Finger food catering is one of the most versatile choices for Melbourne events, and at Catering By Chefs, it’s something we’ve been doing exceptionally well since 1995. Birthday gatherings at home, cocktail-style wedding receptions, corporate networking events, and Christmas parties for the whole team. Whatever the occasion, our finger food menus are built to keep guests genuinely satisfied from the first bite through to the last.
With over 30 years of experience as a finger food catering specialist in Melbourne, Phil and his team bring fresh, locally sourced ingredients, a wide variety of hot and cold selections and a polished, professional service to every event we cater for across the city and surrounding suburbs.
Finger Food Catering – The Perfect Choice for Almost Any Occasion
Our Melbourne finger food catering service is perfectly suited to a wide range of events, including:
Finger food works particularly well for events where guests are mingling. It allows everyone to move freely, socialise comfortably and enjoy a wide variety of food without the formality of a sit-down dinner.
Established &
Catering Service Since
1995
Why Choose Catering By Chefs For Finger Food Catering?
Finger food from Catering By Chefs can drastically add charm to events not just by feeding your stomach but also your soul. We are very proud of being loved by everyone, like young and old generations. Our dynamic range of finger foods menu consists of both traditional and now-age items, that enable your guest to gossip uninterruptedly while enjoying.
We have years of extensive experience in planning and managing different types of events and different audiences with evolving food requirements. Call us now or share your requirements, and our consultant will get back to you within 24 hours.
Our Passion & Variety In Quick-Pick Food
Our professional staff combines sheer passion, wealth of experience, creativity, and calculative risk to ensure the tastiest finger foods catering in Melbourne. Our delicious platters and variety of cuisine can make you feel like a food carnival in your mouth. Let us satisfy your souls with mouthwatering categories of finger foods like sweet treats, cheeses, quick tarts, and crackers.
Freedom and Flexibility With Finger Foods Packages
Our team at Catering By Chefs has thoughtfully created a variety of food to cater to broad audiences, including vegan, vegetarian, and gluten-free. We guarantee your guests will leave with smiles without compromising health. We offer flexible and budget-friendly catering packages that meet your taste preferences and event theme. Let’s make the most out of your budget, making your occasion grand and memorable with excellent finger food catering services in Melbourne.
Three Flexible Options to Suit Every Budget and Guest Count
Our cocktail and finger food catering packages are available for events from 30 guests and above. All packages include a uniformed chef, a mix of hot and cold menu items, substantial items and desserts, all serving ware and equipment, set-up and service of food, high-quality napkins and full pack-away and clean-up once food service has ended. A uniformed waiter is included for events of 50 or more guests, with one additional wait staff member for every extra 50 guests.
All prices are plus GST. Pricing may vary depending on the day of the week, time of event, location and distance. Sunday` and public holiday events may incur additional costs.
Self-Catering Package
For smaller gatherings or clients who prefer to manage the service themselves, we also offer a self-catering option. Cold items are packed in grazing boxes, and hot items are packed on oven-ready trays with full reheating instructions, ready for you to serve at home. Self-catered orders can be collected or delivered at an additional cost. Please note that some menu items cook better on-site and may not be available as part of the self-catering option.
For events under 30 guests, please call Phil directly on 0407 633 322 to discuss your requirements. Smaller events are considered on a case-by-case basis.
Tempting Finger Food & Canapés Catering Menu
MENU OPTION 1
At Catering By Chefs, our master chefs have thoughtfully curated a range of tempting and delicious finger foods menu for all invents, including corporate events, private events, weddings, community events, and much more.
We have a myriad of finger food varieties available for different occasions and budgets. Choose any of them or discuss your custom requirement; our highly professional staff will come, cook, cater, and clean!
Cold Finger Foods
Chicken Breast Waldorf on French Bread
Mexican Prawn Salsa with Coriander on Corn Crisps
Pan-fried Chorizo, Bocconcini & Cherry Tomato Skewers
Smoked Salmon and Cucumber Rosettes
Savoury Chive Pancake with Corn & Coriander Topping
Virginian Ham, Mustard Mayo & Sprout Pinwheels
Turkish Bread Dippers with EVO Oil, Dukkah Spice, Kalamata Olives
Assorted Mini Rice Paper Rolls
Quinoa Salad with Kale, Sweet Potato, Sunflower and Pumpkin Seeds
Pearl Barley Cups with Rst Corn Crunchy Veg and Dried Cranberry
Smoked Salmon, Ricotta, and Avocado Tartlets
Roasted Vegetable Skewers with Salsa Verde
Hot Finger Foods
Indonesian Style Chicken Breast Skewers
Mini Beef Ravioli Pillows in Caponata Sauce
Mini Hot Dogs with American Mustard Tomato Ketchup
Wok Tossed Prawn Cutlets with Lemon, Basil & Garlic
Spanish Rice Boats with Coriander and Chorizo Sausage
Southern Fried Chicken Ribs with a Tangy Ranch Dressing
Hot Rst Pumpkin Arancini with Feta and Rosemary
V = Vegetarian | GF = Gluten Free
Vegetarian and Vegan Finger Foods
Stuffed Jalapeno Peppers
Mini Mexican Empanadas VT
Our Famous Miniburgers
Cocktail Arancini VT, GF option
Falafel with Beet Hummous & an Olive VG, GF
Vegetarian dumplings VG
Veg. Medallions w/ Balsamic Beet Relish VG
Steamed Gyoza & Dim Sims VG
Curry Puffs
Pizzette incl. VT
Gourmet Quichelets
Camembert Wedges with Spicy Plum
V = Vegetarian | GF = Gluten Free | MV = Can be modified to become a Vegetarian dish
Tempting Finger Food & Canapés Catering Menu
MENU OPTION 2
At Catering By Chefs, our master chefs have thoughtfully curated a range of tempting and delicious finger foods menu for all invents, including corporate events, private events, weddings, community events, and much more.
We have a myriad of finger food varieties available for different occasions and budgets. Choose any of them or discuss your custom requirement; our highly professional staff will come, cook, cater, and clean!
COLD SELECTION
Gourmet mini roast beef & horseradish cream Vienna rolls
Chicken san choy bow in crisp lettuce cups
Sweet corn pancakes with shredded paprika chicken topping
Assorted sushi selection
Assorted dips, crackers, mixed nuts & dried fruit
Smoked salmon lavoch with capers and dill
Roast beef on toasted garlic baguette with sundried tomato and olive tapenade
Peri Peri chicken breast on herb pancake
Smoked Salmon, Ricotta and Avocado tartlets
Roasted Vegetable Skewers with Salsa Verde
HOT SELECTION
Pulled pork with smoked chipotle drizzle in a mini Vienna roll
Spinach and ricotta dumpling w tomato reduction
Caramelised onion & brie cheese tartlets
Tassie Salmon and lime skewer with dill creme fraiche
Individual cups, gnocchi bolognaise with fresh parmesan
Greek style meat balls with homemade tomato sauce & oregano sauce
Spiced lamb in filo with mint yoghurt
Mildly spiced Mexican Taquitos
V = Vegetarian | GF = Gluten Free | MV = Can be modified to become a Vegetarian dish
Tempting Finger Food & Canapés Catering Menu
MENU OPTION 3
At Catering By Chefs, our master chefs have thoughtfully curated a range of tempting and delicious finger foods menu for all invents, including corporate events, private events, weddings, community events, and much more.
We have a myriad of finger food varieties available for different occasions and budgets. Choose any of them or discuss your custom requirement; our highly professional staff will come, cook, cater, and clean!
COLD SELECTION
Fresh chopped bruschetta with garlic Vienna loaf
Smoked salmon mini buns with crème fraiche
Thai beef salad spoons & julienne vegetable
Spanish chicken, chorizo and rice bamboo boats
Smoked Salmon, Ricotta and Avocado tartlets
Roasted Vegetable Skewers with Salsa Verde
HOT SELECTION
Mini crumbed chicken burger with lemon mayonnaise and iceberg lettuce
Mini open top prawn and lobster pie
Mini gourmet beef burgers with tomato relish & sesame bun
Mini chicken parmigiana with baby spinach leaves
Home made savoury scone with crab salad
HOT SEAFOOD SELECTION
Plump Chilli and coriander scallops with wasabi mayo
Tender Sesame calamari with tartare sauce
Salt and pepper prawns with herb yoghurt
ADDITIONS
Swap or add any of these items. Please note some items may incur an extra cost.
COLD SELECTION
Smoked salmon bagels with creme Fraiche
Asian spoons of soba noodles and shredded hoisin chicken
Freshly shucked oyster with chilli and ginger oil
Roasted vegetable frittata
Mini prawn cocktail cups with homemade cocktail sauce
Bloody Mary oyster shot
Smoked Salmon, Ricotta and Avocado tartlets
Roasted Vegetable Skewers with Salsa Verde
HOT SELECTION
Chicken breast tartlets with spinach and haloumi cheese
Seafood bisque served in shot glasses
Chorizo sausage, seared scallop and coriander pesto
Thai style green curry prawn shooters
Chicken pancetta bites with tapenade
Special fried rice cups with oriental BBQ Pork
Lemon and poppy seed crumbed scallops with wasabi mayonnaise
Whiting and chips served in a mini box
Thai style green beef curry in individual bowls
Prawn Mornay in pastry shell with pecorino cheese
Chicken breast satay on savoury rice in bamboo boats
V = Vegetarian | GF = Gluten Free | MV = Can be modified to become a Vegetarian dish
Tempting Finger Food & Canapés Catering Menu
MENU OPTION 4 – DESSERT MINIS
At Catering By Chefs, our master chefs have thoughtfully curated a range of tempting and delicious finger foods menu for all invents, including corporate events, private events, weddings, community events, and much more.
We have a myriad of finger food varieties available for different occasions and budgets. Choose any of them or discuss your custom requirement; our highly professional staff will come, cook, cater, and clean!
DESSERT SELECTION
Chocolate dipped; cream filled profiteroles
Lemon and poppy seed cake
Choc cherry layer cake
Passion fruit squares
Orange syrup cake
Mini salted caramel doughnuts
V = Vegetarian | GF = Gluten Free | MV = Can be modified to become a Vegetarian dish
Quality, Freshness and Professionalism at Every Event
We Bring Our Full Catering Service to You
Catering By Chefs delivers finger food catering services across Greater Melbourne and Regional Victoria, including:
Hampton · Brighton · Sandringham · Bayside · Cheltenham · Mentone · Moorabbin · St Kilda · Port Melbourne · South Melbourne · Melbourne CBD · Southbank · Richmond · Fitzroy · Carlton · Hawthorn · Camberwell · Glen Iris · Malvern · Toorak · Caulfield · Elsternwick · Doncaster · Box Hill · Ringwood · Bayswater · Glen Waverley · Frankston · Dandenong · Keysborough · Werribee · Footscray · Essendon · Tullamarine · Craigieburn · Epping · Eltham · Preston · Northcote · Heidelberg · Ivanhoe · Bacchus Marsh · Geelong · Mornington Peninsula · Phillip Island · and all of Regional Victoria.
Not sure if we cover your area? Call Phil on 0407 633 322, and we will do our best to help.
