Highest-rated premium canapé catering across the Northern Beaches
5.0 rating from 245 reviews
The Northern Beaches lifestyle is built around effortless, coastal hosting. Canapés, each a balanced bite of flavour, texture, and colour, suit Sydney’s Northern Beaches naturally.
Guests can move freely, glass in hand, across your veranda or just steps from the shore, without the formality of a seated dinner.
At Catered by Matt, we don’t settle for average. Our Northern Beaches finger food catering is part of our premium Sydney catering offering. Impressive menus, effortless service, and food your guests won’t stop talking about.
“We had a great experience with Matt’s team at our home in Mona Vale, Northern Beaches. The food is like something you would experience in a nice 2-hat restaurant”
Host with confidence while we take care of the details. Our Northern Beaches catering is designed to feel smooth from start to finish, whether you’re planning an intimate Mona Vale gathering or a waterfront event in Manly.

Our professional waitstaff circulate with beautifully presented trays, bringing fresh canapés to your guests without interrupting the flow of your event.

A generously styled grazing setup where guests can help themselves at their own pace, perfect for relaxed Northern Beaches gatherings.
Our premium cocktail party menus are chosen by global brands that demand perfection and loved by private hosts who want a stress-free event without losing attention to detail and the best quality.
With great food and beverages, seamless planning, and five-star service, we ensure your Northern Beaches event is remembered for all the right reasons.
From Manly to Palm Beach, we bring five-star finger food catering services to homes, private venues, and waterfront events across the Northern Beaches.
Fast responses, a clear planning process, and a team that handles every detail from first enquiry to final clean-up.
Planning, preparation, service, and clean-up are all handled. Your only job is to enjoy the evening.
Our award-winning chefs bring technical skill and artistry to every menu, turning every canapé into a restaurant-quality bite.
The same care and precision we bring to Ferrari and Céline events comes to your private Northern Beaches function, no matter the size.
Generous, considered, and designed to bring people together. Choose between a family-style shared banquet or a beautifully presented grazing table and we’ll make your guests shower you with so many compliments.
A chef-led dining experience designed to impress. Sequential courses, refined presentation, and restaurant-level execution bring the feel of fine dining directly to your event.
“We hired Matt and his team for a joint 50th for 80 friends at our home in the Northern Beaches and he’s a rare find. From the first phone call to picking up the glasses the day after, the team were professional, flexible, and full of good ideas. Everyone LOVED the food and cocktails, the kitchen was left spotless, and we’ll absolutely use them again.”
“Living in Manly, we wanted to use a local caterer for our first canapé event and Catered by Matt over-delivered. Insanely fast responses, really helpful planning, and the team on the night put on a show that my friends loved.”
“I have attended three Catered by Matt events in the Northern Beaches. The whole team brings a bespoke approach from friendly wait and bar staff to delicious canapés like the Peking duck. Highly recommend for any corporate or personal event.”
Canapés offer a stylish, social way to enjoy delicious food without the formality of a sit-down meal. Perfect for cocktail parties, corporate events, and private celebrations, gourmet canapés are easy to serve, encourage conversation, and deliver bold flavours in miniature form. They’re a favourite for hosts who want to impress with a creative, customised menu that reflects the style of their event.
Canapés can be offered in two ways: by roaming waitstaff or set out as elegant grazing platters. Our professional staff can circulate among your guests, offering warm, beautifully presented canapés, or we can create a styled finger food grazing station. We’ll help you decide what best suits your event flow and style.
Absolutely. Our canapé catering menu is fully customisable. Whether you’re planning a bold cocktail party menu with unique flavours or a classic spread for a corporate launch, our chefs can tailor the dishes to suit your preferences. Choose from gourmet items like cauliflower bites, prosciutto canapés, baby capers, mushroom and cheese creations, and more, or let us help you create something unique.
Canapés are perfect for a wide range of occasions, cocktail parties, milestone birthdays, weddings, business launches, and even corporate dinners. From intimate private gatherings to large-scale business functions, we create memorable experiences for Sydney clients who want exceptional food and flawless service.
Yes, we offer a wide range of finger food that caters to all dietary needs. Our canapé selection includes gluten-free, vegetarian, and vegan options, all clearly labelled and beautifully presented. If you have specific requests, our team will happily design a menu that includes every guest.
Yes, all our events include professional staff who’ve worked in Sydney’s best venues. Our team handles everything from preparation and service flow to post-event clean-up, ensuring a polished, warm, and professional experience to support your event.
We understand that sometimes events pop up unexpectedly. If you need catering for a last-minute cocktail party or urgent business event, reach out to our team. If available, we’ll do everything we can to deliver delicious food and quality service on short notice.
Our canapés catering service includes menu planning, chef-prepared food, waitstaff, and cleanup. From the first guest to the final canapé, our team ensures every detail is handled so you can stay present and enjoy the celebration.
We do. Canapés are ideal for wedding cocktail hours, pre-dinner receptions, or casual garden ceremonies. We’ll help you select the right mix of sweet and savoury items, from gourmet bites to seasonal fruit platters, ensuring every dish reflects the style and energy of your day.
Just get in touch. Fill out our event enquiry form and one of our event coordinators will respond within 24 hours. We’ll guide you through our canapés menu, discuss the flow of your event, and help you craft a tailored experience your guests will talk about long after the last glass is emptied.
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