essential catering + events resources

Christmas Packages 2022

Christmas will be here before you know it! All good event planners think well ahead and now is the perfect time to finalise your Christmas Catering for your end of year celebrations.

A Guide to Cocktail Party Catering

A Guide to Cocktail Party Catering: We often speak to event planners that are wanting to have a more informal cocktail party / stand up, finger-food type format for their event but they are worried about ordering the right quantities of food to ensure their guests are satisfied.

How to create a wedding reception running schedule

How to create a wedding reception running schedule. This month, we provide our expert tips on how to create a wedding reception running schedule that will ensure you get to spend as much time possible celebrating with your nearest and dearest.

Guide to Ordering Drop Off Catering

Guide to Ordering Drop Off Catering: We often work with exceptionally busy people that have been asked to order corporate catering for a last-minute boardroom meeting or office party

Guide to Beverage Catering & Alcohol Quantities

How much booze should I order for my event: Whether you are hosting an event at home, your office or favourite venue – knowing the right amount of beverage quantities to order for your thirsty guests can be confusing.

ask our event catering experts

Got a question? Need advice on what food to serve or how to make the most of your budget? Our event experts will be delighted to assist you.

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what our customers say...

"Amazing food!"

The waiters are so accommodating and were very nice to all my guests. My guests said they were so happy with the quality of food and the waiters who served them. A stand out was Caroline on my wedding day. She was so lovely and attentive! Would definitely have any event catered by them in the future

Vidi Pudman
Melbourne
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"The staff were fantastic and everything went perfectly."

Organised a morning tea for a dozen people at work with very little notice. The service was delightful & the whole experience very simple and no fuss. The food was delicious - super fresh & tasty. A great variety of yummy sandwiches and lovely pies & cakes! Will definitely use Essential Catering again should the need arise! Thanks to all concerned. Very happy customer!

Sheryn Bellsham
Melbourne
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