Beautifully prepared cold buffets for 4–60 guests (no minimum guests number), handcrafted with fresh ingredients and a touch of French inspiration and French elegance. Perfect for birthdays, baby showers, hen do, family & friends gatherings, celebration of life and corporate events across Kent.
French-Inspired Buffet Catering for Small & Medium Occasions
✨ 10% off all buffet bookings confirmed before 30th of September ✨
Savoury & Sweet Buffet Catering
Personalised cold buffet, created around your event, your guests and your budget.
From intimate gatherings to larger celebrations, Afternoon Pause creates personalised buffet menus rather than fixed packages.
Your buffet, your way
Every Afternoon Pause buffet is created around your event. There are no fixed packages to choose from , simply tell me what you're celebrating, how many guests you're catering for.
You can choose from a mix of sandwiches, baguettes, salads, savoury bites, canapés, verrines, cakes and sweet treats, and I'll put together a menu that works for you.
Have a budget in mind? That's absolutely fine too. Tell me what you'd like to spend per person and I'll suggest the best combination of dishes for your guests.
A taste of what's possible …
Salad bowls:
Moroccan-inspired Taboulé
Classic French Rice Salad
Canapés:
Blini topped with smoked salmon, whipped crème fraiche, dill and lemon
Duck Porto mousse on brioche toast and caramelised onion chutney
Black olives tapenade crostini with roasted garlic tomato and parmesan crisp
Sandwich options:
Finger sandwich
Mini baguettes
Focaccia
Savoury sides:
BBQ pulled pork, coleslaw and cheddar slider
Thyme and caramelised onion sausage roll
Aubergine caviar and sun-dried tomato tartlets
Verrines:
Salmon and prawn tartare
Cucumber, tomatoes, avocado and mint
Desserts:
Madeleines
Carrot cake
Tiramisu
Additional options available. Contact us for the full menu and a personalised quote.
French Grazing Tables
A generous French-inspired sharing table, perfect for relaxed celebrations and larger gatherings. Choose our simple cheese & charcuterie table, or add two savoury options for a more substantial spread.
£17pp French Cheese & Charcuterie Table
French cheeses & charcuterie, French sourdough, baguettes, crackers, crudités, fruits, olives, cornichons and other condiments.
£20pp French Grazing Table
Everything included in the £17pp option, plus 2 savoury additions or sandwiches from our buffet menu.
Minimum 10 guests. Optional items from the buffet menu can also be added.
Vegetarian, pescatarian, gluten-free and vegan options can be catered for, just let us know your requirements when you enquire.
For smaller groups, our French Sharing Boards are available below from £50
French Sharing Boards
French Cheese Board — from £50
A generous selection of French cheeses including Comté, Camembert Le Rustique, Port Salut, Brillat-Savarin and Morbier, served with toasted pain de campagne (French sourdough), crackers, caramelised onion chutney, wild berry jam, grapes, fresh pear, walnuts and honey.
£50 | Serves 4–5
£100 | Serves 8–10
French Charcuterie Board — from £60
A selection of French charcuterie including Rosette, Saucisson, Jambon de Bayonne, French ham and Roast Chicken rillettes, served with toasted pain de campagne (French sourdough), crackers, salted butter, caramelised onion chutney, pickled onions, cornichons and olives.
£60 | Serves 4–5
£120 | Serves 8–10
🌱 Vegan: Vegan cheese and plant-based ham available on request.
🌾 Gluten-free: GF bread and crackers available on request.
Mix French Cheese & Charcuterie Sharing Board — from £55/£110
Can’t decide between cheese or charcuterie? Our Mix French Cheese & Charcuterie Sharing Board brings together a delicious selection of both!
Perfect for sharing and relaxed gatherings on their own, as an addition to your buffet package
FAQ
How many guests do you cater for?
We can cater for anything from 4 to 60 guests, with no minimum. Every buffet is personalised to your event, so we'll work with you to create a menu that suits your guest numbers, preferences, dietary requirements and budget.
Is buffet setup included?
Yes. We will arrange your buffet on arrival so it's ready for your guests to enjoy. Where reusable serving platters are provided, we'll arrange collection after your event.
Do you charge for delivery?
Delivery fees are calculated based on your event location and party size and will be included in your personalised quote if needed.
Afternoon Pause can now delivers across Kent, East Sussex, South London, Surrey and South Essex.
Looking for something specific? We'd love to help. Get in touch with us and create a buffet tailored to your event.