The Wilderness Chef

The Wilderness Chef 'The Wilderness Chef' provides restaurant quality dining experiences in locations unimaginable!!! No vision too ambitious!

The Wilderness Chef delivers refined and unforgettable dining experiences, with every dish crafted with precision and passion. We specialise in large weddings, corporate events, and celebrations, providing seamless service and restaurant-quality cuisine. Whether your event is a grand celebration or an intimate gathering, our expert team ensures every detail is thoughtfully executed. We can also ca

ter for elopements, private dining experiences, and more, bringing exceptional hospitality to any setting. Our thoughtfully designed packages include roaming canapés, immersive banquet feasts, alternate drop dining, and intimate degustations. We create extraordinary dining experiences in stunning natural settings across the Hunter, Newcastle, Central Coast, Port Stephens, Sydney, and beyond.

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28/11/2025

We had the pleasure of catering the Nature’s Care gala, where 250 guests came together to celebrate in style!

It was an incredible event to be part of!

The atmosphere was buzzing, the room was full of energy and our team enjoyed every moment. Large events like this are where we really shine. We love the planning, the timing, the logistics and the satisfaction of seeing everything run smoothly from the first canapé to the final plate.

Guests were welcomed with canapés, followed by a beautifully plated entrée and an alternate drop main course. We also managed the cake cutting and plating, keeping the evening seamless so guests could simply relax and enjoy.

The menu:

Canapés
• House Smoked Salmon, wonton crisp, gribiche, dill & aleppo
• Beef Fillet Tataki, chilli jam, puffed sesame crisp, wakame & togarashi
• Caramelised Beetroot Tart, parmesan, pesto & hazelnuts

Entree
• BBQ Chorizo, lentil ragout, salsa verde, zucchini, seeds & Hunter Valley
feta

Alternate Drop Main Course
• Glazed Beef Cheek, cauliflower puree, garlic mushrooms, jus, radish &
eshallot
• Confit Chicken, charred pumpkin, cabbage jam, tzatziki, shallot & dukkah

Georgia and MatThe photos speak for themselves! Georgia and Mat chose the stunning for their wedding on Friday 29 Augus...
27/11/2025

Georgia and Mat

The photos speak for themselves! Georgia and Mat chose the stunning for their wedding on Friday 29 August, 2025.

They chose to surround themselves with 125 of their favourite people to help them celebrate their love and commitment to each other. We were excited to be part of this gorgeous day and brought some of our most delicious selections to the table.

After the ceremony, the couple chose four selections of our roaming canapés as guests mingled around the pool and through the beautiful courtyards. The team at served the drinks, and the relaxed evening flowed from there.

They selected an individually plated entree to begin the dinner service, followed by an alternate drop main course. Our team also handled the cake cutting, which we plated and served roaming on trays.

Their full menu is below:

Canapés:
• Torched Scallop, cauliflower puree, dill & caper brown butter
• Grilled Haloumi Soft Taco, tomato chutney, shaved slaw & spiced almonds
• Portobello Mushroom Arancini, leek, thyme, parmesan & truffle aioli
• BBQ Chorizo Roll, aged cheddar, bruschetta, dijon & crispy eshallot

Individually Plated Entree:
• Torched Salmon, caramelised cauliflower, puree, yellow squash, truffle capers, dukkah & dill

Alternate drop main course:
• Roasted Porchetta, caramelised fennel, puree, charred
broccolini, cabbage jam, jus & eshallot;
• Braised Beef Cheek, potato gratin, sauteed kale, dutch carrots,beef reduction & pangritata

Congratulations to Georgia and Mat, we wish you all the best on this exciting new chapter of your life together! Thank you for choosing us to create your dining experience.

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Absolutely loving these shots from Georgia and Mat’s wedding. This is the kind of energy we love to see… big smiles, ful...
25/11/2025

Absolutely loving these shots from Georgia and Mat’s wedding. This is the kind of energy we love to see… big smiles, full hearts and everyone having an amazing time!

I cannot wait to share more from this album, it is epic!

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Absolutely loving this shot from Georgia and Mat’s wedding. This is the kind of energy we love to see… big smiles, full ...
25/11/2025

Absolutely loving this shot from Georgia and Mat’s wedding. This is the kind of energy we love to see… big smiles, full hearts and everyone having an amazing time!

I cannot wait to share more from this album, it is epic!

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Sometimes all you need in life is a silver tray filled with delicious food hand delivered to you.And this week, we defin...
21/11/2025

Sometimes all you need in life is a silver tray filled with delicious food hand delivered to you.

And this week, we definitely delivered!

We are catering a total of 8 events this week across the Hunter Valley, Newcastle, Port Stephens and more. We still have 3 events to go, including a 145 person wedding and a 120 person wedding on Saturday!

We will be sharing plenty of delicious food on our stories over the weekend, so keep an eye out!

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Georgia and Andrew Their wedding was on the 2nd of September at the tropical Leaves and Fishes with 52 of their closest ...
20/11/2025

Georgia and Andrew

Their wedding was on the 2nd of September at the tropical Leaves and Fishes with 52 of their closest family and friends. With gorgeous spring weather, and the lush greenery of the venue creating the perfect backdrop for their intimate celebration.

Guests enjoyed a relaxed cocktail hour in the garden courtyard, with our team serving three delicious canapés while everyone mingled and caught up. Personal touches made the day even more special, from their dogs joining the ceremony to a cruiser tower to kickstart the party.

After canapés, we served an alternate drop of individually plated entrées and mains, finishing the evening with their cake beautifully portioned onto shared platters. Check out our recent blog for their full menu selection.

Congratulations to the couple and thank you for including us as part of your day!

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This is what we love to see!Whether you choose a banquet, plated meal or canapés, the thing that matters most is connect...
18/11/2025

This is what we love to see!

Whether you choose a banquet, plated meal or canapés, the thing that matters most is connection. Food brings people together, and moments like this with a table full of food, people chatting and lifelong memories being made are exactly why we love doing what we do.

Delicious food really is the cornerstone of life’s most meaningful moments. We all have family recipes passed down from great grandmothers, favourite restaurants we go back to with friends and comfort food that somehow makes everything better.

So, if you are ready to book a caterer who understands the importance of good food and full bellies, we are the team for you!

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14/11/2025

Join us for our series, where Cooper talks you through each of our seasonal canapés!

We take a lot of pride in creating menus that change seasonally, to make the most of the freshest and tastiest seasonal produce. This is also a great opportunity for our chefs to introduce new ingredients or exciting new flavour combinations!

Today we have a canapé from our classic canapé menu, that is without doubt our most popular, Listed just as you’ll see them on your menu:

Portobello Mushroom Arancini, leek, thyme, parmesan & truffle aioli

Create the perfect day with our enticing add-ons!Along with delivering a seamless dining experience, we can help you cre...
13/11/2025

Create the perfect day with our enticing add-ons!

Along with delivering a seamless dining experience, we can help you create the perfect vibe!

You can have your bar service organised with us, which means two big parts of your day are sorted in one place, keeping things simple and streamlined. And if you want to take it up a notch, add a champagne or cocktail tower, a tea and coffee station or even some lawn games for a bit of fun.

Feeling extra fancy? Add extra canapés, sourdough with cultured butter on your table setting, cake cutting, late night snacks or a freshly shucked oyster bar. These extra touches make your day more interactive and unforgettable!

All add ons can be locked in just four weeks before your day!

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A little glimpse into Kirin and James’ wedding last week at the beautiful Kangy Gardens!The couple chose an intimate mid...
11/11/2025

A little glimpse into Kirin and James’ wedding last week at the beautiful Kangy Gardens!

The couple chose an intimate midweek celebration surrounded by their favourite people. It was the most gorgeous spring day, with Kangy Gardens’ stunning grounds and an outdoor courtyard feast that made the evening unforgettable.

A night filled with connection, laughter and we love nothing more than seeing everyone gathered around a dining table filled with food, the perfect way to celebrate love.

The banquet menu they selected below:

PROTEINS
- Lebanese Charred Chicken, pickled onions, chives & buttermilk ranch
- Braised Beef Cheek, jus, thyme, radish & sourdough pangritatta

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- Layered Potato Gratin, creamed leek, marjoram, parmesan & crispy onions 
- Wok Tossed Greens, eshallot vinaigrette, chilli, ginger, shallots & togarashi
- Roasted Beetroot, charred corn, mint, whipped tahini, leaf, lentils & spiced almonds

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07/11/2025

Join us for our next series, where Cooper talks you through each of our seasonal canapés!

We take a lot of pride in creating menus that change seasonally, to make the most of the freshest and tastiest produce. This is also a great opportunity for our chefs to introduce new ingredients or exciting new flavour combinations!

Today we have a canapé from our classic canapé menu, Listed just as you’ll see them on your menu:

Grilled Prawn, sambuca cream, sambal & curry leaf

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