Our Services
We are focused on delivering exceptional event experiences that showcase our passion for food, fun and celebration. We provide our clients with authentic, creative and transparent catering and event services.
Our commitment to authenticity, creativity and gracious hospitality drives us to continuously evolve and innovate setting the benchmark for excellence in the Melbourne catering and event industry.
We are highly competent in all areas but specialise within four distinct areas.
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Weddings
From romantic and whimsical garden weddings to luxurious and opulent ballroom affairs. We bring your dream wedding to life ensuring that your special day is nothing short of magical.
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Corporate
Impress your guests clients, employees, and stakeholders with professional and sophisticated corporate events that leave an impression.
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Social
Celebrate life’s milestones and special moments with our tailored catering and event management services for private celebrations.
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Launches & Activations
Step into the world of glamour and style with our premium catering and event management services tailored for launches and activations across a multitude of industries.
Our Service Detail
With our expertise and skilful attention to detail, we are dedicated to making your event celebration an unforgettable experience.
At times the service can have a significant impact on an event. Our team brings confidence, professionalism, warmth and knowledge. We have the skill and charm to anticipate guests' needs and keep the celebration going, whilst offering authentic and professional service delivered with privacy and discretion.
At the heart of every event lies its culinary experience, where food is not just nourishment but a reflection of you and the centrepiece of the gathering. Catering an event is an art that unites guests, sparking joy and conversation, transforming your event into a memorable experience. Our dedication to detail ensures that your event will be remembered not just for its visual appeal, but for the warmth and hospitality experienced by guests.
Our approach is simple but honed by years of experience. We create unforgettable events on any scale, for any occasion or location. We assist with every detail working with you to create your own event experience.
We will listen, ask, recommend and collaborate to create something truly special based on what is important to you!
Each event has its own unique approach, our menus are designed to reflect your individuality. With deep culinary expertise, we craft menus that elevate your experience, creating a culinary narrative that delights your palate and enriches your event.
Menu Curation
Beverage Curation
A curated beverage offering is an essential aspect to help you impress any audience. Our service can include sommelier paired wines, bespoke cocktails, large format wines to branded ice blocks. We ensure every sip complements the overall experience.
Service Team
Our team are often the guests first impression. We have developed a committed and experienced team, expertly trained in service excellence.
The service journey commences with our experienced event managers, our fully qualified chefs and our professional onsite events team. This can extend to door hosts, valet and toilet attendants to pamper your guests on request. Our highly skilled Cookes team is what sets us apart and is a key element to our continued success.
Styling
We create bespoke experiences with a style guide that brings your event to life. We are informed by your environment and vision and work collaboratively with a range of premium suppliers. We consider the following elements from furniture, napery, florals, tablescape, lighting and custom elements. We remain dedicated to protecting and realising your vision.
Event Management
Our comprehensive project management covers all aspects of your event, from ideation, planning and production to staffing and budgeting. Informed by the latest trends, your vision and requirements. We are brilliant and experienced at translating your event vision with comprehensive knowledge of benchmarked suppliers. Our offering can include workshops, onsite meetings, supplier meetings and tastings, event and supplier coordination and management.
Luxury Tents & Premium Marquees
We provide aesthetic and practical solutions for your bespoke event celebration. We are aware of the latest and greatest options and consider logistics, functionality and operational requirements including, custom builds, climate control and lighting requirements whilst ensuring we integrate the all-important aesthetic requirements.
Furniture
Staging the location with the most appropriate furniture is a crucial event aspect. Our expertise and supplier knowledge allows us to integrate the most appropriate pieces whilst considering form and function, ensuring both guest comfort and aesthetic appeal.
Our floral arrangements and installations bring undeniable beauty and sophistication and at times incredible aroma to any setting. We understand the power flowers can bring, and can complement the occasion and play an integral part of your event story. We work with a range of Melbourne's best florists that suit a range of event styles.
Florals
The infrastructure of an event plays a critical role allowing us to deliver your unique experience in any environment. We handle the procurement of all necessary equipment for both the kitchen and service team, ensuring each element integrates with the event design and environment.
Equipment Hire
Table Linen
Our access to exquisite table linen collections are extensive. We can also have bespoke napery designed just for you. The napery is selected to elevate the aesthetic of your event, offering a luxurious look and feel. Each piece is chosen for its quality and texture. We ensure a cohesive and elegant look that enhances the experience for your guests.
Entertainment
Entertainment is a vital component that brings energy, life and impact to your event. Whether it's live music, a DJ, or interactive performances, we curate entertainment that aligns with your vision and keeps your guests engaged and entertained throughout the event.
Audio Visual Management
Cohesive lighting and music amplifies your key event moments and their involvement differs for each event. Professional and experienced technicians are essential to maintain your event flow and hit their cues at the right time. Often overlooked, superior audio and visual requirements always enhance the guest experience.
Venue Selection and Management
We have developed and built relationships with some of Victoria's most exciting and extraordinary venues, rustic farms, edgy warehouses, gala ballrooms, to an iconic piece of architectural history. Or share your vision and we’ll be happy to help find the right location. We love uncovering new and exciting locations for your event celebration.
Onsite Amenities
Onsite amenities form an essential aspect of your event and pending the location can have larger implications. We consider occupational and safety standards when arranging power, running water, refrigeration, sullage, operational lighting and amenities including waste management, toilets and powder rooms. We ensure these mobile amenities are reflective of your event style and occasion.