Business Details
37 Years
experience
Your Trusted Catering Partner in Aylesbury
Established in 1989 by brothers Nigel and Roger Lyons, Cuisine Excellence has built a reputation as a trusted catering partner in Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire. Our expertise spans weddings, corporate events, funerals, and private parties, with menus ranging from formal dining to casual BBQs. We prioritise locally sourced ingredients, prepared in our purpose-built kitchens and delivered in refrigerated vehicles to ensure freshness. Our commitment to quality is reflected in the highest awards from the local environmental health department. With decades of experience, we combine culinary skill and logistical precision to deliver seamless catering solutions tailored to each client's vision.Our team understands the importance of memorable events, ensuring every detail from menu design to service execution meets exacting standards. Regularly working with high-profile clients, including the Duke of Gloucester and Saracens Rugby Team, we maintain a balance between sophistication and approachability in our offerings. Our dedication to transparency and client collaboration has fostered long-term relationships across both personal and corporate sectors.
Services
Wedding Catering
Corporate Events
BBQ Menus
Finger Buffets
Funeral Catering
Details
- Year established: 1989
Highlights and features
- Established in 1989 with proven event catering expertise
- Locally sourced ingredients for fresher, more sustainable menus
- Purpose-built kitchens meeting highest hygiene standards
- Refrigerated delivery vehicles ensure food safety and quality
- Recognised by environmental health department for excellence
What people say
Wonderful food
Ran smoothly
Highest awards
Fresh quality food
Many guests commented
Services
Wedding Catering
We create tailored wedding menus combining traditional and contemporary dishes. Our team handles logistics from intimate gatherings to large receptions, ensuring food presentation and timing align with your celebration's vision. With experience serving high-profile weddings, we prioritise fresh, locally sourced ingredients prepared in our award-winning kitchens.
Corporate Events
From executive luncheons to annual dinners, we provide sophisticated catering solutions for corporate functions. Our menus accommodate diverse dietary needs while maintaining presentation standards suitable for professional environments. Refrigerated delivery ensures food quality reaches your venue at peak condition, supported by our 35+ years of event expertise.
BBQ Menus
Our BBQ catering features flame-grilled meats, fresh salads, and seasonal accompaniments. Menus include lamb chops, salmon steaks, and vegetable kebabs, served with house-made dressings. Ideal for garden parties or casual corporate events, this service combines quality ingredients with relaxed dining experiences across Buckinghamshire.
Finger Buffets
We offer elegant finger buffet options featuring miniature sandwiches, quiches, and canaps. This service suits receptions, meetings, or informal gatherings where guests require mobility. Ingredients are carefully selected for freshness, with presentation designed to impress while maintaining practicality for self-service formats.
Funeral Catering
Our sensitive funeral catering includes hot and cold buffet options that accommodate mourning gatherings' practical needs. We provide comforting dishes ranging from traditional roasts to lighter fare, delivered with discretion and respect. Our experience serving this sector ensures appropriate portioning and presentation for solemn occasions.
People
Nigel Lyons
Co-Owner
Co-founder with over 35 years' experience in event catering. Oversees daily operations and client relations, ensuring service standards align with the company's founding principles of quality and reliability established in 1989.
Roger Lyons
Co-Owner
Joint managing director alongside his brother Nigel. Focuses on kitchen operations and menu development, leveraging extensive culinary expertise to maintain the company's reputation for exceptional food quality since its 1989 inception.
Questions
What types of events do you cater for?
We cater weddings, corporate events, funerals, private parties, and special occasions including BBQs, finger buffets, and formal dinners across Buckinghamshire.
Do you use locally sourced ingredients?
Yes, we prioritise local suppliers where possible to ensure freshness and support regional producers, maintaining quality standards in all our menus.
How do you ensure food quality during delivery?
Our refrigerated vehicles maintain optimal temperatures, and we follow strict hygiene protocols to guarantee food safety and presentation integrity upon arrival.
Can you accommodate dietary requirements?
Yes, we offer vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and allergy-friendly options with advance notice to ensure all guests' needs are met appropriately.
What areas do you serve?
We primarily serve Aylesbury and surrounding Buckinghamshire areas, with experience handling events at various locations across the region.
How far in advance should I book?
We recommend booking at least 3-6 months ahead for weddings and large events, though we can accommodate shorter notice requests where possible.
