How we work
Whether it’s a private event or a magical wedding day, you deserve food and service that work in harmony with the occasion. Fossil Food delivers a relaxed, thoughtful catering experience from first enquiry to the day itself, crafting a menu around the season, your setting and the intended atmosphere.
We take on a limited number of weddings and events each year, so you have our full attention with both Kirsty and Steve present and leading throughout.
Our philosophy
A memorable wedding or private event feels effortless when the planning has been handled properly behind the scenes. We focus on the details that matter, keeping communication clear and the day running smoothly. The result is a service that feels polished and warm, with a team that knows how to look after a room.
Curated menus
Every menu starts with the season and the style of celebration you’re planning. From mouth-watering canapés to wedding breakfasts, we create thoughtful combinations that make sense. You’ll be guided with ideas and direction, without endless options or decision overload.
Quality ingredients
We cook with the best produce we can source across Devon and the South West, choosing ingredients that bring freshness and depth to every dish. Everything from local farmers and their livestock, herbs grown at home, locally baked bread, to the day’s catch from the fishmonger. It’s all in service of food that tastes generous, balanced and memorable.
Dietary needs, handled properly
We plan for dietary requirements, allergies and preferences early, making sure every guest is looked after with confidence and consistency. On the day of your wedding or private event, the experience stays seamless, and nobody feels like an afterthought.
Logistics and coordination to keep things running smoothly
In the lead up to your big event, we plan with absolute precision, from timings and equipment to site visits and kitchen builds where needed. This is particularly valuable for marquee weddings and blank canvas spaces, where clear logistics and time management make all the difference.
We’ll handle everything, from coordinating hire deliveries and collections to linen supply and turnaround – so your site stays organised from setup through to pack down.
On the day, the catering is a sleek, clockwork-like operation; keeping the kitchen and front of house working in step and all those moving parts working seamlessly.
Tastings and what’s included
We offer a straightforward, all-inclusive service with no hidden surprises. Your catering includes Steve and our chefs in the kitchen, plus an experienced front-of-house team led by Kirsty.
Drinks service is included from canapés through to the end of your meal and toasts, and we are very happy to serve your own drinks with no corkage. We run drinks with dedicated team members so service stays smooth and no glass runs dry. We also include table laying and classic linen napkins, with colour options to suit your tablescape, classic white plates, stainless steel cutlery and serveware for sharing courses.
Your one-to-one tasting is a highlight of the planning process, hosted at our Fossil HQ on the outskirts of Lyme Regis. It is your chance to taste your menu ahead of the day, refine dishes, and feel confident in the direction. It is also where we bring the practical details together, from meal timings and drinks service through to tableware, kitchen setup, and how the day will flow on site.
If your venue does not have a suitable kitchen setup, we can arrange equipment hire and handle the logistics on your behalf, with hire charged at cost. Table linen and glassware may also be needed depending on your venue, and we can organise these if required.
The team behind your day
The team at Fossil has stayed consistent for many years. That valuable continuity shows on your big day in the smooth working rhythm between the kitchen and front of house, and the reassurance of familiar faces who know how to deliver a wedding or event with confidence.
Ready to discuss your event?
From the first tasting to the final toast, we are here to make the planning process effortless. Browse our sample menus for seasonal inspiration, or get in touch directly to check availability for your date.
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