Private event Catering Melbourne

Fresh, professional and memorable private event catering.

Private event Catering
Melbourne

Fresh, professional and memorable private event catering.

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private event Catering That Impresses Every Time

At Essential Catering & Events, we specialise in transforming private events in Melbourne into unforgettable experiences. Renowned for our exceptional culinary creations and versatile menu offerings, we bring over 16 years of expertise to every celebration. Whether it’s an intimate gathering, a milestone celebration, or an extravagant soirée, our team ensures your private event is flawlessly catered and uniquely memorable.

Our menus are crafted with the freshest, locally sourced produce, tailored to suit any style of private event – from casual buffets to sophisticated finger food or formal dining experiences. Whether you're hosting a small family celebration or a grand party, we create magic with every detail, making your event one to remember.

Let us bring your vision to life with exceptional service and mouthwatering cuisine designed to impress your guests.

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Catering Options

Party Catering

Make your next party unforgettable with our exceptional catering services. Whether it’s an intimate gathering or a lively celebration, our diverse menus and fresh, local ingredients will leave your guests raving.

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Corporate Event

Birthday Party Catering

Celebrate your special day with birthday catering that’s as unique as you are. From children’s parties to milestone celebrations, we create custom menus that delight guests of all ages. Let us take care of the food so you can focus on making memories.

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Engagement party catering

Celebrate love and commitment with engagement party catering designed to impress. Whether hosting an intimate gathering or a grand affair, we craft menus that reflect your style. From elegant finger foods to stunning grazing stations, our catering creates an atmosphere of warmth and joy.

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Funeral catering

Funeral Catering

In difficult times, we provide compassionate and professional funeral catering services. Our carefully crafted menus offer comfort and convenience, allowing you to focus on what matters most—being with loved ones. From light refreshments to full meals, we’re here to support you.

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Catering

Delivered to You

Enjoy fresh, delicious catering delivered straight to your doorstep. We offer a wide selection of menu options to suit every taste and occasion, ensuring your catering experience is both seamless and satisfying.

Ordering is simple—just visit our online store, choose your items, and let us take care of the rest. With prompt delivery and exceptional service, we make it easy to focus on what matters most: enjoying your event.

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Placing your order is simple! Just follow these steps:
1

Visit our Online Store

Visit our online store to browse and select your items (minimum order $150). Log in, register, or order as a guest.

2

Confirm Your Order

Complete the checkout process, provide delivery details, and submit payment. Your order will be confirmed within 1 hour (or the next business day).

3

Enjoy Seamless Catering Delivery

Sit back and relax as we deliver your catering promptly and hassle-free.

Frequent Questions

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Corporate Event
Making your Event More

sustainable

We make every effort to reduce waste at your wedding by:

  • Locally growing 95% of our own herbs
  • Growing our own fruits and vegetables as much as possible
  • Hand making 98% of our catering menus so we don’t use processed food that comes in extra packaging
  • Keeping food waste and food miles to a minimum
  • Composting all our food waste
  • Sourcing produce from local providers in or near the Yarra Valley
  • Only using 100% Australian fruit, vegetables, meat, seafood and cheeses
  • Using free range eggs
  • Using fair trade coffee
  • Minimising the use of single-use or plastic cutlery by providing our own cutlery at events
  • Recycling glass, cardboard, paper and cooking oil
  • Reducing energy demand via LED lights and other initiatives
  • Using 100% biodegradable coffee cups and supporting the use of keep cups
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Businesses who love us

They catered to our dietary requests brilliantly and everyone was raving about the delicious food!

SARAH H.
Paynes Rise, Yarra Valley

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We’d love to help you bring a touch of magic to your event. So why don’t we organise a chat? You can either call us or drop us your details and we’ll be in touch.

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We’re always up for a chat. Call anytime between 9am and 5pm on weekdays.

03 9761 4188

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