Events Caterer in Cape Town

Elegant, flavourful food for weddings, corporate functions, private dinners and more — thoughtfully prepared and beautifully presented.

Tailored Catering for Every Occasion

At Appetite Catering, we design menus to suit your event — whether you’re planning an intimate gathering, a corporate meeting, or the wedding of a lifetime. Based in Cape Town, we create fresh, seasonal menus that make every occasion memorable.

More than just catering

Great food is just the beginning. Appetite Catering also provides:

Guidance with planning and budgets
Bespoke menu creation
Crockery, cutlery, and glassware rental
Professional staff co-ordination
Floral arrangements and décor
On-site management on the day

With us, you have a trusted partner who ensures every detail runs seamlessly.

Meet Clare

Founder & Head Chef at Appetite Catering

Chef Clare Bock started Appetite Catering in 2007, bringing with her nearly two decades of catering and event management experience from co-founding and managing Chefettes Caterers in Gauteng. Since then, she has built a trusted Cape Town catering business known for fresh, seasonal food and seamless event support.

Clare leads a team of trained chefs and event co-ordinators who share her passion for creating memorable occasions. From personalised menus to managing the details on the day, Clare is hands-on with every event, ensuring clients feel supported and confident throughout the process.

Our Cooking Philosophy

At Appetite, our cooking style is innovative and always in touch with local and global food trends. We take pride in using fresh, seasonal ingredients and grow our own herbs to ensure the utmost flavour and quality.

Chef-Prepared Frozen Meals

Our freezer meals bring you wholesome, home-cooked quality without the effort. Each dish is made from scratch with fresh ingredients, and frozen to enjoy them whenever you like.

The range includes comforting classics like Italian beef lasagna, creamy butter chicken with rice, and cottage pie, alongside vegetarian favourites such as Greek spanakopita or Mediterranean vegetable lasagna, and even vegan options like our Cape Malay lentil dhal.

What Our Clients Are Saying

Everything went really well and the platters were a great success – as usual. Dr Jo Burgess from the Water Research Commission said to me that it was always a pleasure having lunch with us as it is always so tasty and different each time. Thanx Clare and team – you ROCK!

I would like to thank you so much for the beautiful food that was served at our board meeting. All our guests were very impressed.

I can’t thank you enough for the wonderful food you keep catering for us for our rugby box. I must say that the comments have been great, and everyone has enjoyed the food. I always only receive great feedback regarding the food.

We just wanted to thank you for the wonderful food and staff that you provided us with for our party on Saturday. Everyone is still raving about the food! Thank you for everything.

It was amazing thanks, your food was fantastic, they loved everything, and your staff where great. Thanks for such amazing service!

The food was wonderful, thank you. Everyone commented on how generous the portions were!

Clare – thank you for your awesome service – I had great feedback from some of the attendees and the sushi was fresh and tasty! Well done!

The food, your staff, the service, etc really exceeded our expectations. We are still receiving messages from guests telling us about the great party.

Your food was stunning & by the end of the night, there was not a crumb left! I would love your Tuna recipe if you don’t mind sharing it!

Your food and the ambience you created were magnificent. I am in awe!

Looking for Menu Ideas?

Take a look at some of the dishes we love to prepare — inspired by the seasons, rooted in local ingredients, and designed to impress.

Events Caterer in Cape Town

Tailored Catering for Every Occasion

Private Gatherings

Weddings & Celebrations

Corporate Catering

Frozen Meals