Canapé Catering:
At every canapé that event we cater, there’s one item that disappears from trays in seconds. Guests ask about it, talk about it, and request it time and time again. It’s our pulled beef taco, a bite-sized, flavour-packed creation that’s become a signature staple on our canapé menu.
The Perfect Canapé For Your Next Event
This isn’t just any taco. It’s a soft-shell, slow-cooked, melt-in-your-mouth moment, layered with rich pulled beef, creamy guacamole, zingy pico de gallo and drizzled with a sweet lemon juice sauce. It walks the line between comfort and sophistication, and it’s no surprise it’s become our most popular canapé.
The Story Behind The Canapé
The origins of the dish go back to Matt’s childhood. A lifelong fan of bold, vibrant flavours, Matt was drawn to Mexican food from an early age. So when he started curating the canapé menu for Catered By Matt, this taco had to be on it. “We wanted a bite that was fresh, elegant and layered with flavour – and this one ticks all the boxes,” says Matt. “It’s always been one of my favourites, and I love seeing the reaction it gets when people try it for the first time.”
What really sets it apart is the depth of flavour, achieved through hours of slow cooking and attention to detail in the kitchen. It starts with a custom spice blend, rubbed generously over the beef before it’s seared, simmered, and left to cook low and slow in a rich mix of citrus, and aromatics. After 20 hours, the beef is tender enough to fall apart with a fork. The sauce is then blended to a silky finish and folded back through the shredded meat, resulting in juicy, spiced beef that’s full of character.
Each taco is then gently assembled with fresh guacamole and house-made pico de gallo, all nestled in a soft, mini tortilla. Served warm, they tend to vanish almost as soon as they hit the platter.
Presentation is everything in canapé catering
Presentation is everything in premium canapé catering, and these tacos are no exception. Beautifully arranged on modern serving trays and finished with a micro herb or lime wedge, they’re designed to look as good as they taste. You can see them in action in our Instagram video here, and they look just as good in real life as they do on camera.
These little tacos have popped up at all kinds of events, from intimate birthdays and garden parties to luxury activations for Ferrari and Porsche. But whether the backdrop is a private home or a prestige brand event, the feedback is the same: people love them. And one of their biggest fans? Matt’s dad. “It’s hands-down his favourite canapé,” Matt laughs. “He asks for it every time.”
The pulled beef taco is bold, balanced, and endlessly crowd-pleasing. Whether you’re planning an elegant cocktail party, a corporate launch, or something more intimate, it’s a dish that brings a sense of warmth and indulgence to the experience.
It might be just a few bites, but it tells a story.
Catering For Corporate Events
Its not just private events that love this taco, it’s also our corporate clients! It is a rare occasion that we cater a corporate event without having our beef taco on the menu. Being a substantial item, (or a finger food item), it is usually one of the final canapés to be served, and serving this at the end of the night (once everyone has enjoyed a few drinks), is a sure way to make our guests smile.
So What Is Our Most Popular Canapé Menu?
We offer a diverse range of 20+ delicious canapés, but these seven items, are always our most popular!
Pork and chives dumplings, sweet chilli, soy sauce
Pistachio tartlet, goat cheese, olive tapenade, lemon zest, mint
Tuna sashimi, prawn chip, roasted sesame dressing, chives
Peking duck, cucumber, parsley, plum sauce
Pulled beef soft shell mini tacos, pico de Gallo, guacamole
Arancini, portobello mushroom, onion, parmesan, pesto aioli
Chicken and mayo brioche burger, kimchi
What If I Have A Dietary Requirement?
Now that we have sold you on our delicious beef taco, let us show you how we substitute it for guests with dietary restrictions.
Vegetarian Menus
Tomato bruschetta, goat cheese, balsamic, basil
Crispy tartlet with beetroot relish, whipped ricotta, black olive
Parmesan cheese puff, sun-dried tomato, Italian glaze, basil
Pistachio tartlet, goat cheese, olive tapenade, lemon zest, mint
Arancini, portobello mushroom, onion, parmesan, pesto aioli
Cumin roasted broccoli, soft shell tacos, hummus, capsicum, tabbouleh
A Catering Service For Everyone
No matter the occasion, we have you covered! Wether you are having a anniversary celebration, a corporate event, or a casual family gathering, we will have a tasty menu that perfectly suits your event requirements! Choose from our three menu styles:Canapés, Buffet, or Degustation, or, contact our team via the enquiry form and we can help you create the perfect menu.
We can also supply staff for your event, we have a team of incredibly skilled chefs, restaurant trained waitstaff, and first class bar staff. We can also help you organise equipment hire, making us your one stop shop!
A Catering Company You Can Rely On
Planning your next event? Let us help you craft a menu that reflects your style and leaves a lasting impression!
