Nestled in the heart of the Conwy Valley and set amidst acres of breath taking countryside encapsulated by the iconic Snowdonia National Park rests Hafod Farm; a 500-year-old plot still dotted with its original 18th Century buildings, including barns, a granary block, and stables. While the venue has since been renovated and brought into the 21st century, this historical fixture in the Welsh countryside still boasts much of its original charm, making it the ideal spot for locals to get hitched. And, on the last Saturday of September, Hog Roast Llanrwst spent the afternoon helping one couple do just that…
The bride and groom, Mr and Mrs Scrase, had searched high and low before they found the perfect venue for their rustic wedding, and Hafod Farm checked all their boxes. Remote, beautiful and large enough to comfortably host all 100 guests, the place was ideal for their ceremony and the following reception. What they needed from us was a feast to match their chosen theme, and, not one to ever disappoint, our catering manager, Joe, pulled through with the perfect menu plan: a high-end cold buffet followed by our Southern Slow Roast Menu.
With so much to prepare, Hog Roast Llanrwst started working on the spread late that morning so that by 2:30pm, the solid oak dining tables were covered in gorgeously arranged platters of freshly made ham, smoked salmon, roast chicken and cheese and pickle sandwiches. Accompanying the butties, the team laid out salad options, scotch eggs, veggie quiche, cold meats and a selection of cheeses and fruits, too.
Later that evening, everyone tucked into a piping hot spread that consisted of BBQ pork butt, Texan 24 hour beef brisket, and Cajun-spiced whole roast chicken with Memphis style crunchy coleslaw, mac and cheese, mixed sweet potato and regular fries, Greek salad and a veggie alternative of grilled vegetable and halloumi kebabs. Both serves went down a storm with the guests, and the happy couple were especially impressed with the team’s attention to detail.
We feel so privileged that Mr and Mrs Scrase trusted us to handle their catering on this occasion, and we’re glad that Hog Roast Llanrwst was able to succeed once again in making a couple’s wedding day all the more magical. We wish the pair all the best for married life!