Where 37 Years of Craft
Meets the Flame.
Global Soul Food. Wood-Fired Excellence. From Afro-Caribbean spice to Mediterranean zest, we bring the world’s best flavors to your outdoor event.
Our Mission
"To ignite the senses through a lifetime of culinary mastery—where global traditions meet the open flame, and every flavour finds its dance."
"Every flatbread is hand-stretched, and every dessert is made with a decorator’s eye. We bring the theatre of the grill to your outdoor event."
The Journey
Started at 5. Mastered by 40.
Most caterers have a job; I have a calling. My journey began in a kitchen at the age of five. By nine, I was already an entrepreneur—selling Christmas cakes and treats to my own school teachers.
Today, with City & Guilds qualifications in Hospitality Management and a lifetime as a Professional Baker, I've traded the oven for the open flame. Smokay isn’t just BBQ; it’s "Soul Food" in its truest form—a lifetime of technique poured into every wood-fired bite.
The Smokay Fusion
A Global Map of Flavor
This isn't just burgers and hotdogs. It’s an authentic intersection of charcoal heat, custom rubs, and international spices.
The Afro-Caribbean Soul
Scotch Bonnet heat, pimento smoke, and slow-cooked depth. Authentic jerk seasonings and Caribbean green rubs.
The Levantine Grill
Turkish-inspired kebabs, Lebanese pides, and garlic toum. Perfectly charred meats and Mediterranean vegetables.
The Silk Road Touch
Subtle Chinese five-spice aromatics, tamarind glazes, and house-baked bao buns kissed by the flame.
The Smokay Difference
Why Choose Smokay BBQ?
The Professional Edge
City & Guilds qualified with 37+ years of industry-leading experience in hospitality and management. Decades of kitchen intuition at your service.
Bespoke by Design
From the raw smoke of the grill to the intricate detail of a custom cake, we tailor every bite and decoration to your specific event.
Inclusive Excellence
Authentic fusion menus that ensure vegan and vegetarian guests enjoy the same 'flavour dance' as everyone else.
"A Master Baker’s precision applied to the art of the BBQ. Expect perfectly balanced marinades and sides that are never an afterthought. Valerie is an absolute artist with fire."
— Premium Events ReviewReady to Spark the Flavor Dance?
Dates fill up quickly, especially for wedding seasons and corporate gatherings. Secure your booking and let's craft a custom smokehouse fusion menu.