How much does a hog roast cost?
What shapes the cost of hog roast catering — guest numbers, menu, service style, travel and venue access — and what to include for an accurate quote.
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Planning Guides
Straightforward advice on planning event catering — what things cost, how much food you need, what to serve and how to organise the practical side.
How many people can a hog roast feed?
Why the honest answer depends on pig size, portion style, the time of day and what else is on the menu, and how caterers plan quantities from your headcount.
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Hog roast vs BBQ: which should you choose?
A straight comparison of hog roast and BBQ catering: theatre, variety, dietary cover, speed of service, weather and venue needs, and when it's worth having both.
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Planning a hog roast for your wedding
Planning a wedding hog roast: main meal or evening food, timings, service styles, venue rules, dietary planning and the questions to ask your caterer.
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How to plan a corporate BBQ
How to plan a staff BBQ or corporate hog roast: timeline, headcounts, service windows, dietary registration, facilities liaison and a weather plan.
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What to serve with a hog roast
Building a hog roast menu around the pork: classic sauces, breads and stuffing, crackling, salads, potatoes, vegetarian options, drinks ideas and desserts.
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Hog roast side dishes: a closer look
A closer look at hog roast sides: coleslaw, potato salad, leaves, tomato salad, pasta salad, fries, sweet potato fries, new potatoes and corn, plus seasonal picks.
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Pork vs lamb: choosing your roast
Comparing pork and lamb for a spit roast: flavour, texture, who each suits, dietary and cultural considerations, serving styles and when to serve both.
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The outdoor catering checklist
A practical outdoor catering checklist: access, ground, power, water, shelter, lighting, waste, parking, weather, neighbours and permissions.
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Christmas party catering ideas
Festive food ideas for office and private Christmas parties: roast turkey, hog roast rolls, pigs in blankets, outdoor hot food and veggie options.
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Ready to go the whole hog?
Tell us where, when and how many hungry people you're feeding, and we'll come back with menu ideas and a clear, no-obligation quote.