Greece's catering sector presents an upward trend in recent years. The Olympic Games that were hosted in Athens in 2004 gave a significant boost to the sector, offering local companies the opportunity to acquire additional experience and know-how.

The Greek catering sector comprises specialized companies, as well as companies that are also active in other areas, such as confectionaries, restaurants, hospitality enterprises and more. An ever growing demand for catering services by major corporations combined with consumers’ modern trends for gastronomic solutions have also contributed and created the suitable environment for the development of the Greek catering field.

The catering industry in Greece covers a wide range of different businesses including eateries and restaurants, contract caterers in various industrial and commercial premises, food takeaways, cafΓ© and bistros. Major services include off-premises catering (food prepared away from the premises where it is served) and on-premises catering (meals prepared and served at the same location), as well as alcohol sales and facility rentals.

Most of the sector’s professionals have an established reputation for exceptional food, creativity and presentation combined with outstanding service. They boast years of experience in the field, ensuring innovation and high quality β€œgastronomy”, dishes abound with inventive interpretations and modern creations based on the very best traditions of Greece, the regional and international cuisine. They provide full-service catering, party planning and event management services for corporate entertaining, galas and fundraisers, social events, weddings, receptions, business breakfasts and luncheons, including consultation to assess the type of event, guest count, venue and special food requests, coordination of facility rental, flowers, entertainment and photography.

Experienced event planners design tailor-made menus and coordinate both the dΓ©cor and food presentation for any event. Inspired chefs, top quality of raw materials and the professionalism of the skilled staff are available for catering any event, whether it is a product launch, a wedding reception, a major conference, a sales meeting, a gala dinner or an incentive. There are numerous venues to please all tastes, verdant estates, places right by the sea, platforms kissed by the waves, clubs, art galleries, renovated industrial establishments throughout Greece, providing the ideal setting for special occasions.