Case Study: Archies
The Brief
Archies delivered on a successful third year of catering at the Henley Royal Regatta, Riverside Enclosure.
The Henley Royal Regatta, a prestigious five-day rowing event in July, set the stage for Archies to deliver a premium catering experience.
Guests enjoyed a canapé reception followed by a bespoke three-course lunch highlighting seasonal ingredients.
Archies ensured seamless logistics, meticulous preparation and flawless event management, serving hundreds of guests daily with very high standards of taste, presentation and attentive service.
The Menu
Canapés to Start:
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- Wild mushroom arancini, truffle aioli
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- Sirloin of beef, bone marrow croute, tarragon mayonnaise, pickled red onion
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- Salmon ceviche taco, ponzu, whipped avocado, sriracha
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- Lemon & thyme ricotta, charred pepper salsa, tartlet shell, micro rocket
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To Follow:
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Starter,
Tomato tartare, serrano ham, whipped goats cheese, avocado puree, olive oil crostini, basil oil
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Main,
Braised beef short rib with salsa verde, garlic confit mash, courgette ribbons, edamame beans
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Dessert,
Opera layer cake with drunken strawberries, burnt butter oat crumble, strawberry coulis
The Client
Hear from the client... "Working with Archies for our hospitality at the Henley Royal Regatta was an absolute pleasure. From start to finish, their team demonstrated professionalism, creativity and attention to detail. The food was simply superb, showcasing seasonal ingredients with flavours that delighted all our guests. Their service was impeccable, seamlessly handling every aspect of the day. We received countless compliments from attendees, and we couldn't have been happier with the experience. Archies truly elevated our event, and we look forward to working with them again in 2025!" - Client
The Event
​Henley Royal Regatta runs across five days in July. It is one of the most prestigious rowing events in the world, drawing an international audience of sports enthusiasts and corporate clients.
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The primary goal was to provide a bespoke catering experience over the five days that reflected the sophistication and heritage of the event.
This involved crafting a menu that showcased seasonal ingredients, seamless coordination of service to match the event’s upscale ambiance, and ensuring exceptional guest satisfaction.