It started in the kitchen.
Growing up as the only girl at home, Serena's dad made sure she knew her way around a kitchen — an African household tradition she carries with pride. Watching her mother cater and cook for people planted a seed early on, and YouTube and TikTok helped her grow it into something real.
First year of university. First business.
Coming into her first year at the University of Nottingham, Serena decided to just start. No playbook, no blueprint — just food, passion and a genuine desire to serve people well. What she discovered was a love for feeding people that went far beyond making money.
Food is how we show love.
Rena Cooked It isn't just a catering business. It's a calling. Every plate is made with intention — rooted in culture, seasoned with care, and served for the glory of God. From intimate dinner parties to 200-guest events, the mission has never changed: spread joy through food.
"I didn't start this to just make money. I genuinely love feeding people — and I want every plate to feel like love."
— Serena, Founder
"Whatever you do, do it all for the glory of God." — 1 Corinthians 10:31
Rooted in Afro Caribbean tradition, every dish carries the warmth of home — made from scratch, never compromised.
Everything we do is done with intention and excellence. Not just to impress — but because we believe good work is an act of worship.
We don't just show up and serve food. We show up for the people — attentive, professional and genuinely invested in your event.
Rena Cooked It holds the highest possible food hygiene rating from the Food Standards Agency — because standards matter.
RCI doesn't run on a fixed roster — it runs on the right people, showing up every time with the same energy, care and professionalism. Every event gets a hand-picked team, dressed and ready.
