Us
We specialise in interactive dining; sociable, sharing and innovative menus that are bang on-trend. Serving London and the south-east, delivering complete event planning, private and corporate catering services.
We pride ourselves on designing and delivering bespoke experiences for every occasion. Our combined skill set and networks enable us to provide exceptional events and high-end catering to suit any requirement.
Whether you want an intimate private dining menu catered by our top chef, or a high-volume tailored gathering - we can make it happen. Adopting a highly personal approach, we aim to bring your vision to life.
Chef Samantha
Creative and ambitious, Samantha has been fascinated by food for decades. Finding restaurants limiting, she rose through the ranks and progressed into private cheffing and never looked back. Delivering the highly bespoke requirements of her esteemed clients, Samantha has cooked all over Europe to a back catalogue of impressive private households. She has a "no barcode" ethos and strives to make everything from scratch.
A strong believer in personal growth, Samantha has gained a keen understanding of all dietary needs and can tweak her menus to suit the palates of her diners. Samantha's infectious enthusiasm, partnered with her devotion to produce exciting menus bursting with flavour, set her apart - you are safe in her hands.
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What we do
Events
An event is not just a party; it's an unforgettable experience that will be talked about for years to come. From a personalised menu that tantalises your taste buds to an ambience that reflects your style, every detail is meticulously planned and executed.
We do the hard work behind the scenes so you can just sit back and enjoy the event, knowing that everything is taken care of. Let us help you create an extrordinary event that is truly one of a kind.
Private Dining
Immerse yourself in the ultimate luxury with our private dining experiences. Enjoy impeccable service, exceptional cuisine and an unforgettable experience in the comfort of your own space.
We create a bespoke menu using only the freshest and highest quality ingredients, guaranteeing a culinary journey that caters to your unique tastes. Treat yourself to the epitome of opulence.
Corporate Catering
Big Life caters to all manner of corporate catering. Busy brunches, light lunches or company treats - we bring joy to the office! Samantha is skilled at "on the go" dishes following her experience on movie sets and catering to CEOs. Health focused, seasonally rich and utterly delicious.
Whether you want to simply reward your staff for great work, wow your clients or have catered business dinners - we make it happen seamlessly. Everyone knows, those who feel appreciated always go the extra mile. Maximise efficiency and morale, your employees will better use their time and feel truly nourished - be that boss!
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Big love for Big Life
Harrard & Bloom
"Sam is a superstar, her passion for food and knowledge of flavours combined with her friendly and vibrant energy make her a flawless individual to cater for any dynamic of guests. She has been an absolute pleasure to work with on every event we've had."
Francis Couldely
"Furkan & Sam have been absolutely incredible in making our bash go off with a bang! It's incredibly difficult to manage life and plan an event and Big Life made everything not only manageable but dare I say it - easy and elegant! I will definitely use Big Life again and highly recommend them."
Harry, HQ
"Big Life Events is like Ottelenghi with a beard, utterly superb."
Jessica Weston, Weston Recruitment
"Sam did a wonderful job for a client of mine in Ibiza and prepared beautiful vegan and holistic dishes with a creative flair that was second to none. The presentation was stunning and the client and the family were very happy. Sam excels in cooking in any location and seeks the best produce."