Darren Long Mash Chef Services brings fresh, high‑quality catering to tours, music festivals, and live events across the UK. I cook on the road—backstage, on festival sites, and behind the scenes—fueling artists, crews, and teams through long days, late nights, and fast turnarounds.
Alongside full‑service catering, I specialise as a pastry chef, creating handmade desserts, pastries, and baked goods that bring a touch of comfort and creativity to even the busiest tour schedule. From early‑morning pastries to post‑show treats, I craft everything with care, flavour, and attention to detail.
My food is designed for the pace of live events: practical, energising, and memorable. Whether it’s hearty meals, tailored dietary options, or freshly baked pastries, I bring reliable, professional catering to the heart of the music world.
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WHAT PEOPLE SAY
PABLO Events
Manager Kilimanjaro
Darren and his team did a great job feeding our artists and crew on a number of outdoor summer shows in 2024. Great food and lovely people to work with.
DARRYL Events
Manager UK Live
Darren Long Freelance Chef and Kitchen Crew Services are nothing short than fabulous !.
We have had the pleasure of being supported by Darren and his amazing team for our UK Festivals for many years.We learned so much about how catering can be achieved successfully for both our event stafff and VIP Arists.
Darren was a integral part off our catering stratage and helped us devrlop what must be the best in the industry with ease and all with a genuine friendly professional manner.
As a family business we are so inpressed and look forward to working with the team in our future ventures.
Thank you for all your commitment,support and off course AMAZING FOOD.
DAN Head of Security
Darren and his crew exceeded all expectations providing the best crew food I’ve ever experienced. They ensured there was always a wide selection of dishes to accommodate everyone’s diverse needs. In my opinion, this is truly the best crew food available!
COLIN Freelance Chef Crew member
Darren and his team have been my trusted partners at numerous festivals across the UK for many years. His excitement and enthusiasm bring a vibrant energy to the kitchen, making every event memorable. As an incredible chef and a fantastic colleague, he consistently elevates our culinary experiences. It's always a pleasure to work alongside him!
SUSTAINABLE
CATERING
Darren Long and Crew are committed to sustainability by sourcing seasonal, local produce and utilizing reusable or biodegradable utensils and plates. Our dedication extends to conserving utilities with efficient equipment and approaches. Together, we are striving towards environmental responsibility and to promoting a healthier planet for future generations.
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