Christmas is just around the corner! If you’re still working out what to do or where to go for your Christmas party then check out our list of options.
Beautiful spaces and delicious food
BOOKPLATE at the National Library of Australia are offering a Christmas lunch package for 10 to 25 people and the option to celebrate in the evening with exclusive use of the venue. It’s a beautiful space and the table settings matched with the beautiful food will make you feel like Christmas has come early!
Visit their website to make a booking.
Pollen at the Australian National Botanic Gardens have a range of evening packages with canapés and drinks for bookings of more than 40 people. They also have a Christmas lunch option available for bookings of 10 to 25 people. Having your Christmas party at the Australian National Botanic Gardens will be an event to remember!
Visit their website to make a booking..
We were at the Christmas in July event that showcased the Christmas menu earlier in the year. It was a gorgeous spread so we can guarantee you’re in for a treat with BOOKPLATE or Pollen Café.
For larger groups
If you’re looking for a venue for bigger groups then The Loft at Duxton is the perfect place for you. It’s a great space that provides rustic menus showcasing a range of Australian regional produce. With lots of function packages for you to choose from you’re sure to find something to meet your needs.
Email functions@theduxton.com.au or call (02) 6162 0799 to make a booking.
Hire a Food Truck to come to you
If you’re looking for a cultural experience then Mr. Papa has lots of options for you to choose from. Their Peruvian food and friendly service will make everyone happy and they can even bring their food truck to you! See their website to see their options for catering.
Email hola@mrpapa.com.au or call Carlos on 0414 301 952.
Go on an Eat Canberra Food Tour
If you’ve got an afternoon to spare then book an Eat Canberra Food Tour for a unique end of year celebration! We can arrange daytime or evening food tours and we can arrange something for groups of any size people however a minimum of 6 people are required for private tours. Send your enquiry to eatcanberra@gmail.com or call Amelia on 0449 255 950.
Have dinner or lunch at a restaurant
If delicious Indian food is what you’re after then Daana in Curtin have a range of Festive Packages for all budgets! You can book a table and pick from one of the banquets or you can hire the entire restaurant for your group.
More information can be found on their website or email chef@daana.com.au to make a booking.
Hire a caterer
If you have a venue and want some yummy Christmas-style food delivered to your office then Swirl Catering have a few Christmas packages available.
Email orders@swirlcatering.com.au or call Lachlan on 0415 193 956 to make a booking.
Amelia Bidgood
Amelia is the Founder and Editor of Eat Canberra and the Founder and Managing Director of Eat Canberra Food Tours. She's a qualified journalist, presenter, freelance writer and also runs a boutique communications agency working with small business owners on all things social media, content creation and marketing. She's taught cheesemaking classes, judged hospitality and tourism awards, completed the WSET Level 1 Award In Wines, loves to cook and has travelled to 23 countries. She's also passionate about mental health and has recently started studying to become a Counsellor.