You don’t need a fancy venue or a professional kitchen to create a truly luxurious dining experience.
With CaterCo.’s Co’s Palate Set Course Dining, you can transform your home into a fine dining restaurant—effortlessly and elegantly.
Here’s your ultimate guide to hosting a private sit-down event that feels refined, personal, and unforgettable.
1. Start with a Curated Set Course Menu
The foundation of a successful fine dining event is the menu—and Co’s Palate makes this effortless.
You can choose from:
- 2-course (starter + main OR main + dessert)
- 3-course (starter, main, dessert)
- 4-course (starter, soup, main, dessert)
Sample dishes include:
- Smoked Duck Salad
- Barramundi Fillet with Lemon Butter Sauce
- Beef Striploin with Peppercorn Jus
- Pistachio Panna Cotta
View the full menu inspiration at our Co’s Palate Set Course page.
2. Create the Right Atmosphere
The meal is the star, but the setting matters too. Here’s how to get it right:
- A tidy, uncluttered table with matching plates and glasses
- Soft lighting (candles, fairy lights, or dimmed lamps)
- Gentle background music to maintain an intimate atmosphere
Want a styled touch? Our Bespoke Events team can help you coordinate thematic setups for a more cohesive look.
3. Time Your Courses for the Perfect Flow
One of the hallmarks of fine dining is pacing.
If you’re hosting yourself (without waitstaff), we recommend:
- Serve starters 10 minutes after guests are seated
- Allow 15–20 minutes between courses for conversation
- Clear plates smoothly between dishes without rushing
When you order Co’s Palate, you’ll receive ready-to-serve plated meals that make this timing easy to achieve.
Learn more about how Co’s Palate simplifies at-home fine dining.
4. Add a Personal Touch to the Menu
While the food itself will impress, consider adding:
- Small printed menus at each setting
- Personal notes or thank-you cards
- A welcome toast or short story about why you chose the menu
It’s these small moments that elevate the evening from simply a meal to a true memory.
5. Keep It Effortless With Professional Support
If you'd rather not manage plating, timing, and clearing yourself, we offer:
- Full-service sit-down event staffing through CaterCo
- Drop-off with plating guides for smaller, intimate groups
Either way, you can start your planning journey easily via our online menu portal.
Fine Dining, Redefined—At Your Own Table
CaterCo’s Co’s Palate makes it possible to host extraordinary meals at home, with none of the stress and all of the sophistication.
Explore your Co’s Palate options and place your inquiry through our online order platform.
