VECETO:
Curated Culinary Experiences
Artful Event Design:
Our Creative Approach
A celebration begins long before guests take their seats. The tone is set by light, colour and rhythm. The menu becomes part of that story. Every element is considered so the atmosphere feels calm, elegant and intentional from the first moment.
This is where fine dining catering moves beyond technique and becomes a crafted experience. Plating supports the mood. Flavours stay focused. Textures guide the pace of the event. Hosts gain ease, clarity and confidence while guests enjoy a seamless culinary flow.
Thoughtful design turns event catering into something memorable, a moment that stays with people long after the last course.
Where Food Becomes Part of the Story
Great events feel effortless on the surface. Behind that ease lies design, texture, colour, pace and emotion working together. Each plate supports the tone of the celebration, whether it’s a wedding by the harbour, a boardroom gathering in Auckland, or a private evening at home.
Menus are shaped around the mood you want to create.
Fresh, expressive, and designed for guests who appreciate thoughtful details.
Every element serves one purpose:
helping your event feel unforgettable without demanding your attention.
Event Catering
Events unfold differently. Some are intimate, others vibrant. Some follow tradition, others break it. The menu adapts to the atmosphere. Small, expressive bites build energy during gatherings. Plated courses create a gentle arc during dinners.
Everything feels unified. Clients searching for effortless, elegant solutions value event catering that blends design with ease.
The service moves quietly.
The presentation stays refined.
The experience feels crafted, not assembled.
What Hosts Value Most
A beautifully designed menu brings clarity to an event.
Not because of trends, because it frees the host to stay present.
Elegance meets ease when the entire dining experience works in your favour:
You set a tone that guests feel instantly.
You create anticipation with artful plates and delicate textures.
You offer a seamless experience without worrying about individual needs.
You stay relaxed while service moves quietly and confidently around the room.
You hear reactions that tell you the menu was the right decision.
Vanilla millet-puree with
strawberry-rose sauce
Crispy rice cracker with cashew -spiruling spread, pear-ginger chutney and fermented carrots with mustard seeds
Oyster mushroom cocktail in a glass with housemade marie-rose sauce
ELEVATING EVERY MOMENT
We are happy to cater a healthy picnic for your yoga retreat, a grazing platter after a helicopter ride with your team, and catering services tailored to your company. That reflects your event, or a fine-dining course on a yacht.
Whatever you have in mind, talk to us. Our catering company, Veceto, will leave no stone unturned to accommodate a comprehensive service plan.
WEDDINGS & RECEPTIONS
A day shaped by emotion and style. Each course follows the rhythm of the celebration, adding elegance without taking the spotlight. Gentle pacing, refined flavours and a visual language that matches the day. The menu becomes part of the celebration’s memory.
Couples choose this style for its calm structure and aesthetic clarity. Elegant plated dinners, grazing tables, family-style menus, tapas and other small plates for sharing, cocktail parties, and food stations, all tailored to your vision.
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CORPORATE EVENT
Professional gatherings require precision. Menus must support conversation, timing and impression. The plating stays minimal and clean. Flavours remain focused. Service moves quietly, enhancing the event without distraction. From product launches and corporate galas to conferences, we provide delicious, professional catering that meets your business's needs.
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PRIVATE PARTIES & CELEBRATIONS
Intimate dinners, anniversaries and milestone moments deserve the same level of refinement.
Smaller gatherings benefit from calm pacing, light textures and elegant visual direction.
Guests remember the atmosphere long after the evening ends.
Frequently Asked Questions
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To begin, just fill out the form - it gives us a clear idea of your needs and how we can best support you.
Prefer something else? You're welcome to email us directly.You can also book a meeting with us, whether online, over the phone, or in person, whatever suits you best. Click here to contact us.
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Our story began in Europe and found its home in New Zealand. From coastal Tauranga to selected international destinations, we design dining experiences shaped by place, sentiment and intention.
Each experience begins as a conversation, guided by atmosphere, not geography.
We create experiences across New Zealand and in chosen locations worldwide. If your celebration asks for something beyond the ordinary, you’re invited to arrange a private consultation or share your vision with us.
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Absolutely. Our entire menu is plant-based, vegan, and gluten-friendly, with each dish made from scratch to ensure full control over ingredients and quality. We aim to create an inclusive dining experience where everyone feels welcome.
We follow strict protocols to minimise cross-contamination, including dedicated equipment, thorough cleaning, separate storage areas, and trained staff. However, as our kitchen does process gluten and common allergens, including dairy, eggs, fish, various nuts, soy, sesame, and lupin - we cannot guarantee a completely allergen-free environment.
For this reason, we do not recommend our food for individuals with coeliac disease or other food allergies.
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To provide the highest quality experience for your guests, we recommend placing your order at least seven business days before your event. Since all our dishes are made to order, a minimum of 96 hours' notice is required to prepare your menu.
We also suggest getting in touch ahead of time to confirm availability and discuss any travel details related to your specific location. Click here to contact us.
WHY CHOOSE VECETO?
Plant-based, vegan and gluten-friendly menus and non-alcoholic beverages, customised to your specific preferences, dietary restrictions and event style.
Elevated Cuisine. Memorable Hospitality.
Everything is crafted with precision to elevate your event and exceed expectations.
At Veceto, we go beyond serving food - we provide a complete, stress-free experience. By valuing personal connections and understanding your story, we make every event unique. We care deeply about our clients and each other, making every experience meaningful and memorable.
We use environmentally friendly and sustainable practices to continuously reduce our environmental footprint, including food waste, through portion control, composting, reusing and recycling, sourcing local and seasonal ingredients, and using biodegradable packaging.
We craft each dish from scratch, emphasising
seasonal ingredients for freshness and vibrant
variety. Supporting local farms, vendors, and
family-run businesses is at the heart of what we do.
Infusing your event with a unique touch to create unforgettable moments to be cherished for a lifetime.
The Experience Process
1.) Discovery:
A conversation sets the direction.
The atmosphere you imagine becomes the foundation of the menu design.
2.) Design:
Textures, flavours and colours come together to support your theme.
A clear story begins to emerge.
3.) Preparation:
Ingredients are selected at their best in season with care and precision.
Each element is refined so the final moment feels effortless.
4.) Service:
On the day, the experience unfolds quietly and gracefully.
Guests feel cared for, the room stays calm, and the host remains fully present.
5.) Follow-Up:
A short reflection on the experience to refine future celebrations.
What Guests Remember
They remember the colours.
They remember the textures.
They remember the silence that falls when the first course lands.
They remember how everything felt connected and considered.
Most of all, they remember the host
confident, calm and fully in the moment.
Begin Your Enquiry
A tailored proposal outlines seasonal menu ideas, visual direction and the service style recommended for your celebration. Every detail is shaped with intention from the first message to the final course.