A Experience Beyond imagination

Exceptional catering for corporate events that impress and inspire

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Corporate Event

We bring corporate gatherings to life with a touch of culinary magic

Although we’re much loved for our fabulous foodie creations and magical menu offerings, Essential Catering & Events will always be a full service caterer at heart.

For over 16 years, we’ve been creating professional and memorable corporate catering for business clients across Melbourne.

Whatever the occasion, be it a boardroom lunch or an after-hours soirée, we can create the perfect menu for you. From a casual buffet to elegant finger food, or even a formal dining experience, your guests are sure to have an experience to remember.

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Conferencing

Fuel productivity and keep your attendees engaged with our expertly crafted conference catering. Our conference packages include morning and afternoon tea selections, gourmet sandwiches, seasonal salads, and hot meal upgrades.

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Cocktails and canapes

Cocktails & Canapes

Perfect for mingling and conversation, these bite-sized delights are as elegant as they are delicious. Choose from a selection of gourmet options, including arancini, mini sliders, smoked salmon blinis, and more, paired with refreshing beverages.

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Plated Dining

Our corporate dining menus offer two- or three-course plated meals, featuring beautifully presented dishes crafted from fresh, locally sourced ingredients. From tender mains to indulgent desserts, our dining packages add a touch of sophistication to your event.

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Corporate Breakfast

Start your event on the right note with our professionally catered corporate breakfasts. Whether it’s a casual grazing station or a formal plated breakfast, our menus are designed to energise your team and set the tone for a productive day.

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An Event Like No Other

An Event Like
No Other

Whether you’re planning an intimate business dinner, or an extravagant party to send off the year in style, our team will literally make magic happen for you.

Our execution is never less than flawless, and no matter what style of menu you choose, our experienced team will ensure each and every person has a truly memorable and magical experience.

We’ve been planning and executing corporate events for well over 16 years. Our team can scale up or down depending on the event, so you could have a fully staffed event or perhaps just one or two people to run the bar. Whatever works for you!

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Food For

Thought

If you’ve got an idea for something a little different as far as events go, let’s chat. We’ve been helping people plan and execute events for longer than we care to remember, so we’re sure
to be able to help bring your idea to life.

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The food and staff were amazing and they offered SO many options
to suit our needs

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DANIELLE J, CUSTOMER SERVICE DIRECTOR
Our Green

Kitchen

Sustainability is at the heart of everything we do at Essential Catering & Events. Where possible we source ingredients from our kitchen garden at our head-office in the foothills of the Dandenong Ranges. We are Green Table accredited and our commitment to minimising our carbon footprint has been recognised with SAGE accreditation.

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We’d love to help you bring a touch of magic to your event. 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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