Settlers Rest

Settlers Rest Wedding Catering

Set amongst the beautiful countryside of Howes Valley in the Hunter Valley, Settlers Rest is a venue that gives couples the freedom to create a wedding experience that feels completely their own. With expansive grounds, multiple spaces to celebrate and a relaxed country atmosphere, it provides the perfect setting for couples wanting a celebration that feels personal, memorable and unique.

One of the things that makes Settlers Rest such a special venue to cater at is the flexibility it offers. Every wedding can feel completely different depending on the couple's vision, whether that means a relaxed cocktail-style celebration, an elegant seated dinner or a shared feast designed for guests to enjoy together.

For our team, Settlers Rest is always a pleasure to return to. The venue team are incredibly collaborative, organised and easy to work alongside, which makes the entire process feel seamless from setup through to service. Working closely together allows us to plan every detail behind the scenes and ensure the catering experience runs smoothly on the day.

Catering at Settlers Rest

Settlers Rest is a venue where all dining styles can work beautifully, allowing couples to choose a format that best reflects the atmosphere they want to create.

Over the years, we have catered a variety of celebrations at Settlers Rest, including full roaming canapé services, individually plated dining and banquet-style celebrations.

Roaming Canapés

A full canapé experience is a wonderful option for couples wanting a relaxed and social celebration. Our team moves throughout the event serving guests a selection of carefully prepared canapés, allowing everyone to continue enjoying the atmosphere, conversations and moments happening throughout the venue.

Individually Plated Dining

For couples wanting a more refined dining experience, individually plated service creates an elegant and polished reception. Each guest receives beautifully presented dishes served directly to their table, allowing everyone to sit back and enjoy the evening.

Banquet Dining

Banquet dining is perfect for couples wanting a warm and social atmosphere. Generous share plates are placed down the centre of the table, encouraging guests to connect, share food and enjoy the experience together.

Our Catering Setup at Settlers Rest

To deliver our catering service at Settlers Rest, our team brings our full mobile kitchen setup onsite.

Having the right equipment and preparation space allows us to create the same level of food quality and service that we deliver at every wedding, while adapting our approach to suit the unique requirements of an outdoor country venue.

Our team works closely with the Settlers Rest team throughout the process, ensuring setup, preparation and service all come together seamlessly before guests arrive.

Whether you're dreaming of roaming canapés across the grounds, an elegant plated dinner or a relaxed banquet shared with your closest family and friends, Settlers Rest provides the perfect backdrop for creating a wedding dining experience that feels completely yours.

Real Settlers Rest Weddings

We have had the pleasure of catering a number of beautiful celebrations at Settlers Rest, each with its own unique style and dining experience.

Explore some of the weddings we've been part of: