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The Culinarian Catering Co provides private catering services throughout Melbourne and regional Victoria. The Culinarian will design a bespoke menu tailored to suit your individual taste, style and theme. We are committed to the creativity, flair and attention to detail that your magical day deserves.

The Culinarian believes in individual tastes and styles so each menu is created especially for each client. We utilise the best fresh ingredients available and where possible we are passionate about sourcing local, regional and seasonal produce.

We can also assist with end to end event management services to ensure the seamless coordination of your day. Everything from venue choice, themed table decor and beverage selection through to connecting you with professional partners offering services such as event hire, flowers and entertainment.

Originally hailing from Western Australia's south west, Executive Chef and founder of The Culinarian, Ben Davies, hails from a region renowned for its fine wines, stunning beaches, boutique breweries and sumptuous restaurants. It was here that Ben first developed a passion for exceptional food and service.?? Ben has spent over seventeen years perfecting his craft throughout Australia, the United Kingdom and beyond

Ben's extensive travels have given him an insight into world food and culture, it has also provided the opportunity to work in top tier kitchens and to be involved in a number of high profile events including film premier's, product launches, festivals, exhibitions, celebrity weddings, birthdays and events.?

The Culinarian's experienced team will ensure the flawless preparation and execution of your very special day.

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Service Area Victoria Wide

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The staff were very accommodating and helpful, and the food was delicious!

Owen H.

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As a wedding professional, The Culinarian offers expert advice to help couples plan their perfect day. Ask a question or read their expert advice.

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im having a breakfast ceremony, do i offer champagne or? are people going to want to drink so early

The Culinarian

ABSOLUTELY!! Although I am a chef and we are known for our drinking habits..... No in all seriousness, it is entirely up to you whether or not you serve Champagne. Depending on the timings of your day I would suggest that you should have champagne available but having said that you know your guests better than I do. I would imagine that you are serving your wedding Breakfast at probably around 10:30/11:00am after a 9:30/10am ceremony. Your guests are likely to drink a lot less than a dinner reception however most of them are proably imaginig a beautiful champagne breakfast to celebrate your special day.

The style of catering that you provide may or may not also lend itself to the service of alcohol for instance picture smoked salmon & dill cream cheese bagels and mini quails eggs benedict with a glass of champagne at a cocktail style breakfast vs sit fruit platter & banana muffins which lean more towards a long black and a glass of oj! In the end its your wedding day and its about yourself and your fiance but also keep in mind the context of the day....its a celebration of your love for one another.

I hope you find this helpful!

Cheers

Ben

Executive Chef

The Culinarian

I'm wanting a huge grazing table at my wedding- do many caterers offer this?

The Culinarian

Many caterers are flexible with what the offer but you will find that most will offer grazing tables. We offer a number of different options in terms of grazing tables or what we call stations. We generally work with the client to build a beautiful and unique menu - stations/grazing tables can work incredibly well either on their own or in tandem with canapes. Grazing tables have been very popular for a number of years and most caterers will offer them as an option. I hope this helps!

How old is the cut off for kids meals?

Since kids meals are cheaper, how old does a child have to be before I have to pay for an adult meal for them? I'm trying to decide whether it's worth inviting children at all if I have to pay for expensive meals they probably won't even enjoy.

The Culinarian

All caterers will have a different cut off for kids meals for kids of different ages. It is something that will also vary based on the type of menu you are having, for instance with a cocktail menu it can be hard to stop kids from grabbing adult canapes and so on, with a buffet some kids will eat as much if not more than some adults. Also different kids have different tastes, some kids will eat the same things as aduts where as others will only eat the basic old fashioned kids meals that we have become accustomed to. Its best to check with your shortlisted caterers to find out what their policy on kids meals is if you are having kids at your wedding, that way you know what each offers and it can help you make your decision.