Getting married is one of the most exciting and memorable milestones of your life, so why limit the fun to just one day? Couples everywhere are discovering the magic of extending their nuptial celebrations, and here at Hog Roast Ripon, we’ve been thrilled to help make those moments unforgettable.
Recently, we catered a fantastic pre-wedding welcome dinner for Dylan and Claire, a couple with a unique story and a heartfelt plan to unite their families before their big day. Having moved from Scotland to North Yorkshire, Dylan wanted to honour the Scottish tradition of a welcome dinner, feeling it was the perfect way to break the ice between families who had never met.
The night before their wedding, Dylan and Claire invited 50 guests to their wedding venue for a casual, joyful evening. Their goal? To create an atmosphere where everyone felt at home—and what better way to do that than with mouthwatering food? That’s where our Southern Slow Roast Menu came in, bringing irresistible flavours and a laid-back vibe to the table.
Hog Roast Ripon’s caterers pulled out all the stops, preparing a show-stopping spread that had everyone buzzing. The menu featured succulent BBQ pork butt, smoky Texan 24-hour beef brisket, Cajun-spiced whole roasted chickens, and BBQ-pulled jackfruit rolls for the plant-based crowd. To elevate the meal even further, we served a trio of sauces—smokey sweet BBQ, hickory bourbon BBQ, and a fiery Cajun hot pepper sauce for adventurous palates.
No feast is complete without stellar sides, so we added Memphis-style coleslaw, creamy mac and cheese, and a mix of sweet potato and classic fries. The result? A dining experience so good it had strangers swapping stories and laughs over second helpings.
Dylan and Claire’s welcome dinner set the tone for their wedding weekend—relaxed, connected, and filled with joy. By the time the big day arrived, their families felt like one big happy unit.
If you’re planning a wedding and want to savour the celebrations a little longer, why not add a pre-wedding dinner or post-wedding bash to the schedule? At Hog Roast Ripon, we’d love to help you create unforgettable memories. Whether it’s our Southern Slow Roast Menu or something else from our catering options, we’ll bring the flavour, warmth, and magic to your special moments.