Last Minute Catering – What You Need To Know

What To Order For Last Minute Catering - Urgent Requests

You have forgotten to organise the catering for your event. Now, you are looking for a caterer, and you need it fast. Typically, in these scenarios, ordering from a supplier who offers pre-packaged drop-off services would be best. However, if you call us, we can organise a last-minute catering canapé delivery.

Same Day Delivery Catering Sydney - Do We Offer A Delivery Service?

If it’s the day of your event, and you need catering asap, don’t place an enquiry, call us directly on our shop mobile – 0466 486 260

Last-minute catering orders will mean you have fewer choices of what you can get. Typically, buffets and degustations will not be an option. You will most likely need to order canapés, grazing boards, or morning tea/afternoon tea options. This could include things like:

  • Our canapé menus

  • Grazing boards – Cheese boards and charcuterie boards

  • Morning Tea – Cold platters of sandwiches, wraps, sweets, and canapés

Next Day Delivery For Unexpected Events

If you are ordering for next-day delivery, you will have more flexibility in your ordering. Whilst we still recommend you contact us directly on our shop mobile, you will also be able to place an online enquiry.

In this circumstance, you will be able to choose from our entire offering (provided we are available and able to accommodate). Your choices will include options from our:

Catering For Dietary Requirements - Gluten Free, Vegetarian, Vegan, Dairy Free

If this is not an urgent order, we will be able to accommodate your dietary needs. Our dietary menu includes a list of canapé, buffet, and degustation options:

Canapé Menu

  • Tomato bruschetta, goat cheese, balsamic, basil v, gfo

  • Crispy tartlet with beetroot relish, whipped ricotta, black olive v

  • Parmesan cheese puff, sun-dried tomato, Italian glaze, basil v


  • Pistachio tartlet, goat cheese, olive tapenade, lemon zest, mint v

  • Arancini, portobello mushroom, onion, parmesan, pesto aioli v, gf

  • Cumin roasted broccoli, soft shell tacos, hummus, capsicum, tabbouleh – vegan

  • Tomato bruschetta, macadamia pesto, balsamic, basil vegan. gfo


  • Pistachio tartlet, pistachio pesto, olive tapenade, lemon zest, mint – vegan

  • Cumin roasted broccoli, soft shell tacos, hummus, capsicum, tabbouleh – vegan

  • Taco shell, cashew san choy bow, lettuce, coriander, sweet glaze vegan

Degustation Menu

  • Harissa carrots, labneh, toasted walnuts, fried basil, basil oil v, gf

  • Roasted cauliflower, cauliflower risotto, pine nut and lemon pesto, fried sage v, gfo

  • Charred roasted cabbage, romesco, leek puree, black garlic puree, lemon vegan, GF

  • Trumpet mushroom, mushroom puree, radish, pickled mushroom verde vegan, gf

  • Confit leek, roasted Jerusalem artichoke, almond nut butter, confit garlic, parsley vegan, gf

Buffet Menu

  • Harissa carrots, labneh, toasted walnuts, fried basil, basil oil v, gf

  • Roasted Brussels sprouts, white rice, tarragon, lemon peel v, gf, df


  • Caesar salad, cos lettuce, parmesan, boiled eggs, Caesar dressing v

  • Beetroot salad, burrata, pickled red onion, endive, pepper berry vinaigrette, basil v, gf

  • Charred broccoli, on a bed of hummus, sweet olive crumb, mint vegan, GF

Corporate Catering Orders For Afternoon Tea Finger Foods - Corporate events

Whilst we do not offer morning tea or afternoon tea on our website, if you call with an urgent catering order for a last-minute catering event (whether it is a corporate meeting or family occasion), we will do our best to accommodate and make sure your event runs smoothly with quality service. A menu we would recommend for last-minute bookings would be similar to the menu below:

Last-minute canapé/grazing board menu:

  • Triple cream brie tartlet, quince paste, raisin, chives 

  • Pistachio tartlet, goat cheese, olive tapenade, lemon zest, mint

  • Smoked salmon rillette cracker, fetta, lemon zest, dill

  • Pulled beef soft shell mini tacos, pico de Gallo, guacamole

  • Chicken and mayo brioche burger, kimchi, chives

  • Cheese Board– Aged cheddar, double cream brie, Gorgonzola, quince paste, fresh and dried fruit, crackers

  • Charcuterie Board – Prosciutto, Sopressa, pancetta, smoked leg ham, fig and pear chutney, mustard, cornichons, soft and crisp bread

Reviews From Recent Events:

  • We used Catered by Matt for our team Christmas party and chose the canapes option and bar service. The food was amazing and everyone loved it! Great service and help with organising in such a short time frame too! Belle Ravagnani

  • I recently organised a lunch for 30 guests and had a wonderful experience working with Matt. His service was excellent, the menu items were delicious, and he went above and beyond on the day to make the lunch and experience perfect for all guests. Thanks Matt! Amy Cotton

  • Recently hired Matt for a last-minute event, and he was nothing short of incredible. From the initial planning to the final touches, Matt and his team were incredibly attentive, ensuring everything went smoothly. Each dish was perfectly prepared and beautifully presented, all of our guests loved. If you’re looking for reliable and top-tier Sydney Catering Services, go for Catered by Matt! Brendan Campbell

  • When we had to organise a last-minute event with no advanced notice, Catered By Matt delivered! They made a menu to suit our budget and accommodated our special requests. We had a casual gathering for 20 guests, and they made a delicious canapé menu for us. There was ample fresh food, delicious snacks, and yummy desserts. Hayley Boulden

  • We were both surprised and impressed with Catered By Matt’s last-minute catering solutions. We had an unexpected last-minute event pop up in our board room in Sydney, and I was stuck with the daunting task of organising catering the day before the event. I called Matt’s team and spoke with Billie. She was able to put Chef Vinnie on the phone, who helped me create a menu. In a 15-minute phone call, they were able to organise two menu options that included fresh salads, delicious proteins, and soft drinks. Even with short notice, they arrived and served high-quality food (and lots of it!). Super impressed! We would highly recommend! Katrina A

Catered By Matt - A Seamless Booking Process, Great Service, And Delicious Food!

Catered By Matt has earned a reputation as one of Sydney’s most trusted and sought-after catering companies. By offering a seamless booking process, delicious food, and great service, we’ve become the go-to choice for clients looking for exceptional catering services without the stress. Specialising in canapé catering, degustation catering and buffet catering, we offer extraordinary catering experiences to private homes, corporate settings, and special events all over Sydney.

Contact us today to plan your next event.

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