This entry was posted on April 4, 2025.
From the 23rd-30th April, it’s Great British Beef Week, an annual campaign that celebrates beef and its delicious flavour as well as its sustainable and ethical farming throughout the nation. This kind of event gives catering businesses the perfect opportunity to gather groups of friends and families together and show their support for British farmers by cooking up tantalising BBQ beef dishes on the grill.
But before you rush in and start cooking, we believe you should make sure that you have everything covered beforehand, from a well-thought-out menu using good-quality produce to a selection of delicious sides that truly honour the heritage of the country. Here, you’ll find a handy guide that’ll help your catering business celebrate Great British Beef Week 2025 the right way!
Choose High-Quality British Beef for Your BBQ Dishes
Tasty, barbecued beef dishes start with great-quality meat. Ensure that you’re grilling 100% British beef that’s sourced from a local butcher, farm shop, or Red Tractor-certified supplier. There are many reasons why you should do this, with the first one being that your business will be supporting the UK farming industry. You’ll also be buying grass-fed, locally reared beef that has better marbling and a deeper flavour than other options, which means that you can create dishes that truly stand out among the rest.
Plan a Beef-Centred Menu to Mark the Occasion
To truly honour this event, you should plan a menu that includes the essential barbecued beef dishes that are just too good to be left out. By including the staples, your menu will be full of delicious meals that will appeal to a very large audience.
Must-Have Grilled Beef Dishes:
There’s nothing quite like a perfectly grilled steak, whether it’s ribeye, sirloin, rump, or fillet. Each cut has a unique flavour profile, with some being more buttery and rich, whilst others even have a slight hint of sweetness. No matter what steak you choose to serve, simply season with salt, pepper, and garlic powder and let the natural flavours do the rest.
Give your customers the opportunity to tuck into a classic burger made with premium British beef mince. There are so many toppings to choose from, such as caramelised onions and a number of different cheeses. There’s no straight answer for the bun either, as you could opt for a soft, sweet, and buttery brioche bun or a sourdough one for extra crunch. The combinations are essentially endless, allowing you to serve up your own signature creations!
Another BBQ staple: slow-cooked beef ribs, basted in a sweet and smoky barbecue sauce, then charred on the grill to get that indulgent sticky glaze that customers will find great difficulty in resisting. Serve a large portion of plate/back ribs or go for platters of short ribs that are great for sharing. The choice is yours!
Beef is also a good choice for a starter or some light bites! Marinate cubes of sirloin or rump steak in garlic, rosemary, and Worcestershire sauce and then put them on skewers with numerous colourful vegetables for kebabs that are bursting with flavour.
Pair Your Beef Dishes with Classic British Sides
Go all in with the British theme with some classic UK sides to truly pay tribute to our nation’s cuisine:
- Roast potatoes: crispy on the outside, fluffy on the inside. Cook them in beef dripping for extra flavour.
- Chunky chips: Who can say no to chunky chips? They’ll go great with burgers, steak, or ribs.
- Yorkshire puddings: Yorkshire puddings are another classic British side dish that will always pair well with beef. You could even consider using them in place of wraps and buns!
- English mustard: sharp and slightly fiery, this condiment can add an extra punch to your food.
- Grilled corn on the cob: offer corn on the cob for a side that has a bit of sweetness.
- Floury barm cakes: make sure you have some extra barm cakes on hand so that guests can soak up juices!
Make Sure You Have Reliable BBQ Equipment
Your catering event will run a lot more smoothly with efficient and reliable grills, and as a UK manufacturer of commercial barbecues, we’re here to help with that! You can browse our local search for barbecue rental service to find the nearest outlets in your area, giving you a quick and convenient solution to catering for large groups of people.
Host Your Great British BBQ Event
With the beef sourced, the menu planned, and the right equipment on hand, it’s now time to host your event and get the customers rolling in. Share the date of your celebration on social media to build up hype and urge people to get involved and tuck into your selection of BBQ beef delicacies.
Final Thoughts
When celebrating Great British Beef Week, you’ll be appreciating locally sourced, high-quality beef and gracing the mouths of guests with juicy steaks, burgers, and ribs. Farmers will be thankful for your support. Your customers will be thankful for your grilled beef dishes, and you’ll be thankful for hosting an event that others will remember. Everybody wins!
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