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When we dream about our ideal wedding day, a lot of us picture the weather to be ‘just perfect’ – meaning not a cloud in the sky, a full sun, not too hot and not too cold. Of course, only a tiny portion of us get to experience such an ideal climate – especially here in Melbourne!
At Your Private Chef we’re big advocates for the winter wedding. It may not be the most popular season to tie the knot, but it’s definitely got incredible potential, particularly in the departments of event styling and catering.
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Mini charcoal slider w smoked salmon, dill & cream cheese (slider contains squid ink) from $4.88
A striking mini charcoal slider bun made with squid ink, filled with premium smoked salmon, smooth cream cheese and fresh dill. Light yet flavourful,
No other season elicits the same feeling of wonder and cosiness. Catering for winter weddings is different from other times of the year. During this season we tend to emphasise warm and hearty foods with robust flavours. Like all of our wedding catering options, you can choose from a broad menu as well as customisable options to suit your taste, guests and venue. Food is such an important part of your wedding and in winter, you can use it to warm your guests and welcome them to your special day. The same goes for your drinks list – why not include winter favourites like mulled wine and spiced cocktails?
Our biggest suggestion for winter wedding catering: Think outside the box.
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Condiment: Smoke Chipotle Aioli – 220ml from $13.3
Smoked Chipotle Spiced Mexican dipping sauce
In a previous blog we uncovered our secrets for effective event styling – including our number one tip: getting your theme right.
Stunning winter wedding themes we’ve seen in the past include rustic charm (think log cabins and fire places), warm and indulgent (deep maroons and royal blues) as well as winter wonderland (ice and snowflakes). Whatever you choose, make the most of the season and use winter to make your event extra special.
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Spring Racing Grazing Collection – Cold Canape Station – 10 pieces (Substantial meal, min 15) from $46
Choose a selection of our premier signature canapes to create your table. Delivered in our stylish disposable craft platters 10 pieces is a main meal
At Your Private Chef we can support you through all aspects of the event styling process – from concept and design, to equipment hire and execution.
We Deliver Across Melbourne
From our Caulfield kitchen, we deliver catering to suburbs all across Melbourne — including Brookfield · Vermont · Edithvale · Clarinda · Laverton North · Clyde North and dozens more.
Check out some of our event services here or get in touch with us to talk winter weddings with our team.
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Full menu, packages, and pricing — cooked fresh in our Caulfield kitchen and delivered ready to serve.
How Your Private Chef Helps You with Event Catering
If you’re planning Event Catering in Melbourne and want it handled properly, we make it straightforward. You tell us about your event — guest count, date, location, dietary needs — and we design a custom menu around your guests. Our chefs cook everything in our Caulfield commercial kitchen and we deliver it beautifully presented in eco-friendly platters, ready to serve.
You don’t need to source ingredients, hire a chef, or worry about cleanup. You take the lid off, use your own tongs, and serve. For larger events (typically 80+), we can also arrange chafing dishes, grazing styling, and service staff — quoted separately based on your event.
We’ve spent fourteen years catering Melbourne events — corporate functions, weddings, milestone celebrations, family dinners, and everything in between. Over two thousand events served, four hundred verified customer reviews, full public liability and food safety compliance. The food is the same restaurant-grade craft every time, because our chefs stay in the kitchen rather than getting shipped to events one at a time.
Get in Touch with Your Private Chef
Ready to discuss your event? Get a custom menu and quote in one business day — no obligation. We’ll ask about your guests, your venue, your dietary needs, and your preferences, and we’ll come back with a tailored plan.
Call or text: 0497 333 100
Email: info@yourprivatechef.com.au
Caulfield kitchen pickup or delivery across Melbourne.
