Offsite Wedding Catering

Needing your wedding catered at a different venue in Taranaki?

Planning your dream wedding at a private venue, marquee, family property or unique location? Let the experienced culinary team from Novotel New Plymouth Taranaki bring exceptional food and service to your special day with our professional offsite wedding catering services.

From intimate celebrations to large wedding receptions, we can create a tailored catering experience to suit your vision, style and budget. Whether you’re looking for elegant canapés, buffet dining, family style feasts or a formal plated dinner, our team will work closely with you to design a menu that reflects your tastes and creates a memorable experience for your guests.

Using fresh, locally sourced ingredients from across Taranaki, our chefs take pride in delivering high quality cuisine and genuine hospitality. We can cater for a wide range of dietary requirements and cultural preferences, ensuring every guest feels welcomed and well cared for.

Our offsite wedding catering service is available throughout New Plymouth and the wider Taranaki region, allowing you to celebrate at the venue of your choice while enjoying the expertise of one of the region’s leading hospitality teams.

Whether you’re planning a rustic countryside wedding, a beachfront celebration, a marquee reception or a garden gathering, we would love to help bring your wedding day to life.

Contact our team today to discuss your wedding plans, request a catering proposal or arrange a consultation.

Offsite Catering FAQ’s

What areas do you provide wedding catering for?

We offer offsite wedding catering throughout New Plymouth and the wider Taranaki region. Whether you’re celebrating at a private property, marquee, community venue, garden setting or unique wedding location, our team can discuss catering options to suit your venue and guest numbers. Please note that additional charges may apply depending on the location of your venue.

Can you cater at private properties and marquees?

Yes. Our experienced team caters at a variety of venues, including private homes, rural properties, marquees, community halls and outdoor wedding locations. We can work with your chosen venue and suppliers to ensure a seamless catering experience on your wedding day. Please note that additional charges may apply depending on the location of your venue and the equipment required. This may include travel costs, equipment hire, staffing and other event specific requirements. We will discuss these details with you during the planning process and provide a transparent quote tailored to your event.

Do you provide service staff and bar service?

Unfortunately, we are unable to provide alcohol service or supply alcoholic beverages for offsite weddings due to licensing restrictions. We recommend discussing bar service options directly with your venue or a licensed beverage provider. Our team is happy to work alongside your chosen suppliers to help ensure a seamless experience on the day.

Can you cater for dietary requirements?

We understand that many guests have specific dietary requirements and will do our best to accommodate these wherever possible. Our team is happy to discuss any dietary needs with you during the planning process and will work closely with our chefs to determine the most suitable options based on your chosen menu and event requirements.

As every event is unique, the availability of dietary alternatives may vary depending on the menu selected. We recommend discussing any dietary requirements with our team as early as possible to ensure the best experience for your guests.

What wedding catering styles do you offer?

We offer a variety of wedding catering styles to suit different wedding themes, venues and budgets. Options include canapés and cocktail style receptions, buffet dining, family style sharing menus, grazing tables and plated multi course dinners. Our team will work with you to create a menu that reflects your vision for your special day.

How far in advance should we book our wedding catering?

We recommend contacting us as early as possible, particularly for peak wedding season dates. Early planning allows us to secure your preferred date, discuss menu options and ensure every detail is carefully considered ahead of your wedding day.

Can we customise our wedding menu?

Our wedding catering packages have been carefully designed to offer a range of menu options to suit different styles, guest numbers and budgets. We encourage couples to select from the menus included in our catering pack, as these have been developed to ensure the best experience for your guests.

We understand that every wedding is unique, and where possible, our team is happy to discuss minor adjustments or special requirements with our chefs. Any menu modifications are subject to availability, feasibility and additional costs where applicable.

Do you offer menu tastings?

Menu tastings may be available for confirmed wedding bookings. Our team will be happy to discuss the options available and guide you through the planning process to ensure you feel confident in your menu selections.

Why choose Novotel New Plymouth for your wedding catering?

With extensive experience delivering special occasions, our team is passionate about creating exceptional dining experiences. Combining fresh local ingredients, professional service and personalised planning, we work closely with couples to ensure their wedding catering is one less thing to worry about on their special day.