Catering in Durham

Just to give you some feedback on the lunch today.  It all went down really well and the lunch you provided was very tasty, plenty of variety and very nicely set out.  It arrived very promptly with a guy who was very friendly and helpful.  I would recommend Jackson Catering to anyone wishing to arrange [...]

On behalf of all at HNE would like to pass on our warmest thanks to your staff for wonderful food at our Volunteers Christmas Party.  The evening has been a big success, thanks once again and we look forward to working with you in the future.   Matt Business Manager Hope North East, Middlesbrough

Breakfast buffet for staff training… Thanks Guys. Everything was great thanks and I'm sure we'll be using your services again in the future. Adrian Apple Store, Newcastle

I am very pleased with how Saturday went and yes everyone appeared to enjoy it! I have had no negative feedback about the food, everyone including myself thought it was fantastic, both flavours of pies were lovely. We all agree that Jacksons catering were very professional, you provided us not only with lovely food but also were [...]

Regarding feedback – I thought it went really smoothly, the food was great as was your service. You and the guys are lovely to work with and very helpful – nothing is a bother, which is how we like to work too. You are the first catering company we would happily recommend to clients! Have [...]

…just to say thank you very much for last night. Everyone thought they were super from start to finish.   I thoroughly enjoyed my meal along with most other people, there have been a lot of comments on how nice the food was plus the  friendly and helpful staff  including from a couple who are in the [...]

Thank you and your colleagues at Jacksons Catering for a truly well planned and executed Birthday Party Bash. We had 80 highly delighted party guests, Hog Roast was superb, fireworks amazing. Candyfloss and popcorn went down a treat with the young ones and not so young ones! The waitresses were very helpful and attentive throughout [...]

…just to say a very big thank you for your excellent service at Kimberley's wedding.  The staff you left at the vintage tea party were particularly helpful, but all the staff throughout the day were excellent.  The food was amazing and the whole day was great.  Thanks again, I will have no hesitation in recommending you [...]

I have sorted the platters and left them at reception for you to collect in the morning. Thank you so much for your help and the buffet went down great, everyone said it was lovely!! The choice was excellent, will definitely keep you in mind for the future, for the organisation and also personally. Nicola [...]

thank you very much for all your help at the Great North Run it all worked very well on the day and we have had some good feedback from the runners . We had expected we would have to go and get the boilers up, set them up and fill them up so it was [...]

Thank you for your service. I have just spoken to my contact regarding feedback and he has stated that the food was good and fresh and on time. Cupcakes were amazing.   As I mentioned there are a further 4 sessions planned that will require catering but at present I am not sure if they [...]

In 2011 Alzheimer’s Society had 3,100 people taking part in the Bupa Great North run, raising funds and awareness for people with dementia and their carers. As part of the race day support provided, runners had the opportunity to visit the Alzheimer’s Society marquee at the finish line Charity Village. The Charity Village is an [...]

Thank you for today, so many people commented on the quality of the food. BBQ for corporate family day. Emma Sewell, HR Manager Svitzer

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By Kris Wood, Director Well it's been a funny old summer for most people in the UK. With not much evidence of the sun wanting to come out, it has been a matter of making the most of it! Our clients definitely have! We've had a great summer, and as expected very busy with our [...]

At this years Great North Run we catered for a number of charities including Children with Cancer, here is their feedback: Thanks for your help on Sunday at the Great North Run. The catering was great, on time, excellent service and the food itself went down really well. We will be coming back next year [...]

Overview Prep: 25 min, plus soaking Cooking: 35 min Serves: 4/5         Shopping List 50g butter 1 onion, finely chopped 300g superfino carnaroli rice 3 tablespoons plus 1 teaspoon white wine 20g dried porcini, soaked in warm water for 20 minutes 1 litres hot chicken or vegetable stock, preferably home-made 2 tablespoons [...]

Overview Prep: 35 min Cook:1 hr 40 min Portions: 5/6           Shopping List For the meat 4 tablespoons olive oil 1 onion, chopped 2 sticks celery, finely chopped 2 large carrots, diced 3 cloves garlic, finely chopped 675 g minced beef or lamb 1 tablespoon of tomato purée 3-4 drops Worcestershire [...]

Overview Prep: 5 min Cook: 55 min Portions: 4/5 Shopping List 750 g stewing steak, cut into 4cm pieces 4-6 tbsp olive oil 1 tbsp plain flour 2 onions, diced 2 cloves garlic, finely chopped 3 tomatoes, peeled, seeds removed, roughly chopped 50 g piquillo red peppers, from a jar, cut into strips 2 tsp [...]

Overview Prep: 20 min Cook: 1 hr Portions: 6-8         Shopping List 1 whole chicken, (1.8kg) salt and freshly ground black pepper 2 tablespoons olive oil 350g unsliced rindless streaky bacon, cut into 1–2cm 1 large onion, roughly chopped 2 large carrots, cut into 2cm slices on the diagonal 700ml chicken or [...]

Overview Prep: 20 min Cook: 40 min Portions: 5 (good portions)         Ingredients olive oil 1 large onion, finely chopped 2 cloves garlic, finely chopped 100g salami, or bacon, finely chopped 1kg minced beef 2 tablespoons tomato purée 3 teaspoons dried oregano 800g plum tomatoes, chopped 150ml beef stock 60g butter 70g [...]

I just wanted to get back to you and thank you for the wonderful spread you supplied us with for the funeral on Tuesday.  It was all beautifully presented, tasty and catered for everyone’s needs perfectly.  You delivered everything you promised and I have kept your card and shall be recommending you highly. Jackie Czerwinski [...]

This year we will be providing a number of charities with catering for their runners. Currently, 3500 runners from various charities will receive a post-run pack lunch from the charity they are rasing money for. We will be on site at the finish line to hand out their meals. The options which we are offering [...]

Overview Prep:  20 min Cook:1 hr 30 min Portions: 6         Shopping List 2 large onions 700g lean stewing beef, fat removed and cut into 1-2cm cubes 5 cloves garlic, crushed 800g (canned) chopped tomatoes 2 green peppers, sliced thinly 3 green or red chillies, chopped, leave seeds in for spice 2 [...]

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