Latin American Wedding Catering in Melbourne
Your wedding deserves food that tells a story. 50 years of family recipes, naturally gluten-free, delivered hot to your venue. From intimate ceremonies to grand receptions.
Get a Wedding QuoteWhy Couples Choose Latin American Wedding Catering
Naturally Gluten-Free
No last-minute GF alternatives needed. Every guest eats the same incredible menu — arepas, empanadas, plantains, and slow-cooked meats are all naturally free from gluten.
Built for Sharing
Hot chafing dishes of carne mechada, turmeric rice, and black beans create that communal, celebratory feeling. Your guests will gather around the table and connect.
Visually Stunning
Golden arepas, green guasacaca, colourful plantains — your photographer will thank you. Latin American food looks as incredible as it tastes.
Dietary Inclusive
Naturally dairy-free options, vegetarian-friendly, and halal-friendly proteins available. One menu that works for almost every dietary need.
Wedding Catering Packages
The Abuela Feast — Wedding Buffet
$28 per personBest for: 50–500 guests
Our most popular wedding package. Hot chafing dishes with carne mechada (slow-cooked shredded beef), turmeric rice, black beans, guasacaca, and fresh arepas. Creates a relaxed, festive atmosphere where guests serve themselves.
- ✓ Carne Mechada
- ✓ Turmeric Rice
- ✓ Black Beans
- ✓ Guasacaca (avocado sauce)
- ✓ Fresh Arepas
- ✓ Chafing dishes & serving equipment
- ✓ Hot delivery to your venue
Latin Lunchboxes — Cocktail Weddings
$19.50 per personBest for: 10–200 guests
Perfect for cocktail receptions and outdoor weddings. Each guest gets their own box with a stuffed arepa, baked plantains, and a mini alfajor cookie. Elegant, individual, zero mess.
- ✓ Stuffed arepa (chicken, beef, or black bean)
- ✓ Baked sweet plantains
- ✓ Mini alfajor cookie
- ✓ Individual compostable box
Fiesta Bites — Canapé Hour
$60 per box of 20Best for: Any size
Premium tequeños (cheese sticks) and mini baked empanadas — the perfect icebreaker during cocktail hour or while photos are being taken.
- ✓ Premium tequeños
- ✓ Mini baked empanadas
- ✓ 20 pieces per box
What Couples Say
"La Charito catered our wedding and our guests are still talking about it. The Abuela Feast buffet was stunning — Carne Mechada, arepas, the lot. Having a naturally gluten-free menu made it so easy for everyone to enjoy without worry."
Wedding Catering FAQ
How far in advance should I book?
We recommend 2-4 weeks minimum. Peak wedding season (October-March) fills fast. The earlier you book, the more flexibility we have with your menu.
Can you cater outdoor weddings?
Absolutely. Our Latin Lunchboxes are perfect for outdoor and garden weddings — no cutlery or tables needed. For buffet setups, we provide chafing dishes and serving equipment.
What about dietary requirements?
Our entire menu is naturally gluten-free. Many dishes are also dairy-free. We can accommodate vegetarian requests and halal-friendly proteins. Full allergen labelling on every item.
Do you provide staff?
We provide hot delivery, setup, and all servingware. For full-service staffing (waiters, bar staff), we can recommend trusted partners.
Planning Your Melbourne Wedding?
Let us bring 50 years of Latin American family tradition to your big day. Naturally gluten-free, from $19.50 per person.
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