Few pregnancy milestones are as thrilling as finding out the gender of your baby, and in recent years, gender reveal parties have become the perfect excuse to share this moment with friends and family. At Hog Roast Burnley, we’ve been lucky enough to cater countless gender reveals across the North West, but each one feels as unique and magical as the first. There’s something truly special about witnessing that collective moment of discovery, especially when it’s paired with mouthwatering food!
For the uninitiated, gender reveal parties are an event where parents-to-be uncover their baby’s gender in a fun, often theatrical way. The twist? They find out alongside their guests! Typically, one trusted individual holds the secret, delivering it in creative ways: cutting into a cake to reveal coloured sponge, popping balloons filled with coloured confetti, or setting off dramatic smoke cannons. It’s all about building suspense and creating a moment that’s as heartwarming as it is unforgettable.
Last week, Hog Roast Burnley had the pleasure of catering for Emma and Mike’s gender reveal party at a gorgeous local hotel. They welcomed 80 loved ones to share in their big surprise, with Mike’s mum, Anne, holding the top-secret envelope. The venue was dressed to perfection with sage, gold, and cream accents, a balloon arch, a glowing neon sign, and a photo booth ready to capture the day’s memories.
To complement this stunning setup, Hog Roast Burnley delivered a dining experience that wowed guests of all ages and dietary preferences. Our spread comprised succulent whole-roasted chickens, herby sage and onion stuffing, butcher’s chipolata sausages and mustard-crusted sirloin with Yorkshire puddings, and rich red wine gravy. For plant-based guests, our BBQ-pulled jackfruit rolls and crunchy ‘slaw were a huge hit. Creamy dauphinoise potatoes, crisp salads, and homemade coleslaw rounded out the buffet, leaving no one hungry.
The food was a roaring success, but the highlight was yet to come. Emma and Mike’s cake-cutting moment held everyone in suspense until the blue sponge inside revealed the exciting news: they’re expecting a boy! Cheers, laughter, and happy tears filled the room as the celebration turned into an unforgettable party.
At Hog Roast Burnley, we live for moments like these. Helping families celebrate life’s sweetest surprises is what makes our job so rewarding—and so delicious!