We hope you’re hungry (and well, if not, you’re about to be) because today, we are serving up a smorgasbord of 12 wedding catering and food truck businesses that have indeed won our hearts (and stomachs). Artisanal grazing tables, elevated backyard BBQs, fancy as heck sit-down feasts, and late-night d-floor fuel – these foodie pros are worth their salt and have the goods to satisfy whatever kind of party you’re craving.
You deserve a wedding menu that’s *chef’s kiss*. After all, just like love, food has a magical way of bringing people together. So, if we may offer one nugget of advice in the hierarchy of planning priorities, you might want to pop good food pretty high up there. Trust us, we can’t have you celebrate such a significant day with a meal that’s… ’meh’. Plus, alongside your oh-so-sentimental ceremony, it’s one element guaranteed to live rent-free in your guests’ minds. Yes, yes, getting married is the main event, but getting to feel rightfully smug as loved ones rave about your wedding day spread for all of eternity? Well, that’s the cherry on top.
Once you’ve polished off this ridiculously delectable round-up (including drool-worthy snaps by some of our fave photographers – credits below), plate yourself up a second course of inspiration with these unique ceremony arbours or wedding entertainers who hit all the right notes.
Alright lovers, enough chatter, dig in!
Sabre Catering calls Hobart home, but they’re always up for an adventure. So you name the place, they’ll be there. Sure, they’re foodies (duh), but more than that, Sabre are real people, people. They get a kick out of getting to know their couples and crafting a menu that truly reflects you and your boo. Sabre is passionate about bringing local Tassie flavours to the table, so you can expect to taste plenty of melt-in-your-mouth, quintessentially Tas morsels, such as wallaby tartare, Tasmanian carrots baked in Huon apple juice, and lemon and kunzea panna cotta. As they say, “This little island has forged who we are, the people, the landscape, the produce.” Suss out Sabre doing their thing in these real Hello May weddings.
Location: Hobart, TAS
If you ask the Paddock to Plate team, getting wed on a beautiful rural property is “just about as good as it gets”, and they’d know, being leaders in farm, DIY, and barn-style nuptials. True to their name, this Sydney-based biz is all about living the farm-to-table ethos. They’re all about transparency, too, proudly sharing their suppliers online (no gatekeeping here!) so you can fully appreciate the story behind their locally and thoughtfully sourced ingredients. Cooking over spits or fire pits is totally in their wheelhouse. Plus, if you’ve found the PERFECT private property plot but there’s no pot in sight, that’s no sweat—Paddock to Plate will even build a temp kitchen on-site for an additional fee. Now that’s impressive. Their work at Emily and Jesse’s nups was standout, click here to take a squiz. Or click here to get in contact with these rural kitchen wizards.
Location: Sydney, NSW
With over 13 years in the industry, Radish Events have become known for their unbelievably blissful bites and wholesome farm-inspired eats made ethically and with Mother Earth in mind. A certified B Corporation, they’re a leader in sustainable catering, opting only for high quality, fresh, seasonal ingredients and making everything they possibly can in-house. In short, “More of the good stuff, less of the bad” (looking at you, single-use plastic!) Speaking of good stuff, let’s talk about these packages: canapés? Tick! Share plates? Tick! Plated feasts? Triple tick! And for a little extra flair, why not throw in a couple of “theatrical” food stations? What’s not to love? Click here to send an enquiry their way.
Location: Sydney, NSW
This mobile wedding and event catering business based at the foot of the Grampians in Dunkeld was started by three passionate hospitality workers local to the area. This little gang of catering trucks serving up the goods includes Little Franklin, a mobile coffee van; Frank’s Pizzeria slinging delish woodfired pizza, Frankie’s Bar, the mobile cocktail bar; and Fat Franco’s serving tap beer straight from the retro van. All bases covered. Shoot off an enquiry here.
Location: Grampians, VIC
Founded by award-winning chef duo Jacqueline and Tom Brown, you know your tastebuds are in good hands with this Newcastle-based biz. Sprout’s spreads are scrumptious-AF, and the team prides itself on its bespoke service, tailoring each menu and presentation to “transform your event into an unforgettable experience”. Whatever your dietary needs, they can sort it out, and their gluten-free and vego options spoil for choice. “But what about drinks?” We’re glad you asked. These multi talented foodie heroes can handle bar service, too, so you can tick both off your to-do list. Phew! Shoot off an enquiry here.
Location: Newcastle, NSW
Delicious, wholesome food that looks incredible, tastes even better and is expertly served – that’s the name of the game for this talented catering company. At M2 Kitchen, they custom design your wedding menu to suit your preferences, whether you’re envisioning a sophisticated cocktail soirée, a lavish banquet, or an exquisite seven-course degustation experience. See the team in action and get in touch here.
Location: Wollongong, NSW
Would ya just look at that masterpiece of a grazing table? The fare from Garnish Creative Catering is almost too artistic to eat (but you deffs should dig in because it tastes even better than it looks). As you can tell, the Garnish Creative team are shared feast specialists, but they’ll nail your canapés, banquets or sit-down dos, too. Having a ‘standard menu’ isn’t really their style. They prefer to curate something custom just for you (we love to see it!) Expect hearty, good-for-the-soul homestyle dishes made with seasonal produce showing off what the South Coast has to offer, including herbs grown in their very own kitchen. Take a bite out of some real Garnish Creative weddings here.
Location: Berry, NSW
Cookie-cutter catering? HA! Fourside Events and Design wouldn’t DREAM of it. In fact, they’re the complete opposite, working with each couple to workshop a fully tailored menu (yep, including your late-night duck, onion relish and cheese toasties). You can even peek at some past real wedding menus here for inspiration. Fourside sources from a carefully curated list of local suppliers and collaborates with some of Melbourne’s most influential wedding and event experts, so you know they’re the crème de la crème. If that’s got your tummy rumbling, say g’day here.
Location: Melbourne, VIC
“Little Kitchen, Big Events”—that’s Little Caterer Sydney in a nutshell, with a whole lotta heart thrown in too. Serving up deliciousness in Sydney and surrounds and as far west as the Blue Mountains, they’re the kind of vendor that feels like family by the end of the day. Their secret ingredient? That would be community spirit, sourcing from local farmers and artisans to bring a rustic, wholesome, farm-to-table vibe. Grazing tables, food stations, plated or share-style—whatever you pick it’s gunna feel like a big ol’ hug on a plate. Get in touch here.
Location: Sydney, NSW
An iconic vintage 1950s caravan turned bespoke mobile bar? What. A. Vibe! The Vintage Bar Co. is based in Brisbane but will happily road trip throughout South East Queensland and the Northern Rivers to keep your guests hydrated. Easy on the eyes for sure but this fleet is much more than just a pretty facade. The Vintage Bar Co.’s team of drink-slinging legends really know their stuff (and they’re bloody nice people to boot). Keen on a custom cocktail? They’ll whip one up with ease. And behind the scenes, they’ve got you covered with drink packages, tab, cash bar or BYO booze options. We’ll drink to that! Get in contact here.
Location: Brisbane, QLD
Carla Sullivan, the chef behind Hypercater, has been awarded Brisbane’s Best Wedding Caterer not once but twice, and if that doesn’t impress you, the cohort of A-listers she’s cooked for is sure to wow (seriously, take a look). Needless to say, the fresh, locally sourced flavours coming out of this kitchen will knock your socks off, and you’ll be pleased to hear that they can help with your pre and post-wedding celebrations too, from engagement party right through to recovery. Big shebangs? Hypercater says bring it on. Intimate soirees? They’ve got specially designed packages for that also (elopers have gotta eat too!) Is there anything they can’t do? Doubt it – reach out here.
Location: Brisbane, QLD
This one-of-a-kind dessert and mobile bartending service offers guests a nostalgic experience through fairy floss redesigned for the adult palate. Think flavours like creme brulee, salted caramel, davidson plum lemon, and lychee raspberry. Um. Sign. Us. Up. This unique wedding food cart all began when founder Christina wanted to combine her love for cocktails and fairy floss into her own wedding day. And so was born this fab idea where you can serve your glasses of bubbles with a side of rosewater fairy floss. Flossy uses natural ingredients and flavours inspired by all things delicious, seasonal, and out-of-the-ordinary, plus it’s vegan, dairy-free, alcohol-free, and gluten-free. Such a cool idea to incorporate into your day of days, guaranteed to have your guests raving. You know you want to get in touch… like, yesterday.
Location: Byron Bay, NSW
Photographers (from top): Jack Henry Photo, Jon Gazzignato, Jack Henry Photo, The Salty Shutter, Samantha Heather, Wild Wattle Photography, Supplied, Good Thanks Media, Dan Cartwright, Transluscent Photography, Georgia Verrells, Nikki Harris Photography, Daniel Kukec, Cooper Brady, Supplied, Her Creative Lens
