Our five best-selling catering platters — the Signature Deli Sandwich Platter, Mediterranean Mezze Board, Hot Entrée Tray, Seasonal Salad Platter, and Artisan Wrap Platter — account for over 80% of all corporate catering orders we fulfill each month. Here's exactly what makes each one a reliable choice for office lunches, business meetings, and large-scale events.
Planning food for a group is high-stakes. Get it wrong and people remember it. Get it right and clients, colleagues, and stakeholders walk away feeling genuinely looked after. Over the past decade of delivering corporate catering menus across hundreds of events, we've tracked what groups actually eat, what gets left on the table, and what earns the most re-orders. These five platters rose to the top for specific, repeatable reasons — and we'll break down each one.
1. The Signature Deli Sandwich Platter
Why it's our #1 seller: Sandwiches are universally understood. There's no learning curve, no dietary surprise, and no need to explain what's on the plate. Our Signature Deli Sandwich Platter feeds groups of 10 to 50 and includes eight rotating fillings — four meat-based and four vegetarian — on freshly baked sourdough, ciabatta, and multigrain bread.
For catering for business meetings specifically, sandwiches work because they're hand-held, portion-controlled, and low-mess. People can eat while reviewing a slide deck or standing at a networking event without needing cutlery. We pre-label each variety so guests with dietary restrictions can self-serve confidently.
Best suited for: Boardroom lunches, all-staff briefings, client pitches, and training days with 10–80 attendees.
2. The Mediterranean Mezze Board
Why it works: The Mediterranean Mezze Board is our fastest-growing platter, up 34% in orders year-over-year. It includes hummus, tzatziki, falafel, stuffed vine leaves, marinated olives, pita bread, and seasonal crudités — all naturally gluten-adaptable and vegetarian by default.
Modern corporate catering menus need to accommodate diverse dietary needs without making guests feel singled out. The mezze format solves this elegantly: every item stands on its own, so vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free guests eat the same platter as everyone else, just with different choices. No separate "special meal" required.
It also photographs beautifully, which matters for companies posting event content to LinkedIn or internal comms channels.
Best suited for: Creative agency meetings, product launches, networking receptions, and events with 15–100 guests.
3. The Hot Entrée Tray
Why it works: For longer events — half-day workshops, full-day conferences, or catered lunch breaks running past 90 minutes — cold food loses its appeal fast. Our Hot Entrée Tray delivers on substance. Current rotating options include roasted chicken thighs with herb jus, vegetarian lasagne, Thai green curry with jasmine rice, and a seasonal grain bowl with roasted vegetables.
We use insulated delivery packaging that maintains food at a safe 63°C (145°F) for up to 90 minutes post-delivery, which means your team gets hot food even if the meeting runs long. Every hot tray includes serving utensils and recyclable plates.
Best suited for: Full-day conferences, off-site retreats, end-of-quarter celebrations, and office lunch delivery for 20–120 people.
4. The Seasonal Salad Platter
Why it works: Don't underestimate the salad platter — it's not a side option, it's a statement. Our Seasonal Salad Platter is updated every eight weeks to reflect peak-season produce, which means higher flavor quality and lower food costs passed on to you. Current spring/summer rotation includes a roasted beetroot and goat cheese salad, a charred corn and black bean salad, a classic Caesar with parmesan crisp, and a wild rice and cranberry salad.
Health-conscious office environments — especially in tech, finance, and professional services — request this platter as a standalone or pair it with the Artisan Wrap Platter for a complete office lunch delivery spread. It's also the most frequently added platter when clients expand an existing order.
Best suited for: Wellness events, lunch-and-learns, smaller executive meetings of 8–30 people, and as an add-on to any primary platter order.
5. The Artisan Wrap Platter
Why it works: The Artisan Wrap Platter fills the gap between a full sandwich and a light snack. Each wrap is cut into three portions, making grazing easy and reducing food waste compared to whole-sandwich formats. Current wrap options include smoked salmon and cream cheese, grilled chicken Caesar, roasted red pepper and halloumi, and a spiced chickpea and spinach option.
For event sandwich platters in particular, the wrap format travels better than open-faced options and holds its structure for up to four hours, giving you flexibility on event timing. We offer this platter in quantities starting at 20 portions, making it viable for small team lunches right through to large event catering for 200+.
Best suited for: Training sessions, offsite meetings, trade show catering, and hybrid events where food needs to stay fresh across staggered arrival times.
Platter Comparison: Which One Is Right for Your Event?
Platter Min. Guests Hot or Cold Dietary-Inclusive Best Event Type Signature Deli Sandwich 10 Cold Partial (labeled) Boardroom meetings, training days Mediterranean Mezze 15 Cold High (vegan/GF-friendly) Networking events, product launches Hot Entrée Tray 20 Hot Moderate (rotating menu) Conferences, full-day workshops Seasonal Salad 8 Cold High (seasonal, plant-forward) Wellness events, executive lunches Artisan Wrap 20 Cold High (varied fillings) Trade shows, hybrid events, trainingHow Our Ordering Process Works
We built our ordering process around corporate timelines, not restaurant ones. Here's how a typical office lunch delivery or event catering order flows:
- Place your order 48 hours in advance — we accept same-day requests for standard platters when stock allows, but 48 hours guarantees your full menu selection.
- Confirm headcount and dietary requirements — our team contacts you within two hours of ordering to confirm numbers and flag any allergen needs.
- Choose your delivery window — we offer 30-minute delivery slots between 7:00 AM and 3:00 PM, Monday through Saturday.
- We set up on arrival — our drivers lay out platters, label items, and leave serving equipment with every order over 30 people.
- Post-event collection — we collect all reusable serving equipment within 24 hours at no extra charge.
Corporate account holders receive priority scheduling, consolidated monthly invoicing, and a dedicated account manager — useful for companies running regular weekly or fortnightly catered meetings.
Why Businesses Keep Re-Ordering
Repeat business makes up 67% of our monthly corporate catering revenue. The pattern is consistent: a company tries one platter for a single meeting, the team responds well, and within 60 days that company becomes a recurring account. The three most common reasons clients give for re-ordering are food quality consistency, reliable delivery timing, and the ease of dietary accommodation.
If you're evaluating corporate catering menu options for your office or next event, the best starting point is a single platter trial order. Choose the format that fits your group size, note how your team responds, and build from there.
How far in advance do I need to order catering for a business meeting?
We require 48 hours notice for standard platter orders. For events over 100 people or custom menu builds, we recommend booking 5–7 business days in advance to guarantee full availability and customization options.
Do you accommodate dietary restrictions like gluten-free or vegan?
Yes. The Mediterranean Mezze Board and Seasonal Salad Platter are naturally vegan and gluten-adaptable. All other platters include labeled vegetarian options, and we can prepare allergen-separated portions for guests with severe allergies when notified at least 48 hours in advance.
What is the minimum order size for office lunch delivery?
Our minimum order is 8 people for the Seasonal Salad Platter and 10 people for all other platters. There is no minimum spend threshold for corporate account holders.
Can I mix multiple platters in one order?
Absolutely. Most corporate clients combine two to three platters per event — a common combination is the Artisan Wrap Platter paired with the Mediterranean Mezze Board and the Seasonal Salad Platter for a well-rounded, dietary-inclusive spread. Mixed orders receive a single coordinated delivery with all items arriving simultaneously.
Do you offer recurring weekly catering for offices?
Yes. We offer recurring weekly and fortnightly office lunch delivery schedules for corporate accounts. Recurring clients receive priority delivery slots, a 10% standing order discount, and a dedicated account manager for menu planning and headcount adjustments.