Catering
Mao and Co is a highly sought after food truck that caters for weddings, parties and corporate events around Wellington and Greater Wellington from Wairarapa to Palmerston North.
Our mouth-watering dumplings, noodles and yum cha snacks are handmade, delicious and beautifully presented. This makes Mao and Co a cost-effective catering option that will elevate your private event.
We have many years of experience in hospitality and understand the need to be good communicators, to deliver outstanding and professional service, while adding high impact value at your special event.
We cater to groups of 30 to 200+ and have catered over 200 private events including weddings, birthdays; and corporate events for government, private sector and the arts industry.
There’s a reason why we are time-tested and have been in the food truck scene for 10 years.
Catering packages
Mao’s unlimited menu
Unlimited Dumplings and Noodle Bowls
6 Dumplings per bowl
500ml Noodle Bowls
A stunning array of our signature dumplings and noodle bowls served continuously. Think grazing table, tapas, yum cha style.
Duration: served over a 1.5 hour period
Price: $35pp
Design your own menu
You decide! Pick 1-4 mouth-watering menu items from the catering menu below.
Price:
1 menu item, $22 pp
2 menu items, $30 pp
3 menu items, $38 pp
4 menu items, $46 pp
Canapes: Select from our yum cha menu
Price: $2 per piece (minimum 6 pieces per person $12 pp)
Catering menu
Dumplings
• Pork, cabbage and fennel
• Beef, celery and cumin
• Spinach, shiitake and tofu (V)
Noodles
• Poached chicken, soy and sesame satay
• Ground beef, Sichuan pepper and bok choy
• Tofu, Lotus Root and Asian Slaw (V)
Gluten free on request (GF)
Yum cha
• Vege spring rolls, mushroom and carrot (V)
• Prawn toast, prawn and fish mousse and mayo
• Salt and pepper squid, spring onion and kewpie
• Fried pork wontons, sweet and sour sauce
Desserts
• Mango pudding, coconut and sago
• Fruit Platter of seasonal fruits
The fine print
Service
Guests can collect from the food truck counter or help themselves to a buffet table spread.
If you prefer pass around or table service, Mao’s waiter service is available POA. You can also provide your own food runners.
N.B. we serve our cuisine in 100% compostable packaging (bowls, cutlery and serviettes) to ensure a zero waste event.
Booking T&C’s
• A minimum $1000 food spend is required for May - November bookings and a minimum $2000 food spend is required for bookings December - April
• Plus, a $200 booking fee to cover travel and to secure your exclusive date with us.
Booking fee is non-refundable, should you decide to cancel with less than 4 weeks notice.
• An additional $50 is applicable for Wairarapa and Horowhenua locations.
• An additional $100 is applicable if setting up in your home/office kitchen.
Dietary requirements
Vegetarian, vegan, dairy free and nut free preferences or allergies can be catered for on the spot without notice.
Any coeliac and gluten free preferences or allergies will need to be pre-ordered 2 week’s prior to your event.
Visit @maoandconz on Instagram, Facebook for some visual inspiration.
Email us for more information at maoandconz@gmail.com.
Why Mao’s street food catering service?
Culinary excellence.
We’re the #1 caterer in Wellington for authentic Sichuan and Cantonese classics, renowned for handmade dumplings, noodles, and yum cha snacks.
Tailor-made experiences.
We specialise in personalised catering solutions, transforming any space into a high-end Chinese restaurant for weddings, birthdays, anniversaries, and events.
Versatility at its best.
From serving 100+ wedding guests to rolling into your work Christmas party with our dedicated food truck, Mao adapts seamlessly to create memorable culinary experiences.
Quality guaranteed.
Our clients trust us for our authenticity and commitment to delivering an unforgettable dining experience.
Booking with Mao and Co is as easy as…
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Step 1
Complete our speedy inquiry form. Don’t forget to read the fine print!
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Step 2
We’ll confirm availability, lock in your date, and send out your booking invoice.
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Step 3
Pick package and menu 2 weeks prior to your event. Pay and you’re done!
Discover our catering menu.
Hint: it tastes even better than it looks!
We’re here to make your special day, unforgettable.
