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On Hitched.co.uk since 2023
Last update: January 2026
Team
Lemon Zest Cuisine is a family-owned wedding catering company based near Oxfordshire. Founded by Natasha and Alastair in 2001, the company blends passion, culinary expertise, and meticulous attention to detail. With a focus on local, fresh ingredients and creative presentation, this dedicated team aims to elevate every celebration with unique culinary delights and impeccable service.
Cuisine
From canapes to carriages home, Lemon Zest's highly skilled team witll strive to create menus that get your guests talking for all the right reasons. Experienced chefs design seasonal menus that showcase the best artisan produce of the local area. Whether preparing a three-course wedding breakfast or a relaxed buffet-style feast, every dish bursts with vibrant flavours.
The team’s enthusiastic coordinators collaborate with clients to bring their vision to life, working tirelessly to exceed all expectations. Every detail is handled with passion and precision, turning each wedding into a truly unforgettable culinary journey that couples and their loved ones will cherish.
Venues
Highly recommended at a number of local venues, Lemon Zest travel to cater for weddings and events in Northamptonshire, Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire & Warwickshire (within 1 hour of head office).
Frequently asked questions
What event services do you provide?
Delivery
Set up
Clean up
What catering services do you provide?
Cake cutting
Dessert
Family style
Hors d'oeuvres
Plated
Server(s)
Tastings
What types of cuisine do you cater?
British
What dietary needs can you accommodate?
Gluten-free
Lactose-free
No pork
Nut-free
Vegan
Vegetarian
What bar services do you provide?
Outside alcohol ok
Which of the following items can you provide?
China
Glassware
Linens
What is the average catering price per person for plated service?
£60
What is the average catering price per person for buffet service?
£60
What is the average catering price per person for stations?
£60
What is the average catering price per person for hors d'oeurves?
£10
Which of the following are included in the cost of your full service wedding catering?
Delivery
Set up
Dessert
Tastings
Linens
Flatware
China
Clean up
Server(s)
What is the starting price per person for bar service?
£5
Which of the following are included in the starting price for bar service?
Bartender(s)
Do you have any questions?
Reviews for Lemon Zest Cuisine Ltd
Rhiannon Sent on 11/08/2025
5 out of 5 rating
Wedding Catering
We couldn’t be happier with the catering at our wedding — the food was absolutely fantastic and we had so many compliments from our guests! A special thank you to Emily for all her help with organising everything — she was incredibly helpful and made the whole process feel smooth and stress-free. The team put so much care and effort into every detail. Highly recommend!
Faye Sent on 15/07/2025
5 out of 5 rating
Mr & Mrs Sargeant
Lemon Zest went above and beyond for us on our wedding day, we had a taster session and on the day our meals were just as tasty if not more!
They were a suggested caterer from our venue and I’m so glad we chose them.
The staff could not do enough for us, all the meals came out on time and to the right person, would 100% recommend using Lemon Zest.
They were a suggested caterer from our venue and I’m so glad we chose them.
The staff could not do enough for us, all the meals came out on time and to the right person, would 100% recommend using Lemon Zest.
Dan G. Sent on 08/05/2024
5 out of 5 rating
Fantastic Lemon Zest!
Lemon Zest recently catered for our wedding and were an absolute pleasure to work with throughout.
The wonderful Emily helped us to plan our meal, recognising the challenges of various food intolerances and preferences.
In addition to the advertised menu, Emily shared some dishes that the chef had been creating which were delicious and so were incorporated into our final choices.
Communication throughout the planning process was first class and nothing seemed to be too much trouble.
The canapés provided by lemon zest were amazing and we were so grateful when Emily found us during our photo shoot to make sure we had the opportunity to enjoy them too.
The meal itself was devoured by our guests with so many of them commenting on the quality of the food. The waiting staff too were superb, serving food to all guests promptly and subtly enough to not break the flow of any conversations.
In the evening, Lemon Zest provided Fish Goujons and Chips with a veggie option of halloumi and chips. Even then, portions were set aside for our gluten free guests who the team hunted down to make sure they were fed!
I would wholeheartedly recommend Lemon Zest and would like to thank the team, with a special mention for Emily, for helping us to have the most perfect day.
Eden Sent on 20/11/2023
5 out of 5 rating
Amazing Team and Delicious Food!
From start to finish Lemon Zest were absolutely amazing! Before booking, we were very indecisive over what we wanted for the meal on our wedding day. Lemon Zest had so many different options to choose from, and spent a long time discussing all the different options with us before we booked. We were so grateful for all the information they shared, as it definitely helped us come to a decision! They were always quick to respond and very easy to talk to. We were so impressed after sampling their food, and couldn’t stop talking about how excited we were to try the food again on the day. And it did not disappoint! The food was delicious on the day, and there was more than enough to go around for all of the guests!! We opted for the BBQ sharing platter for our wedding breakfast, and we absolutely loved the relaxed atmosphere this gave. Lemon Zest also catered for the canapés and later for the evening food (the pizza was also delicious!). The team on the day of the wedding were brilliant, too, and constantly made sure everyone had what they needed. If you’re looking for a caterer who is expert at what they do then go for Lemon Zest!
Charlotte Sent on 14/11/2023
5 out of 5 rating
Charlotte Cherry-Smith
Excellent quality food and service, the team do a brilliant job. I knew Lemon Zest before our wedding and we chose them because we knew they would do a fantastic job. We could relax on our wedding day, knowing everything was under control.
Abbie Sent on 24/10/2023
5 out of 5 rating
If food is important, Lemon Zest is a great choice
For us, we love our food. We love good food, and we know that the majority of our guests were the same. And Lemon Zest did not disappoint.
Lemon Zest's menu was varied and had options to cater for so many different requirements, which was the first draw we had to them. The options weren't pretentious - they sounded like good, wholesome food. The team, when we met them at our venues open day were warm and friendly, and their samples left us wanting more...!
The booking process was easy, and we were able to confirm our food choices closer to our wedding date, which was good. Our tasting session was great, we didn't feel rushed or watched - we spoke through some details about our day but otheriwse we were able to enjoy some of the options we were considering. And the food was as it would be at the wedding - which gave us a great idea of what to expect.
On the day the team were great. Christine made sure we got some canapes - even if that meant trying to locate us as we were whisked off for photos! The food was so tasty - our guests were impressed and shared with us how great the food was - even some of the pickiest eaters said the food was tasty. The portions were just right, the food was hot and the service was great.
The communication from the team between enquiry through to post wedding was also great. We found the prices reasonable per person - even more so once we had tasted the food.
To the whole team, thank-you. We'd happily book again, and would recommend you to any other couples wishing to find a caterer for their event.
Lemon Zest's menu was varied and had options to cater for so many different requirements, which was the first draw we had to them. The options weren't pretentious - they sounded like good, wholesome food. The team, when we met them at our venues open day were warm and friendly, and their samples left us wanting more...!
The booking process was easy, and we were able to confirm our food choices closer to our wedding date, which was good. Our tasting session was great, we didn't feel rushed or watched - we spoke through some details about our day but otheriwse we were able to enjoy some of the options we were considering. And the food was as it would be at the wedding - which gave us a great idea of what to expect.
On the day the team were great. Christine made sure we got some canapes - even if that meant trying to locate us as we were whisked off for photos! The food was so tasty - our guests were impressed and shared with us how great the food was - even some of the pickiest eaters said the food was tasty. The portions were just right, the food was hot and the service was great.
The communication from the team between enquiry through to post wedding was also great. We found the prices reasonable per person - even more so once we had tasted the food.
To the whole team, thank-you. We'd happily book again, and would recommend you to any other couples wishing to find a caterer for their event.
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Meet the team
Natasha, Christine, Emily
Event Managers
We are Lemon Zest!
From left to right:
Emily - Event Manger, part of the team for 7 years. Usually found with a pen in her hair and a diet coke in hand!
Natasha - Managing Director - founder, fountain of knowledge, and guru
Christine - Event Coordinator, part of the team for 4 years. Always up for a cuppa and a chat!
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