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The Hungry Plaice
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Award-winning mobile catering with unique retro vans, serving fish & chips, pizzas, hot food and luxury desserts for weddings, parties and corporate events covering the UK
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Event PlannersAbout The Hungry Plaice
Award-Winning Multi-Van Catering Fleet
We are an award-winning, family-run mobile catering company offering a unique fleet of retro MK2 Transit vans and modern high-capacity units, serving delicious fresh food for events of all sizes across the UK.
With over 9 years of experience, we specialise in providing exceptional fish & chips, stone-baked pizzas, burgers, hot food, jacket potatoes, paninis, pie & mash, and luxury ice creams from our hand-painted dessert van with a full toppings station. Our vans are high-capacity and perfect for weddings, corporate events, parties, festivals, and multi-shift workplace catering.
We were proudly recognised as Top 3 Mobile Operators at the National Fish & Chip Awards and have been nominated multiple times at The Wedding Industry Awards, showcasing our commitment to quality, service and professionalism.
Our team goes above and beyond to deliver a seamless experience — from great communication and clear planning to exceptional food and friendly staff. Many of our clients return year after year because they trust us to deliver reliably and consistently.
Perfect for: ✔ Weddings ✔ Corporate catering ✔ Workplace events & staff appreciation ✔ Parties & celebrations ✔ Festivals ✔ Public events ✔ Large-scale gatherings
If you’re looking for premium mobile catering with unique vans, outstanding food, and a team that truly cares, we’d love to be part of your event.
Get in touch today for availability and a personalised quote.
We are an award-winning, family-run mobile catering company offering a unique fleet of retro MK2 Transit vans and modern high-capacity units, serving delicious fresh food for events of all sizes across the UK.
With over 9 years of experience, we specialise in providing exceptional fish & chips, stone-baked pizzas, burgers, hot food, jacket potatoes, paninis, pie & mash, and luxury ice creams from our hand-painted dessert van with a full toppings station. Our vans are high-capacity and perfect for weddings, corporate events, parties, festivals, and multi-shift workplace catering.
We were proudly recognised as Top 3 Mobile Operators at the National Fish & Chip Awards and have been nominated multiple times at The Wedding Industry Awards, showcasing our commitment to quality, service and professionalism.
Our team goes above and beyond to deliver a seamless experience — from great communication and clear planning to exceptional food and friendly staff. Many of our clients return year after year because they trust us to deliver reliably and consistently.
Perfect for: ✔ Weddings ✔ Corporate catering ✔ Workplace events & staff appreciation ✔ Parties & celebrations ✔ Festivals ✔ Public events ✔ Large-scale gatherings
If you’re looking for premium mobile catering with unique vans, outstanding food, and a team that truly cares, we’d love to be part of your event.
Get in touch today for availability and a personalised quote.
Our Story
We started The Hungry Plaice and Pink Desserts because we’ve always believed that great food brings people together, creates memories, and turns ordinary moments into something special. What began as a simple love for classic British food and vintage charm has grown into a multi-van catering fleet trusted by couples, families and major UK companies alike.
Our journey started with just one retro MK2 Transit — lovingly restored and converted into a fish & chip van. We didn’t set out to become award-winning caterers or build a fleet; we simply wanted to serve great food in a way that felt fun, nostalgic and full of personality. People instantly connected with the van’s character and our passion, and before long, demand grew far beyond what we ever imagined.
Behind the scenes, our business is built on a strong foundation of professional experience. With a background in finance, marketing and change management — including years working within food manufacturing — we bring organisation, planning, and reliability to everything we do. Combined with hands-on catering experience, food safety knowledge, and logistics expertise within the family, we’ve been able to grow a business that is both creative and highly efficient.
What inspires us most is seeing the reaction from our clients and their guests — the smiles at a wedding when the van pulls up, the excitement at a workplace event, the messages of thanks from couples and companies who trust us year after year. We love being part of moments that matter: celebrations, milestones, staff appreciation days and community events.
We also take pride in doing things properly. We are constantly investing in our fleet, training, systems and menu development. This dedication has helped us become Top 3 Mobile Operators at the National Fish & Chip Awards, with multiple nominations at The Wedding Industry Awards, and a growing number of long-term clients who rely on us for quality, consistency and service.
At our core, we are a family-run business that cares deeply about what we do. We go above and beyond because our customers deserve the very best — whether we’re serving 50 people at a private party or 2,000 staff across multiple shifts at a corporate event.
We do what we do because we love it: the food, the vans, the people, the atmosphere, the challenge, the satisfaction of a job well done. And most of all, we love being part of events that bring people together and create moments they’ll remember.
Our journey started with just one retro MK2 Transit — lovingly restored and converted into a fish & chip van. We didn’t set out to become award-winning caterers or build a fleet; we simply wanted to serve great food in a way that felt fun, nostalgic and full of personality. People instantly connected with the van’s character and our passion, and before long, demand grew far beyond what we ever imagined.
Behind the scenes, our business is built on a strong foundation of professional experience. With a background in finance, marketing and change management — including years working within food manufacturing — we bring organisation, planning, and reliability to everything we do. Combined with hands-on catering experience, food safety knowledge, and logistics expertise within the family, we’ve been able to grow a business that is both creative and highly efficient.
What inspires us most is seeing the reaction from our clients and their guests — the smiles at a wedding when the van pulls up, the excitement at a workplace event, the messages of thanks from couples and companies who trust us year after year. We love being part of moments that matter: celebrations, milestones, staff appreciation days and community events.
We also take pride in doing things properly. We are constantly investing in our fleet, training, systems and menu development. This dedication has helped us become Top 3 Mobile Operators at the National Fish & Chip Awards, with multiple nominations at The Wedding Industry Awards, and a growing number of long-term clients who rely on us for quality, consistency and service.
At our core, we are a family-run business that cares deeply about what we do. We go above and beyond because our customers deserve the very best — whether we’re serving 50 people at a private party or 2,000 staff across multiple shifts at a corporate event.
We do what we do because we love it: the food, the vans, the people, the atmosphere, the challenge, the satisfaction of a job well done. And most of all, we love being part of events that bring people together and create moments they’ll remember.
Our Team
Behind The Hungry Plaice and Pink Desserts is a dedicated husband-and-wife team with a genuine passion for great food, great service and creating memorable experiences.
I’m Georgina, a CIMA-qualified accountant with a marketing background and years of experience working in finance, change management and the food manufacturing sector. I bring the organisation, planning, communication and attention to detail that ensures every event runs smoothly — whether we’re serving 50 people or 2,000. I’m always looking for ways to improve, innovate and give our clients an experience that feels personal and professional from start to finish.
My husband, Justin, handles the operational side of our business. With many years of hands-on experience in the food industry, warehousing and logistics, he is the backbone of our fleet — managing equipment, food safety, vehicle preparation and event execution. He ensures that everything is set up safely, efficiently and reliably so our team can serve at their best.
Together, we combine business expertise, industry knowledge and genuine enthusiasm for what we do. We’ve spent nearly a decade building a unique mobile catering fleet that reflects our values: quality, reliability, friendliness and good old-fashioned hard work.
We’re also supported by a small, trusted team of event staff who share our commitment to excellent service. Many of them have been with us for years and understand the standards we expect — from the way our vans are presented to how they interact with guests.
As a family-run business, we take pride in treating every event as if it were our own. We care about the details, we communicate clearly, and we always go the extra mile to make sure our customers — whether corporate clients, wedding couples or families — feel looked after.
This is more than a business to us; it’s something we’ve built with passion, dedication and a lot of love. And we’re incredibly proud to bring that to every event we cater for.or.
I’m Georgina, a CIMA-qualified accountant with a marketing background and years of experience working in finance, change management and the food manufacturing sector. I bring the organisation, planning, communication and attention to detail that ensures every event runs smoothly — whether we’re serving 50 people or 2,000. I’m always looking for ways to improve, innovate and give our clients an experience that feels personal and professional from start to finish.
My husband, Justin, handles the operational side of our business. With many years of hands-on experience in the food industry, warehousing and logistics, he is the backbone of our fleet — managing equipment, food safety, vehicle preparation and event execution. He ensures that everything is set up safely, efficiently and reliably so our team can serve at their best.
Together, we combine business expertise, industry knowledge and genuine enthusiasm for what we do. We’ve spent nearly a decade building a unique mobile catering fleet that reflects our values: quality, reliability, friendliness and good old-fashioned hard work.
We’re also supported by a small, trusted team of event staff who share our commitment to excellent service. Many of them have been with us for years and understand the standards we expect — from the way our vans are presented to how they interact with guests.
As a family-run business, we take pride in treating every event as if it were our own. We care about the details, we communicate clearly, and we always go the extra mile to make sure our customers — whether corporate clients, wedding couples or families — feel looked after.
This is more than a business to us; it’s something we’ve built with passion, dedication and a lot of love. And we’re incredibly proud to bring that to every event we cater for.or.
Experience
With nearly a decade of hands-on experience in mobile catering and event delivery, we’ve grown from a single retro van into a respected multi-van catering fleet trusted by thousands of customers and major UK organisations.
Over the years, we’ve served at hundreds of weddings, corporate events, workplace celebrations, festivals and private functions — building a reputation for reliability, quality and outstanding customer service.
⭐ Key Milestones
Launched our first retro MK2 Transit fish & chip van, fully restored and instantly loved by customers.
Expanded into a multi-van fleet, adding modern high-capacity units, a pizza unit, a hot food unit and our beautifully hand-painted luxury ice cream van.
Developed a diverse multi-menu offering, including fish & chips, stone-baked pizzas, jacket potatoes, paninis, burgers, hot dogs, pie & mash and premium desserts.
Partnered with repeat clients across logistics, manufacturing, retail and office sectors, providing multi-shift workplace catering.
Introduced multi-van corporate packages, enabling us to handle large events and serve hundreds (or thousands) quickly and efficiently.
Built a loyal customer base with outstanding reviews and many long-standing repeat clients.
⭐ Awards & Recognition
We are proud to have received national recognition for our food, service and professional standards:
Top 3 Mobile Operators Finalist – National Fish & Chip Awards A huge achievement in a highly competitive industry and a testament to the quality and consistency of our food.
Multiple nominations at The Wedding Industry Awards Recognised for excellence in wedding catering — a reflection of our reliability, client care and the memorable experience we bring to each wedding.
Continuously rated 5 stars across our review platforms, with customers praising our friendly staff, smooth service and delicious food.
⭐ Why This Matters to You
Our experience means you get a catering partner who understands both the creative and the operational side of events:
We know how to serve large crowds quickly.
We understand workplace environments and corporate expectations.
We know the pressure of wedding timelines and the need for flawless delivery.
We bring professional organisation, logistics expertise and clear communication to every booking.
And most importantly — we know how to make your event unforgettable.
Whether you’re hosting a wedding, corporate event or private celebration, our team brings the experience, reliability and award-winning quality you can trust.
Over the years, we’ve served at hundreds of weddings, corporate events, workplace celebrations, festivals and private functions — building a reputation for reliability, quality and outstanding customer service.
⭐ Key Milestones
Launched our first retro MK2 Transit fish & chip van, fully restored and instantly loved by customers.
Expanded into a multi-van fleet, adding modern high-capacity units, a pizza unit, a hot food unit and our beautifully hand-painted luxury ice cream van.
Developed a diverse multi-menu offering, including fish & chips, stone-baked pizzas, jacket potatoes, paninis, burgers, hot dogs, pie & mash and premium desserts.
Partnered with repeat clients across logistics, manufacturing, retail and office sectors, providing multi-shift workplace catering.
Introduced multi-van corporate packages, enabling us to handle large events and serve hundreds (or thousands) quickly and efficiently.
Built a loyal customer base with outstanding reviews and many long-standing repeat clients.
⭐ Awards & Recognition
We are proud to have received national recognition for our food, service and professional standards:
Top 3 Mobile Operators Finalist – National Fish & Chip Awards A huge achievement in a highly competitive industry and a testament to the quality and consistency of our food.
Multiple nominations at The Wedding Industry Awards Recognised for excellence in wedding catering — a reflection of our reliability, client care and the memorable experience we bring to each wedding.
Continuously rated 5 stars across our review platforms, with customers praising our friendly staff, smooth service and delicious food.
⭐ Why This Matters to You
Our experience means you get a catering partner who understands both the creative and the operational side of events:
We know how to serve large crowds quickly.
We understand workplace environments and corporate expectations.
We know the pressure of wedding timelines and the need for flawless delivery.
We bring professional organisation, logistics expertise and clear communication to every booking.
And most importantly — we know how to make your event unforgettable.
Whether you’re hosting a wedding, corporate event or private celebration, our team brings the experience, reliability and award-winning quality you can trust.
Typical Clients
We proudly serve a diverse mix of clients across the UK, combining professional corporate catering capability with the warmth and personality of a family-run business.
Our clients include:
Corporate Organisations
Companies across logistics, manufacturing, distribution, retail and office-based environments who need efficient, high-volume mobile catering for staff appreciation days, multi-shift workforce events, Christmas celebrations, safety weeks and large corporate gatherings. These clients value our reliability, capacity, award-winning food, and our ability to operate seamlessly in busy workplace environments with tight schedules.
Wedding Couples
Couples looking for something unique, memorable and beautifully presented for their wedding day or evening reception. Our retro MK2 Transit vans, modern units, dessert van and wide selection of menus offer a perfect combination of charm, style and practicality. Wedding clients choose us because we bring personality, exceptional food and a visually striking catering experience that guests love.
Private Event Organisers & Families
Whether it’s milestone birthdays, anniversaries, garden parties, community celebrations or family gatherings, our clients appreciate our friendly team, flexible menus, quick service and the excitement that our fleet brings to any event. We take care of everything so hosts can relax and enjoy their day.
Our clients include:
Corporate Organisations
Companies across logistics, manufacturing, distribution, retail and office-based environments who need efficient, high-volume mobile catering for staff appreciation days, multi-shift workforce events, Christmas celebrations, safety weeks and large corporate gatherings. These clients value our reliability, capacity, award-winning food, and our ability to operate seamlessly in busy workplace environments with tight schedules.
Wedding Couples
Couples looking for something unique, memorable and beautifully presented for their wedding day or evening reception. Our retro MK2 Transit vans, modern units, dessert van and wide selection of menus offer a perfect combination of charm, style and practicality. Wedding clients choose us because we bring personality, exceptional food and a visually striking catering experience that guests love.
Private Event Organisers & Families
Whether it’s milestone birthdays, anniversaries, garden parties, community celebrations or family gatherings, our clients appreciate our friendly team, flexible menus, quick service and the excitement that our fleet brings to any event. We take care of everything so hosts can relax and enjoy their day.
Credentials
⭐ OUR CREDENTIALS & PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS
We take pride in operating to the highest professional standards, supported by industry-recognised qualifications, memberships and award achievements that give our clients complete confidence in our service.
⭐ Professional Qualifications & Background
CIMA Qualified Accountant Bringing financial discipline, operational planning, strong organisation and professionalism to every event.
Marketing Degree Ensuring excellent communication, customer experience and brand consistency across all areas of the business.
Extensive experience in the food manufacturing industry, including food safety, production planning, logistics and quality assurance — all of which inform our highly structured and efficient approach to catering.
⭐ Catering & Industry Memberships
Proud Members of NCASS (Nationwide Caterers Association) This membership ensures we follow best practice in food safety, compliance, documentation, hygiene procedures and mobile catering standards. It also gives clients confidence that we are part of the UK’s leading professional catering body.
Fully trained in Level 2 & Level 3 Food Safety & Hygiene
Full access to NCASS documentation, checklists, legal updates and safety systems
Public Liability Insurance at corporate-ready levels
Full Risk Assessments and documentation for every booking
⭐ Awards & Industry Recognition
We are proud to have been recognised at both local and national level for our food quality and service:
Top 3 Mobile Operators Finalist – National Fish & Chip Awards One of the most prestigious awards in UK mobile catering.
Finalist – Lincolnshire Street Food & Farming Excellence Awards (Street Food/Takeaway of the Year 2023) Recognised among the very best in the region for quality, innovation and customer satisfaction.
Multiple nominations at The Wedding Industry Awards Celebrating our consistent excellence in the wedding catering sector.
These achievements highlight our commitment to quality, consistency and customer care across weddings, corporate events and private functions.
⭐ Business & Compliance Credentials
Registered food business with a 5-Star Food Hygiene Rating
VAT registered
Fully insured fleet and equipment
Regular equipment checks and updated safety protocols
Trained operators for mobile catering machinery, gas systems and hot food handling
Ongoing professional development through NCASS and food safety training
⭐ Why These Credentials Matter
Our professional standards ensure you receive:
Safe, compliant and reliable catering
A highly organised and structured service
Clear communication and professional event planning
Corporate-level documentation and risk management
Confidence that your guests are in experienced, award-winning hands
Whether you’re booking a wedding, workplace event or large celebration, our credentials guarantee you receive the very best in quality, safety and professionalism.
We take pride in operating to the highest professional standards, supported by industry-recognised qualifications, memberships and award achievements that give our clients complete confidence in our service.
⭐ Professional Qualifications & Background
CIMA Qualified Accountant Bringing financial discipline, operational planning, strong organisation and professionalism to every event.
Marketing Degree Ensuring excellent communication, customer experience and brand consistency across all areas of the business.
Extensive experience in the food manufacturing industry, including food safety, production planning, logistics and quality assurance — all of which inform our highly structured and efficient approach to catering.
⭐ Catering & Industry Memberships
Proud Members of NCASS (Nationwide Caterers Association) This membership ensures we follow best practice in food safety, compliance, documentation, hygiene procedures and mobile catering standards. It also gives clients confidence that we are part of the UK’s leading professional catering body.
Fully trained in Level 2 & Level 3 Food Safety & Hygiene
Full access to NCASS documentation, checklists, legal updates and safety systems
Public Liability Insurance at corporate-ready levels
Full Risk Assessments and documentation for every booking
⭐ Awards & Industry Recognition
We are proud to have been recognised at both local and national level for our food quality and service:
Top 3 Mobile Operators Finalist – National Fish & Chip Awards One of the most prestigious awards in UK mobile catering.
Finalist – Lincolnshire Street Food & Farming Excellence Awards (Street Food/Takeaway of the Year 2023) Recognised among the very best in the region for quality, innovation and customer satisfaction.
Multiple nominations at The Wedding Industry Awards Celebrating our consistent excellence in the wedding catering sector.
These achievements highlight our commitment to quality, consistency and customer care across weddings, corporate events and private functions.
⭐ Business & Compliance Credentials
Registered food business with a 5-Star Food Hygiene Rating
VAT registered
Fully insured fleet and equipment
Regular equipment checks and updated safety protocols
Trained operators for mobile catering machinery, gas systems and hot food handling
Ongoing professional development through NCASS and food safety training
⭐ Why These Credentials Matter
Our professional standards ensure you receive:
Safe, compliant and reliable catering
A highly organised and structured service
Clear communication and professional event planning
Corporate-level documentation and risk management
Confidence that your guests are in experienced, award-winning hands
Whether you’re booking a wedding, workplace event or large celebration, our credentials guarantee you receive the very best in quality, safety and professionalism.
Reviews
The Hungry Plaice
4.9
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Amazing service & food
Great communication, they made it really easy to organise dietary requirements and allergens with them. The service was great and most importantly the food was delicious!! So many of our guests said it was the best fish and chips they’ve had in ages.
Reviewed by: Phoebe D
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30th Aug 2025
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5 Star Review
Fantastic for All Events
An incredible service, covering service to over 200 people in a short period. Quality was outstanding and the team were very easy to work with
Reviewed by: Chris W
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22nd Jul 2025
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5 Star Review
Celebrating National Fish 'n' Chip Day
As a company, we at Avtron like to celebrate different days with food. 6th June is National Fish 'n' Chip Day, so we thought we would have a food vendor come onsite to provide Fish 'n' Chips! After some research, I went with The Hungry Plaice. I am so glad I did! The food was amazing, and they catered for the food allergies/dietary requirements we have, so that everyone was included. I am gluten sensitive, and I had the Gluten-free Sausages, and I had to say, they are the BEST GF Sausages I have ever had!. We will definitely use The Hungry Plaice again, and I definitely recommend them.
Reviewed by: Nikki C
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22nd Jul 2025
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5 Star Review
Amazing service, great communication
Everything went swimmingly, from booking to the the actual event day.
Reviewed by: Simun H
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2nd Dec 2024
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Everyone loved it, the fish and chips were great.
no generator, but would defiantly book again for our next event.
Reviewed by: Dawn S
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10th Sep 2024
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