Catering for a Funeral
Catering for a Funeral or Wake is made easy with Diamond Celebrations.
Catering for a Funeral: What You Need to Know
Planning a funeral is an emotional journey, and catering is often an essential part of the process. At Tobin Brothers Funerals, we understand the importance of providing comfort and support during these times, and that includes offering high-quality catering through our sister brand, Diamond Celebrations. Here’s a comprehensive guide to help you navigate catering for a funeral.
Understanding Your Needs
Determining the Number of Guests One of the first questions to consider is how many people will be attending the funeral. A good rule of thumb is to count the immediate family and close friends and then add a percentage to account for additional guests. It’s always better to slightly overestimate to ensure everyone is well-catered for.
Choosing the Right Catering Package Diamond Celebrations offers a variety of catering options to suit different needs and budgets:
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Sweet Celebration: A selection of sweets, tarts, and cakes
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Sandwich Celebration: A selection of ribbon sandwiches
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Silver Celebration: Sweets and ribbon sandwiches
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Platinum Celebration: Ribbon sandwiches and hot appetisers
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Diamond Celebration: Sweets, ribbon sandwiches, and hot appetisers
Each package includes a vegetarian option, and gluten-free options are available upon request. These packages also include tea, coffee, and napery.
How Much Food Per Person?
It can be challenging to work out how much food to provide when catering for any event, let alone a funeral.
One way to determine how much food to order per person is consider the time of day you are catering for. Will people have had breakfast or lunch? Are you simply providing a small snack or looking to provide something more substantial to keep people comfortable a little longer?
You may also wish to consider the preferences and appetites of those attending. Some groups may eat quite lightly, while others may require more generous catering. Grief may render some attendees unable to eat, while others may relish being able to share stories and their condolences over a bite to eat.
For transparency and ease, our packages are priced per person, however, our servings are generous, so if you’re concerned about big appetites speak to our team who can help you decide the right amount of food.
Catering for Dietary Requirements
We understand that dietary requirements are a significant concern and we can accommodate all guests. Diamond Celebrations can cater to special dietary needs at no extra charge. Whether it’s vegetarian, gluten-free, or specific allergies, our team is dedicated to providing delicious and suitable options for all guests.
If you’re unsure, call our Diamond Celebrations team to discuss your options, they welcome all enquiries.
Share Plates for Variety
For those looking to offer a variety of options, share plates are an excellent choice.Â
Each plate serves approximately 10 people and includes 40 pieces, ensuring there’s plenty to go around:
- Hot Appetisers Plate: Beef burgundy pies, sausage rolls, polenta chicken parmigiana bites (GF), and more.
- Vegetarian Hot Appetisers Plate: Panko and parmesan crumbed eggplant chips, pumpkin sage and ricotta rolls, and more.
- Antipasto Share Plate: Marinated vegetables, cured meats, dips, and grissini.
- Devonshire Tea Plate: Traditional scones with homemade raspberry jam and cream.
- Seasonal Fruit Plate: A selection of seasonal sliced fruit.
Why Choose Diamond Celebrations?
Quality and Convenience At Diamond Celebrations, we pride ourselves on delivering quality homemade fare. Our expert team handles everything from preparation to delivery, ensuring a seamless experience for you during this difficult time.
Personalised Service Our team is happy to work with you to customise the menu to suit your preferences and the needs of your guests. We are dedicated to making sure every detail is perfect, so you can focus on what matters most.
You can see more at our Funeral Catering page or download the menu at the Diamond Celebrations website.
How to Arrange Catering
To arrange catering for a funeral, you can call Diamond Celebrations directly at (03) 8468 1770.Â
Alternatively, speak with your Funeral Planner at Tobin Brothers Funerals, and they will coordinate with us to ensure all your catering needs are met.
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