Through the years we have catered for many events. These range from Christenings to Birthdays to Anniversaries.
We appreciate the confidence clients have placed in us to contribute to their special events, most of them a unique, single occasion. The selection of testimonials reproduced here range from full letters to quick "thank you" emails. |
The events testimonials have been organised by category.
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2017 Highlights | Christenings | Birthdays | Other Events | 2019 Events
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2017 Highlights | Christenings | Birthdays | Other Events | 2019 Events
Events catered for in 2019
15/12/19
Hi Carolyn ... just to say - an Enormous Thank you to you and your team for Sun! So many of our audience giving complements and singing your praises - the food was delicious! Thank you ??...please can you 'pencil in' 13/12/20 and we'll confirm nearer the time! Have a good Christmas.. All best wishes Sue |
14/12/19
Hi Carolyn A huge thank you to you all for yesterday - and for doing such an amazing job in clearing the hall! It made a massive difference and I can’t tell you how much we appreciated it. It’s been an absolute pleasure working with you and thank you so much for everything you did to make the wedding such a success. Everyone had a wonderful time and commented on how great the food was. Have a lovely Christmas break. Best wishes Susan |
2/12/19
Hi Carolyn. What can I say but a huge huge thank you to you and you amazing team for helping in making my special party such a huge success. Everyone was raving about your delicious food and the seamless way in which it all came together. My kitchen was Immaculate and by lunchtime on Sunday all was back to normal- and that was after we got to bed at 4 a.m.! Surprisingly the carpet survived without a mark. How lucky am I? Once again Carolyn thank you so, so much. Please pass on my appreciation to Karen and Lucy too. Hopefully our paths will cross again Kindest regards Di x |
March 2019
Hi Carolyn, I just wanted to email you to say a huge thank you for the wonderful buffet on Sunday. There were so many comments about the quality of the food, and I’ve already had 2 people contact me for your details. Thanks for all your help, it was all very short notice and you really saved the day and were such a support to me. Your staff were wonderful, particular thanks to Karen for being so super organised and also to T for her wonderful bubbly smiley personality. She also followed me around to make sure my champagne glass was continuously full so I won’t thank her for my hangover the next day! We all felt very well looked after. Kind regards, Cat x |
February 2019
Hi Carolyn just want to thank you again for making last night a big success. I was absolutely thrilled with the way you and your team catered for us. The food was delicious you timed everything to perfection. So many people kept asking me where I’d found you and if they can have your details. They all loved your food especially that chocolate bread and butter pudding. Nick is still talking about the whole thing!! Thanks x |
Here are two headline testimonials from the Summer of 2017
For details of the venues mentioned please follow this link.
Parkins Party at Hastoe Village Hall in July 2017.
Lovely summers evening with drinks and canapés outside in front of the beautiful hall. Dear Carolyn, What a great time we enjoyed last Saturday at Hastoe Village Hall. We have received so many compliments on the whole party from the friends and family who joined us, but in particular very positive comments on the quality, taste and presentation of the food you and your team prepared. From start to finish it was a delight and exuded the quality and style that we were looking to achieve. Your staff were just terrific and so well presented in their black blouses and shirts. We had very many compliments on the efficiency, friendliness and professionalism of all the waiters and waitresses. The drinks and canapé service was outstanding, as was the quality and attractiveness of the canapés. Dinner was just great and full marks for the way that the food was presented. The only "adverse" comment was that the portions were too large! If you could have heard the compliments - "who did you use for the catering ?" - you would have been delighted. We know of two guests who have events coming up and who want your contact details. So you can read that we were very pleased indeed. When we first met you, both Maggie and I were agreed that you were the person we wanted to provide for us as we were very impressed with your organisational skills, your clear communications and, of course, your menus. We have no plans for another big bash but you never know when a smaller event might need your skills and lovely food. Until then, our sincere thanks for a job really well done and best wishes to you and your staff. David & Maggie |
Thomas Party at Cheddington Village Hall in July 2017.
A barn dance with old and young. A warm summers evening with Pimms and canapés out in the lawns. Carolyn provides a professional service from start to finish. Having never used Carolyn previously, I was reassured at our first meeting by the comprehensive response to my queries, the suggestions she made and her readiness to provide references. She clearly knew the venue, understood the type of event I was planning (large party for all ages) and after a long initial discussion, she suggested a menu with options, staffing and other ideas which enabled me to finalise everything quite easily. Carolyn and her staff turned up on time and provided a faultless service;
Using Carolyn and her team ensured that I was able to enjoy the party and could reply on them completely for the catering and bar. I would not hesitate to recommend Carolyn to anyone organising an event and seeking a quality caterer. Regards Pier Thomas |
Baptism & Christenings
Event: Baptism for 90 people at Cheddington Village Hall, Cheddington, Bucks
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Dear Carolyn.
Thank you very much for all of your services both on the day and leading up to our daughter's baptism.
Everything was just perfect. We thoroughly enjoyed every single moment and so did our guests. Your team were so friendly, helpful and accommodating.
Should we require a caterer in the future we know who to use and we'll certainly be recommending you to our friends.
Once again thanks for making our daughter's day so special and memorable.
Kind regards Prad and Luciana Samtani.
Event: Baptism for 90 people at Cheddington Village Hall, Cheddington, Bucks
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Dear Carolyn.
Thank you very much for all of your services both on the day and leading up to our daughter's baptism.
Everything was just perfect. We thoroughly enjoyed every single moment and so did our guests. Your team were so friendly, helpful and accommodating.
Should we require a caterer in the future we know who to use and we'll certainly be recommending you to our friends.
Once again thanks for making our daughter's day so special and memorable.
Kind regards Prad and Luciana Samtani.
Event: Christening Party for 40 people at Aldbury Village Hall, Aldbury
Carolyn, Thank you so much for doing such a super job on Sunday. The food was delicious and our guests seemed very impressed. Karen and Jess were both fantastic and I'm so pleased you advised me to have them. In fact I'm really not sure how we would have managed if we hadn't! I shall have no hesitation in recommending you to friends in the future and a big thank you for all your efforts. Best Regards Jo
Carolyn, Thank you so much for doing such a super job on Sunday. The food was delicious and our guests seemed very impressed. Karen and Jess were both fantastic and I'm so pleased you advised me to have them. In fact I'm really not sure how we would have managed if we hadn't! I shall have no hesitation in recommending you to friends in the future and a big thank you for all your efforts. Best Regards Jo
Birthday Parties
Event: 21st Birthday BBQ for 80 people from London
Good Morning Carolyn, I just wanted to email you thanking for the amazing food you made Saturday evening for my 21st birthday. You and the waitresses made it so special and your food was the best I have ever tasted. Everyone’s champagne was constantly topped up, the canapés were flowing and it was just to die for. I had the best party of my life. All my friends and family haven’t stopped talking about you and how good your services were (and if you need anyone for taste testing sessions to keep us in mind) ha ha! I just needed to thank you all ever so much. I would recommend your services to anyone. Regards Christie. Carolyn, I just wanted to drop you line to thank you for Saturday. With absolutely no exception everybody had a wonderful time and the compliments about the food just keep coming. The food was amazing, as was the service and helpfulness of you and your team. Thanks once again for making Christie's day very special. Carol Ranger
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Event: Birthday Party with 85 guests from London, Buckinghamshire, Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire held in a marquee in Mentmore, Bucks
Hi Carolyn………. Thank you very much indeed for helping to make this the best party yet! The marquee in the courtyard worked really well for the food and the live band. The waitresses performed above and beyond the call of duty. They were marvellous. Your food was the best yet especially the beef! Thank you. |
Birthday Events - several notes of appreciation
Everyone had a great time, the food and service was fantastic, and I thoroughly enjoyed being Lady Muck for the evening!
Huge thank you to you and the girls for making yesterday so special for John. Not only was the food delicious but the warmth and charm you all radiated while looking after us was wonderful.
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Thank you so much for your services, both prior to and during my party. It all went better than i could have imagined. I have had nothing but positive feedback from my guests. They all said that the food was delicious and that you, Karen and Louise were exceptionally helpful.
I am so glad that I heeded your advice prior to the day, it was invaluable. With your assistance what started out as 'just a whim' turned into a special and unforgettable day. |
General Events
Memorial 2018
Just emailing as one of the guests to let you know I thought the catering and the catering staff at Toby Davidson’s memorial evening in Long Marston last Friday were absolutely excellent. |
Event: Summer BBQ in Tring, Hertfordshire for 90 guests.
BBQs were hired, long tables laid with summer salads and pimms was drunk by the guests from neighbouring Wendover, Aston Clinton, Pitstone, Princes Risborough, Amersham and Chesham whist listening to the Abba Tribute Band. Carolyn’s food was beautifully prepared and my guests were craving for more! Carolyn’s waitress service was presentable, polite and discreet. I am very happy to absolutely recommend Carolyn Williams Catering Company………..HAPPY EATING! Event: Seminar for Meridian IQ in their offices in the Hemel Hempstead Trading Estate for 50 delegates
Canapés and drinks were provided for business representatives from Hemel Hempstead, St Albans, Watford, Berkhamsted, Harpenden, Luton, Dunstable, Aylesbury and Uxbridge |
Event: Party for 60 guests at Victoria Hall, Tring, Hertfordshire.
Dear Carolyn…I must thank you for the delicious buffet you provided for us, it was greatly enjoyed. Please may I book for next year! Event: Ladies Lunch at Tring Rugby Club, Cow Lane, Tring, Hertfordshire
50 ladies lunched before the big match started! They enjoyed canapés, a hot main course followed by delicious desserts. Carolyn Williams Catering Company caters for all types of clubs and societies. Event: Canapés and Cocktail Party for a house warming in Thame for 50 people.
: Carolyn! The food was spectacular! The way you garnished with grasses and flowers on your beautiful plates was so imaginative and stylish. You made my life very easy! |
Miscellaneous Comments
Sandra Taylor, Aldbury, July 2018
Just wanted to say a big thank you to you and your staff for Saturday evening.
Food was amazing with many compliments on the night and messages since then. You and your staff were professional, so friendly and polite. You left the kitchen in great shape, BRILLIANT all round.
Just wanted to say a big thank you to you and your staff for Saturday evening.
Food was amazing with many compliments on the night and messages since then. You and your staff were professional, so friendly and polite. You left the kitchen in great shape, BRILLIANT all round.
I’ve had a number for guests comment on how good the food was and efficiency of the service.
The fish and chips were popular!
The fish and chips were popular!
It all helped the event run like clockwork. Everyone had a great night and thanks for your help in making that happen.
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Thank you so much for doing the dinner on Saturday ... Once again the food was fantastic and the service was very professional and unobtrusive
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