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drinks, Hudsons will organise the look of an event, if
necessary bringing in tables, chairs, decoration of the
room, and anything else that is needed to achieve the
client’s wishes. At times, this demands ingenious leaps
of imagination. In the past they have built a ‘cliff-top’
inside a marquee, with rowing boats and lobster-pots
aplenty, and a pool filled with sea creatures. Suki has
a particular flair for creating scenes - whether floral or
otherwise. She works with the same team of experts
when specialist lighting or effects are needed and
this builds tremendous confidence for her clients.
Continuity and seamless teamwork is a huge part of
their success.
Over the years, the company has found that being
the sole caterer for one venue is a business model that
not only works but has great advantages too. They
have been involved from the very start, three years
ago, with Logie House near Inverurie and now have a
wedding almost every weekend of the year. Knowing
the venue in detail helps events to run smoothly, as
well as being able to cope with unusual requests.
With their success at Logie House behind them,
Hudsons are embarking on a new venture at Elsick
House near Stonehaven. Like Logie House, this is a
stunning venue with glorious gardens, an idyllic site
for any wedding. Suki’s creative imagination is already
forming plans for certain spaces at Elsick which would
add a unique experience to any couple’s big day.
Alternatively, being within easy reach of Aberdeen, the
house provides a superb venue to corporate events.
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New challenges continue to be met. For example,
Hudsons have just agreed to take on the catering
at the Aberdeen Science Centre - formerly the
Satrosphere down by the beach.
Having discovered that ‘catering’ is much more than
the uninitiated might expect, Suki has found that this
sort of work is one of the most rewarding businesses
imaginable. Not only is her company providing
delicious food in wonderful settings, but they are
creating memorable experiences for large numbers of
people. It might not be as simple as waving a magic
wand, but it is not too far-fetched to say Hudsons is in
the business of making dreams come true. n
Top Tips for Success
4 Be adaptable: every client is different
4 Be attuned to changes in fashion,
particularly regarding food
4 Pursue quality
4 Value people you work with, whether
colleagues, suppliers or otherwise
4 Try to be different: every occasion is
someone’s dream