part-1/ http://www.bigroast.com/2010/11/05/fascinating-pork-facts-part-1/#comments Fri, 05 Nov 2010 12:10:57 +0000 author http://www.bigroast.com/?p=1585 hog roast London are pork experts 150x150 Fascinating Pork Facts: Part 1 hog roastThere’s always one key ingredient when cooking up a storm at a delicious hog roast London event, and that is the hog itself (unless you’re doing a lamb roast, or indeed a vegetarian… alternative, in which case it isn’t really]]> hog roast London are pork experts 150x150 Fascinating Pork Facts: Part 1 hog roastThere’s always one key ingredient when cooking up a storm at a delicious hog roast London event, and that is the hog itself (unless you’re doing a lamb roast, or indeed a vegetarian alternative, in which case it isn’t really a hog roast anyway….). In celebration of the humble meat that fills our tummies with a delicious treat, we thought we’d get right on to sharing with you some top pork facts, in the first of our new two-part blog series. With this, you will be able to impress all your friends/relatives/strangers you meet on the bus. Enjoy, darling readers.
- The pig, being one of the earliest animals to be domesticated (around 5000 BC), was used, in the olden days, for many things as well as for meat. Its hide was crafted into shoes, its bones for tools, and its hair for brush bristles.
- Pork was traditionally eaten in the autumn, as the pigs themselves then has time to grow during the spring, and fatten during the summer. Of course, we can cater for your hog roast London event all year round.
- Although generally considered to be a white meat, pork is grouped with red meat in nutritional studies. With the fat trimmed, the meat is leaner than most other domesticated animals.
For more information, or to get us on board with your hog roast London event, please do get in touch and one of our team will be on hand to answer any of your questions.
]]> http://www.bigroast.com/2010/11/05/fascinating-pork-facts-part-1/feed/ 0 Hog Roast at Tisbury Carnival http://www.bigroast.com/2010/10/01/hog-roast-at-tisbury-carnival/ http://www.bigroast.com/2010/10/01/hog-roast-at-tisbury-carnival/#comments Fri, 01 Oct 2010 17:01:51 +0000 author http://www.bigroast.com/?p=1622 celebrate your carnival with hog roast London 150x150 Hog Roast at Tisbury Carnival hog roast…Punters who braved the September weather in order to bring joy and happiness to a Saturday afternoon last weekend at Tisbury carnival were certainly not let down, as all their senses were treated to the spectacular array of delights that]]> celebrate your carnival with hog roast London 150x150 Hog Roast at Tisbury Carnival hog roastPunters who braved the September weather in order to bring joy and happiness to a Saturday afternoon last weekend at Tisbury carnival were certainly not let down, as all their senses were treated to the spectacular array of delights that were on offer for all to see and sample.
Prior to the main event of the evening- which was, as is tradition at the carnival, a procession in which children and adults alike donned their best fancy dress creations and pounded the streets showing off their outfits- the crowds enjoyed market stalls selling handmade crafts, a parade of classic cars, and a hog roast, which was munched down by many a hungry person.
Of course, we all know that autumn can be something of anti-climax after the excitement and holidays that come in the summer months. It gets colder, and the temptation is to tuck yourself inside and hide away from the elements- don’t be tempted, say we. Why not organise a great hog roast London event, or indeed anywhere in the country, and beat the blues with some tasty meats and our delicious salads/desserts. Get in touch with hog roast London today- we look forward to hearing from you!
]]> http://www.bigroast.com/2010/10/01/hog-roast-at-tisbury-carnival/feed/ 0 Games for your Hog Roast Twickenham Party: part 2 http://www.bigroast.com/2010/08/20/something-for-your-hog-roast-twickenham-party-part-2/ http://www.bigroast.com/2010/08/20/something-for-your-hog-roast-twickenham-party-part-2/#comments Fri, 20 Aug 2010 11:07:12 +0000 author http://www.bigroast.com/?p=1297 give your hog roast twickenham guests a namebadge 150x150 Games for your Hog Roast Twickenham Party: part 2 hog roastIn last week’s blog, we helped thousands (possibly, this might not be entirely true…) of people break the ice between guests at their special hog roast Twickenham… event, and as a result, many lasting friendships were formed- all because of]]> give your hog roast twickenham guests a namebadge 150x150 Games for your Hog Roast Twickenham Party: part 2 hog roastIn last week’s blog, we helped thousands (possibly, this might not be entirely true…) of people break the ice between guests at their special hog roast Twickenham event, and as a result, many lasting friendships were formed- all because of some lovely party games. We are somewhat presuming this is case, although are hopeful of some truth in the matter; we’re continuing our good work this week, with even more fun suggestions for party activities, although this time they’re a little more grown-up:
Name badges: Give everyone a sticker with their name and a random fact about themselves (the more random and bizarre the better), which can be a talking point for them and any strangers that they might want to strike up a conversation with.
Find your partner: Similar to the name badges, but this time, your guests are assigned a celebrity and need to find their partner in crime/comedy/cookery (you get the idea) at some point in the evening. Great fun for everyone.
If you’d like to send in your suggestions for your party ice breakers for our other hog roast Twickenham customers, then drop us an email or leave a comment at the bottom of the blog. Or maybe you’d just like to find out about our delicious hog or lamb roasts, please give us a call, and we’ll be ready to help.
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