Wholesale Suppliers for Mobile Caterers & Street Food in Devon & Cornwall
For over 20 years, Xlent Foods has been supporting mobile caterers, burger vans, street food vendors, and festival traders across Devon and Cornwall with flexible wholesale food supply. We understand the unique challenges of mobile food businesses—variable event bookings, limited storage, seasonal demand, and the need for suppliers who understand that your requirements change week by week, event by event.
Whether you're operating a burger van on the Devon event circuit, running a street food unit at Cornwall festivals, providing exhibition catering for corporate events, or trading at regular weekly markets—we provide the products, pricing, and flexible service that mobile food businesses need to succeed. Our experience with mobile caterers means we understand event-by-event ordering, delivery to home bases, and the importance of bulk pricing for festival weekends.
Planning for summer festivals or winter markets? Our seasonal planning guide helps mobile caterers prepare for demand peaks. For managing margins across events, see our food cost and margin guide.
Why Mobile Caterers Choose Xlent Foods
We've built our reputation supporting mobile food businesses across Devon and Cornwall. We understand that mobile catering is different from restaurant operations—and we're set up to meet those specific needs.
Portion-Controlled Products
Burger patties, sausages, and hot dog franks available in event quantities. Portion-controlled products help you calculate exact costs per serving—critical when you're pricing for festivals and markets where margin control matters.
Flexible Ordering
Order event by event based on your bookings. Scale up for major festivals, order less during quiet periods. We understand mobile catering demand is variable—you're not locked into fixed weekly minimums that don't match your actual event calendar.
Delivery to Home Base
We deliver to your registered business address—you don't need commercial premises. Whether you're operating from home or a small unit, we provide the same professional wholesale service as we do to restaurants and hotels.
Bulk Event Pricing
Volume discounts for major events and festivals. When you're serving 1,000+ portions over a festival weekend, our bulk pricing helps protect your margins whilst maintaining the quality that builds repeat custom.
Quick Turnaround
Same-day delivery available for early orders. Last-minute festival bookings happen—when you get a Thursday call for Saturday trading, we understand and we'll work to get you stocked in time.
Collection Available
Prefer to collect? Our Plymouth depot is open for pre-arranged collections: Mon-Fri 6am-3pm, Saturday 10am-12pm. Ideal for last-minute stock needs before events or if you're passing through. Special arrangements accommodated when possible.
Wide Product Range
From burger van essentials to premium exhibition catering products. Supporting both classic street food operations and upmarket mobile catering businesses with the appropriate product quality for your market.
Types of Mobile Food Business We Serve
Our mobile catering customers across Devon and East Cornwall include every type of mobile food operation. Whatever your mobile business model, we have the products and flexible service to support your success.
From traditional burger vans at agricultural shows to premium street food at festivals, from corporate exhibition catering to weekly market trading—we support mobile food businesses across every style and market segment.
Events & Markets We Supply For
Mobile caterers across Devon and Cornwall trade at diverse events. We understand the different requirements of each event type and help you plan supplies accordingly.
Festivals & Fairs
Summer festivals, food festivals, music events, and county shows. High-volume weekend trading requiring bulk supplies and tight margin control. We supply the volume you need at pricing that protects festival margins.
Agricultural Shows
Devon County Show, Cornwall agricultural shows, rural fairs. Traditional burger van and hot dog trading serving rural communities. Classic street food products at appropriate quality and price points.
Exhibitions & Trade Shows
Westpoint Exeter, Plymouth Pavilions, Cornwall Exhibition Centre. Corporate and B2B exhibitions requiring professional presentation. Premium products supporting upmarket mobile catering operations.
Regular Markets
Plymouth markets, Exeter markets, farmers markets across Devon and Cornwall. Weekly or bi-weekly trading requiring consistent product supply. Reliable delivery schedules matching your market pattern.
Private Events
Wedding receptions, birthday parties, corporate functions. Mobile catering for private bookings requiring flexible ordering based on confirmed guest numbers. Last-minute ordering support when events are confirmed short-notice.
Sporting Events
Football matches, rugby games, running events, cycling events. Regular weekend trading or seasonal events. Products suitable for outdoor sporting audiences expecting quality street food.
Delivery Coverage Across Devon & East Cornwall
Next-day delivery across Devon and East Cornwall to support mobile catering operations. We deliver to your registered base address—home, unit, or commercial premises.
Devon Mobile Caterers
- Plymouth-based mobile caterers
- Exeter-based street food vendors
- Torbay & South Devon traders
- North Devon mobile businesses
- East Devon event caterers
- Mid Devon fairground traders
East Cornwall Mobile Caterers
- Bodmin-based mobile caterers
- Saltash & Torpoint traders
- Launceston area mobile businesses
- Liskeard-based street food vendors
- Looe & Polperro festival traders
For mobile caterers based in other Cornwall areas, please contact us to discuss delivery options.
Event Site Delivery
Where event sites are accessible for delivery vehicles, we can discuss delivering directly to festivals, shows, or events. This works particularly well for multi-day events where on-site refrigeration is available. Contact us to discuss specific event requirements.
Complete Product Range for Mobile Catering
From burger van essentials to premium street food ingredients—we supply the full spectrum of products to support diverse mobile catering menus and market segments.
Frozen Products
Burger patties, sausages, hot dog franks, chips, onion rings, and frozen vegetables. Core street food products in portion-controlled formats supporting accurate event costing and consistent serving sizes.
Sample products: Seasoned 4oz Burgers, 6oz Gourmet Beef Burgers, McWhinneys Gold Sausages, Wikinger Hot Dogs, 10mm Chips, 12mm Chips, Chunky 18mm Chips, Battered Onion Rings
Explore Frozen Range →Chilled Products
Burger buns, hot dog rolls, bacon, fresh sausages, cheese, and sauces. Supporting your fresh preparation and premium offerings with quality chilled ingredients.
Sample products: Floured Baps (4" & 5"), Seeded Burger Buns, Jumbo Hot Dog Rolls, Kara Gourmet Brioche Buns, Danish Crown Bacon, Grated Cheddar
View Chilled Range →Ambient Products
Condiments, cooking oils, seasonings, napkins, and disposables. Store cupboard essentials and consumables supporting daily mobile catering operations.
Sample products: Tomato Ketchup, Burger Sauce, BBQ Sauce, Burger Mustard, Burger Relish, English Mustard, Cooking Oil
Browse Ambient Products →Packaging & Disposables
Burger boxes, chip trays, meal boxes, napkins, and wooden forks. Event-ready packaging supporting efficient service and professional presentation.
Sample products: Burger Boxes, Chip Trays, Meal Boxes, Wooden Chip Forks, Paper Bags, Napkins
View Packaging Range →This is a sample of our range. We stock 500+ products for mobile caterers—contact us for the full list tailored to your operation.
Mobile Caterers We Support
Real examples (anonymised) of mobile catering businesses across Devon & Cornwall benefiting from flexible wholesale suppliers:
Burger Van Operator (Plymouth & Exeter Events)
Challenge: Operating burger van on Devon festival circuit (March–September). 15-20 events per season ranging from 200-portion Saturday markets to 2,000-portion weekend festivals. Previous supplier required fixed weekly minimums even during event-free weeks. Storage space at home limited.
Solution: Event-by-event ordering matched to confirmed bookings. Bulk pricing for major festivals (Devon County Show, Exeter Food Festival) whilst avoiding waste during quiet periods. Estimated annual saving £1,800 by eliminating forced ordering during non-trading weeks. Improved cash flow significantly by aligning purchasing to event income.
Exhibition Mobile (Devon-wide Corporate Events)
Challenge: Premium mobile catering serving corporate exhibitions and trade shows at Westpoint Exeter and Plymouth venues. Client expectations require high-quality presentation. Events confirmed 2-4 weeks ahead but portion numbers often adjusted last-minute. Needed premium products unavailable from standard burger van suppliers.
Solution: Access to premium product range (gourmet burgers, speciality sausages, artisan buns). Flexible ordering up to day before event to accommodate client number adjustments. Premium pricing justified by product quality—client retention improved with better food quality vs competitors. Average margin per event increased 12%.
Street Food Vendor (Plymouth Markets)
Challenge: Regular weekly trader at Plymouth markets (Wednesdays, Saturdays year-round). Consistent weekly requirements but needed reliable delivery schedule. Previous cash-and-carry trips took 3 hours weekly—time better spent on food prep or trading.
Solution: Tuesday delivery schedule for Wednesday/Saturday trading. Standing order for core products (burger patties, buns, chips) with flexibility to adjust quantities weekly. Saved ~156 hours annually (3 hours × 52 weeks) previously spent on cash-and-carry runs. Delivery cost offset by wholesale pricing vs retail cash-and-carry markup. Better time management improved work-life balance.
Need supplies for wedding or corporate event catering? We support all types of catering businesses. For wider Devon & Cornwall coverage, see our regional wholesaler page.
Running a Mobile Food Business?
Tell us about your upcoming events and typical requirements. We'll show you how our flexible mobile catering supply service and event pricing compares to your current costs. See exactly where you can save whilst improving reliability.
Get Mobile Catering Quote →Challenges We Solve for Mobile Caterers
Mobile food businesses face unique operational challenges that traditional restaurant suppliers don't always understand. We've designed our service specifically to address these mobile catering realities.
Variable Demand
Challenge: Event bookings vary week by week. Fixed minimum orders don't match actual trading patterns.
Solution: Flexible ordering aligned to your event calendar. Order what you need, when you need it—scale up for festivals, minimal orders during quiet periods.
Limited Storage
Challenge: Operating from home or small unit with domestic freezer space. Can't store large volumes between events.
Solution: More frequent smaller deliveries matched to your storage capacity. Order closer to events rather than bulk-buying and storing for weeks.
Last-Minute Bookings
Challenge: Events confirmed short-notice. Thursday booking for Saturday trading. Need suppliers who can respond quickly.
Solution: Same-day delivery for early orders. Quick turnaround when you get last-minute bookings—we understand mobile catering doesn't always run on fixed schedules.
Seasonal Peaks
Challenge: Summer festival season demands 5x winter volumes. Suppliers don't understand seasonal mobile catering patterns.
Solution: Scale ordering to match your seasonal pattern. Maximum flexibility May–September during festival season, minimal commitments October–April during quieter winter months.
Event-Specific Products
Challenge: Different events require different products. Corporate exhibitions need premium, agricultural shows need volume, markets need consistency.
Solution: Wide product range from budget to premium. Source the appropriate quality for each event type—protecting margins at volume events, impressing clients at corporate events.
Cash Flow Management
Challenge: Income arrives event by event, but suppliers want weekly payment. Cash flow challenges between events.
Solution: Flexible payment terms for established accounts. Align purchasing to event income rather than fixed weekly buying patterns that strain cash flow during quiet periods.
How to Get Started
We've made it simple for mobile caterers to start working with us. Our process respects the realities of mobile food business operations.
- Tell Us About Your Events Share your typical event calendar—festivals, markets, private bookings. Tell us about your trading pattern, typical portion volumes, and any seasonal variations. Understanding your event schedule helps us provide appropriate pricing and service.
- Tailored Event Pricing We create personalised wholesale pricing based on your event requirements. Transparent pricing showing bulk rates for major festivals, standard pricing for regular markets, and flexibility for one-off events. See exactly what you'll pay per portion.
- Flexible Ordering Order by phone, email, or through your account manager. Tell us about your upcoming events and we'll schedule deliveries accordingly. Last-minute bookings? Call us and we'll work to accommodate quick turnaround where possible.
- Delivery to Your Base Next-day delivery across Devon and East Cornwall to your registered address—home, unit, or commercial premises. Temperature-controlled transport ensures frozen and chilled products arrive in perfect condition. Same-day delivery available for early orders.
- Ongoing Partnership Your dedicated contact understands mobile catering operations. Quick responses when you need to adjust orders for confirmed bookings, source specific products for corporate events, or discuss seasonal planning for festival season.
Support Your Mobile Food Business with Xlent Foods
Join mobile caterers, burger vans, street food vendors, and festival traders across Devon and Cornwall who trust Xlent Foods for flexible wholesale food supply. Whether you're operating a burger van on the Devon event circuit, running a premium street food unit at Cornwall festivals, providing exhibition catering for corporate events, or trading regularly at weekly markets—we understand the unique challenges of mobile food businesses and we're here to support your success.
Get in touch today to discuss your mobile catering requirements and event calendar. Discover how wholesale suppliers with 20+ years of mobile catering experience can help your business thrive with better products, better pricing, better flexibility, and better service that actually understands how mobile food businesses operate.
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