Please note we have recently changed our business name from The Whole Hog to Art of Taste
Some of our reviews refer to us as The Whole Hog
Nothing has changed outside of our name!
After years of self catering we bit the bullet and hired in Chris for our garden party. So very happy we did. From start to finish Chris made the whole event effortless and we were able to relax and enjoy our own party. His food is totally delicious, beautifully prepared and presented. We felt like we were really treating our guests. Chris and his daughter Emily were hugely instrumental in making our event a party to remember. Thank you 😊
Mrs L Watts 18/08/24
Absolutely amazing service by Chris from start to finish. His food is absolutely impeccable and his attention to detail is out of this world. He went above and beyond to make sure we were completely satisfied with everything and his professionalism was outstanding. Chris is a genuinely lovely guy as well, we would highly recommend him and his services. Thank you so much Chris it was an absolute pleasure.
Katy and Matthew
Mr & Mrs Pursey x
02/08/24
Absolutely thrilled with Chris's catering services for our wedding day! The food was not only delicious but the talk of the event. Guests couldn't stop raving about the outstanding quality of the salmon and pork, and the canapés were simply wonderful. It perfectly captured the warm, family-style atmosphere we wanted. Chris's daughters were fantastic servers, adding a personal touch that made the day even more special. We were in touch with Chris regularly to organize the logistics for the day, so when the wedding day itself arrived, we had nothing to worry about. Chris's organization and professionalism throughout the entire process significantly reduced our stress, allowing us to enjoy our day fully. Thank you, Chris, for making our wedding truly memorable with your exceptional culinary skills and seamless service!
Allison and Gilles 27/07/24
Just wanted to write here and say a massive thank you to Chris and the team who helped cater for our wedding. Chris has exceptional attention to detail and went above and beyond our expectations. We have nothing but compliments from our guests over the food and how well presented everything looked. We couldn't have picked anyone better to cater for our wedding.
Thank you so much.
Mr & Mrs Whitmarsh 20/07/24
We have known Chris for many years. He has catered for us on a number of occasions. This was our second summer BBQ and as always we were not disappointed. Chris’s attention to detail is apparent from the very beginning. He has an ability to make everything look effortless whilst producing these magnificently mouth wateringly tasty dishes. Nothing is too much for him or his team. Every eventuality is anticipated and dealt with smoothly. The menus are always exciting and exotic. He caters so effectively for different dietary requirements, making all guests feel relaxed with their needs. Desserts are always one to look forward to, spectacular and delicious. We would highly recommend Chris and his team, especially Charlotte and Emily who like Chris , can never do enough for you. Our guests are always so impressed with the quality and variety of dishes produced , they seem to appear, out of thin air! A huge thank you Chris and the team. 🙏🏽
Mr & Mrs S Gupta 29/06/24
The catering for our recent wedding celebrations was of the highest quality throughout. We had so many compliments from our guests and we give the highest possible recommendation.
Mr P Borg-Wheeler 15/06/24
Chris catered our 1920s themed garden party with a wonderful bbq and a fabulous dessert table. He took the time to understand what we were hoping for and helped with numerous menu choices. Great communication before the event and we were confident that all would go well. From arrival to finish Chris was the complete professional. We had numerous comments on how much everyone enjoyed the food which combined superb tastes and visual delight. We thoroughly enjoyed it all and would confidently recommend Chris.
Huge thanks Alan and Sally. 22/06/24
Chris and his team were brilliant throughout our wedding day. Chris thought of every small detail, he felt more of a wedding planner, he guided us with timings of the day. The food was loved by everyone, food tailored to the children and adults. Chris kept in touch double checking the details and if we had questions he got straight back to us. Would definitely recommend Chris to anyone for the wedding catering. Thank you Chris and team for all your help!
Shannon and Carl 31/05/24
We had a lovely time at Linda and Philip Borg-Wheeler's reception last Saturday 15 June. The food was absolutely delicious; the staff were charming and friendly and the general ambiance was just so nice. I loved all the food and thought it one of the best wedding receptions I had experienced. Sheila Harrison
S. Harrison 15/06/24
We had the pleasure of having Chris cater our summer garden party, and he exceeded our expectations. His passion for food was evident in every dish. From the initial venue check to his clear communication about the BBQ setup and menu, his professionalism stood out. Despite the weather, his own gazebo ensured everything went smoothly. On the day, he actively encouraged guests to try his delightful creations, with the dessert being an absolute highlight. Everyone raved about the quality, and there wasn’t a crumb left. We highly recommend Chris and hope to hire him again soon!
Mr S Subram 16/06/24
We had the absolute pleasure of having Chris and his team cater our wedding. The food was incredible. Chris is more than a caterer! He helped us so much with the details of the planning. From napkins to cheese! And everything in-between. His team set up the whole reception for us Including all our decorations. We couldn't have asked for more! Our guests are still talking about it over a week later! Chris....you made our day so perfect! Thank you to you and all the team.
S & B Niven 03/06/24
Having been a guest at a wedding that your company catered recently I must inform you of my experience. Having personally used some of the highest rated caterers I was astounded to say the least. I found every detail of the service and food that you provided as good and in some areas a step above my previous experiences. Incredibly well done to yourself and your team. I will be in touch in due course. Mr R Dunscombe 03/06/24
Chris came highly recommended to me as I was organising a dinner party for my sisters 30th Birthday. From start to finish it was effortless, from the first call he knew exactly the type of evening we wanted and helped me pick a fantastic menu to cater everyone at the event. Even making the sweetest menus for the table! Chris and Emily made the evening, not only with the incredible food, but making sure everyone had what they needed and tended to everyone amazingly. I would highly recommend Chris and the team for any event, absolutely amazing services and food! Thank you so much for making the evening so special.
Miss S. Cole 18/05/24
We met Chris and went over our requirements for the event. Chris provided lots of options on canapés, so we were spoilt for choice. We were able to try samples before deciding.
On the day of the event Chris arrived early to set up and introduced his team that were supporting.
The food, drinks and attention to detail was excellent and we can't wait to utilize Art of Taste again!
Thank you from Richmond Motor Group
Mrs N Padfield 13/05/24
Me and my Wife planned a Nikkah Ceremony for 27th April 2024 in Milford on Sea. Had a marquee set up in the garden. We were struggling to find catering around the Hampshire area. As I am Bengali and Sasha is English. In other words my family can handle the spice and Sasha’s can’t lol. I wanted a Mediterranean/Turkish menu for guests. Was calling around non stop had no luck. Sasha’s sister came across Art of Taste. We contacted Chris and I knew he was the guy for our event. We went with the BBQ menu. He gave us the feeling he was very customer focused and wanted to deliver our needs. Chris knew I was Muslim and he confirmed he can send Halal certificates and order halal meat. We went for a taste test. As soon as I bit the chicken I knew this is the guy. I am Asian and I love my chicken!!! The lamb and steak were soo tender and lovely and the salmon 😍😍😍. Wasn’t dry or rubbery, Chris vacuum packs his marinated meats. Keeping it succulent and tasty. Chris and I bonded very well as I understood Chris gets his produce locally and fresh. This was a big factor for me, as I watch master chef on a regular haha. I tasted every salad like I was a judge haha but Sasha finished everything it was too 😍🙌🏾🙌🏾. I didn’t blame her as our guest on the day was like this FOOD IS AMAZING!!! His customer service skills is second to none. His staff on the day were helpful. The Nikkah ceremony bonded two cultures together and made it magical with the food!! 10 out of 10 for me. A genuine and talented chef. He will deliver!!! I have saved his number, people are already asking me send me his details. Chris is a legend!!!! And hopefully we will see him again in the future 🙏🏽🥳🙌🏾. Honestly it was the best days of our lives. No event is remembered if the food is rubbish. Everyone loved the event with the nikkah ceremony to the food and the desserts. My nephews were taking all the desserts hiding and eating them. They were amazing, small desserts. Chocolate moose, brownies, blondies, trifle and baclava. Also tea and coffee. Chris knew I only drink mint tea with honey. He went above and beyond and provided the mint tea and natural honey. Was a day I’ll remember for life. Thanks Chris really appreciated how much you done for us!! We will definitely see you again ❤️.
Mr T Hussain
Chris and his team worked seamlessly throughout our wedding day, thinking of every small detail and felt more like a wedding coordinator than just a caterer, helping us with timings throughout the day. Everyone loved the food on the day and we had minimal leftovers because everyone went back for seconds! Chris is great when it comes to communication, double checking all details before the big day and helping us with any last minute bits, I would reccomend in a heart beat to anyone having a wedding or event. Chris and the team are trustworthy, reliable and honest, with no hidden costs along the way. Thank you Chris, for all your help!
Mrs I Greaves
I found Chris via "Add to Event". From the menu to the first meeting I felt I had found the right man for the job and I was not disappointed. Absolute professional with an eye for detail. Added lots of finishing detail and made our event a complete success! Cant thank him enough. The food was superb. We had 100 to feed and the menu had lots of items in it. He smashed each and every one. The desserts were also a hit. People are still talking about it even now! No hesitation in recommending him for other jobs. If you want to do it right, and not worry about a thing, I think Chris is your man. I only hope hes free next time we have an event. 10/10
Mr A Daniel
“Chris and his crew basically made our wedding, we had a festival style bash with festival food all day for 350 guests. Food was insane as was the service, attention to detail and staff. Chris is a remarkable chef with an obvious passion for what he does and he does it so very well"
Mr N Sidaway
“You and your staff catered for my daughters wedding on Saturday. The Food and service was absolutely fantastic. Nothing was left to chance which made the day very easy for us. I cannot recommend you highly enough. Well done for a great job"
Mrs M Stratton
Cannot express how amazing The Whole Hog were catering for our event. We were receiving compliments on the night and continue to have them flood our way. Chris was exceptional catering for all our needs professionally. A big shout out to all his staff whom had the food displayed and presented. Food was the best sharing platters I have ever experienced.
Anne-Marie
Fantastic Service & food. Worth every penny
’The day The Whole Hog came, they blew us away. They were fabulous, the food was beyond expectations, and we couldn’t recommend them enough. So pleased that we choose them to host our event. Nothing was too much trouble & everything was just amazing. Very happy indeed.
Helen