Cut the mustard
Plympton, Plymouth, PL7 4JP
Member Overview
What is Cut The Mustard?
Cut The Mustard is a Devon-based open-fire and BBQ catering company specialising in unforgettable outdoor dining experiences, festival food, wedding feasts and private events. Led by experienced chef Andrew White, the business combines over 35 years of professional culinary expertise with a passion for live-fire cooking, local sourcing and West Country produce.
From intimate private dining events to large-scale festivals and corporate gatherings, Cut The Mustard brings theatre, flavour and hospitality together through food cooked over real fire.
What does Cut The Mustard offer?
Cut The Mustard provides bespoke catering services across Devon and the South West, creating menus tailored to each event and cooked using traditional open-fire and BBQ techniques.
Services include:
- Wedding catering
- Festival catering
- Corporate events and product launches
- Private chef experiences
- Pop-up dining events
- Bespoke live-fire feasts
- Small plate and sharing menus
- Open-fire cooking demonstrations
- Upcoming masterclasses and workshops
Using their impressive trailer-mounted field kitchen barbecue, the team creates memorable food experiences centred around seasonality, provenance and exceptional ingredients.
Dietary requirements can also be accommodated, including:
- Vegetarian menus
- Gluten-free catering
- Dairy-free options
- Nut-free menus
- Bespoke dietary requirements
Our Specialities
- Open-fire cooking
- BBQ catering
- Festival food
- Wedding feasts
- Live-fire dining experiences
- Field kitchen catering
- West Country produce
- Private chef events
- Corporate hospitality catering
- Seasonal menus
- Interactive food experiences
- Outdoor dining events
- Sustainable event catering
- Farm-to-fork cooking
Why Choose Cut The Mustard?
Cut The Mustard combines professional restaurant-quality cooking with the excitement and authenticity of live-fire food.
Founder Andrew White brings more than three decades of experience gained in:
- Five-star hotels
- Country house hotels
- Award-winning restaurants
- Head chef roles at leading South West venues including Boringdon Hall, Pier Master's House and The Oyster Shack
The business is built around a strong field-to-fork philosophy, working closely with:
- Local farmers
- Fishermen
- Artisan producers
- Independent suppliers
This commitment helps reduce food miles while showcasing the very best ingredients from Devon and the wider South West.
Cut The Mustard has also gained recognition through appearances at major food festivals and participation in the British Street Food Awards Southern Area Finals, where its sustainability ethos and outstanding flavours impressed judges.
Sustainability & Provenance
Cut The Mustard is committed to:
- Supporting local producers
- Seasonal menu design
- Minimising food miles
- Sustainable sourcing
- Whole-ingredient cooking
- Traditional fire-cooking techniques
- Educational workshops and skills sharing
Everything is designed to celebrate West Country produce in its purest form: cooked simply and honestly over flame.
Where Can You Find Cut The Mustard?
Cut The Mustard is based in Devon and operates throughout the South West, catering at festivals, weddings, corporate events, private venues and outdoor celebrations.
Because the business is event-led, there are no fixed public opening hours. The team works across a calendar of festivals, private functions, weddings and special events throughout the year.
Services Available Across
- Devon
- Cornwall
- Somerset
- Dorset
- Wider South West England
Contact
For bookings, event enquiries, wedding catering, corporate hospitality or private dining experiences, customers can contact Cut The Mustard directly through their website and social media channels.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cut The Mustard?
Cut The Mustard is a Devon-based open-fire and BBQ catering business led by chef Andrew White. Specialising in live-fire cooking and outdoor dining experiences, the company provides catering for weddings, festivals, private events, corporate functions and bespoke food experiences throughout the South West.
What is Cut The Mustard?
Cut The Mustard is a Devon-based open-fire and BBQ catering business led by chef Andrew White. Specialising in live-fire cooking and outdoor dining experiences, the company provides catering for weddings, festivals, private events, corporate functions and bespoke food experiences throughout the South West.
What type of catering do you provide?
We offer:
Wedding catering
Festival catering
Corporate events
Private chef experiences
Outdoor dining events
Pop-up food events
Celebration feasts
Product launches
Bespoke catering packages
Live-fire dining experiences
What is open-fire cooking?
Open-fire cooking uses wood, charcoal and live flames to cook food naturally, creating distinctive flavours, textures and aromas that cannot be replicated with conventional kitchen equipment. It also brings theatre and interaction to every event.
Do you use local Devon produce?
Yes. Supporting local farmers, fishermen and artisan producers is central to our philosophy. We source locally wherever possible to reduce food miles and showcase the incredible produce available throughout Devon and the wider South West.
What types of food do you cook?
Menus vary depending on the event and season but often include:
Slow-cooked meats
BBQ feasts
Fire-roasted vegetables
Seafood dishes
Sharing platters
Small plates
Seasonal specials
Vegetarian and vegan creations
Everything is tailored to suit the occasion.
Slow-cooked meats
BBQ feasts
Fire-roasted vegetables
Seafood dishes
Sharing platters
Small plates
Seasonal specials
Vegetarian and vegan creations
Everything is tailored to suit the occasion.
Can you cater for dietary requirements?
Absolutely. We can provide:
Vegetarian menus
Vegan options
Gluten-free catering
Dairy-free dishes
Nut-free menus
Bespoke dietary solutions
We work closely with clients to ensure all guests are catered for.
Vegetarian menus
Vegan options
Gluten-free catering
Dairy-free dishes
Nut-free menus
Bespoke dietary solutions
We work closely with clients to ensure all guests are catered for.
Do you offer private chef experiences?
Yes. We can create exclusive dining experiences for private gatherings, celebrations and special occasions, bringing restaurant-quality cooking directly to your chosen venue.
Do you run cooking classes?
Open-fire cooking masterclasses and workshops are planned as part of the growing Cut The Mustard offering, helping people learn more about fire cooking, seasonal produce and outdoor food preparation.
Are your menus seasonal?
Yes. Seasonality is at the heart of our approach. Menus evolve throughout the year to reflect the best ingredients available from local suppliers.
What is your philosophy?
Our philosophy is simple: cook over fire, support local producers, celebrate seasonal ingredients and create unforgettable food experiences that bring people together.