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Category: CaterersLocation: Mornington PeninsulaListings: 2

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Just Graze - catering on the Mornington Peninsula

Just Graze (Mornington Peninsula)4.6 (57)

From $2,000 min spend

Live chef stations cook dishes to order in front of guests, alongside canapé and sit-down menus for weddings and celebrations.

Finesse Catering Group - catering on the Mornington Peninsula

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Finesse Catering Group (Mornington Peninsula)5.0 (92)

Wedding and event catering built on local seasonal produce, from canapés and chef stations to shared feasts and plated dinners.

Everything to Know About Catering

Many Peninsula celebrations happen outside a restaurant – at a holiday house in Rye, a family property in the hinterland, a beach-town hall or a marquee on a farm. In those places, a caterer is the kitchen, the wait staff and often the bar.

We list two Peninsula caterers so far, so the choice is small for now, and more will appear as they join. Even with two, it's worth asking both for a quote so you can see how menus and inclusions differ.

What to ask any caterer:

Which service styles they offer – grazing tables, canapés, food stations, shared platters or a plated meal

Whether staff, crockery, cutlery and glassware are included, or hired on top

What cooking equipment they bring and what they need on site, such as power, water and a flat area for a mobile kitchen

How they manage allergies and dietary needs, and how far ahead the final guest list is due

Whether they can serve drinks under their own licence, or whether you supply the alcohol and they provide bar staff

Access matters on the Peninsula. Long driveways, sloping lawns and properties without a commercial kitchen all affect how a caterer plans, so tell them about the site early and send photos if you can.

Get in touch with each caterer through their listing to compare menus. You deal with them directly, and Party Hero doesn't charge a fee.

Canapés and roaming food suit a stand-up engagement party or an evening drinks event
Long-table shared platters work well for a reunion or a relaxed family lunch at a holiday house
A plated meal suits a formal wedding or anniversary dinner, but needs more staff and a proper prep area
Grazing boards and a light lunch fit a baby shower or daytime gathering

Making the Rest of the Day Fit Around the Food

A marquee or open lawn needs tables, chairs and cover – see event furniture hire and marquee hire
If guests are coming down from Melbourne, check accommodation and transport early, as summer weekends fill fast
Agree the timing of speeches and the cake with the caterer, so the kitchen isn't holding hot food
Ask whether the caterer already works with a local event stylist or florist

Before You Book: Catering FAQs

Can a caterer cook at a holiday house or private property?

Yes, most mobile caterers are set up for it. Tell them about the kitchen, power and access in advance, as some will bring their own equipment or need space for a food van.

Do caterers supply staff and equipment?

Many include wait staff, and some include crockery and glassware, but others hire it separately. Ask for a quote that lists food, staff and hire items on separate lines.

How many guests can a Peninsula caterer handle?

It varies by business and by style of service. Grazing and canapés usually stretch further than a plated meal, so ask about the largest group they've served in that format.

Who looks after the drinks?

Some caterers hold a liquor licence and run the bar, while others provide staff to serve drinks you buy. Check what your venue or property allows before deciding.

When should I send final numbers and dietary needs?

Most caterers ask for them one to two weeks before the event, but the timing varies. Send allergies as early as you can so they can plan the menu around them.

What happens if it rains at an outdoor event?

Ask the caterer what cover they need for food prep and service, and whether they'll bring it or expect a marquee. A sheltered prep area is essential even if guests are under cover.

Is catering busier at certain times of year?

Summer, the school holidays and the weeks before Christmas are the busiest on the Peninsula. Enquire early for those dates, especially for a weekend.