Cocktail and reception catering
Finger Food and Canapé Catering in Dubai and Abu Dhabi
A cocktail reception, a launch, an evening with clients: C-Gastronomie delivers French finger food, bite-size platters and macarons, made in our own kitchen and ready to serve to standing guests.
Made to be eaten standing
One or two bites per piece, individual cups and verrines: everything is designed for a glass in one hand.
Savoury and sweet
Mini burgers, quiches and croque bites, burratina and salad cups, then verrines and French macarons to finish.
French, made in house
Prepared to order by our own chefs in our kitchen in Abu Dhabi, delivered fresh on the day.
At a cocktail reception, guests eat standing, talk and move around. The food has to follow: finger food and canapé-style bites that can be taken in one hand, look good on the table and keep coming through the evening.
French finger food, made in house
Our hot savoury selection brings mini chicken burgers, three-cheese and mushroom mini quiches and truffle croque bites. Our burratina cups and salad cups add fresh, individual portions, and a grazing board gives the table a generous centrepiece.
Canapé catering Dubai: bite-size menus for cocktail receptions
For a reception of one to two hours, count six to eight savoury pieces and two sweet pieces per guest. For a longer evening, or a reception that replaces dinner, count ten to twelve pieces. Finish with dessert verrines and French macarons.
Alcohol-free drinks for your toast
Complete the reception with Alain Milliat juices, kombuchas and the alcohol-free sparkling Pinot Noir for the toast, from our curated beverages.
Delivery across Dubai, Abu Dhabi and Al Ain
We deliver 7 days a week, from 7:30 AM to 6 PM, in the time slot you choose at checkout. Delivery to Dubai and Al Ain is available on orders from AED 3,000, with a delivery charge of AED 150. Across the emirate of Abu Dhabi there is no minimum order, and delivery is AED 50, complimentary from AED 800. For a corporate event in Abu Dhabi, see also our corporate cocktail catering.
Pork-free, alcohol-free, allergens on every product
All our food is prepared without pork and without alcohol. The regulated allergens are listed on every product page, and our Allergens page sets out our full information.
Frequently asked questions
Finger food catering: your questions
How many pieces should I order per guest?
As a guide, count six to eight savoury pieces per guest for a cocktail reception of one to two hours, plus two sweet pieces. For a longer reception or one that replaces dinner, count ten to twelve pieces. Tell us your number of guests and we will build the order with you.
What is the minimum order for Dubai?
Delivery to Dubai is available on orders from AED 3,000, with a delivery charge of AED 150. In the emirate of Abu Dhabi there is no minimum order, and delivery is complimentary from AED 800.
Is the finger food served hot or cold?
Most of our pieces are served at room temperature or chilled. Our mini burgers, quiches and croque bites are our hot savoury selection and can be warmed briefly before serving.
Is the food pork-free and alcohol-free?
Yes. All our food is prepared without pork and without alcohol, and the regulated allergens are listed on every product page.
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Planning finger food catering in Dubai?
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