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22/06/2026
Skip the stale sandwiches – our selection of delivered catering options will have your office leaving rave reviews 👏
Swipe across 👉 to see just a few of the delicious menu items in our drop-off catering store right now.
Order online today for your next team meeting, or for a flexible option to celebrate end-of-financial-year: https://www.essentialcatering.com.au/drop-off-catering
**Subject to delivery area and date availability. Visit our website via the link in bio to learn more.
19/06/2026
Your corporate catering experience can be just as exceptional as any other special occasion, so why settle for anything less? ✨
Speak with our dedicated corporate catering & events team to discuss your next event. From boardroom meetings to team training – even the office Christmas party – we make every moment elevated and effortless.
Visit our website to learn more about our corporate catering packages for businesses across Melbourne & the Yarra Valley: https://www.essentialcatering.com.au/corporate-catering-melbourne
17/06/2026
Don't let the cold get you down ❄️ Our winter menu favourites will keep you warm while celebrating this winter!
Visit our website to see the latest seasonal menus – for cozy cocktail parties, to intimate sit-down dinners (and everything in-between). ✨
https://www.essentialcatering.com.au/melbourne-catering-menus
15/06/2026
Kicking off the new financial year in style? Celebrate your team's accomplishments with our tailored EOFY cocktail event package – available to book now. 💫
✨ What you get:
– 5 delicious canapés, plus your choice of 1 substantial menu item
– A selection of beers, wines, assorted soft drinks, mineral & still water
– 2hrs of dedicated wait and bar staff, with your own chef on-site
– Travel and kitchen equipment included*
Speak to our events team about your plans for EOFY to see if our package is right for you.
https://www.essentialcatering.com.au/contact-us
*Minimum of 40 guests, surcharges apply for smaller numbers. Travel included within 45min of Bayswater – travel fees may apply outside this area. Further service hours available at additional cost.
02/06/2026
Your wedding should be unforgettable – for all the right reasons. 💞
Our events and catering team are here to take care of every detail – from the very start of your day to the end of the night – to make your time at Montsalvat effortless.
If you're dreaming of a fairytale wedding in the heart of Melbourne's north-east, reach out to our dedicated team via the link in bio.
Let's bring your love story to life with a day you'll cherish forever. ✨
📸: Citrus 7 Wedding Photography
21/05/2026
Cocktails by candlelight 🍸🕯️ at our venue partner, Naught Gin
Looking for the perfect blend of house-made gin and elegant atmosphere for your next event? Reach out to our team about booking at one of Melbourne's most exceptional function spaces in the heart of Eltham.
12/05/2026
Each moment of your special day made magical – and truly unforgettable ✨
Congratulations to Eliza and John – it was an honour to play a part in bringing your wedding to life.
📍: Yering Farm Wines
📸: Meg Anderson Photography
30/04/2026
Montsalvat Weddings' Barn Gallery brought to life for a beautiful autumn wedding. ✨
Our congratulations to the gorgeous newlyweds – wishing you all the health and happiness in this next chapter of your love story. 💞
29/04/2026
Looking for the perfect Mother's Day out? Join us at Forest Edge Gembrook for an unforgettable special event on Sunday, May 10.
✨ Mother's Day High Tea at Forest Edge
Nestled above the rolling valleys of Gembrook, we're hosting a delicious High Tea where Mum can feel every bit as celebrated as she should be. If Mum's happy place is a delicious spread of finger sandwiches, freshly baked scones and something sweet – with tea and coffee included – this will be an unforgettable day for her.
Reserve your table today via the link in bio.
📸: Fern and Stone Photography
Address
25 Burgess Road
Bayswater North, VIC
3153
To get to Burgess Road in Melbourne via public transport, one can take the train to Hughesdale Station and then walk for approximately 10 minutes to reach the destination. Alternatively, one can also take bus number 624 from Oakleigh Station and get off at the corner of Poath Road and Neerim Road, then walk for about 5 minutes.
For those driving to Burgess Road, there is street parking available near the destination. To reach the location, one can turn onto Hughesdale Road from Poath Road and then turn left onto Burgess Road.
Opening Hours
| Monday |
9am - 5pm |
| Tuesday |
9am - 5pm |
| Wednesday |
9am - 5pm |
| Thursday |
9am - 5pm |
| Friday |
9am - 5pm |
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What people say
Essential Catering & Events is the go-to caterer for any event in Melbourne. They specialize in mobile catering and offer a full-service experience, ensuring that your event runs seamlessly. Their culinary team is made up of energetic foodies with an artisan philosophy who insist on the best. From flawless execution to professional and engaging staff, Essential Catering & Events provides a distinctive experience for every event. They cater for all types of events, including weddings, Christmas parties, corporate or private events. You provide the venue and they will take care of the food and drinks to ensure an unforgettable evening for you and your guests! Whether it's delivered straight to your home or office or at one of their venues, Essential Catering & Events delivers stand-out corporate catering all over Melbourne and surrounds – from Bayswater to Hawthorn and from Monash to the Dandenong Ranges. With their attention to detail and commitment to excellence, it's no wonder why their clients keep coming back!
