Extend the Celebration with Exceptional Pre & Post Wedding Catering
Your wedding day is a once-in-a-lifetime event, but the celebrations don’t have to start and end there! At The Italian Job Catering, we offer Pre & Post Wedding Catering to make the days leading up to and following your wedding just as memorable.
Whether you're planning a relaxed rehearsal dinner, an elegant welcome event, or a casual recovery brunch, our tailored catering ensures your guests enjoy delicious, stress-free dining experiences.
From grazing tables and cocktail-style canapés to family-style feasting and next-day brunch spreads, we create bespoke catering solutions for every stage of your wedding festivities.
Explore our full range of menus and offerings!
Why Choose Pre & Post Wedding Catering?
Stress-Free Dining
Our catering ensures you can focus on your wedding while we take care of delicious meals for you and your guests.
Versatile Menu Options
Whether it’s a casual grazing table, a gourmet sit-down feast, or a relaxed recovery brunch, we have something to suit every occasion.
Sustainable & Locally Sourced
We use fresh, seasonal ingredients and operate with an eco-friendly, zero-plastic policy to create meals that are as sustainable as they are delicious.
Seamless Catering Experience
From private villas and Airbnb rentals to wedding venues and outdoor spaces, we bring high-quality catering to any location.
Professional Chefs & Event Staff
Whether you need private chef service, buffet-style dining, or drop-off catering, we provide the perfect level of service for your event.
Pre-Wedding Catering Services
Kick off your wedding celebrations with a beautiful dining experience that brings your loved ones together. Whether you're hosting a welcome dinner, rehearsal meal, or pre-wedding brunch, we’ll create a menu that sets the perfect tone for your big day.
Rehearsal Dinner Catering (Relaxed & Elegant Feasting Before the Big Day!)
A rehearsal dinner is a wonderful way to bring together close family and friends before your wedding. Whether you prefer a seated meal, a casual pizza night, or a grazing-style feast, we can create a relaxed dining experience to suit your vision.
Popular Options for Rehearsal Dinners:
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Shared Feasting Banquet – An elegant family-style dining experience.
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Cocktail Canapés & Grazing – Perfect for mingling and toasting to the big day.
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Wood-Fired Pizza Night – A fun, casual way to bring everyone together.
Pre-Wedding Welcome Dinner & Grazing Tables (The Perfect Icebreaker Before the Big Day!)
For couples hosting a destination wedding or multi-day celebration, a welcome dinner is a great way to greet guests before the big event.
Pre-Wedding Catering Options:
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Grazing Tables & Platters – A relaxed, self-serve spread featuring artisanal cheeses, charcuterie, fresh fruit, and housemade dips.
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Cocktail Canapés – An elegant selection of bite-sized appetisers to start the festivities.
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Buffet-Style Dining – A hearty and interactive way to serve pastas, salads, and gourmet mains.
Our Pre-Wedding Grazing Tables allow guests to help themselves at their leisure, creating a warm, inviting atmosphere before the main event.
Post-Wedding Catering Services
The wedding may be over, but the celebrations don’t have to be! Keep the good vibes going the next day with a recovery brunch, farewell lunch, or post-wedding feast.
Recovery Brunch Catering (The Ultimate Day-After Wedding Feast!)
After a big night of celebrating, there’s no better way to recover than with a delicious next-day brunch. We offer casual yet gourmet breakfast catering to bring everyone together one last time before they head home.
Post-Wedding Brunch Menu Highlights:
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Freshly Baked Pastries & Croissants
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Fruit Platters & Smoothie Bowls
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Avocado Toast & Smashed Peas on Sourdough
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Scrambled Eggs, Roasted Tomatoes & Grilled Mushrooms
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Brioche Breakfast Sliders (with egg, cheese, and bacon or a vegetarian option)
We can also provide barista-style coffee stations, fresh juices, and mimosa bars to create the perfect laid-back recovery experience.
Post-Wedding Pizza & Casual Feasting (Perfect for Relaxed Gatherings!)
If you’re looking for a low-key, casual dining experience, our wood-fired pizzas and buffet-style sharing platters are ideal for a next-day celebration.
Post-Wedding Pizza Options:
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Classic Margherita – Fresh basil, mozzarella, and tomato.
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Vegetarian Supreme – A mix of seasonal veggies.
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Prosciutto & Rocket – Cured prosciutto, fresh rocket, and parmesan.
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Truffle & Mushroom – Rich, earthy flavours with a drizzle of truffle oil.
Pair with salads and antipasti platters for a laid-back, social gathering to reminisce about the big day.
Wedding Farewell Lunch & Send-Off Catering
A farewell lunch is the perfect way to end your wedding weekend on a high note. Whether you’re hosting a private gathering at your venue or an outdoor picnic-style meal, we can create a bespoke menu tailored to your guests.
Farewell Catering Options:
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Mediterranean-Inspired Mezze Platters (Hummus, falafel, olives, and housemade dips)
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Gourmet Sandwich & Wrap Platters
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Charcuterie Boards & Freshly Baked Breads
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Salad Bars with Seasonal Produce
No matter the style or size of your gathering, we’ll provide a memorable dining experience to wrap up your wedding celebrations beautifully.
Flexible Catering for Every Occasion
We understand that every wedding is unique, which is why we offer flexible catering options for pre- and post-wedding events. Whether you need fully staffed service, drop-off catering, or a private chef experience, we tailor everything to suit your needs and budget.
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Dietary Requirements: We cater for vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free, and allergy-friendly requests—just let us know your needs!
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Venue Flexibility: We provide catering for private homes, venues, Airbnb rentals, and outdoor locations.
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BYO Beverage Service: Hosting a casual gathering with your own drinks? We can provide bar staff for BYO wine, beer, and cocktails.
Explore our full range of menus and offerings!
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How far in advance do you need access to the venue?Pizza menus: We typically need access to the venue about 2 hours before service starts. However, if there are any logistical challenges, we might request extra time to ensure everything is ready on schedule. Non-pizza menus & Party events: We usually arrive about 1h before the start of food service. We’re happy to coordinate directly with the venue to make sure everything goes smoothly.
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What facilities do you require at a wedding venue or private property, such as a kitchen?Our set-up is quite self-sufficient! Our trailer or pop up catering is equipped with all the necessary tools a woodfire oven and gas bottles along with all the necessary equipment to cook and preserve ingredients in perfect conditions, setting us free from using any other facilities and being able to cater in remote and logistically challenging spaces.
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Tell me about your setup, what’s needed for it to operate?Our food trailer setup is designed for versatility and accessibility as well as our pop up catering set up. All our vehicles are 4WD, allowing us to access anywhere. For our setup, we only require a straightforward 3x3 flat area with easy access and a standard power point to power a small fridge & a light. We come prepared with extensions. It is ideal to be located close to the event area.
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How does your setup look?Pizza Menus: Our setup adds a touch of rustic charm to your event. Our trailer feature a seamlessly integrated woodfired oven that adds to the visual appeal and gets a lot of attention! For a closer look at our setup, see a photo that captures more detail. Non-pizza menu: We set up a pop up catering station, occupying around 3x3 area.
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What happens if it rains?Rain won’t put a damper on your catering experience with us. We’ve got you covered, literally! We bring gazebos to shield our set-up. We do however request to be located in a dry floor area if possible (non-muddy ideally) and closer to the service area. This way your food stays delicious and dry and your event remains memorable, rain or shine!
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When will your team arrive at the venue for setup?We will arrive at the venue 2 hours before the start of Canapes unless told otherwise. This gives us enough time to set up, turn on the woodfired oven and do all the necessary prep to serve everything on time.
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How tall are your trailers?Our trailers vary from 2.4m to 2.7m height
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What power generator do you need?We only need power for a small light and a fridge, we need access to a normal power point and we bring all extensions necessary.
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Can your setup be positioned far from the main event area?While we can be flexible with placement, being close to the main event area ensures the food is served hot and fresh. If we’re positioned far from the event space, let us know in advance so we can plan for any additional logistics such as extra staff to ensure a smooth flow of food.
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Do you need any particular waste disposal facilities?We handle our own waste and bring bins for internal use only, taking all our rubbish with us after the event. However, we don’t provide bins for guests, so please ensure there are floor bins available for customer rubbish, drinks, etc.