High-End Cocktail Catering: Experience an Unforgettable Moment
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Partner Venues & Exceptional Locations
In-house Kitchen & Service
Brussels, all of Belgium, and abroad
Great Traiteur, the cocktail catering specialist
The caterer on one side, the venue on the other: two separate searches. At Great, it’s all one conversation.
We work with more than thirty partner venues in the Brussels Region and Wallonia. Among them are Silo Brussels, which can accommodate up to 1,000 people and features a 750 m² rooftop, and the Great Hall in Ixelles. Four certifications guide our work: Certisys, three-star “Entreprise Écodynamique,” CO2logic, and “Artisan” from the Federal Public Service for the Economy. A single point of contact, from venue to service.
Our ambition: to surprise, rather than simply satisfy.
What is a "Great" cocktail?
A successful cocktail party is measured by the natural flow of conversation and the smoothness of the service.
Located at 10 Rue du Bassin Collecteur in 1130 Brussels, our company designs standing receptions where every bite is a delightful surprise without ever interrupting the conversation.
Thanks to the expertise of our team—certified as “Artisan” by the Federal Public Service for the Economy—we can organize everything from intimate cocktail parties for 40 people to large-scale events for up to 1,000 guests at major partner venues such as Silo Brussels (with its 750 m² rooftop), The Egg, or the Skyhall.
Our front-of-house staff will warmly welcome your guests in French, Dutch, English, and German.
Adjustable seasonal menus: the perfect flavor at just the right time
At Great Traiteur, culinary creativity is expressed through tasty, portable dishes. Our cocktail menus are carefully curated to ensure a perfect balance of textures, temperatures, and flavors throughout the day.
However, they remain fully customizable to meet your expectations: we’ll incorporate custom adjustments at your request to ensure the proposals align with your event’s theme or your specific preferences.
For certain major galas and receptions, our chefs can host a small group to taste and approve the selected dishes.
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Fresh produce and local partners from the Belgian countryside
Because culinary excellence stems from the quality of the raw ingredients, our kitchen team prioritizes regionally sourced produce from short supply chains. Throughout the seasons, we highlight:
- Microgreens and mushrooms grown in Brussels by Eclo;
- Organic grains from Graines de Curieux;
- Artisanal fruit juices pressed by Pajottenlander;
- The Certisys-certified organic coffee selected by Torrefactory.
A cocktail that every guest can enjoy, regardless of their needs
No one is left with an empty plate. You tell us what you'd like, and our team tailors the dishes without compromising on flavor:
Operational Control on D-Day: The Presence of Your Maître d'Hôtel
A seamless cocktail event requires precise coordination behind the scenes. Starting with the preparations, your project manager fine-tunes the schedule and the necessary quantities.
At the event, your maître d'hôtel is your single point of contact: he coordinates the service staff, sets the pace for the serving of courses, and personally ensures that guests with special dietary needs receive their custom-prepared dishes without delay.
Buffet Design: Textural Contrasts and Visual Presentation
The tasting experience begins with the eyes. Our teams set the tables and cocktail counters with special care: carefully arranged heights, fine glassware, elegant tableware, and seasonal floral accents.
The culinary presentation blends seamlessly with the atmosphere of the venue or the visual identity of your event.
Our cocktail catering packages: find the reception that’s right for you
What Our Customers Say About Their Experience with Great
Everything went remarkably smoothly for our 300 guests. The hot courses were served one after another without any lulls, and the local juice bar was a huge hit. Our maître d' managed the pace with great professionalism.
From the tasting to the big day, everything went smoothly and made us feel at ease. A caterer that truly delivers on its promises.
Elegant appetizers, perfect for enjoying while chatting. The French-Dutch bilingual service provided by the dining room staff was particularly appreciated by our international teams.
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Outstanding service and visually stunning cocktails: a must-try at least once in your life!
Our partner venues for hosting your event
We coordinate your reception at a wide selection of renowned venues in Belgium:
, Domaine des Templiers, Villa Empain, The Egg & Skyhall, Silo Brussels, or even at your own premises or in your private gardens.
Frequently Asked Questions About Our Cocktail Catering Services
It all depends on the duration and purpose of the event. For a cocktail reception lasting 1 to 1.5 hours (before a meal or following a seminar), we generally plan for 6 to 8 bite-sized items per person. If it’s a cocktail reception intended to replace a meal and lasting 2½ to 3 hours, our maître d’s recommend between 12 and 16 savory and sweet items, supplemented as needed by live cooking stations.
Yes, and that's where our chefs have the most fun. Each one brings their own unique vision to life right before your guests' eyes. No menu is repeated from one event to the next.
A cocktail reception features delicate bites and canapés meant to be eaten with the fingers or on mini-skewers as guests pass by serving trays, sometimes complemented by hot food stations. A walking dinner, on the other hand, offers a full gourmet menu presented in carefully prepared individual portions (appetizers, hot dishes in mini-cassolettes, pre-desserts, and petit fours) served as guests mingle.
We recommend booking 4 to 8 weeks in advance for a corporate event or private reception, and 3 to 6 months in advance if you’d like to exclusively reserve a highly sought-after partner venue. For more urgent requests, our teams will quickly review the availability in our logistics calendar.
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