Montana Food and Events Waikato

Montana Food and Events Waikato Waikato's ultimate food and events partner
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Ready to take your dining experience to the next level? At Montana Food and Events, we bring unparalleled taste and soph...
10/09/2024

Ready to take your dining experience to the next level? At Montana Food and Events, we bring unparalleled taste and sophistication to every event. Elevate your occasion with our meticulously crafted dishes and impeccable service.

Get in touch today to take your event to a whole new standard of excellence.

Last weekend, we had the absolute privilege of being part of the stunning The Waikato Wedding Affair at The Atrium, show...
05/09/2024

Last weekend, we had the absolute privilege of being part of the stunning The Waikato Wedding Affair at The Atrium, showcasing not just food and coffee, but a whole experience! A huge shoutout to our incredible Functions Coordinator, Bever-Leigh, who worked her magic behind the scenes, transforming a simple café setup into a dreamy space for both exhibitors and the public alike.

From mood boards to handmade décor, Bever-Leigh envisioned and brought to life a café that was as beautiful as the weddings on display. Not only did we transport our coffee cart and café cabinet up a challenging hill, but we also served up a range of treats, with our vegan snickers slice stealing the show!

It was unusual for us to create a café outside of our usual spaces, and we loved every minute. The suspenders, bow ties, and custom décor added that extra touch of class. Thank you to everyone who stopped by to chat, enjoy a coffee, and get a taste of what Montana Food and Events can bring to your special day!

Meet Vasu, our Food and Beverage Service Manager with over 15 years of experience in the hospitality industry. Having he...
04/09/2024

Meet Vasu, our Food and Beverage Service Manager with over 15 years of experience in the hospitality industry. Having held key roles such as Venue Manager, Front of House Manager, and Food and Beverage Manager, Vasu brings a wealth of expertise to our Montana Food and Events team.

Since joining Montana Food and Events in 2017, Vasu has played a crucial role in delivering top-notch food and beverage service operations across Waikato. His responsibilities include leading our exceptional Front of House team, managing customer relationships, and planning and executing large-scale events with meticulous attention to detail.

Under Vasu’s leadership, the team thrives in an environment marked by optimism, fearlessness, and shared goals. His notable achievements include contributing to major domestic and international events such as the HSBC New Zealand Sevens, 2024 ITM Taupō Super400 and Fieldays, as well as other significant events like NZ Darts Masters, The Hospice Waikato Bucket List Banquet, International Cricket and the recent Mitre10 Conference and Expo.

Outside of work, Vasu enjoys spending time with his 6-month-old son, exploring world politics, trekking, and engaging with social media. A fun fact about Vasu: he can read and speak four different languages!

We’re thrilled to have Vasu leading our Food and Beverage operations, bringing his passion, experience, and vision to every function and event we deliver.

Discover what sets Montana Food and Events apart. From our carefully crafted dishes with only the freshest ingredients t...
26/08/2024

Discover what sets Montana Food and Events apart. From our carefully crafted dishes with only the freshest ingredients to our ability to cater for all occasions. With every bite, you’ll taste the difference.

Last Friday and Saturday, GLOBOX Arena & Events Centre, Claudelands hosted the thrilling Professional Darts Corporation ...
20/08/2024

Last Friday and Saturday, GLOBOX Arena & Events Centre, Claudelands hosted the thrilling Professional Darts Corporation New Zealand Darts Masters 2024! Montana Food and Events had the pleasure of serving the 550 VIP guests in attendance each night, offering a selection of tray-served finger food and a themed bar. The atmosphere was incredible, and our team is proud to be able to contribute to the event’s success for another year.

We’re always so grateful to receive your kind words and feedback! Your insights help us create even more exceptional eve...
13/08/2024

We’re always so grateful to receive your kind words and feedback! Your insights help us create even more exceptional events and outstanding dining experiences.

What a night to remember! The Hammer Hardware Annual Awards Dinner at the Atrium was a fantastic celebration with 121 gu...
08/08/2024

What a night to remember! The Hammer Hardware Annual Awards Dinner at the Atrium was a fantastic celebration with 121 guests in attendance. The evening started with delicious canapés, followed by impeccable tray-served mains, and ended on a sweet note with an incredible dessert station. Thank you to everyone who made it such a memorable event!

Venue The Atrium
Photographer Kiri Marsters Photography

At Montana Food and Events, we pride ourselves on being industry leaders. Our team consists of innovative and experience...
30/07/2024

At Montana Food and Events, we pride ourselves on being industry leaders. Our team consists of innovative and experienced chefs and front-of-house team members who bring a wealth of experience to every event. Book now to experience the highest standards of event catering and hospitality.

Every detail is meticulously planned from start to finish to elevate your dining experience. Contact our team today to d...
25/07/2024

Every detail is meticulously planned from start to finish to elevate your dining experience. Contact our team today to discover how we can help with your next function or event.

Honoured to have been a part of and catered for this year's FMG Young Farmer of the Year Awards held at GLOBOX Arena & E...
24/07/2024

Honoured to have been a part of and catered for this year's FMG Young Farmer of the Year Awards held at GLOBOX Arena & Events Centre, Claudelands. An amazing display of innovation, celebrating the remarkable skill and knowledge of up-and-coming young farmers in New Zealand.

19/07/2024
Meet Tyler, our Executive Chef, with an extensive culinary background spanning over 20 years in the hospitality industry...
17/07/2024

Meet Tyler, our Executive Chef, with an extensive culinary background spanning over 20 years in the hospitality industry both internationally and domestically. With a talent for overseeing complex productions at large-scale events as well as intimate gatherings, Tyler specialises in curating sophisticated menus tailored to meet each client’s vision.

Since he has been with us, Tyler has led the team in delivering outstanding culinary experiences, including the 2023 HSBC NZ Sevens, FIFA Women's World Cup 2023, and a Halberg Trust Degustation dinner held at Cambridge Stud. He also delivered exceptional service at this year's Fieldays 2024 and flawlessly executed the three-day 2024 ITM Taupo Super400 event, ensuring every detail was perfect.

Tyler's leadership skills and dedication to excellence have elevated Montana Food and Events, guaranteeing that every event is a success. We are incredibly fortunate to have Tyler lead our team of chefs and kitchen staff, consistently delivering outstanding culinary experiences that impress our clients and set us apart in the industry.

Let us take the stress out of planning your next event. Whether it’s a grand celebration or an intimate gathering, our f...
10/07/2024

Let us take the stress out of planning your next event. Whether it’s a grand celebration or an intimate gathering, our functions team is here to make your event seamless and unforgettable.

Contact our team today.

A few delicious snaps from our themed degustation dinner for the Business Events Industry Aotearoa Waikato Regional Fami...
02/07/2024

A few delicious snaps from our themed degustation dinner for the Business Events Industry Aotearoa Waikato Regional Famil hosted by GLOBOX Arena & Events Centre, Claudelands

1 & 2. Hamachi tartare, sunomono salad, rice cracker.
2 & 3. Tea Smoked Duck, Umeboshi, Yuzu Kosho.
5. Assiette of Desserts - Matcha Fondant, Trio of Duck Island Ice-cream & Sorbet, Tropical Fruit, Yuzu Brulee.

Shout out to our talented chefs for crafting such an incredible menu!

📸 Mike Walen

Ready to take your dining experience to the next level? At Montana Food and Events, we bring unparalleled taste and soph...
26/06/2024

Ready to take your dining experience to the next level? At Montana Food and Events, we bring unparalleled taste and sophistication to every event. Elevate your occasion with our meticulously crafted dishes and impeccable service. Get in touch today to take your event to a whole new standard of excellence.

Last Friday, GLOBOX Arena & Events Centre, Claudelands had the honor of hosting guests from the Business Events Industry...
24/06/2024

Last Friday, GLOBOX Arena & Events Centre, Claudelands had the honor of hosting guests from the Business Events Industry Aotearoa MEETINGS 2024 to showcase their incredible venue as part of the Business Events Waikato regional famil. The dinner unfolded in an intimate BOH storage space, offering a unique perspective on culinary creativity and cutting-edge hospitality. It was amazing to be a part of this showcase and tailor a menu to complement the occasion. Swipe through to see highlights from an evening of innovation and inspiration!

📸 Photos by the incredible Mike Walen

Cocktails crafted to perfection. Enquire about our premium cocktail packages for your next event today!📸 Janda Productio...
21/06/2024

Cocktails crafted to perfection. Enquire about our premium cocktail packages for your next event today!

📸 Janda Productions

Last Wednesday, Sanctuary Mountain Maungatautari hosted its much-anticipated Gala Dinner at the Sir Don Rowlands Event C...
11/06/2024

Last Wednesday, Sanctuary Mountain Maungatautari hosted its much-anticipated Gala Dinner at the Sir Don Rowlands Event Centre overlooking Karapiro. Working alongside the Event Sponsor BiteLAB, we catered an exquisite 3-course plated meal for 380 guests. We are proud of our ongoing partnership with Sanctuary Mountain Maungatautari and delighted to be able to participate in this incredible event.

The Gala Dinner, with its engaging entertainment and inspiring stories about the sanctuary’s groundbreaking conservation work, raised essential funds to support the sanctuary's operations, including the $5000 a day needed for maintaining its operations. The Sanctuary, home to 2,500 North Island brown kiwi, recently led the largest-ever kiwi translocation season ever seen in New Zealand, a monumental effort in preserving and expanding the population of this iconic species. Additionally, it is at the forefront of pioneering kākāpō relocation on the mainland, demonstrating a commitment to protecting and restoring New Zealand's unique biodiversity.

Thank you to everyone who contributed to this fantastic evening and helped raise funds to support such an amazing cause.

Experience the difference with our catering expertise. Every bite is thoughtfully crafted to elevate your dining experie...
04/06/2024

Experience the difference with our catering expertise. Every bite is thoughtfully crafted to elevate your dining experience. Contact us to make your next event unforgettable!

Discover a culinary adventure like no other with Montana Food and Events. Where innovation meets exquisite flavours, we ...
23/05/2024

Discover a culinary adventure like no other with Montana Food and Events. Where innovation meets exquisite flavours, we redefine your dining experience with every bite.

We're still absolutely buzzing from the success of the Hospice Waikato Bucket List Banquet! Reliving the night with thes...
20/05/2024

We're still absolutely buzzing from the success of the Hospice Waikato Bucket List Banquet! Reliving the night with these amazing photos captured by the very talented Janda Productions

We're thrilled to receive such fantastic feedback from the inaugural 2024 ITM Taupō Super400. Countless hours of dedicat...
15/05/2024

We're thrilled to receive such fantastic feedback from the inaugural 2024 ITM Taupō Super400. Countless hours of dedication, hard work, and meticulous planning went into making this event a success. We extend our sincere gratitude to our events partners GEMA GROUP & Supercars for their unwavering support, and to our exceptional events team for their tireless efforts. Here's to the next one!

Experience the difference of service tailored to your needs. Our staff are here to help every step of the way to make yo...
28/04/2024

Experience the difference of service tailored to your needs. Our staff are here to help every step of the way to make your vision a reality.

What an incredible weekend at the ITM Taupo Super400! With 6200 corporate guests served over 3 unforgettable days, we wa...
22/04/2024

What an incredible weekend at the ITM Taupo Super400! With 6200 corporate guests served over 3 unforgettable days, we want to extend a huge thank you to our dedicated staff who worked tirelessly and braved the rain to make the event a resounding success.

We Create Event Magic - Let us turn your special moments into unforgettable memories.
17/04/2024

We Create Event Magic - Let us turn your special moments into unforgettable memories.

Thrilled to receive such great feedback from our amazing clients! Thank you, T & L, for letting us play a part in your s...
12/04/2024

Thrilled to receive such great feedback from our amazing clients! Thank you, T & L, for letting us play a part in your special day!

With access to the very best Waikato venues. We can ensure your event is nothing short of spectacular.📸 Mike Walen
09/04/2024

With access to the very best Waikato venues. We can ensure your event is nothing short of spectacular.

📸 Mike Walen

Heading to Fieldays this year? Whether you're cultivating new partnerships or tending to your on-site team, explore the ...
04/04/2024

Heading to Fieldays this year? Whether you're cultivating new partnerships or tending to your on-site team, explore the excellence of our tailored catering packages crafted exclusively for Fieldays 2024. Get in touch with our team for more information.

From morning teas and corporate lunches to private functions and gala dinners. Our team can handle all of your event nee...
02/04/2024

From morning teas and corporate lunches to private functions and gala dinners. Our team can handle all of your event needs. Enquire about your next event today!

Our expertise extends beyond the physical kitchen to ensure your event is a total success. We have specialist and experi...
25/03/2024

Our expertise extends beyond the physical kitchen to ensure your event is a total success. We have specialist and experienced leaders in Event Management, including Logistics, Front of House, and Operations. Our team is committed to providing seamless ex*****on, ensuring your event is memorable and stress-free from start to finish.

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Gate 6, Claudelands Events Centre, Brooklyn Road, Claudelands
Hamilton
3214

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

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The Montana name derives from earlier times with Montana Restaurant established in Victoria St Hamilton in 1965.

The culture of innovation and expansion were evident when in 1988 ‘out catering’ was added to the menu. The introduction of professional rugby in 1996 lead to a sea change with Montana entrusted with the original corporate hospitality at Hamilton’s Rugby Park, for the inaugural Chiefs UBix Super 12 season. The construction of what is now FMG Stadium Waikato during 2001, opening in 2002, was the catalyst for the new company’s birth.

Montana Catering 2001 Ltd, trading as Montana Catering, was based at Waikato Stadium from its opening and continues to be the resident caterer. In 2011, with the successful tendering for the catering rights to the refurbished Claudelands Events Centre, head office and a new catering operation was launched at this new venue.

In 2018 we evolved our name to Montana Food and Events to emphasise our continued focus on our Food being the defining difference, plus highlighting our expertise at Event Management. In an instant age, with a multitude of demands the pre, during and post event management can be one of the defining factors of success. Whether your event is a one-off function, complex conference with 2,000 delegates or a unique family gathering, our Event Management will guarantee its success.

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