Can’t deal with the idea of catering all by yourself?
We parents know all too well just how much time and effort go into hosting a party. And when it’s a birthday party for your child, you want to make it extra special. But doing all that work isn’t always easy (especially if you’re a working mum!). Our solution? Hire a caterer! We’ve listed our favourites around town who will (ahem) cater to your every need, be it food, drink, cakes and more. All you need to do is kick up your heels and enjoy the party (for once!).
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Give your kiddos a reason to brag on their special day and hire the chefs who did the backstage catering for Lady Gaga, Maroon 5, Clockenflap and more! With a goal of making events delicious, Chef Dennis and Chef Anouska turned a small café into one of Hong Kong’s largest catering company. Choose the gammon ham and brie rolled crepes on sticks, beef burgers on colourful buns or fresh fruit skewers with marshmallows. Fancy something a bit different? Go with the Bento Boxes featuring roast duck and cucumbers in tortillas and pan-seared red mullet with linguine.
Delicious, 13 Po Tuck Street, Sai Wan, Hong Kong, 6641 7895, [email protected], www.delicious-hk.com
Shamrock is well known for its children’s party catering with menu items including mini pizzas and “ants on sticks” – check out its extensive choices on its kids’ parties menu, or request something off the menu to suit all your event needs. And if you’re looking to really make it the kids’ party of the year, consider throwing in a cotton candy machine or a chocolate fountain! Shamrock can even take care of providing games and entertainment for your kiddos.
Shamrock Catering Group, 19/F Leader Centre, 37 Wong Chuk Hang, Aberdeen, 2547 8155, [email protected], www.shamrock.com.hk
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We are big fans of Chef Tom Burney’s Invisible Kitchen. Its nutritious and healthy food doesn’t skimp on flavour and holds the title of one of Hong Kong’s greenest caterers. Present your guests with a range of tasty canapés and mouth-watering dishes all attentively delivered by its wait staff or a personal chef. Or, opt for a buffet menu and add on the children’s menu. With kid-friendly food options like fried rice, cheese straws and pita pizzas, your littlest gourmands are sure to be impressed.
Invisible Kitchen, Unit 8, 24/F Honour Industrial Building, 6 Sun Yip Street, Siu Sai Wan, 2711 5788, [email protected], www.invisiblekitchen.com
Doesn’t every little one love a sweet treat, especially on their birthday? Specialising in classic birthday cakes, cupcakes and a ton of pastries, brownies, meringues and éclairs, Sweet Secrets will make your kids’ birthday party a truly delectable one! If you want to balance out all the sugary delights, Sweet Secrets offers a large selection of savoury items to choose from such as finger sandwiches, cheddar puffs and cheesy pinwheels. For those with special diet requirements, Sweet Secrets also caters to gluten, egg, and nut intolerances. Perfect.
Sweet Secrets, WhatsApp: 9371 9089, [email protected], [email protected], www.sweetsecrets.com.hk
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One of Sassy Mama’s favourite sandwich shops (and go-to lunch spots!) now offers healthy, delicious and full catering meals for junk boat parties, office get-togethers, summer picnics and of course, kids birthday parties! If you’re looking to serve your guests a variety of sandwiches, salads, pastries, drinks and other tasty treats, Knead will have you sorted in no time. Just tell the team at Knead what you want, how you want it and when you need it, and they will personalise a special catering menu just for you. All you have to do is wait for the compliments on securing such a fab meal!
Knead, 28 Jervois Street, Sheung Wan, Hong Kong, 2851 7778, [email protected], www.kneadhk.com
Introduced by the popular local Tsui Wah chain restaurants in Hong Kong, Supreme Catering prepares and delivers high-quality dishes to a variety of events including children’s birthday parties! The Kid’s Happy Birthday Party menu includes a variety of crowd-pleasing favourites your little ones (and their guests!) will love. Special, tailor-made menus are available upon request, and a discount on cake is thrown in for all birthday packages.
Supreme Catering, Unit A, 3/F Yau Tong Industrial Building, Block 1, Shung Shun Street, Yau Tong, 2357 9222, www.supremecatering.com.hk
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If you’re keen on keeping your kids’ birthday parties clean and healthy, Relish introduces its unique menu made entirely with fresh, seasonal produce. Let them handle all the cooking, washing, lifting and organising while you sit back and give your kid the best birthday party ever! While they don’t have a specific children’s menu, they are the experts when it comes to bespoke catering. Have a chat and discuss your needs. We think the casual menu works for a kids’ party and includes grilled salmon, beef tenderloin and BBQ specialities. It also has a petite pot dessert menu and muffins, scones and cookies. Don’t ignore its whole cakes menu; our personal favourite is the Relish Signature Whipped Chocolate Ganache Cake.
Relish, 128 2nd Street, Sai Ying Pun, 3481 1924, www.relish-kitchen.com
Give your kiddos a taste of international cuisine on their birthday with Gingers’ kid-friendly menu. You can get the food delivered to your home and also rent its equipment for the day – everything is taken care of! Whether it’s sandwiches, tarts, canapés or chicken potstickers, these folks know just how to make your tiny tots happy. If you’re hosting an intimate family gathering or a large event party, Gingers has you covered with its range of international flavours. Offering up a diverse menu for your selection, it can cater your party either with or without a chef to prepare your food.
Gingers, A1 Lower Ground, Hing Wah Mansions, 2 Oaklands Path, Mid Levels, 2964 9160, [email protected], www.gingers.com.hk
You may have seen Habitu dotted around town, and maybe even stopped for a little caffeine fix. But did you know it also caters? Bringing rustic, bespoke European flavours, you can indulge in its bakery box full of delectable pastries, or order a sharing platter and pass the nibbles around. Holding a party for your teen and need something more sophisticated? The goat cheese, lemon zest and beetroot tartines and the truffle cotto ham and melted cheese tea sandwiches will have your pretty miss or suave mister sipping their teas with their pinkies up. Finish it all off with one of Habitu’s cakes. Did we mention it offers a butler service to set up tables, serve food, look after guests, take photos, and more?
Habitu, various locations, 3550 0023, www.habitu.com.hk
For those on the search for themed party ideas and creative custom cakes, look no further than Ali Oli! Established in 1986, it’s more than experienced in providing customers of all ages with homemade style catering for all occasions. With Ali Oli, you’ll have the chance to chat with the executive chef in regards to your menu, so whether you are after simple sandwiches or varied international cuisines, they’ll be able to help. The chefs will even design themed cakes in a variety of designs, flavours, and toppings! Let one of Hong Kong’s oldest catering companies work its magic and take care of everything you put on the menu. And if you’re still looking for a venue, you can host your party at its cafe too!
Ali Oli Bakery, G/F, 11 Sha Tsui Path, Sai Kung, 2792 2655, [email protected], www.alioli.com.hk
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Sausalito’s staff are more than well acquainted with catering for our precious tots. With lots to offer on its menu from special coffee blends to refreshing salads, its simple but incredible combinations of ingredients are sure to satisfy any guest. Our favourites include the Thai Chicken salad and turkey deluxe ciabatta, and that’s before we get started on the sweet stuff!
Cafe Sausalito, G/F 201 Tai Nam Street, Sham Shui Po, 3689, 3292, www.cafesausalitohk.com
If nutrition and choice are equally important to you, you’ve found your match with Nosh’s fuss-free buffet catering. Best known as a meal plan and office lunch delivery service, it serves only organic quinoa, grass-fed beef, hormone-free chicken, and the freshest ingredients, making sure your guests are getting the quality they deserve. We like the sound of the roasted potato and corn salad and the cauliflower mac and cheese for the younger kids, and the jerk chicken salad with sweet chilli dressing and the sweet potato mashed with honey mustard sauce for the mamas and papas. Don’t forget to indulge (it is a celebration after all!) with some cheesecake or a green tea tart.
Nosh, 2388 1999, [email protected], www.nosh.hk
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Editor’s Note – This post was originally published on 5 July, 2018 and updated on 20 November, 2019
Featured image courtesy of Getty, image 1 courtesy of Delicious, image 2 courtesy of Shamrock Catering Group via Instagram, image 3 courtesy of Invisible Kitchen via Instagram, image 4 courtesy of Sweet Secrets via Facebook, image 5 courtesy of Knead, image 6 courtesy of Supreme Catering via Instagram, image 7 courtesy of Relish Kitchen, image 8 courtesy of Gingers, image 9 courtesy of Habitu, image 10 courtesy of Ali Oli Bakery via Instagram, image 11 courtesy of Cafe Sausalito via Instagram, image 12 courtesy of Nosh.
