Funeral Catering, Thoughtfully Done

From simple drop-off to premium, fully staffed receptions on the Mornington Peninsula and Greater Melbourne — because sharing a meal is one of the most comforting ways to honour a loved one.

A moment to gather

After a funeral service, coming together over food gives family and friends a quiet space to share stories, find comfort, and simply be together. It doesn't need to be complicated — what matters is that it feels right.

We work with a local Mornington Peninsula caterer who understands the setting. Whether it's a relaxed finger food reception or something more tailored to honour your loved one's style, we can arrange whatever feels right. From simple drop-off service through to a full chef and staffed reception, we handle every detail so you don't have to think about it during an already difficult week.

We've created four clear packages so you can see exactly what's included and what it costs — no surprises, no hidden fees.

Three simple steps

1

Choose a package

Select the level of catering that suits the gathering you have in mind.

2

Tell us your numbers

How many guests you're expecting — we'll calculate the rest.

3

Add any extras

Platters, grazing stations, barista coffee — whatever feels right.

Choose your package

Each package includes ribbon sandwiches, sweet treats, and options to suit your gathering. Tap a package to see the full menu.

Essentials catering package
Essentials
from $23.10 per person
  • 3 sandwich halves
  • 2 sweet treats
  • Drop-off available
Classic catering package
Popular
Classic
from $37.40 per person
  • 3 sandwich halves
  • 3 savoury items
  • 3 sweet treats
Signature catering package
Chef on site
Signature
$53.30 per person
  • 3 sandwich halves
  • 3 hot & cold savouries
  • 3 sweet treats
  • Chef cooking on site
  • Full staff & styling
Premium catering package
Premium experience
Premium
$63.80 per person
  • 3 sandwich halves
  • 6 hot & cold savouries
  • 3 sweet treats
  • Chef cooking on site
  • Full staff & styling

Essentials Package

3 ribbon sandwich halves
2 sweet treats
Disposable boxes

Suggested menu

Classic Package

3 ribbon sandwich halves
3 savoury items
3 sweet treats

Suggested menu

Signature Package

Chef on site
3 hot/cold savouries
Tea/coffee station
Staffed with styling

Suggested menu

Premium Package

Chef on site
6 hot/cold savouries
Tea/coffee station
Staffed with styling

Suggested menu

How many guests?

An estimate is fine — we can adjust closer to the day.

50
guests (tap to edit)

Optional extras

Enhance the reception with platters, a grazing station, or barista coffee service.

Antipasto platter
Antipasto Platter
$176.00 per platter
Feeds ~40 guests
Cured meats, Mount Zero olives, char-grilled vegetables, cheese, house-made dip, semi-sundried tomatoes & fresh fruit with crisp breads.
0
platters
Cheese platter
Cheese Platter
$132.00 per platter
Feeds ~30 guests
Four Australian King Island cheeses with smoked almonds, fresh & dried fruit, quince paste, and crisp breads.
0
platters
Fruit platter
Fruit Platter
$121.00 per platter
Feeds ~30–40 guests
A selection of market-fresh seasonal fruit to freshen the palate.
0
platters
Antipasto grazing station
Antipasto Grazing Station
$14.30 per person
A magnificently styled table of cured meats, olives, char-grilled vegetables, cheeses, dips, sundried tomatoes, fruit, gourmet nuts & fresh breads.
Add antipasto grazing station
Oyster bar
Oyster Bar
$5.50 per oyster
Fully styled oyster bar — freshly shucked oysters, chilli lime & coriander oysters, and Bloody Mary shot glass oysters (non-alcoholic).
0
oysters (dozens)
Cafe style coffee and tea
Café-Style Coffee & Tea
$550 flat fee
Up to 150 guests
Professional barista with cappuccinos, lattes, hot chocolates, iced coffees & gourmet teas. Unlimited for 4 hours.
Add café-style coffee & tea

Catering summary

Select a package above to see your estimate here.

Choosing the right catering

Most families haven't organised funeral catering before, and the questions we hear most often are practical ones. Here's what we've learned from helping hundreds of families on the Mornington Peninsula.

How much food do I actually need?

Around 10 finger food items per person is equivalent to a main meal — it's genuinely filling, not just nibbles. Our packages are built around this, so even the Essentials gives each guest a satisfying amount of food. If you're unsure, we'd rather you have a little too much than not enough — and any leftover food is boxed up for you to take home, so nothing goes to waste. We can always adjust numbers closer to the day.

Should I choose drop-off or staffed service?

It's a big day, and you deserve to be present in it — not worrying about when to put food out, whether the tea station needs refilling, or who's cleaning up afterwards. Having staff means someone else takes care of all of that: setup, styling, timing of when to serve, replenishment, and packdown at the end. You can sit back and be in the moment with your family and friends, knowing everything is being looked after. Our Signature and Premium packages always include full staffing and styling.

Can you cater at any venue?

Our caterer works across the Mornington Peninsula and Greater Melbourne — from chapel function rooms and community halls to private homes, gardens, wineries, and golf clubs. If your venue is more than 50km from Frankston, a small travel fee may apply, but we can cater almost anywhere you choose to gather.

What about dietary requirements?

All menus can be adjusted for dietary needs — vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, dairy-free, and allergen-specific requests. Just let us know during your arrangement meeting and we'll make sure everyone is looked after. The sample menus shown here are examples; your actual menu may vary with seasonal availability.

The styling is part of the care

Our caterer doesn't just drop food on a table. For staffed packages, tables are styled with foraged greenery from the venue surroundings — eucalyptus branches, coastal tea tree, wattle — creating a natural, warm feel that's uniquely Australian. At higher tiers, wooden crates create height and visual interest, and candles add warmth. It's a small detail, but families notice.

Travel fees may apply if your venue is 50+ km from Frankston. All prices include GST.

We'll take care of everything

Whether it's a simple spread or a fully catered reception, we're here to make sure the gathering after the service is one less thing you need to worry about.

All our catering uses locally sourced ingredients, avoids single-use plastics where possible, and is styled with foraged native greenery rather than imported decorations — because caring for the environment is part of how we care for families.

Talk to us anytime — we're always happy to help.

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Our commitment to sustainable services and practices

Guided by ethical choices and community care, our practices are designed to leave the world in a better place while offering families meaningful options that honour both their loved ones and the planet.

Learn more about sustainability
Carbon reduction
Planting 10 trees for every one used
Locally sourced flowers
Digital and paperless options
Ethical pricing for sustainability
Hybrid vehicle fleet (coming soon)