Our Catering Menu (current at October 2024)
Let us help make your special event/party/celebration deliciously memorable!
Paella, salads, Asian feasts, finger food, sweet treats and grazing boards ... it's comfort in every bite.
We're happy to offer you:
Paella - we bring the party to you! Naturally free from gluten, dairy, egg and nuts. Our ever-popular Valenciana-style paella doesn't skimp on authentic and quality ingredients: Spanish chorizo, prawn, chicken, mussels, squid rings, saffron, pimenton, piquillo peppers, white wine, lemon, parsley from our edible garden and more ...
Salads - these are the perfect accompaniment to our paella. They're also delicious and nutritious options for vegetarians and vegans.
Grazing boards - start your event with wow factor. Nothing adds to a party atmosphere quite like an enticing plate of starters, a cheese platter, charcuterie or grazing board.
Asian feasts - for something exotic to make your tastebuds tingle, try our buffet-style Asian feasts, including: Indo-Malay, Chinese, Korean, Indian and Middle Eastern.
Finger food - perfect for cocktail parties, we offer a dazzling array of delicious Asian-themed favourites in smaller, snack-sized portions.
Sweet treats/desserts - the perfect way to finish your event. We offer a tantalising assortment of sweet endings to complete your delicious Solace catering experience.
Food intolerances can be catered for (within notice period).
Offsite delivery (within Sydney) is included in our pricing for orders over $400. For orders under $400, delivery is charged at $2/km from Ingleside 2101.
Catering onsite at Solace Cafe (1a Wearden Rd, Belrose) is also an option, or inside the Northgate church premises (subject to availability/approvals). Pick-up of our 1L self-catering packs, scrumptious salads or sweet treats in advance is available with prior payment and arrangement.
We're happy to adapt menus to suit your budget. See our Finger Food menu or 1L Catering Packs for ideas. Email Mel for more info: mchiew@hopecollective.org
Looking for an unique, informative and fun event idea? We also offer catered workshops OR cooking class party options!
(1) Cooking classes (Chinese cooking made easy/ Exotic Indonesian-Malay food/ Asian meals under 30 mins/ Zero food waste challenge/ Paella / Delectable vegetarian & vegan dishes) - onsite/offsite;
(2) Workshops with a catered meal (Fairtrade and eco-ethical product presentation and shopping party/ Sustainable edible gardening for beginners/ Kombucha, jun and kefir making) - onsite/offsite.
Speak to Mel about a workshop/class/event and menu to suit your group and budget expectations - call 0429 408 914 or drop into Solace Cafe (Wed-Sat 8:30am-1:30pm).
Our Valenciana-style Paella
It's a crowd-pleasing meal and a show! Our most-requested catering favourite is popular for a reason. Your guests will be coming back for 2nds and 3rds.
Our special Valenciana-style paella doesn't skimp on quality authentic ingredients. For maximum flavour to give you and your guests the ultimate paella experience, we include: chorizo, prawn, chicken, mussels, squid rings, saffron, pimenton, piquillo peppers, peas, Spanish bomba rice, white wine, lemon, parsley from our edible garden and more ...
Naturally free from gluten, dairy, egg and nuts. Let us bring the paella party to you!
37 pp (inc GST) - includes: bringing all relevant cooking/prep equipment (gas burner, paella pan, gas tank, cooking equipment); premium paella ingredients; staffing for 2.5 hrs (approx. timing: 45 mins set up/final prep, 45 mins cooking, 30 mins serving up paella to guests, 30 mins pack up).
Finger Foods, Starters & Grazing Boards
Great option for cocktail parties, starters or sides;Pricing is per person served buffet self-service style;Includes delivery within Sydney subject to total min order of $400;If required, wait staff/servers are charged at $30/hr (min 3 hrs)Indonesian jumbo prawn crackers (2) 'krupuk udang' - 2.95
Pork-chive steamed dumplings (3) - 5.50
2 fish balls on a stick w dipping sauce - 3.95
Mini chicken dim sims (3) w dipping sauce - 5.00
Thai fish cakes (2) w dipping sauce - 4.50
San choy bow lettuce boat filled w savoury mince and veg mix - 4.95 (or vegetarian option)
Prawn 'hargow' steamed dumplings (2) w dipping sauce - 5.95
Curry puffs vegetable mixture encased in pastry (2) w dipping sauce - 5.95 (vegetarian)
Char siu bao steamed BBQ pork bun (large) - 4.00
Noodle Boxes:
Korean 'glass noodles' (japchae) w stir-fried veg and omelette strips 6.50 (vegetarian)
Vietnamese vermicelli noodles w lemongrass chicken 7.95 (or vegetarian option)
Japanese soba noodles w chicken and sesame 7.95 (or vegetarian option)
Grazing Boards: (14.95 pp as a starter; 24.95 pp as a primary meal)
Italian charcuterie and antipasto board- a fine selection of cured meats, marinated olives, cheeses, bread sticks, vegetables and/or fruit
Middle Eastern grazing board - a visual feast of assorted dips, olives, dolmades, bread, vegetables, dried fruit and nuts
French charcuterie and cheese platter- a celebration of cheeses, cured meats, grapes, pate, fresh/dried fruits and crackers
Exotic Asian Feasts
Mains served buffet-style; flexible catering to suit your budgetPricing is per person; Includes delivery within Sydney subject to total min order of $400;Dishes are self-service from a buffet-style tableIndo-Malay feast 27.95
Nyonya chicken curry, Chickpea lentil and sweet potato curry (vegan); Solace 'from the garden' salad; krupuk udang (jumbo prawn crackers); steamed jasmine rice; and your choice of either: Malay lamb curry OR Beef rendang (to include both add 9.95 pp).
*Add a D.I.Y. Laksa station (laksa broth, noodles, chicken, veges, herbs, tofu puffs, sambal) for 14.95 pp
Chinese feast 24.95
Steamed pork-chive dumplings (4 pp); special egg fried rice; jumbo prawn crackers; Solace 'from the garden' salad; and your choice of either: Hokkien noodles w chicken and Asian greens (or vegetarian option), OR Chinese beef stew (to include both add 9.95 pp).
Korean feast 25.95
Korean glass noodles (vegetarian); kimchi; steamed jasmine rice; Solace 'from the garden' salad; and spicy grilled chicken drumsticks.
Indian feast 27.95
Butter chicken w potato & kumera; Chickpea, lentil & vegetable curry (vegan), steamed basmati rice; Solace 'from the garden' salad; paratha flatbread; mint yoghurt raita.
Middle Eastern feast 29.95
Tabouli salad (vegan); Hummus dip (vegan); Lebanese bread; Labne yoghurt cheese; vegetarian pilaf rice (or couscous); and chicken, lemon & olive tagine.
* Add Moroccan lamb stew for 9.95 pp).
Scrumptious Salads
Delicious & nutritious; perfect for vegetarians; popular additions to our paella!Pricing is per person; Includes delivery within Sydney subject to total min order of $400;Pick-up option from Solace Cafe (Belrose) 1-2 days prior to event is available for saladsSolace 'from our garden' salad 4.95
This visually attractive, exotic and unique seasonal salad features mixed leaves and seasonal edible flowers and fresh herbs picked from our own edible garden. Served with Asian dressing. (vegan; dressing contains sesame and soy).
Korean 'glass noodle' salad - japchae 5.95
A popular and tasty Korean noodle dish which includes sesame, garlic and soy flavoured sweet potato starch noodles, which are lightly stir-fried with a variety of vegetables and egg. (vegetarian)
Caesar salad 5.95
This perennial crowd-pleaser is popular for good reason. Cos lettuce, croutons, bacon, egg, anchovies, dressing and shaved parmesan.
Potato salad 5.95
Another Aussie favourite, our potato salad is dangerously addictive. Boiled potatoes, bacon, egg, spring onion, mayo and chives (or vegetarian option).
Roast pumpkin, beetroot, spinach and walnut salad 5.95
Flavour-packed roasted beetroot and pumpkin marries beautifully with baby spinach and walnuts. Served drizzled with balsamic dressing. (vegan)
Quinoa, roasted vegetables and feta salad 5.95
Healthy quinoa and assorted roasted vegetables with tasty feta and a zingy dressing, make this a popular choice with health-conscious guests that don't want to compromise on flavour. (vegetarian)
Indonesian 'gado gado' salad 5.95
Indonesia's most famous salad for good reason. Flavour-packed with fried tofu, cucumber, boiled eggs, steamed wombok, greens, and drizzled with our addictive peanut satay sauce. (contains crustacean, peanuts and soy)
Self-Catering Options (refrigerated 1L catering packs; ready to serve/heat up when needed)
1L feeds 3-4pp as a Main/ 6-8 as a side;Pre-order/pay at least 3 days prior to pick-up date;Free delivery within Sydney subject to total min order of $400Malay lamb curry w potato, eggplant & peas 43/L
Beef rendang w potato 41/L
Butter chicken w potato & kumera 39/L (milk)
Nyonya chicken curry w potato & carrot 39/L (candlenut, crustacean)
Chickpea, lentil, kumera, peas & zucchini 37/L (Vegan)
Pumpkin & red lentil soup 27/L (milk)
Special egg fried rice 28/L (Vego optional; egg, fish, gluten from soy)
Hokkien noodles w chicken & vegetables 30/L (Vego optional; egg, gluten from soy)
Korean japchae 'glass noodles' (vegetarian) 17.95/L (egg, gluten from soy, sesame)
Caesar salad 17.95/L (Vego optional; egg, milk)
Potato salad 17.95/L (Vego optional; egg, milk)
Roast pumpkin, beetroot, spinach and walnut salad 17.95/L (Vegan)
Quinoa, roasted vegetables and feta salad 17.95/L (milk)
Indonesian 'gado gado' salad 17.95/L (peanut, crustacean, egg)
Solace 'from our garden' salad w Asian dressing 14.95/L (gluten from soy, sesame)
NB: All of the above can be made in a gluten-free version. Most can be made vegetarian. All are nut free (except Gado Gado).
Sweet Treats & Desserts
Served on platters, buffet self-service style;Includes delivery within Sydney subject to total min order of $400;If required, wait staff/servers are charged at $30/hr (min 3 hrs);Pick-up option is available upon request.Fruit platter w seasonal fruits 5.95 pp
Fudgy walnut brownie bites 3.50 pp
Wholesome choc chip cookies 3.90 pp
Cheese and fruit platter 7.95 pp
Our festive rocky road 3.95 pp
Solace baklava 4.95 pp
Our flourless orange and almond cake (serves 20-24) 45 per cake
Banana, Nutella and walnut cake (serves 20-24) 39 per cake
Carrot and walnut cake w cream cheese frosting (serves 20-24) 45 per cake