Thames River Cruise Catering
Experience exceptional dining aboard Britain's most historic river cruise fleet. Our skilled chefs prepare fresh, seasonal menus using quality local ingredients, ensuring your Thames journey is as memorable for the cuisine as it is for the scenery.
Fork Buffets
Sophisticated dining experiences perfect for corporate events, celebrations, and special occasions. Our fork buffets combine restaurant-quality cuisine with the magic of Thames river cruising, featuring fresh seasonal ingredients and traditional British favourites alongside international classics.
Captain's Table
£32.00/pp +VATMain Selections:
- Dressed Poached Salmon with Dill Sauce
- Coronation Chicken with Fragrant Basmati Rice
- Honey Roast Ham
- Roasted Red Onion Tart
- Dressed New Potatoes
Fresh Salads & Sides:
- Caesar Salad
- Greek Salad & Feta Cheese Salad
- Homemade Coleslaw & Tomato Salad
- Crusty Baguette with Herbed Butter
Desserts:
- Chocolate Truffle Torte
- Eton Mess
- Lemon & Ginger Cheesecake
- All served with Fresh Double Cream
Cheese Course: English & Continental Cheese Selection with Grapes, Celery, Savoury Crackers, Chutneys & Curled Butter.
Admiral's Feast
£36.00/pp +VATWelcome:
- Selection of Meat, Fish and Vegetarian Canapés
Main Selections:
- Dressed Poached Salmon with Dill Mayonnaise Dressing
- Sliced Roast Beef with Creamy Chive Dressing on a Watercress Bed
- Prawns in Rose-Marie Sauce
- Eggs Topped with Mayonnaise
- Dressed New Potatoes
Fresh Salads & Sides:
- Tuscan Salad
- Homemade Coleslaw & Rice Salad
- Tomato Mozzarella & Basil Salad
- Caesar Salad
- Selection of Dinner Rolls with Salted Butter
Desserts:
- Homemade Chocolate Brownies
- New York Cheesecake
- Lemon Tart with Fresh Strawberries
- All served with Fresh Double Cream
Cheese Course: English & Continental Cheese Selection with Grapes, Celery, Savoury Crackers, Chutneys & Curled Butter.
Summer Fayre
£29.00/pp +VATMain Selections:
- Italian Chicken with Tomato & Herb Sauce, Mixed Peppers & Red Onion
- Honey Roast Ham Platter with Selection of Mustards
- Eggs with Mayonnaise Dressing
- Goats Cheese Tart
- Dressed New Potatoes
Fresh Salads & Sides:
- Tomato Mozzarella & Basil Salad
- Caesar Salad
- Freshly Made Coleslaw
- Greek Salad
Desserts:
- Chocolate Fudge Gateau
- Key Lime Pie with Ginger Crumb
- Zingy Lemon Tart
- All served with Fresh Double Cream
Finger Buffets
Ideal for networking events, casual celebrations, and social gatherings. Our finger buffets offer variety and convenience, allowing your guests to mingle freely whilst enjoying delicious bite-sized treats prepared fresh by our experienced galley team.
Mariners Party Buffet
£20.50/pp +VATSandwiches & Wraps:
- Selection of Meat, Fish & Vegetarian Cocktail Sandwiches
- Selection of Meat, Fish & Vegetarian Tortilla Wraps
Hot Bites & Skewers:
- Sticky Chicken Skewers
- Tiger Prawn Skewers Marinated in Thai Spices
- Beef in Red Wine Pastry Parcels
- Duck Spring Rolls with Hoi Sin Dipping Sauce
Savoury Bites:
- Mini Yorkshires filled with Rare Roast Beef & Horseradish Cream
- Selection of Mini Quiche
- Cocktail Vegetable Samosas
- Brie & Mango Filo Pastry Parcels
Sides:
- Handcooked Crisps
Sweet Treats:
- Mini Chocolate Eclairs
- Homemade Brownie Bites
Swan Buffet
£24.00/pp +VATSandwiches & Breads:
- Selection of Meat, Fish & Vegetarian Sandwiches on Thick Country Breads
- Open Cut Ciabatta Rolls with Delicious Meat, Fish & Vegetarian Toppings
Hot Bites & Skewers:
- Seasoned Crispy Chicken Strips with Sour Cream Dip
- King Prawn Skewers with Onion & Garlic Sauce
- Spiced Tempura Tiger Prawns
- Cocktail Chicken Skewers
Savoury Bites:
- Onion Bhajis with Spicy Mango Sauce
- Cocktail Vegetable Spring Rolls with Thai Sweet Chilli Dipping Sauce
- Spinach, Ricotta & Cherry Tomato Puff Slices
Sides & Dips:
- Fresh Vegetable Crudites & Tortilla Chips with Selection of Dips
Sweet Treats:
- Chocolate Brownie Squares
- Mini Chocolate Eclairs
- Mini Lemon Meringue Tarts
- Fresh Fruit Platter with Melon, Strawberries & Pineapple
- Marshmallows with Chocolate Dipping Sauce
Pirate Picnic
£17.00/pp +VATSandwiches & Savoury Slices:
- Selection of Meat, Fish & Vegetarian Cocktail Sandwiches
- Crisp Cumberland Sausage Rolls
- Slices of Cheese, Tomato & Rocket Pizza
- Caramelised Roasted Red Onion Quiche
Hot Bites:
- Seasoned Chicken Fajita Strips
- Cocktail Honey Coated Sausages with Selection of Mustard Dips
- Mini Pork Pies
Vegetarian Bites:
- Vegetable Spring Rolls with Sweet Chilli Sauce
- Spiced Potato Wedges with BBQ Dip
Sides & Dips:
- Cool Tortilla Chips with Salsa Dip
- Hand Cooked Sea Salt & Black Pepper Crisps
Hot Menus
Perfect for cooler weather cruising or when you want something more substantial. Our hot menus feature hearty British classics and international favourites, all prepared fresh in our onboard galley and served piping hot to ensure maximum comfort during your Thames river cruise.
Hot Summer Al Fresco
£27.50/pp +VATHot Mains:
- Hot Roast Pork
- Hot Roast Beef
- Marinated Five Spice Chicken Breast
- Griddled Herbed Halloumi
- Stuffing
Breads & Condiments:
- Selection of Gourmet & Brioche Rolls
- Apple Sauce, Mustard & Mayonnaise
Fresh Salads:
- Caesar Salad
- Coleslaw
- Tomato Mozzarella & Basil Salad
- Roasted Vegetable Couscous
Desserts:
- Fresh Strawberries & Cream
- Rich Warm Chocolate Brownies with Mixed Berry Compote & Fresh Double Cream
- Lemon Tart
Riverside Hot Buffet
£27.00/pp +VATHot Mains:
- Beef Cooked in Red Wine & Mushroom Sauce (GF)
- St David's Chicken in Leek, Bacon & Honey Sauce (GF)
- Homemade Roasted Vegetable Lasagne (V)
Hot Sides:
- Baby Carrots
- Green Beans
- Buttered New Potatoes
Desserts:
- Chocolate Fudge Cake
- Normandy Apple Tart
- Lemon Tart
- All served with Fresh Double Cream
Classic Hot Buffet
£22.50/pp +VATHot Mains:
- Beef & Guinness Stew
- Chicken Ham & Leek in White Wine Sauce
- Butternut Squash & Lentil Tagine
Hot Sides:
- Buttered New Potatoes
- Selection of Vegetables
Desserts:
- Selection of 2 Desserts
Chippy Supper
£11.25/pp +VATClassic Choices
- Choice of Cod, Chicken, Chicken Burger or Vegetable Burger & Chips (Please specify numbers when ordering)
Availability
Only available from Oxford, Abingdon, Henley & Marlow departures
Reduced Minimum Order
A reduced minimum order of 12 people applies to the Chippy Supper
Barbecue Menus
Perfect for summer celebrations and outdoor events. Our barbecue menus bring the best of British outdoor dining to the Thames, featuring premium meats grilled fresh onboard, complemented by seasonal salads and artisan accompaniments for the ultimate riverside dining experience.
The Gourmet Barbecue
£27.00/pp +VATGrilled Mains:
- ¼lb Beef Burgers in Brioche Buns with Cheddar Cheese
- Butchers Pork Sausages with Buns & Crispy Onions
- Chicken Thigh Fillets in Korean BBQ Sauce
- Plant Based Jalapeño Grill Burgers in Burger Buns
- Halloumi & Grilled Peppers with Soft Tortilla Wraps
Cold Selections:
- Oven Roasted Side of Salmon – Served Cold
Vegan Options:
- Vegan Burgers & Sausages in Burger Buns (Available on request – pre-order required)
Fresh Salads:
- Mixed Leaf Salad & Coleslaw
- Potato Salad
Sweet Treats:
- Selection of Sweet Bites & Freshly Sliced Fruit Platter
Dietary Note: Not suitable for Coeliacs
The Ultimate Barbecue
£34.00/pp +VATGrilled Mains:
- Sea Bass Fillets
- Chilli & Garlic King Prawns
- Minted Lamb Cutlets
- Minute Steak with Chimichurri
- Korean Chicken Fillets
- Halloumi & Grilled Peppers
Fresh Salads & Sides:
- Selection of 3 Salads
- Selection of Bread Rolls
Cheese Course:
- Cheese & Biscuits
Desserts:
- Selection of 2 Desserts
Dietary Note: Not suitable for Coeliacs
The Works Barbecue
£20.00/pp +VATGrilled Mains:
- ¼lb Beef Burgers in Brioche Buns with Cheddar Cheese
- Butchers Pork Sausages with Buns & Crispy Onions
Vegan Options:
- Vegan Burgers & Sausages in Burger Buns (Available on request – pre-order required)
Fresh Salads & Condiments:
- Mixed Leaf Salad
- Coleslaw
- Selection of Sauces
Dietary Note: Not suitable for Coeliacs
Bites & Delights
Perfect for afternoon cruises, intimate gatherings, and special occasions. Our carefully curated selection of artisan canapés, traditional British favourites, and continental delights provides the ideal accompaniment to your Thames river cruise experience.
Canapé Menu
Price on RequestSavoury Canapés:
- Goats Cheese & Carrot Cream on Cumin Cakes (V)
- Smoked Salmon & Citrus Cream on Sesame & Poppy Seed Shortbread
- Chicken Caesar Club
- Bresaola & Lemon Thyme Cream on Hazelnut Cakes
- Pea Hummus & Pumpkin Seeds on Spinach & Mint Cakes (V)
- Aubergine, Mozzarella & Tomato with Balsamic Jelly on Pepper & Olive Oil Cakes (V)
Sweet Canapés:
- Chocolate Brownie Bites (V)
- Cinnamon Rolls (V)
Serving Details: Average eight canapés per person. All served cold.
Ploughman's Lunch
£18.50/pp +VATCarved Meats:
- Hand Carved Gammon Joint
- Roast Turkey Crown
- Beef Brisket Pastrami
Artisan Cheeses:
- Mature Cheddar
- Danish Blue
Fresh Salads & Sides:
- Summer Vegetable Couscous
- Greek Salad
- Selection of Pickles
Antipasti Delight
£19.00/pp +VATCarved Meats
- Selection of Italian Meats
- Artisan Cheeses
- Selection of Fresh Breads
English Cream Tea
£8.25/pp +VATTraditional Afternoon Tea:
- Two Scones with Jam & Cream
- Cup of Tea or Coffee
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