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Welcome to The Social Platter Co.
We are more than just platters — we are your professional, full-service catering company, proudly serving events across Canterbury. From weddings and private functions to kids’ birthdays, milestone celebrations, and corporate catering, we deliver exceptional food experiences tailored to every occasion.
Our menus are handcrafted using only the freshest, highest-quality ingredients, locally sourced from small businesses and passionate farmers. What sets us apart is our unwavering commitment to making everything in-house. From scratch-made desserts and freshly prepared salads to artfully assembled canapés, we bring care and craftsmanship to every bite. Even our platters feature our own handmade breads, dips, and crackers — not to mention our beloved salted caramel truffles.
We take pride in creating visually stunning, mouth-watering food that will leave your guests or team talking long after the last bite.
You can easily order most items online, or get in touch with our experienced team for custom catering solutions. We’re happy to tailor your menu to meet your unique needs, including any dietary requirements.
At The Social Platter Co., we’re passionate about food and creating unforgettable experiences. Let us take care of the details so you can enjoy your next event, stress-free.
Order online or contact us today to start planning.


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Posh Plough

NZ$18.50

A traditional ploughman with a 2024 Social twist. Perfect for that working lunch, gathering of friends or bridal brunch when you can build your own lunch.


Our Posh Plough is full of the finer things in life to ensure you feel special in the boardroom, at home or on a picnic.


Price is per person and minimum order is 5 people.

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Corporate Morning or Afternoon Tea

NZ$0.00
Our corporate catering Mix n Match options give you variety and choice.

Minimum order is 10 of each item. 

If you have any dietary requirements please add these to the notes box below and we will create seperate items for them.

These include - GF, Vegan, Dairy Free, Pregnant, Nut Free etc..

An additional $30 delivery fee for any orders under 10 people and will be sent to you directly.
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Social Breakfast Buffet

NZ$22.00

Start the day off with a complete grilled breakfast delivered hot in disposable trays. Build your own eggs benne or a traditional kiwi breakfast.


  • Manuka Smoked Streaky Bacon GF DF
  • Grilled Breakfast Kransky Sausages GF DF
  • Oven roasted Tomatoes and Field Mushrooms GF DF V Ve
  • Free range poached eggs
  • Grilled Hashbrowns GF DF V
  • Toasted Ciabatta
  • Served with relish and hollandaise sauce


We'll bring environmentally friendly plates, knives, forks and serviettes


The minimum order quantity is 10.


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We have a range of catering options -

Social Platters - They're grazing tables of socialness and we have four levels to choose from.

Lifestyle Platters - Savoury Platters, Sweet Platters or our Kiwi Classic, if you're looking for the perfect compliment to a social platter then check these out.

Weddings/Private Catering - We understand how important serving the right food, at the right time for your wedding is. Our experienced Social Wedding Planner, chefs, social servers our whole team know how to focus on you and your guests to make sure you day is everything you want it to be. Check out our page and let us know how we can make the big day amazing and every day before and after.

Corporate Catering - We have a range of options and our Lunch Platters are so popular and easy to choose from. They have the perfect mix of protein, carbs, sweet and savoury. You can't order these online so please email us directly.

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Order online by clicking on the links below. 

Social Grazing Platter Collection

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Lifetsyle Platter Collection

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Finger Foods and Canapé Collection

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Social Sweets and Slices

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Big Day Bridal Breakfast Option

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Corporate Catering

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Kids Platters

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Non alcoholic beverages

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Cheesecakes Collection

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Our Famous Salted Caramel Truffles

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Platter Add ons

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Pink Ribbon Events

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​platters designed to bring you together at work or at home
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how you eat your social platter co. platter is up to you.  the important thing is buying one in the first place. visit 'our platters' page now and start an order.



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​the social platter co. are leaders of the finest food available, blending it together to form amazing platters.

we can supply you a social platter co. platter for any occasion

corporate

client functions
meetings
BA5
sales achievements
friday drinks

​social

celebrations
weddings
funerals
family gatherings
birthdays

and many many more
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we're a great Christchurch business taking over Canterbury, one platter at a time.
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  • Home
    • Order online >
      • Social Grazing Platters
      • Lifestyle Platters
      • Social Sweets and Cakes
      • Corporate Catering
      • Finger Foods and Canapés
      • Kids Birthday Platters
      • Salted caramel truffles
      • Platter add ons
      • Hire Items - weddings, private catering, corporate catering.
      • Lifestyle platters
      • Cheese Cakes Collection - Wedding cheese cakes, special moment cheese cakes, cheese lovers cakes
      • Non alcoholic beverages
  • Our Platter Collection
    • social grazing platters
    • Lifestyle Platters
    • Social Sweets and Slices
    • Savoury Items
    • Finger Foods and Canapè Collection
    • kids platters
    • Cheesecakes Collection
    • Platter Add Ons
  • Private Catering
  • Weddings
  • Corporate Catering
    • Apply for a credit account
  • Items For Hire
  • Frequently Asked Questions
  • Friends of the social platter co.
    • Venues
  • Contact us
    • our story
  • Updated Availability 2025
  • Matariki 2025
  • The Social Shout