Guests mingle while we serve authentic street food inspired by iconic international dishes from around the globe!
1⁄2 hour chef’s selection of 3 finger food menu items, served on rotation
Themed hawker cart, bamboo steamer baskets & Asian lanterns
Steamed vegetable dumplings | Pork siu mai, black vinegar dressing
Sushi | Teriyaki chicken | Seaweed salad (v) | Tofu & vegetable (vg), with soy dressing & wasabi (gf)
Bao bun | pork belly | shitake & tofu, pickled veg
Chicken satay skewers
Themed with patterned cloths, piñatas & Mexican sombreros, & ponchos
Build Your Own Tacos
Slow Braised Beef | BBQ chicken | Frijoles (gf)
Soft corn tortillas | BBQ corn and tomato salsa | Guacamole | Chipotle mayo | Sour cream | Pickled onion | Jalapenos
Themed with USA stars & stripes pop up stand
Pulled pork & beef sliders served with an apple slaw
Mushroom slider served in an apple slaw (v)
Buffalo wings with hot sauce
Themed red gingham cloths, pizza paddles, knotted gingham bunting squares
Marinated olives
Caprese Salad (v)
Chicken & eggplant parmigiana
Margherita pizzas (v)
Crumbed ravioli, basil Napoli (v)
Themed with heavy sailor’s ropes and cray pots
Deep fried fish and chips served with lemon wedge in cones with choice of tartar sauce, garlic aioli or tomato relish | eggplant fritters available for vegetarian option
Themed with retro salad bar sign, synthetic grass and planters
A choice of:
Beef noodle salad (gf)
Moroccan style chicken salad (gf)
Tofu & shitake mushroom with tatsoi (v) (gf)
(gf) gluten free (v) vegetarian (vg) vegan
Pricing Options
2022
2023
3 Street food stands and roaming finger food
per person (2 hour service period)
$57.50
$60.00
4 Street food stands and roaming finger food
per person (3 hour service period)
$68.00
$71.00
Inclusions | Qualified chef, crockery, cutlery, buffet ware as required & napkins
Pricing based on minimum numbers of 120 people, surcharges apply for smaller groups
Waiting staff, surcharges & additional equipment fees may apply, but vary depending upon locations & circumstances
All prices are inclusive of GST
We love to talk food, and can help devise your perfect event menu.
"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
"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!
We are Melbourne caterers with the experience, service and amazing food to make your event unforgettable. Working from rustic weddings to corporate conferences, from boardrooms to backyards, our dedicated team is ready to help you.
Green Table Accredited
sustainability Accreditation For A Greener Environment
2019 Maroondah Business Excellence Awards Finalist
Acknowledgement of country. We acknowledge the Traditional Owners of the land where we work and live and pay our respects to Elders past and present. We celebrate the stories, culture and traditions of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Elders of all communities who also work and live on this land.
We welcome and celebrate everyone. We work with a diverse array of people regardless of background, gender identity, sexual orientation, beliefs or ethnicities. We strive to make everyone feel welcomed, heard and recognised for the unique perspective they bring to the world.