

Mornington Peninsula Engagement Catering
One of the best settings in Victoria for a celebration. HLB Catering brings premium food and service to wineries, coastal venues and private estates across the Mornington Peninsula, so you can focus on enjoying every moment.
10+
Years in Melbourne
30+
Years Combined Experience
5.0
Google Rating ★★★★★
100%
Staff & Chef Included
The Setting
The Mornington Peninsula has everything going for it. Coastal venues with ocean views, boutique wineries with rolling vines, private estates with that effortless elegance. It’s a part of Victoria that naturally makes any occasion feel special.
What it needs is catering that matches the moment. Food that looks incredible, tastes even better, and a team that handles every detail so you’re free to actually be present and enjoy it.
That’s what HLB Catering brings to every engagement party we cater on the Peninsula.
What We Handle
Full setup and styling at your venue, 1.5 to 2 hours before guests arrive
Professional wait staff and a skilled chef for the entire event
All dietary requirements handled, including vegan, gluten-free and allergen-specific
Crockery, cutlery and linen included in buffet and seated meal packages
Eco-friendly disposable plates and serviceware for grazing tables
Complimentary tasting for events with 70 or more guests
Full pack-down so you leave with nothing to worry about
Catering Packages
From relaxed grazing setups to elegant seated dinners, every package is designed to make your engagement party something your guests remember.
Grazing Tables
The crowd favourite for engagement parties. A beautifully styled spread of cured meats, artisan cheeses, seasonal produce and breads that becomes the centrepiece of your event. Guests gather, graze and mingle naturally. Styled 1.5 to 2 hours before guests arrive. Eco-friendly disposable plates and serviceware included.
From $29.50pp | Min 40 guests
Canapés
Elegant, beautifully presented bites passed by our team throughout your party. The Festive Canapés Package offers 6 selections over 2 hours, while the Grand Canapés and Hearty Bites package gives you 8 selections across 3 hours. A welcome canapé add-on ($21pp) pairs perfectly with a main meal package.
From $48pp | Min 40 guests
HLB Signature Cocktail Pack
The most complete cocktail-style package we offer. Three hours unlimited service with 3 canapés, 2 hearty bite options and 3 bowl food dishes. All-inclusive, professional staff and chef, no surprise charges. Perfect for a relaxed Peninsula engagement party with great energy and plenty of food variety.
$75pp | Min 40 guests
Feast Shared Platters
Generous platters land on each table and guests help themselves, creating that relaxed, social energy that works so well for engagement celebrations. Starts with artisan bread and canapés on arrival, moves into 2 shared mains and 4 sides, and finishes with dessert on trays. A genuine feast.
$90pp | Min 60 guests
Seated Meals
A refined sit-down dinner served alternate drop. Choose from 2, 3 or 4 courses. The 4-course option opens with chef’s selection canapés, followed by entrée, main and dessert. Includes premium crockery, cutlery, table linen, a shared garden salad and freshly baked dinner rolls.
From $85pp | Min 60 guests
Buffet
A relaxed, well-presented buffet with 3 freshly prepared mains and 3 sides. Includes garden salad, pilaf rice and bread rolls. Styled with fresh flowers, Australian greenery and candlelight. Crockery, cutlery, staff and chef all included. A great option for a casual engagement celebration without compromising on food quality.
$68pp | Min 50 guests
All pricing current as at May 2026.
What Clients Say
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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.
Agora Gynaecology Clinic, Melbourne ★★★★★
Google Review
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Lucas, Angela and the whole team were amazing. They brought such a great energy to our event and made everything feel effortless. The food was delicious and beautifully presented. Beyond just the food, their kindness and professionalism really stood out.
R.S. | Office Event, Melbourne ★★★★★
Google Review
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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.
L.M. | Offsite Meetings, Melbourne ★★★★★
Google Review
Common Questions
Yes. HLB Catering services Melbourne, all suburbs and regional Victoria including the Mornington Peninsula. We work with coastal venues, wineries, private estates and boutique properties throughout the region. Travel considerations are included in your quote.
Grazing tables and canapés are the most popular choices as they keep the atmosphere relaxed and social. The HLB Signature Cocktail Pack is also a great option, giving guests 3 hours of unlimited canapés, hearty bites and bowl food. For a more formal celebration, feast shared platters or a seated dinner work beautifully.
Grazing tables start from $29.50pp, canapés from $48pp, the Cocktail Pack is $75pp, feast shared platters are $90pp, and seated meals range from $85pp (2-course) to $125pp (4-course). All packages include professional staff, chefs, setup and pack-down. Pricing current as at May 2026.
Yes. We regularly cater at wineries, private estates, coastal venues and function spaces across the Mornington Peninsula. We bring everything we need and work within your venue’s setup, so there’s nothing extra for you to organise.
Yes. A complimentary tasting is available for events with 70 or more guests. It’s a great way to sit down, try the dishes and finalise your menu with us before the big day.
All packages include professional wait staff, a skilled chef, full setup and pack-down. Buffet and seated meal packages include premium crockery, cutlery and linen. Grazing tables include eco-friendly disposable plates and serviceware.
Absolutely. We cater to a full range of dietary requirements including vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and allergen-specific needs. We also offer dedicated vegan canapé, buffet and seated meal packages. Final dietary details are confirmed 21 days before your event.
It’s one of the most popular choices for engagement parties. A beautifully styled grazing table creates a centrepiece for the event, gives guests something to gather around and works naturally with a relaxed, mingling atmosphere. It also handles mixed dietary needs very easily.
As early as possible, ideally 3 to 6 months ahead for weekend dates on the Mornington Peninsula. Popular venues and popular catering dates fill quickly. Booking early also gives you time to come in for a tasting and customise your menu.
Grazing tables and canapés start from 40 guests. Buffets require a minimum of 50 guests. Seated meals require a minimum of 60 guests. If your numbers are smaller, get in touch and we can discuss what works best for your event.
Yes, and it works really well. A grazing table as the centrepiece with canapés passed by our team throughout the event gives guests plenty of variety and keeps the energy up. We can tailor the combination to your guest count, venue and timeline.
Yes. A Live Paella Valenciana station can be added to the Signature Cocktail Pack for $10pp (minimum 80 guests). Our chef cooks a traditional Paella Valenciana with chicken, prawns, chorizo and seasonal vegetables right in front of your guests. A great talking point for a Mornington Peninsula engagement party.
Get in Touch
Tell us about your event and we’ll put together a catering package that suits your venue, your guest count and the experience you want to create. We’d love to be part of making it a celebration your guests talk about for years.
events@hlbcatering.com.au | (03) 8503 7394
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