We’ve done hundreds of events. We know what can go wrong, and we make sure it doesn’t.

Timing is everything. We coordinate with your venue, your MC, your photographer, and every other vendor on the run sheet. When you sit down to your first course, it’s there. When speeches wrap up, dessert is ready. Nothing waits, nothing rushes.

The food is exceptional. But it’s the seamlessness that people remember. The feeling that everything just worked.

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Standard from $29.50pp. Antipasto Table $59.50pp. Gourmet Grazing Stretch from $590. Full range and pricing at our grazing table page. Min 40 guests.

Standalone canapé service from $48pp (Festive, 2 hrs). Grand package with hearty bites $59pp (3 hrs). Welcome add-on $21pp when combined with a main meal. Min 40 guests.

3 mains and 3 sides. Add extra mains at $12pp, sides at $8pp. Includes crockery, cutlery, setup and waitstaff. Min 50 guests.

All-inclusive. 3 canapés, 2 hearty bites, 3 bowl food dishes. 3 hours unlimited service. Staff and chef included. Add live paella station +$10pp. Min 40 guests.

Artisan bread, canapés, 2 shared mains, 4 sides, dessert on trays. Staff and chef included. Cake cutting included. Min 60 guests.

2-course $85pp, 3-course $110pp, 4-course $125pp (alternate drop). Includes crockery, cutlery and linen. Vegan seated meals also available. Min 60 guests.

Menus Built Around You

Not a pre-set package with a few swap options. We start from scratch with your tastes, your background, your guests and your vision. The menu is yours.

Run Sheet Coordination

We get your full run sheet and plan catering around it. Speeches, first dance, cake cutting. Every cue is accounted for so food and timing align perfectly.

Every Dietary Need Covered

Vegan, vegetarian, gluten free, dairy free, halal, kosher friendly. Every guest gets something genuinely good. Anaphylactic requirements discussed directly before booking.

We Come Fully Equipped

We bring our own equipment and set up a dedicated kitchen space on-site. Your venue doesn’t need a commercial kitchen. We’ve catered at wineries, gardens, rooftops, barns and beaches.

Wedding Cake Cutting Included

When we handle your full catering service, we cut your wedding cake and serve it on boards for your guests at no extra cost. One less thing to think about.

Complimentary Tasting

For weddings over 70 guests, we offer a complimentary in-person tasting. You taste through your options, we tweak until it’s exactly right, and you lock in the menu with full confidence.

“The food across all three days was absolutely delicious, beautifully presented and incredibly generous. The presentation and overall setup were impeccable and really elevated the experience for everyone attending. Everything felt polished, professional and thoughtfully executed.”

“Lucas, Angela and the whole team from HLB Catering were amazing. They brought such a great energy to our event and made everything feel effortless. The food was delicious and beautifully presented. Our whole team couldn’t stop raving about it. Their kindness and professionalism really stood out.”

“The food was fresh, well presented and very well received. Communication with Leo before and on the day was seamless and reassuring, which made everything feel easy and stress free. Would definitely recommend and will be using them again.”

HLB Catering’s packages range from $29.50pp for a grazing table through to $125pp for a four-course plated dinner. Standalone canapé service starts from $48pp. The Welcome Canapés pack is $21pp but only available as an add-on when combined with a main meal package. Feast Shared Platters are $90pp. Wedding buffet starts from $68pp. Signature Cocktail Pack is $75pp. All prices include GST and are current as at May 2026.

Canapés with hearty bites or bowl food are our most popular choice for Melbourne weddings, keeping the evening social and flowing naturally. Feast shared platters are a close second, with the generous communal feel they bring to the table. For couples who want something more structured and timeless, a seated plated dinner is the classic choice. Most Melbourne couples combine a grazing table during cocktail hour with one of these formats for the main reception.

Yes. For weddings over 70 guests, we offer a complimentary in-person tasting. We sit down together, work through your menu options, and make sure everything is exactly right before you sign off. It’s a chance to meet the team and fine-tune every detail before your day.

Yes. We offer full vegan menus for weddings: Vegan Canapé package $69pp (3 hours unlimited, min 40 guests), Vegan Buffet $75pp (min 50 guests), Vegan Seated Meals from $90pp (2-course) to $140pp (4-course). All standard packages include at least one vegetarian option per category. Gluten free, halal, dairy free and kosher friendly options are available across all menus.

We collect all dietary information ahead of the event and plan the menu around it. On the day, our team manages every requirement without the couple needing to think about it. Every dish is clearly labelled. For guests with severe anaphylactic conditions, we recommend a direct conversation before confirming the booking.

Yes. We bring all equipment and set up a dedicated kitchen space on-site. Your venue doesn’t need an existing commercial kitchen. We’ve catered at wineries, private gardens, rooftops, private properties, barns and beaches across Melbourne and regional Victoria. All we need is a suitable area to work from.

Absolutely, and most Melbourne couples do. A grazing table during arrival cocktail hour followed by feast shared platters is very popular. A Welcome Canapés pack during drinks ($21pp, add-on only) followed by a plated dinner is another great combination. We’ll help you work out what makes sense for your numbers, venue layout and budget.

Yes. When HLB is handling your full catering service, we are happy to cut your wedding cake and serve it on boards for your guests at no extra cost.

Bespoke menu planning, freshly prepared food, professional waitstaff and chef throughout, full setup and food styling, dietary management on the day, run sheet coordination with your other vendors, wedding cake cutting, and complete pack-down and cleanup. We arrive early, set up everything, and leave the venue as we found it.

Minimums vary by package. Canapé packages and grazing tables require a minimum of 40 guests. Buffet requires 50 guests. Feast Shared Platters and Seated Meals require 60 guests. For smaller groups of 30 to 49 guests, a modified buffet setup is available without staff service. Get in touch to discuss your specific numbers and we’ll find the right fit.

Yes. Children up to 5 years: main only (crumbed fish or chicken, chips, tomato sauce) $40pp, or main and dessert $50pp. Children aged 6 to 8 can order from the kids or adult menu. Custom children’s menus are available on request.

The earlier the better, especially for peak season dates from October through March. That said, we always try to accommodate shorter timeframes. Get in touch and we’ll confirm availability for your date quickly. A 50% deposit is required to secure the date. Instalment plans are available for bookings of $6,000 or more.

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