The Gathering Blog

Gathering means to bring together and assemble things from various places and sources. A gathering describes group of people who come together, often for a specific and shared purpose. Gathering, as in foraging, is the act of finding, identifying, and collecting resources in the wild. In sewing, gathering is a technique that draws up fabric to produce soft folds that create volume and initiate movement. So gather round, as we share our gathering with you.

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Dissect a Dish: Provençale Vegetables, Courgette & Basil Purée, Smoked Tomato Velouté, Panisse, Smoked Almond & Golden Raisin

We take a closer look at one of the dishes on Social Pantry’s menu and explore what makes it seasonal, sustainable, delicious – and how to recreate it at home

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Dissect a Dish: Provençale Vegetables, Courgette & Basil Purée, Smoked Tomato Velouté, Panisse, Smoked Almond & Golden Raisin
Venue Spotlight: Design Centre Chelsea Harbour

Venue Spotlight: Design Centre Chelsea Harbour

Quickfire questions wirh Site Managers Sophie Bradnick and Tilly Cole at the Design Centre Chelsea Harbour
Supplier spotlight: Paul Rhodes Bakery

Supplier spotlight: Paul Rhodes Bakery

The Workplace team visits long-standing supplier Paul Rhodes Bakery to learn more about the craftsmanship, care and round-the-clock operation behind the products we use across our workplace menus
What I’ve Learnt Since Receiving a King’s Award for Enterprise

What I’ve Learnt Since Receiving a King’s Award for Enterprise

One year after receiving a King’s Award for Enterprise, Alex Head reflects on how the recognition helped expand Social Pantry’s mission to support prison leavers into employment.
Five reasons to book your event with Tower Bridge

Five reasons to book your event with Tower Bridge

From bringing along your four-legged friend to making your event completely bespoke.

Three impressive venues near Excel London for client dinners, drinks, or after parties

Three impressive venues near Excel London for client dinners, drinks, or after parties

Explore 3 top venues near Excel London for client dinners, drinks, and after parties, with great access and standout catering options.
Our spring style: vintage romance

Our spring style: vintage romance

Our Creative Styling Manager on bringing some vintage romance to your tablescape
Venue Spotlight: HERE at Outernet

Venue Spotlight: HERE at Outernet

Quickfire questions with Jordan, Event Manager at HERE at Outernet
What I’m loving this April

What I’m loving this April

Worth a sip  Mirabeau Rosé is firmly in rotation right now – light, crisp and made for those first properly warm spring evenings. It’s pale, refreshing and such easy drinking – a bottle you open without overthinking and realise it pairs with most things you want to eat now the sun’s made an appearance. Makes you feel

Give to Gain: Social Pantry Celebrates International Women’s Day 2026

Give to Gain: Social Pantry Celebrates International Women’s Day 2026

This International Women’s Day, Social Pantry welcomed a community of inspiring women to its second annual celebration of female-led businesses, hosted at our exclusive venue, London’s iconic Mansion House
Venue Spotlight: Amber Lakes

Venue Spotlight: Amber Lakes

Quickfire questions with Sarah, Event Manager at Amber Lakes
Dissect a Dish: Dry-aged Sirloin Steak, Blackened Beetroot Glaze, Smoked Potato Purée, Summer Brassica, Watercress & Parsley Purée, Lovage, Jus

Dissect a Dish: Dry-aged Sirloin Steak, Blackened Beetroot Glaze, Smoked Potato Purée, Summer Brassica, Watercress & Parsley Purée, Lovage, Jus

Welcome back to Dissect a Dish, where we take a closer look at one of the dishes on Social Pantry’s menu and explore what makes it seasonal, sustainable, delicious – and absolutely worth recreating in your own kitchen
The Social Side of Food: fuelling teams with nourishing meals

The Social Side of Food: fuelling teams with nourishing meals

Welcome back to The Social Side of Food, a monthly series exploring how workplace catering does more than just feed teams. This time, we focus on the importance of properly filling, nutritious meals in the workplace and how it helps employees stay energised and focused
Supplier Spotlight: Belazu

Supplier Spotlight: Belazu

Team Social Pantry pays a visit to fellow B Corp Belazu to learn more about the people, partnerships and sustainable thinking behind the ingredients we use in our kitchens
What we’re enjoying

What we’re enjoying

Social Pantry Founder Alex Head rounds up her favourite finds this season Worth a read How I Cook by Ben Lippett I’m loving Ben Lippett’s How I Cook, it’s introduced us to some new great family favourites. His Rigatoni with Sunday Sauce or Stuffed Pittas are delicious and easy – a winning combo. Being Old and

Social Pantry heads to Mexico City: part one

Social Pantry heads to Mexico City: part one

This February, a small team of us from Social Pantry were fortunate enough to travel to Mexico City to immerse ourselves in the local culinary culture. With curious minds and eager palates, we sought to learn, explore and draw fresh inspiration that we could bring back to enrich our kitchens at home. One of the

Introducing the new and improved Hub at CCC​

Introducing the new and improved Hub at CCC​

We’ve been working hard behind the scenes to redesign The Hub on the 2nd Floor – and we can’t wait to show you what’s new. Our exclusive caterer, Social Pantry, is reopening and reimagining the space from 23rd March, bringing a fresh new look and an even more convenient (and delicious) food offer. A fresh

Our spring style

Our spring style

Our Creative Styling Manager on refreshing your table and welcoming in the new season this Easter
The Social Side of Food: strengthening company culture

The Social Side of Food: strengthening company culture

Welcome back to The Social Side of Food: a monthly series exploring how great workplace catering does more than just feed teams. This time: how shared meals strengthen company culture
Celebrating National Apprenticeship Week

Celebrating National Apprenticeship Week

In light of National Apprenticeship Week, we talk to Amanda about her journey from agency worker to future supervisor at the Old Bailey
Dissect a Dish: Hake with Roasted Shellfish Sauce, Dashi-Poached Potatoes, Spring Greens, Sea Herbs & Lemon Verbena

Dissect a Dish: Hake with Roasted Shellfish Sauce, Dashi-Poached Potatoes, Spring Greens, Sea Herbs & Lemon Verbena

Welcome back to Dissect a Dish, where we take a closer look at one of the dishes on Social Pantry's menu and explore what makes it seasonal, sustainable and delicious
Sustainable swaps: February

Sustainable swaps: February

From seasonal gluts to sustainable seafood, each month Social Pantry highlights simple ways to make the most of what’s in season. This month, we’re embracing late-winter British produce and game with three delicious, planet-friendly ideas to inspire your meals
The Social Side of Food: building trust

The Social Side of Food: building trust

Welcome back to The Social Side of Food: a monthly series exploring how great workplace catering does more than just feed teams. This time: building trust in your business
Recipe: Alex’s Christmas Pavlova

Recipe: Alex’s Christmas Pavlova

A showstopping alternative to Christmas pudding from Social Pantry founder, Alex Head
Alex’s 2025 Christmas gift guide

Alex’s 2025 Christmas gift guide

There’s nothing we love more at Social Pantry than shining a light on brilliant independents, small-batch producers and thoughtful design. This year’s Christmas gift guide has been hand-picked by our founder, Alex Head, with that in mind.

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