Quick answer
Halal Lebanese wedding catering in London usually runs £45–£80 per guest depending on service style — buffet at the lower end, live stations and whole roast lamb at the top. Every Awafi menu is 100% halal as standard, with vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free options built in, so all your guests are looked after from a single order. Book 6–12 months ahead for peak summer Saturdays.
A Lebanese wedding is a feast for every sense — the aroma of charcoal, tables cascading with colour, and food that keeps guests talking for years. For more than two decades we have catered halal weddings across London, from intimate 60-guest receptions to 400-guest celebrations at the capital’s grand venues. This complete guide covers costs, service styles, timelines and the questions couples ask us most, so you can plan with confidence.
Why Lebanese food is perfect for weddings
Mezze is made for sharing, which is exactly what a wedding is about. Cold and hot small plates — hummus, moutabal, muhammara, fatayer, sambousek — greet guests as they arrive and break the ice instantly. It is also one of the most inclusive cuisines: halal by default, with vegan, vegetarian and gluten-free guests all naturally catered for. That means one beautiful menu works for your entire guest list, whatever their diet — something we explore in our guide to inclusive Lebanese catering.
Choosing your wedding service style
The service style you choose shapes both the atmosphere and the budget. Here is how the main options compare.
| Style | Guide price / guest | The feel |
|---|---|---|
| Mezze buffet | £45–£55 | Abundant, relaxed, great for large lists |
| Premium buffet + dessert | £55–£65 | Wider choice, sweet finish |
| Live stations | £60–£75 | Theatre — shawarma, BBQ, falafel to order |
| Whole roast lamb (ouzi) | £70–£80+ | Showpiece centrepiece moment |
Many couples combine two — a mezze reception on arrival, then a whole roast lamb for the wedding breakfast. Our guide to live shawarma, BBQ and roast lamb stations covers the showpiece options in detail.
How far ahead should you book?
For peak Saturdays between May and September, book 6–12 months ahead; popular dates go early. We always recommend a free tasting so you can plan the menu with confidence and lock in your date. If your venue keeps an approved-supplier list, check ours — we already cater at many London venues, listed on our approved venues page.
A sample wedding menu
A typical Awafi wedding spread might open with a cold mezze selection (hummus, moutabal, tabbouleh, fattoush, vine leaves) and warm pastries, move to grilled mains — chicken tawook, lamb kofta, kofta arayes — alongside a whole roast lamb over spiced rice, and finish with baklava and fresh fruit. Everything is tailored to your taste, budget and guest count; browse ideas on the catering menu or see past events in our gallery.
Staffing, cutlery and the details
Waiting staff, chefs, carvers, cutlery, crockery and linen can all be added to your package. For a formal seated reception we would typically recommend full service; for a relaxed celebration, a staffed buffet keeps things flowing while guests mingle. We will talk through exactly what your venue and guest count need when we quote.
Your wedding catering timeline
Planning is easier when you know the rhythm. 9–12 months out: shortlist caterers, check your venue’s approved-supplier list, and secure your date. 6 months: attend a tasting and agree the menu shape and service style. 3 months: confirm final dishes, dietary requirements and staffing. 4–6 weeks: lock in guest numbers and timings. The week before: final headcount and a run-through of the day’s schedule with your caterer and venue. Getting these milestones in early takes the stress out of the run-up and means the food is one thing you never have to worry about.
Desserts and the sweet table
No Lebanese wedding is complete without something sweet. A dessert or “sweet table” of baklava, maamoul, kunafa and fresh fruit gives guests a beautiful finish and doubles as a photo moment. It also caters naturally to a range of diets, and pairs perfectly with Arabic coffee and tea as the evening unfolds.
Frequently asked questions
Yes — every dish we cater is 100% halal, sourced from trusted halal suppliers, with no need to ask.
As a guide, £45–£55 per guest for a mezze buffet, rising to £70–£80+ for live stations or a whole roast lamb, before staffing and delivery.
Absolutely. Lebanese sharing food scales beautifully, and we regularly cater large weddings with buffets and live stations.
Six to twelve months for peak summer Saturdays; we recommend a free tasting to finalise the menu and secure your date.
Yes — waiting staff, chefs, carvers, cutlery, crockery and linen can all be added to your package on request.
Getting married? Book a free tasting and let us craft your wedding menu.