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Choosing a catering format

Drop-off or full-service catering?

The right answer depends on whether you want great food delivered for your party or a catering team running the event around you.

What YDU offers

YDU Classic is Drop & Go catering. We cook the BBQ and deliver it ready for your table. You provide the serving setup and host the party. We do not currently offer staffed service, onsite cooking or event production.

01

Choose Drop & Go when the food is the priority

Drop & Go works well for birthdays, housewarmings, engagements and family celebrations where guests can help themselves.

You keep control of the space and timing. There are no chefs, waitstaff or service schedule built into the event.

  • Food delivered ready to serve
  • Relaxed self-service setup
  • Lower operational complexity
  • Your space stays your own

02

Choose full service when you need event operations

Full-service catering is the better fit when you need staff to set up, cook onsite, manage courses, clear tables or run food service throughout the event.

That is a different offer from YDU Classic. If those services are essential, YDU is unlikely to be the right caterer for this event.

03

Know what you will need at home

Plan a clear place for the food, serving utensils, plates and somewhere to keep the flow comfortable. The BBQ arrives ready for you to put out.

The format is intentionally simple, but it works best when one person knows where the spread will go before delivery arrives.

  • A sturdy serving table
  • Plates and cutlery
  • Serving utensils
  • A simple plan for leftovers

04

Qualify the offer before requesting a quote

YDU Classic is designed for private parties of 15 to 80 guests within 90 km of Endeavour Hills. Events from 81 to 100 guests can be reviewed individually.

Weddings, corporate events, community events and parties that require staffed service are not currently supported.

Common questions

Useful answers before you enquire.

Does YDU provide staff at the event?

No. YDU Classic is Drop & Go catering and does not include waitstaff, chefs or onsite service.

Does the food arrive ready to serve?

Yes. The BBQ is prepared for delivery and ready for you to put out for your guests.

Can you cook onsite?

No. YDU Classic does not include onsite cooking or smoker service.

Is Drop & Go suitable for a wedding?

YDU Classic does not currently support weddings. The offer is designed for relaxed private parties such as birthdays, housewarmings and family celebrations.

Is Drop & Go right for your party?

Share your date, guest numbers and location. We’ll review the details and come back to you with a clear YDU Classic quote.

YDU Classic is Drop & Go catering for private parties within 90 km of Endeavour Hills.

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