Garden party catering: from a relaxed BBQ to a fully serviced garden party
Organising a garden party should be enjoyable. You want to talk to your guests, not dash between the salad and the bread rolls. La Casserole provides garden party catering in Eindhoven, Den Bosch, Tilburg and the rest of Noord-Brabant. You choose a BBQ, a warm and cold buffet, luxury canapés or a combination. We take care of the fresh dishes, the complete table setup and serving staff if desired. You pour the first glass before your guests even arrive.
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Why hire a caterer for your garden party?
Most people start enthusiastically with a shopping list. A week later they're standing in the kitchen with seven bags of groceries, washing up between courses. Hiring a caterer costs less than you might think and gives you something self-catering never can: the time to be a proper host. With us, garden party catering starts from €15 per person for a BBQ with three types of meat, salads and bread. We bring the cold storage, the tableware and collect everything afterwards.
On top of that, our chefs prepare everything fresh on the day in our own kitchen in Best. So you won't be getting supermarket salads in plastic tubs, but dishes you'd expect in a restaurant.
Three forms of garden party catering
Which format suits you best depends on the time of day, the number of guests and how hands-on you want to be yourself.
BBQ in the garden
The classic for a garden party. We arrive with a professional gas BBQ or Big Green Egg, a chef behind the grill and the complete setup. You'll get, for example, Black Angus sirloin, salmon fillet on the plank, chicken thigh skewers and a vegetarian option with grilled halloumi. Alongside that, three to five salads, baguette with herb butter and a variety of sauces. View our complete BBQ range. Prices from €22.50 per person including chef.
Warm and cold buffet
For larger groups or if the weather turns: a full buffet on the table with warm dishes in chafing dishes. Think boeuf bourguignon, pan-fried salmon in lime sauce, potato gratin, ratatouille and a salad bar. Everyone helps themselves and you don't have to do a thing. From €28.50 per person.
Luxury drinks reception with canapés
For drinks at the start of the evening or as a complement to a dinner: luxury canapé catering with cold and warm bites. Mini sliders, prawn satay, truffle croquettes, carpaccio rolls, premium nibbles. You choose the number of canapés per person (usually 8 to 12). From €15 per person for 8 canapés.
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What do we arrange, and what do you arrange yourself?
For every form of garden party catering we arrange:
- all dishes freshly prepared on the day in our kitchen in Best
- delivery, setup and clearing up at your location in Noord-Brabant
- crockery, cutlery, glassware, chafing dishes and warming stands
- a chef at the BBQ or serving staff (optional)
- accommodation of allergies and dietary requirements (vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free)
What you arrange: a spot for the BBQ or buffet table (approximately 3 metres), a power point for the chafing dishes, tables and chairs for your guests and optionally a party tent if the weather is uncertain. We advise you free of charge on how much space we need — just send us a few photos of the garden if needed.
Organising a garden party: how we approach it
Organising a garden party with La Casserole runs in five steps. So you know exactly where you stand.
- Introduction call. We discuss the number of guests, the date, the venue and what you have in mind. Usually by phone, sometimes at your home.
- Tailored proposal. Within two working days you receive a proposal with the menu, price per person and options. Everything laid out transparently.
- Second round. We adjust where needed, take your budget into account and add any extras such as dessert, a bruschetta bar or a cheese trolley.
- Confirmation. Once you give the go-ahead, we lock everything in. No later than three days before the event we call to confirm the final guest numbers.
- On the day itself. We arrive at least one and a half hours before the start, set everything up and make sure it's all ready when your first guests arrive.
Frequently asked questions about garden party catering
From how many people do you cater a garden party?
We provide garden party catering from 15 people. For smaller groups we usually work with a delivery menu without an on-site chef. For groups above 25 we always come with staff.
How far in advance do I need to book?
For a summer Saturday in June or July we recommend booking at least 6 weeks ahead. In spring and autumn 2 to 3 weeks in advance is usually fine. Last-minute requests are always worth trying — we'll do our best.
What happens if the weather is bad?
Our BBQ and buffets can easily be served under a party tent or indoors. The week before we look at the weather forecast together. If you wish, we can also convert a number of dishes from BBQ to warm buffet, depending on availability.
Can I add vegetarian or gluten-free dishes?
Yes, always. For every guest with a dietary requirement we prepare a proper alternative, not just a side salad. Pass on the dietary needs when you confirm and we'll take care of it.
Does a garden party with serving staff cost a lot more?
The additional cost for serving staff is approximately €8 to €12 per person, depending on the group size and how long our team stays. For parties from 30 guests we almost always recommend having someone on hand — otherwise you'll end up busy yourself the whole time.
Do you also cater garden parties for businesses?
Absolutely. Many of our garden parties are summer staff events. Also check out our page on corporate outings in Eindhoven for a complete package including activity, catering and venue.
Ready to have your garden party taken care of?
Whether it's a birthday, anniversary, summer drinks party or corporate event: we think along with you and create something your guests will remember. Request a no-obligation proposal or call us directly for a quick introduction.