Weddings At the Old Cheese Factory

Iconic Berwick Weddings with Effortless, Memorable Catering

  • Tailored Menus – Fresh, seasonal dishes created to suit your style and taste
  • Full-Service Catering – Includes wait staff, tableware, setup, and pack-down
  • Versatile Dining Formats – Choose from plated, buffet, banquet, or cocktail service
  • Proven Wedding Experience – Trusted by Melbourne couples for over 16 years
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A Historic Setting for Your Love Story

Tucked away in the heart of Berwick, the Old Cheese Factory offers a one-of-a-kind wedding backdrop rich in heritage and charm. With its manicured gardens, 19th-century buildings, and rustic architectural features, the venue captures a romantic, old-world atmosphere while still providing the modern amenities needed for a seamless celebration. From elegant indoor spaces to picturesque outdoor areas, it is a location that adapts beautifully to your wedding style, whether you are imagining a relaxed garden gathering, a formal banquet, or a cocktail celebration under the stars.

Essential Catering enhances the experience with menus and service tailored to the setting. We work closely with couples to create seasonal, beautifully presented food that feels right at home among the venue’s historic surrounds. From grazing tables under the trees to sit-down dinners in the Function Room, every dish is prepared with care and served with warmth. With our experienced team handling everything from setup to pack-down, your celebration at the Old Cheese Factory feels effortless, personal, and truly memorable.

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Why Couples Love Weddings at the Old Cheese Factory, Berwick

  • Heritage-listed venue with beautifully restored buildings and rustic charm
  • Manicured gardens perfect for outdoor ceremonies and photos
  • Flexible packages for intimate weddings or large-scale receptions (20–400 guests)
  • Multiple reception spaces including gardens, Function Room, and Middle Paddock
  • Ideal for romantic, personalised weddings with indoor and outdoor options
  • Convenient Berwick location with easy access for Melbourne-based guests
  • A unique blend of history, character, and modern amenities for all styles of weddings
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From Ceremony to Champagne: Seamless Service Throughout

Weddings at the Old Cheese Factory take place in one beautiful location, and our catering service is designed to move effortlessly with the day.

Guests are welcomed with drinks and light refreshments as they arrive and settle into the garden surrounds. After your ceremony under the trees or beside the historic buildings, our team serves elegant canapés and beverages while you take photos with family and friends. When it's time to transition to the reception, whether it's held in the gardens, the Function Room, or the Middle Paddock, your carefully selected menu is served with precision and warmth.

From the first glass poured to the final plate cleared, we handle every detail behind the scenes so you can stay present and enjoy the celebration.

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A Menu That Reflects You

Your wedding menu should feel like it was made just for you. And with us, it is. Our chefs create menus using fresh, seasonal produce, with a focus on vibrant flavours and beautiful presentation.

We offer a wide range of dishes and flexible formats:

  • Canapés & Grazing Tables for pre-dinner mingling or cocktail-style events
  • Buffet or Banquet-Style Dining for a relaxed and plentiful shared meal
  • Plated Multi-Course Menus for a more formal dining experience
  • Custom Menus tailored to cultural preferences or dietary needs

We also accommodate gluten-free, dairy-free, vegetarian, vegan, and allergy-specific requirements with the same attention to flavour and presentation.

Your menu tasting is included, so you can feel confident about your selections long before the big day.

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Everything You Need

We go beyond just providing great food. We take care of the full food service experience.

This complete service approach means you can focus on what really matters: celebrating with the people you love.

Every wedding catering package at the Old Cheese Factory includes:

1

Dedicated Event Manager

Your go-to person overseeing everything from service flow to last-minute changes

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Attentive Wait Staff

Friendly, professional team members keeping drinks topped and plates cleared

3

Menu Tasting Session

A chance to sample and refine your menu ahead of time

4

All Tableware & Equipment

Including cutlery, crockery, glassware, and serving equipment

5

Set-Up and Clean-Up

Our team arrives early and leaves everything spotless

Seamless Catering for Weddings at the Old Cheese Factory

With its combination of heritage buildings and open garden spaces, the Old Cheese Factory gives couples the freedom to shape their celebration. Essential Catering ensures the food service flows effortlessly with your day, whether you are hosting an elegant indoor dinner, a garden cocktail party, or a relaxed shared feast.

We coordinate with your venue team and stylists to deliver smooth, professional catering that complements every space, indoors or out, and enhances the atmosphere you have created.

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Your Day, Your Way. Flexible Catering That Fits Your Vision

The Old Cheese Factory offers a versatile backdrop for weddings of all kinds, and our catering reflects that same flexibility. At Essential Catering, we create menus and service styles that feel personal and well matched to your style, guest list, and timing.

We’ll help bring your plans to life with:

  • Menu options to suit cocktail, banquet, buffet, or plated service formats
  • Service designed for both intimate weddings and larger celebrations
  • Experience working across all venue areas, from gardens to Function Room
  • Full coordination with venue staff and other suppliers
  • Menus tailored to dietary needs, cultural traditions, and personal preferences

Why Couples Trust Essential Catering for Weddings

With over 16 years of experience, Essential Catering is trusted by couples across Melbourne for wedding catering that is fresh, seamless, and thoughtfully managed. We’re known for vibrant menus, warm service, and taking care of every detail so you can enjoy your day without stress.

Couples choose Essential Catering for:

  • Seasonal, customised menus to match your wedding style
  • Professional, friendly staff who manage service smoothly
  • All-inclusive packages with no hidden fees or surprises
  • Experience catering across all areas of the Old Cheese Factory
  • A relaxed and reliable service that lets you stay present in the moment

From setup to the final toast, our team ensures your catering feels effortless and memorable.

Let’s Bring Your Wedding to Life

If you’re planning a wedding at the Old Cheese Factory, we’d love to be part of it. Our team is ready to help you design a menu and service style that fits your vision and budget, with no hidden costs or last-minute surprises.

Call (03) 9761 4188 or fill out our quick enquiry form to get started. Let’s make your day deliciously unforgettable.

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FAQ: Wedding Catering at the Old Cheese Factory

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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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