House of Vida TV and Film Catering
Not all set catering is created equal.
Our mobile kitchen is designed to feed entire productions at scale, while offering bespoke private chef lead meals for cast and VIPs – a level of flexibility most caterers simply cannot provide.
Movies are magic. The food should be too.
There is something quietly magical about food being cooked in front of you.
The sound of knives, the sizzle of heat, the smell of something coming to life.
You feel part of it before you ever take a bite.
When hot boxes arrive, that theatre disappears.
The food has travelled.
It has cooled.
Its character has softened.
There’s no interaction. No adjustment. No sense that it was made for you.
What was once alive becomes functional.
And functional is never special.
What We Do Differently
We cook with timing, care, and intention — not convenience.
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Food is finished close to service, not hours before
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Sauces are fresh, not broken or reheated to death
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Vegetables still have bite, colour, and life
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Proteins are rested and respected, not dried out under heat lamps
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Meals feel considered, not mass-produced
Hot boxes are designed for logistics.
We’re designed for people.
It Starts With the People
Great food doesn’t come from burnt-out chefs.
Our chefs love their work. They love food, they love people, and they care deeply about how what they cook makes someone feel. They’re not stuck producing the same dishes on repeat or cooking on autopilot to meet a system that doesn’t respect them.
They’re trusted to cook properly.
We select chefs for character as much as skill.
Technical ability matters — but so does kindness, curiosity, calm under pressure, and pride in doing things well.
Why That Changes Everything
When chefs feel respected, it shows on the plate.
Food is cooked with presence, not resentment.
With attention, not shortcuts.
With pride, not exhaustion.
Our chefs look forward to coming to work — and that energy carries through every meal we serve.
Because food made by people who care
feels different.
Our chefs are the stars of our production.
The food speaks for itself...
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Full menu options; fresh juices/smoothies, bespoke menus and delicious sides
Fresh. Nutritious. Delicious.
Menus designed to keep your crew feeling full of energy and not just full.
Premium packages and VIP cast catering. We can provide both crew and cast catering to make your production needs easy! Fully dietary aware and can serve even the fussiest of diners.
Sides and snacks. All made fresh, gluten-free and designed to suit all tastes. Everything is made by us and our snacks are guilt free!
Why choose us…?
Professionalism – chefs with proven film and event catering experience
Flexibility – menus tailored to every dietary requirement; vegan to keto
Freshness – everything prepared with premium, fresh ingredients
Reliability – on time, every time, no matter the scale
Impact – meals designed to fuel productivity, creativity, and enjoyment
Full catering packages
Breakfasts: energising starts with protein-rich plates, fresh fruits and nourishing options
Lunches & Dinners: bold mains like slow-cooked meats, seasonal veg, wholesome salads, and flavourful sides
Snacks & Drinks: from spiced nuts to vibrant juices, we keep crews fuelled all day (and night if necessary!)
Why not call us to discuss your location catering needs?All of menus are fully bespoke and designed to give your crew the energy they need or your cast the attention to detail they deserve!
Testimonials from Warner Bros and Pinewood Studios
“Sam is one of the most dedicated, hard working and creative chefs I have had the pleasure of working with in this industry. Compassionate about food and managed to serve nutritious and delicious meals on demand at short notice when needed during the day.
Sam is the type of person you can count on to keep a cool head in a stressful situation and always has a positive outlook and a big smile! No request is too much for Sam.”
Jo Tew – Production Manager
“I’ve never seen Dennis so happy with his food. He wanted me to message you and let you know how much he appreciates the effort you go to everyday and let you know he says this food has changed his life! It’s all so beautiful, so stunning. A huge and heart felt thank you!”
Dennis Gassner – Production Designer
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