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Bring a Flavorful Fusion of Mexico and the American South to Your Wedding
Planning a wedding that stands out? El Kantina offers a vibrant blend of Mexican and Southern flavors to make your special day truly unforgettable. With 14 years of experience in weddings and events, their expert team knows how to craft a culinary experience that delights both you and your guests. They’ve even catered for high-profile clients, including on the set of Mission Impossible, so you’re in trusted hands.
Flexible Catering Options Tailored to Your Wedding Style
Whether you’re dreaming of a laid-back street food celebration or an elegant multi-course dinner, El Kantina adapts to your vision. Choose from:
- Casual, vibrant street food served from their charming vintage horsebox trailer
- Refined, seated dining experiences perfect for formal receptions
- Indoor or outdoor setups to fit your venue and vibe
They work closely with you to customize menus that fit your style and budget, ensuring your wedding catering feels personal and seamless.
Bespoke Menus Designed to Delight Every Guest
El Kantina creates menus that reflect your tastes as a couple, offering a range of delicious options, including:
- Street food favorites like tacos, nachos, and burritos
- Elaborate multi-course meals for a more formal dining experience
- Colorful sharing boards and authentic Mexican tapas
- Thoughtful accommodations for vegetarian, vegan, and other dietary needs
Trusted by Couples with Outstanding Reviews
With a 5-star rating from 52 reviews, El Kantina is praised for their mouthwatering food, warm and professional service, and clear communication. Couples love how they tailor menus to suit diverse dietary requirements, making sure every guest leaves happy and satisfied.
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What is your most memorable wedding?
Serving from the top of a mountain in the Lake district was pretty spectacular. Definitely a 'pinch me' moment. The guests enjoyed a variety of Mexican inspired Canape and then a relaxed sharing feast form the Tipi. The weather behaved...not sure about the guests;-)
Describe your style in 5 adjectives.
Vibrant, colourful, fun, flavoursome, unique
What about your business are you most proud of?
We receive consistently 5 star reviews from our couples who are happy to share us with their friends (we catered for the bride and two bridesmaids at weddings last year!) Even guests who aren't sure about Mexican food have been really impressed with what we can offer - from spicy to tame, we have it covered.
What is your No.1 wedding planning tip for couples?
Think outside the box. Dare to be different. These are the weddings that guests love now - those that stand out and are above the norm.
What is your favourite personal touch you have seen at a wedding?
We catered at a client who really went to town with the Mexican theme - there was everything from a mariachi band through to wrestling masks on table and a (very vigorous!) piñata above each table. Guests loved it
Describe your typical process with a couple.
We have an email exchange followed by a call to discover what the couple are looking for. We then arrange a tasting (either before or after the couple have committed with us with a 20% deposit) and then we finalise the menu, keep the conversation going until the big day and then wow them with the food!
How would you wow the Judges on Masterchef?
Erm - sticky toffee pudding (not Mexican but Greg's favourite!)
What is the most innovative dish you have created for a wedding?
We created an 'all vegan' and 'all gluten free' menu for a couple recently. we had to think outside the box a bit but the end product was delicious. Many guests commented that they didn't miss the meat (or the gluten!) at all
What is the food of love?
Tacos right?
What is your secret ingredient?
Not telling. Obviously