Frequently Asked Questions
Arrow Valley Hog Roast Frequently Asked Questions for you
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We’re always happy to have a chat and answer frequently asked questions. Scroll down and you should find what you’re looking for. If we have missed anything that you want to know then please email us, or call us on 07955 190 052 Here are some of our frequently asked questions:
Q: Difference between Hog Roast and Spit Roast?
A hog roasted pig is cooked in a tray in our roasting oven.
A spit roasted pig is cooked on a spit in a roasting oven. The choice between the two methods usually comes down to the number of guests as the Hog Roast method can cater for larger numbers of guests.
Q: Why don’t you use a spit machine?
Spit roasters can only cook small pigs (no chance of seconds then!), and sometimes burns the outside of the pig leaving a raw inside. Many customers agree that the meat tastes much better our way.
Q: Do you just hire out the hog roast machines?
Yes. We can arrange for a hog roast machine to be delivered direct to your home complete with gas bottle and everything else you need to get roasting away.
Q: Do you use British reared pork?
Yes we do. The pork tastes the way pork used to taste! We use locally sourced British pork (50 km radius) from farms where pigs are free range/bred and reared in natural outdoor environments – the quality and purity of their lifestyle is reflected in the end product.
Q: How long does the meat take to cook?
This depends on the size of the pig however the average is between 8 to 9 hours for larger parties. Cooking for smaller groups takes around 5 to 6 hours.
Q: Can you cook indoors?
The food is always cooked outside in our state of the art roaster. We cook in all weathers, come rain or shine but we can then bring it inside to serve your guests. We can have a chat about it with you in more detail for your event.
Q: How many can you feed?
This does depend on the size of the hog. Large pigs can feed between 150 and 200 people, for even larger parties/groups we would use more machines and cook more pigs. Supply us with the number of guests you need catering for and we’ll give you our recommendations.
Q: How long do you serve for?
Normally it’s about 90 minutes – 2 hours for large parties and about one hour for smaller garden parties. This will give everyone chance to come back for seconds! Any pork, salads and sides that are left, will be left on platters, along with any remaining bread rolls.
Q: What about vegetarians and vegans?
Not a problem at all, we can cook some vegetarian/vegan alternatives – just ask us the sort of thing you like and we’ll find a solution. However, Andy’s homemade vegetarian burgers are delicious and can compete with the meaty equivalent. we can also provide homemade sides and salads.
Q: Can you travel to us from Redditch?
The all inclusive prices are based on a 20 mile travelling distance…but we like to get out and about. There would be a small surcharge for the extra mileage – £1 per mile. Travel and wandering all over the country is a perk for us. It’s nice to see new places and meet new folks. The location isn’t an issue.
Q: How much room do you need?
We need some space but not a great deal. A 3m x 3m flat site to put up our gazebo (less space if the gazebo is not needed) and fold out the serving tables (x 2) would be ideal. We don’t need an electric supply to the cooking area. The nights start to draw in at the start of September, that’s when we get our rechargeable LED floodlights out.
Q: What’s the price?
We cater for smaller gatherings in customers gardens to larger parties for weddings. Every event is different but hog roast prices vary depending on how many you are looking to cater for. See our all inclusive hog roast prices. We’re happy to tailor make a menu to suit your requirements and budget. Visit our terms & conditions page to learn about payment and deposits
Q: Can I give you a deposit?
Yes please. Arrow Valley Hog Roast require a deposit of 30%. Once this is paid then the date is secured for you. Full balance is not due until 2 weeks prior to the event date.
Q: Are you qualified and insured?
The answer is yes to both guys. All of our staff have the relevant Health & Hygiene certificates. We’re registered with our local council. We have employee and public liability insurance for your peace of mind.
Arrow Valley Hog Roast has achieved the top rating of ‘5’ on the Food Hygiene Rating Scheme, which means that our hog roast business was found to have ‘very good’ hygiene standards, including a comprehensive food safety risk assessment.
Q: What size access for the roaster?
We don’t need a lot of space to get through. A gap of 840mm ( 33″) should due the trick. If they are steps to negotiate up or down don’t worry we’re used to moving the hog roast machine.”
Q: Any terms & conditions to look at?
Sure is. There’s no hidden extras. The price you’re given will include everything on the detailed quote. However, please make sure to check out our terms & conditions page for things like payment details, deposits, safety rules etc etc
Hope these frequently asked questions have been helpful. If not, please don’t hesitate to call today on 07955 190 052 or email [email protected]