Platters and events go hand-in-hand, and fish platters stand out as a delicious, light and healthy option for guests. Whether you are planning a wedding, party or corporate event, getting the catering right is of the utmost importance.
At Angie’s, we are a UK-based, chef-owned catering business with a proven track record of preparing high-quality, aesthetically pleasing platters for all sorts of occasions. In this article, we discuss how to go about choosing the right fish platter for weddings, parties and corporate events. We cover all the key factors for you to consider, as well as a few of the different fish platters available from our catering menu.
Consider The Type Of Event
First and foremost, the type of event you are hosting plays a major role in the types of fish platters you end up purchasing. Here’s a quick breakdown of the different factors to consider for each event type:
Weddings
As weddings tend to be sophisticated and classy, choosing platters with an elegant and refined presentation is a smart choice. Fish platters for weddings should be beautifully presented with high-quality, fresh ingredients that may come across as luxurious. For example, salmon roses, oysters, prawns and lobster tails all stand out as elegant seafood options, making them perfect for feeding wedding guests.
As the visual aesthetics are an incredibly important part of any wedding, the platters should be no different. The presentation of your fish platters should be as gorgeous as the wedding, plated by expert chefs and designed to capture the attention of guests, leaving them impressed and eager for seconds.
Private Parties
A more private party is likely going to be much more relaxed, casual and festive. As these events do not place as much emphasis on themes and colours, you have more freedom in choice when it comes to which fish platters you would like to purchase. Any bite-sized seafood platter can work, provided it is made from fresh, high-quality ingredients.
Your guests should be able to quickly and easily grab something to snack on without having to commit to eating a full portion or meal. For example, sushi and bite-sized versions of seafood are excellent options for private parties, particularly for guests who want something light and healthy. While staying on theme may not be a worry, presentation still matters, even at more casual, private parties. As such, the importance of having a chef plate the dish should never be understated.
Corporate Events
For corporate and business events, the aim is to provide guests with a professional yet enjoyable experience. Whether a large-scale corporate conference or a client luncheon, fish platters should be appetising and practical. The visual presentation should be clean, refined and impressive. As this is a work event, you should opt for platters that are not too messy or difficult to eat.
The goal should be to feed guests without disrupting the flow of the event, so guests can continue to communicate and enjoy the time. For example, salmon fillets and finger-sized trout are among the best options, as they are easy to eat with minimal mess, rich in flavour, and relatively healthy. As businesses tend to have a comprehensive and diverse range of people there, consider dietary restrictions and guest preferences, and make sure there are enough platters to cater for everyone in attendance.
Guest Preferences And Dietary Needs
In the planning of your event, taking into consideration the different dietary restrictions and guest preferences is key when it comes to catering. Understanding what guests prefer and what guests need to avoid eating can help you decide on the right seafood platters to get for your event. With fish platters on hand, you are already catering for pescatarians (those who do not eat meat but do eat fish), which immediately shows guests that their needs have been taken into account.
You may also have dairy-free and gluten-free guests, so having gluten-free and dairy-free platter options is incredibly important. Additionally, all allergens should be labelled clearly, as you may have guests allergic to certain types of fish, such as shellfish. As you may have some vegetarian and vegan guests, it is a good idea to have some salad platters around too. By catering for all of your guests, no one is left hungry or feeling left out, so everyone can enjoy the event as intended and leave thoroughly impressed by the platter options.
Portion Size And Head Count
The number of guests at the event can inform the portion sizes and the number of platters you should order. For an intimate gathering, you will not need a huge range of platter options, and you can instead hone in on what you believe your guests will enjoy the most. For bigger events and parties, having a variety of platters to feed guests is important.
As a main course, the platters should be enough to feed every guest in the same way that a full portion meal would. As such, ordering a few platters makes the most sense. If the platters are merely there as a snack, and something else is being served as the main course, you will not necessarily need as many platters to fill everyone up. You should consult the caterer for guidance regarding how many people can be served with one platter of food to make sure that you order enough for all of your guests to enjoy.
At Angie’s, our fish platters can generally serve a side portion to 10-12 guests. This varies from platter to platter, so feel free to call us at 020 8994 3931 for more information regarding our platter sizes.
Presentation Matters
A platter’s presentation is almost as important as the deliciousness of the meal itself. A platter’s first job is to captivate the guest, enticing them to try the food. A well-plated, beautifully presented platter instantly adds style and elegance to your event, often leaving guests as impressed with the visuals as they are with the taste.
The best chefs use edible garnishes and decorations, play around with textures, use carefully selected cuts, and choose the right plates to get the most out of the presentation of their cuisine. The main food should be highlighted through a perfect balance of aesthetics and practicality, engaging the senses of your guests from more than one angle.
Fish Platters Offered At Angie’s
In this section, we have listed a few of the best fish platters available from Angie’s, highlighting which type of event they would work best for.
The Best Choice For Weddings: Miso Salmon Fish Platters
At Angie’s, our Miso Salmon Fish Platter is a superb option for weddings. The dish is a unique and captivating culinary experience that carefully combines sweet and salty flavour profiles. The platter includes salmon fillets marinated in a miso dressing, a traditional and much-adored Japanese seasoning created from fermented soybeans.
The miso dressing is made from white miso, dark sticky soy sauce, sesame oil, red and white vinegar and extra virgin olive oil. These fish platters also come with a pickled cucumber, dill and chilli salad together with mixed leaves and lemon wedges.
The Best Choice For Private Parties: Pan-Seared Salmon Fish Platters
For your private parties, we suggest the Pan-Seared Salmon Platter, a delicious, flavour-rich seafood option that is bound to impress your guests. This fish platter is another popular salmon dish made with fresh ingredients and locally sourced salmon from the best suppliers in the country.
The salmon is pan-seared by our professional chefs and served with a cornichon mayonnaise, which is essentially an elevated tartar sauce that we create by mixing lemon juice, capers, parsley, mayonnaise, parmesan, and cornichons. Served with fresh, tangy, sundried tomatoes and garnished with lemon wedges and rapeseed oil, anyone who enjoys seafood will enjoy our delectable Pan Seared Salmon fish platters. The dish is also gluten-free and dairy-free, so your guests with more restrictive diets can enjoy it too.
The Best Choice For Corporate Events: Sea Trout And Gremolata Fish Platters
For your corporate conferences and work events, consider the culinary delight that is our Sea Trout and Gremolata Platter, an incredibly delicious, flavourful and succulent seafood dish. These fish platters come equipped with expertly pan-roasted sea trout and parsley gremolata. Gremolata, for those who do not know, is a mixture of parsley, wild rocket, capers, extra virgin olive oil and lemon zest.
An entrancing flavour is created, the gremolata helping to elevate the taste of the sea trout even more. The dish is topped off with sweet and fresh sun-blushed tomatoes and garnished with baby watercress and lemon wedges. Additionally, these fish platters are gluten-free and dairy-free, so guest preferences and diets can be catered for, especially important when hosting a corporate event.
Exquisite Catering Services: Why Go With Angie’s?
As an experienced, trusted catering company with years of experience, we have built a reputation for delivering fresh, high-quality platters that can be served at any and all events. Our unique takes on classic platter dishes and the incredible standard of food quality set us apart from other catering businesses, not to mention our deep commitment to incredible customer service. We pride ourselves on offering varied, enjoyable and healthy platters.
We are not just any catering company, we are a chef-owned and chef-managed catering business based just outside of London. We are led by our founder and owner, professional chef Angie Steele, who has an incredibly formidable cooking background and has worked with some of the best chefs in the world, including Gordon Ramsay and Jason Atherton. With her guidance, our team members have thrived, helping to further establish us as one of the leading catering businesses in all of the UK.
We deliver anywhere within the M25 area within a 30-minute delivery window of your specified time. All you have to do is decide on the platters that you want, choose a date and time, and leave the rest to us. With our help, you can focus on handling every other aspect of your event, and we will take care of the food. The fish platters come ready-to-serve at room temperature, so there’s no need to reheat anything. All platters come served on biodegradable dishes that can be easily disposed of. In short, Angie’s offers delicious, beautifully presented fish platters delivered right to your doorstep.
Final Thoughts: Getting Fish Platters At Angie’s
Fish platters are a great choice for serving guests something delicious, fresh and healthy. From weddings and private parties to corporate celebrations and large-scale conferences, fish platters keep guests satisfied without disrupting conversations or messing with the flow of the evening.
At Angie’s, we have fish platters to suit all of your needs, from pan-seared salmon to sea trout and gremolata. As catering experts with years of experience, you can trust that our fish platters will leave your guests impressed, and we have gluten-free and dairy-free options to cater for more restrictive diets. To learn more about how we can help or to make a purchase on a platter of your choice, head over to our website or give us a call today!
