There’s something truly special about entertaining at home. It’s intimate, personal, and when done well, unforgettable. At Catered By Matt, we believe luxury events don’t need to happen in grand ballrooms or five-star venues. With the right touches, your own home can be transformed into an elegant, chef-led dining experience your guests will be talking about for years to come.
Catering At Home
Here’s how to bring a restaurant-quality event into your living room, garden, or kitchen.
1. Start With a Vision
Think about the tone of the event. Is it a sit-down degustation dinner, a champagne and canapés celebration, or a garden banquet lunch? Once you know the vibe, assess your home’s layout:
– Can your dining room comfortably seat your guest list?
– Would a banquet table work better than formal plating?
– Is there a flow from indoors to outdoors that could be utilised?
A luxury experience starts with comfort and ease, so creating a plan that works with your space, and not against it, can prove to be incredibly valuable.
2. Bring in the Pros
A luxury at-home event should feel effortless for you and your guests. That’s where we come in.
When you book with Catered By Matt, our team manages everything from menu planning to on-the-day setup and service. You’ll speak directly with Chef Matt to design a menu tailored to your tastes, dietary needs, and event style.
3. Elevate the Setting
It’s not just about the food. Luxury is in the details. Consider:
• Table styling with linen, candlelight, and glassware, and don’t overthink it. The simplest table settings are usually the most attractive.
• Background music to set the tone, acoustic playlists or soft jazz work wonders
• Ambient lighting with lamps or festoon lights to create warmth and depth
Don’t have it all on hand? We can assist you with hiring items to ensure the space looks and feels exceptional.
4. Think About the Flow of the Evening
A seamless event has rhythm, think arrival drinks, a warm welcome, and a natural transition between courses or activities. We’ll help you structure the timing of service to align with speeches, entertainment or sunset drinks in the garden. Even better, you won’t be stuck in the kitchen. Our team takes care of prep, plating, clearing and even cleaning, so you can truly host and enjoy your guests.
5. Make It Personal
Whether it’s a handwritten menu card, a favourite wine pairing, or a signature cocktail named after the guest of honour, small personal touches can elevate your event.
6. We offer two options for grazing tables: Our cheeseboard and our charcuterie board. Both are delicious, and, if you like, we can create one with half of each.
7. Offering delicious food is a great way to host, BUT offering both food and beverage service can make the event even more exciting. Having our professional staff serving wines, beers and cocktails throughout your event is almost a must-have.
Consider What Menu Style Best Suits Your Private Event
At Catered By Matt, we offer three different menu styles, each created for a certain event style. We will help break down each of our menus and how they can best work for your upcoming events.
Canapés:
Great for stand-up cocktail parties, providing bite-sized delights that encourage mingling. Canapé catering is suited for events where guests prefer to socialise while enjoying gourmet bites. Our selection of canapés combines flavour and presentation, making them a hit at cocktail parties and networking events. This option is perfect for weddings, birthday parties, team events, engagement parties, and almost any event where socialising is a must.
Buffets:
Perfect for larger events, offering a diverse range of dishes to cater to everyone’s liking. Our buffet catering service is ideal for events where variety and flexibility are key. Guests can choose from an array of dishes, accommodating different dietary preferences. This style supports a relaxed atmosphere, encouraging guests to interact and enjoy the meal at their own pace. This option is perfect for when you want great food on a budget or just want a laid-back function.
Degustations:
A fine dining experience with multiple courses, showcasing the best that our chefs have to offer. For those seeking a sophisticated dining experience, our degustation menu offers multiple courses, each thoughtfully prepared to delight the palate. This option is perfect for formal corporate events, special occasions, private parties, and anything in between.
Quality Catering Company
Whether you’re celebrating a milestone or simply want to treat your guests to something special, we’d love to help turn your home into a space of fine dining, effortless service, and unforgettable flavour.
Contact us today so we can help you start planning your next event!
