Muse Events & Catering

Muse Events & Catering

At Muse Events & Catering, the culinary experience is brought to life with handpicked, locally sourced produce prepared right before your eyes using Australian Redgum and Ironbark hardwoods. This approach creates a remarkable adventure through flavors that are beautifully fire-cooked. With a true love for gourmet fare and a commitment to crafting everything from scratch, Muse collaborates with small-scale growers who adapt to the seasons, curating personalized menus that embrace the art of fire, smoke, curing, and fermentation. Recognizing that each wedding is unique, the dedicated team at Muse Events & Catering is eager to customize menus and service styles to align perfectly with the preferences of each couple and their guests.

From the first sip of a welcome cocktail to house-made charcuterie and exquisite canapes, followed by main courses served individually or as a lively shared banquet, every dish is presented on handcrafted wooden platters and garnished with foraged native greenery and flowers. The flexibility of Muse Events & Catering's custom-built setup enables them to cater to both regional weddings across Victoria and events in Melbourne with enthusiasm.

What you'll adore about partnering with Muse Events & Catering for your wedding includes their commitment to fresh, local produce sourced from Victorian farmers. Supporting small, quality growers is integral to every menu they create. The close-knit team is meticulous and consistently professional, ensuring that every aspect of your wedding menu and custom requests is thoughtfully considered. From drinks after the ceremony to the reception dinner and everything in between, the Muse team is passionate about all things culinary.

When you work with Muse Events & Catering for your wedding, you can expect a tailored menu that reflects the tastes and needs of your special day while highlighting the seasonal produce at its best. The sample menu below showcases a glimpse of Muse's signature culinary style, infused with smoke and fire.

**WINTER WEDDING FEAST: 'To share and enjoy together.'**

**ON ARRIVAL:** A grazing station paired with delightful cocktails, featuring a variety of roaming canapes and small bites prepared over live fire.

**ENTREE:** Smoked pumpkin with a dijon and confit garlic glaze, accompanied by caramelized gnocchi, sage oil, seeds, and pine nuts. Enjoy high country venison or beef tartare enhanced with smoked beetroot, caramelized shallots, grilled fig, olive oil, caperberries, and parsley, served with flatbread. Indulge in 'Pho over the fire,' a rich broth simmered with toasted pepper berry, cinnamon, and anise, featuring grilled lemongrass, lime chicken, and wild green herbs.

**SIDES:** Freshly picked mixed Dutch carrots glazed in honey, Parisian sweet mashed potatoes cooked over coals, cast-iron grilled radicchio with apple cider vinegar and basil, and crisp lettuce dressed in buttermilk vinaigrette topped with nduja pangrattata and citrus zest.

**MAIN:** Whole smoked South Gippsland spring lamb with slow-braised burnt baby leeks, fennel, zucchini flowers, Meyer lemon, mint, and yogurt. Flounder grilled on the bone with a three-cornered leek beurre blanc. Enjoy a smoked cauliflower steak alongside parsnip, parmesan, verjus puree, crispy garlic, shallots, and seeds.

**Highlights of working with Muse Events & Catering:**
- **Bespoke menu planning:** Expect a unique and thoughtfully crafted wedding menu that reflects your preferences, free from cookie-cutter options.
- **A tight-knit cheffing team:** Enjoy the expertise and sophistication of a professional catering company combined with the warmth and attention of a family-run business.
- **Bold flavors and generous portions:** Each dish is prepared with skill and creativity, ensuring satisfaction for guests of all tastes and appetites.
- **Expert dietary accommodation:** Guests with special dietary needs will be delighted by delicious options crafted with care.
- **Friendly front-of-house service:** The experienced Muse Events & Catering team will serve each dish with a smile, ensuring a memorable experience for your guests.
- **Versatile catering for various settings:** Whether your wedding is in inner-city Melbourne or a regional venue, Muse Events & Catering is perfectly suited to meet your needs.