How far in advance should I book my wedding catering? (Hint: Sooner than you think!)
The Sweet Spot: 12–18 Months Before Your Wedding
We typically receive wedding enquiries and confirm bookings 12 to 18 months in advance — and for good reason. Once your date and venue are set, catering should be one of the very next items on your checklist.
Here’s why booking early matters:
We book out quickly. Popular dates (especially Saturdays between May - October) fill up fast.
It gives you options. The earlier you book, the more flexibility you’ll have with menus, staff planning, and service style.
You’ll secure your dream team. Booking early means we can reserve the perfect chef, service staff, and logistics schedule for your day.
You lock in your place, not your menu. More on that next!
Booking Early Doesn’t Mean Locking in Everything
Here’s a little insider secret: your deposit isn’t about finalising your menu — it’s about securing your date and time before someone else does.
Your menu, service style, and reception format can all change closer to the day. Whether you start with a cocktail reception and later decide on shared dining, or want to swap your grazing table for a live food station — that’s totally fine! We revisit your plan as your wedding vision evolves.
Think of it like reserving your favourite restaurant for a Saturday night — you might not know exactly what you’ll order, but you know you definitely want that table.
Why We Won’t Book Your 2027 Wedding (Yet!)
We know some couples love to plan way ahead (and we love that energy!), but we don’t take wedding bookings more than 18 months out — and here’s why.
The hospitality industry changes constantly — food costs, staffing rates, and supplier prices can shift dramatically from year to year. Quoting too far in advance would mean giving you numbers that simply might not hold up closer to your wedding date, and that’s not how we operate.
Because our deposit is non-refundable, we want you to book when your plans (and budgets) feel more settled. The closer you are to your wedding date, the more accurate and fair your quote will be.
We also offer flexible payment options, so once you’re within that 18-month window, you can secure your date early and space out payments in a way that works best for you.
The Bottom Line
Booking your catering early doesn’t lock you into decisions — it locks you into peace of mind.
When you book Pure Catering, you’re not just securing a date; you’re securing a team that’s already thinking ahead for you — the logistics, the kitchen setup, the service flow, and the little details that make your day run smoothly.
So once your venue and date are confirmed, reach out. We’ll get the wheels (and ovens) turning, and give you the flexibility to finalise the fun stuff later.
👉 Enquire today to secure your date with Pure Catering before we book out — your future self will thank you!
