Business Details
38 Years
experience
Authentic Indian Catering Services in Halifax
Established in 1988, East West Catering began as a women's cooperative driven by a vision for independence and improved livelihoods. Our journey started at Ryburn Mills, where we provided fresh hot meals to factory workers, adapting traditional Punjabi recipes to the British climate. Over 25 years, we expanded our reach to hospitals across northern England, addressing cultural dietary needs through authentic cuisine. Our commitment to quality led us to secure competitive tenders, despite industry privatisation, and establish a purpose-built facility with professional kitchens and cold storage. We prioritise locally sourced ingredients, avoiding artificial additives, and maintain rigorous quality control through HACCP-certified processes.Our team undergoes continuous training to ensure hygiene standards remain exceptional. Today, we cater to diverse markets including Halal, vegetarian, and allergy-specific requirements, offering a spice scale for customised experiences. Our handmade approach, using no machinery for final assembly, preserves the authenticity of every dish. This dedication to tradition, quality, and community needs has sustained our growth from humble beginnings to a respected catering provider.
Services
Wholesale Catering
Buffet Catering
Manufacturing Services
Outdoor Catering
Takeaway Services
Details
- Year established: 1988
Highlights and features
- We have over 25 years of experience in authentic Indian catering
- Our ingredients are locally sourced where possible
- We operate under HACCP-certified food safety systems
- Our dishes contain no artificial colours or flavourings
- Our team undergoes continuous professional training
Associations and certifications
- HACCP
Services
Wholesale Catering
We supply authentic Indian cuisine to businesses and institutions across the UK. Our wholesale service caters to hospitals, chilled distributors, and corporate clients with customised menu options. Every dish uses fresh, locally sourced ingredients prepared through traditional methods.
Buffet Catering
Our buffet services provide diverse Indian dishes for weddings, corporate events, and private functions. We accommodate dietary requirements including Halal, vegetarian, and allergy-specific needs while maintaining traditional flavours and presentation standards.
Manufacturing Services
We produce ready-to-eat Indian meals using handmade preparation techniques in our purpose-built facility. Our manufacturing includes cold storage capabilities and strict quality control to ensure freshness and consistency across all products.
Outdoor Catering
Our outdoor catering brings authentic Indian cuisine to festivals, fairs, and open-air events. We operate from purpose-equipped vehicles and temporary setups while maintaining the same quality standards as our venue-based services.
People
Ghulam Sakina
Founder
Ghulam Sakina established East West Catering in 1988 as a women's cooperative. She bought out other shares to lead the business's expansion into hospitals and corporate catering, maintaining traditional cooking methods while modernising facilities.
Questions
What services does East West Catering offer?
We provide wholesale catering, buffet services, manufacturing, outdoor catering, and takeaway options using authentic Indian recipes.
Do you cater for special dietary requirements?
Yes, we offer Halal-certified (HMC), vegetarian, and allergy-specific meals with custom spice levels.
Are your ingredients locally sourced?
We prioritise Yorkshire-based suppliers for fresh produce while maintaining traditional Punjabi culinary authenticity.
How do you ensure food quality?
We use no artificial additives, maintain HACCP-certified processes, and conduct regular quality checks during preparation.
Can you cater large events?
Yes, our buffet and outdoor catering services accommodate weddings, corporate functions, and public events across the UK.
