Mexican Street Food Catering for Events
Born from a love of bold flavours and fine-dining precision, The Corn Collective serves chef-crafted Mexican street food with attitude. Everything’s made fresh – from locally sourced ingredients to handmade tortillas — bold, vibrant, and sustainable.
Whether served from our taco truck, a pop-up setup, or cooked and served from your own kitchen, everything we do is built around great food, thoughtful service, and adapting to your space.
Hi, I’m Alex Pearce – chef and co-founder of The Corn Collective.
With over 16 years’ experience across pubs, hotels, fine-dining kitchens and luxury event catering, I’ve developed a food-led approach built on precision, creativity and consistency. That background shapes everything we do at The Corn Collective – from how menus are designed to how food is prepared and served at scale.
I fell in love with Mexican street food for its punchy flavours, vibrant colours, and bold textures
– smoky to sweet, spicy to sour. But it’s about more than great food. It’s about atmosphere, generosity and bringing people together, and that’s the experience we aim to create at every event.
Based in Surrey and working across the South East, we cater for weddings, private parties and corporate events in a wide range of settings, from homes and gardens to offices, venues and outdoor spaces.
We use fresh, locally sourced ingredients and make everything in-house – from fillings and sauces to salsas – serving it all in freshly nixtamalised corn tortillas. Powered by Vanilla Bean, an established catering and events business, The Corn Collective combines creative independence with the reassurance of an experienced team behind the scenes.
Whether it’s a private party, wedding, office lunch or festival, we deliver colourful, flavour-driven Mexican street food with chef-level precision – that’s The Corn Collective.
Tacos served to suit you
A great taco experience shouldn’t be limited by access, space, or the type of event you’re hosting.
That’s why we offer three service options, all designed to deliver the same chef-crafted food in the way that works best for your event.
taco truck service
Our taco truck delivers the full street food experience – bold flavours, vibrant visuals and freshly made tacos served straight to your guests.
It’s a great option for larger or more informal events, bringing energy and theatre alongside carefully prepared, chef-crafted food.
Pop-up marquee setup
For garden parties and outdoor events where vehicle access isn’t possible, our pop-up marquee setup creates a dedicated food focal point within your space.
It offers the atmosphere of street food with the flexibility to work around your venue – all while delivering the same thoughtfully prepared menus.
In-Home Catering
Perfect for intimate gatherings and private celebrations, our in-home catering option brings The Corn Collective experience directly into your kitchen.
Ideal when outdoor access is limited or a more relaxed, personal setting is preferred – without compromising on flavour, freshness or quality.
What Makes Our Tacos Stand Out
Every taco is designed with fine-dining precision, focusing on flavour, balance and technique. Carefully selected, locally sourced ingredients and bold Mexican influences come together in food that feels considered, fresh and full of character – all prepared for your event.
Chef-Crafted Food
Designed for flavour, balance and precision by an experienced event chef.
Locally Sourced Ingredients
We use the best seasonal produce from trusted British suppliers.
Made Fresh for Every Event
Prepared on the day and served straight to your guests.