Supplier and Sourcing Policy

Our Philosophy

Gathered exists to celebrate Britain's landscapes, seasons and producers. Every ingredient should have a reason to be on the table.

We Prioritise

✓ British produce

✓ Seasonal ingredients

✓ Local sourcing where practical

✓ Small independent producers

✓ High animal welfare

✓ Sustainable seafood

✓ Low food miles where possible

We Avoid

✗ Ingredients imported where a seasonal British alternative exists.

✗ Excessive single-use packaging.

✗ Poor welfare standards.

Local First

Where practical, chefs are encouraged to source from producers within the region hosting the event.

Storytelling

Where possible, chefs should be able to tell guests:

• Where ingredients came from.

• Who produced them.

• Why they were chosen.

Guests should leave knowing not only what they ate, but where it came from.

Flexibility

While Gathered champions British produce, authenticity comes before rigidity. Certain ingredients (such as olive oil, spices, citrus or chocolate) may be sourced internationally where they meaningfully contribute to the menu and no suitable British alternative exists.