Catering, handled.
At The Social Platter Co., we take care of the food — and everything around it.
From corporate functions to private celebrations, our team delivers seamless catering designed to take the pressure off hosting.
We work with those who value their time — people who want their event done properly, without the stress of doing it themselves.
Our menus are thoughtfully prepared using high-quality, locally sourced ingredients, with everything made in-house by our team. From handcrafted canapés to full-service catering, every element is designed to be consistent, reliable, and effortless.
Whether you’re feeding a team, hosting at home, or planning a larger event, we ensure everything arrives as it should — on time, beautifully presented, and ready to enjoy.
For more considered occasions, including weddings and larger-scale events, we offer a refined catering experience through our premium service.
Let us take care of the details — so you can focus on your guests.
Start your order or Plan your event
At The Social Platter Co., we take care of the food — and everything around it.
From corporate functions to private celebrations, our team delivers seamless catering designed to take the pressure off hosting.
We work with those who value their time — people who want their event done properly, without the stress of doing it themselves.
Our menus are thoughtfully prepared using high-quality, locally sourced ingredients, with everything made in-house by our team. From handcrafted canapés to full-service catering, every element is designed to be consistent, reliable, and effortless.
Whether you’re feeding a team, hosting at home, or planning a larger event, we ensure everything arrives as it should — on time, beautifully presented, and ready to enjoy.
For more considered occasions, including weddings and larger-scale events, we offer a refined catering experience through our premium service.
Let us take care of the details — so you can focus on your guests.
Start your order or Plan your event
Our Catering
From everyday catering through to more considered events, we provide solutions designed to make hosting effortless — whatever the occasion.
Social Catering
Easy, reliable, and ready to go
Our signature offering. Designed for convenience, these menus are ideal for offices, casual gatherings, and events where great food needs to be delivered simply and consistently.
A selection of our most popular options can be ordered online for ease.
Start your order
Private Events
Hosting, without the hassle
For those entertaining at home or at a venue, we provide catering that allows you to step back and enjoy the occasion.
From menu selection through to delivery and setup, everything is taken care of — so you can focus on your guests.
Learn More
Corporate Catering
Trusted by Canterbury businesses
Designed to work seamlessly within your schedule, our corporate catering is consistent, efficient, and always delivered on time.
From working lunches to large-scale functions, we ensure everything arrives as expected — well-balanced, well-presented, and ready to serve.
Contact Us
Weddings & Larger Events
A more considered, curated approach
For weddings and larger-scale celebrations, we offer a refined catering experience — with tailored menus, experienced staff, and a focus on timing, service, and flow.
This is where we take a more curated approach, ensuring every detail is aligned with your day.
Explore our wedding offering →
From everyday catering through to more considered events, we provide solutions designed to make hosting effortless — whatever the occasion.
Social Catering
Easy, reliable, and ready to go
Our signature offering. Designed for convenience, these menus are ideal for offices, casual gatherings, and events where great food needs to be delivered simply and consistently.
A selection of our most popular options can be ordered online for ease.
Start your order
Private Events
Hosting, without the hassle
For those entertaining at home or at a venue, we provide catering that allows you to step back and enjoy the occasion.
From menu selection through to delivery and setup, everything is taken care of — so you can focus on your guests.
Learn More
Corporate Catering
Trusted by Canterbury businesses
Designed to work seamlessly within your schedule, our corporate catering is consistent, efficient, and always delivered on time.
From working lunches to large-scale functions, we ensure everything arrives as expected — well-balanced, well-presented, and ready to serve.
Contact Us
Weddings & Larger Events
A more considered, curated approach
For weddings and larger-scale celebrations, we offer a refined catering experience — with tailored menus, experienced staff, and a focus on timing, service, and flow.
This is where we take a more curated approach, ensuring every detail is aligned with your day.
Explore our wedding offering →
Why choose The Social Platter Co.
Because your time matters.
Because hosting shouldn’t feel like work.
Because great food is only part of the experience.
We take care of the details — from planning through to delivery — so everything runs as it should, and you can focus on your guests.
What sets us apart
Because your time matters.
Because hosting shouldn’t feel like work.
Because great food is only part of the experience.
We take care of the details — from planning through to delivery — so everything runs as it should, and you can focus on your guests.
What sets us apart
- Delivered on time, every time
Reliable, consistent service you can depend on - An experienced team at scale
Over 78 staff across our group, including more than 25 chefs and bakers, supporting events of all sizes across Canterbury - Flexible menus, tailored to your occasion
From simple office catering through to fully curated events - Full-service capability when needed
From delivery through to complete event support, handled by one team
we can supply you a social platter co. platter for any occasion
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meetings BA5 sales achievements friday drinks |
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weddings funerals family gatherings birthdays |
and many many more
we're a great Christchurch business taking over Canterbury, one platter at a time.
























































