Halal buffet catering services
What’s a party without food? Yes, parties can be fun and great, but stressful if you’re the one in charge of cooking the food. Save the time that you need to use in the kitchen for catching up and celebrating with catering services. Ramadan and Hari Raya are around the corner, and we know how troublesome it can be to prepare food from scratch.
To save yourself time, effort, and trouble, we’ve compiled a list of affordable halal buffet catering services that you can consider.
What is considered halal?
Halal food doesn’t simply mean food without pork. It’s an Arabic word that literally translates “permissible”. There are other considerations as well – including how the food is prepared, stored, and served. Some of the factors taken into consideration when certifying whether food is halal include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Animals should be subjected to fair treatment and slaughtered with as little suffering as possible.
- Animals should be slaughtered in the name of Allah.
- The containers used to store the food, and the equipment used to prepare it should be cleansed according to Islamic law.
In Singapore, the easiest way to identify whether the food is halal or not is to keep a look out for the MUIS Halal logo, or head over to the MUIS website to check if the eatery is on their list of halal-certified eating establishments.
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1. HaHaHotpot
Muslim-owned, Sichuan hotpot delivery
Image credit: @sghalalfood via Instagram
Realising that a majority of hotpot places in Singapore are non-halal, the founders of HaHaHotpot decided to take matters into their own hands and founded their very own halal hotpot restaurant.
Image credit: @hahahotpotsg via Instagram
HaHaHotpot serves chicken, beef, mutton and seafood. They’re Muslim-owned, but not halal-certified, though all of their food is prepared with halal-certified ingredients. Some ingredients that you can look forward to adding into your hotpot include Crispy Beancurd Skin and Indonesian Half Shell Scallops.
Most interestingly, you don’t need to go to HaHaHotpot to enjoy their hotpot; they can bring hotpot to you through their Hassle Free HotPot Experience – stove and pot included.
Price: From $69.90 for 3 pax
Min order: No minimum order
Contact: HaHaHotpot website
2. Shiok Kitchen Catering
Offers BBQ & tea time packages
Image credit: Shiok Kitchen Catering
Previously known as SK Catering, Shiok Kitchen Catering offers a myriad of cuisines from local delights to Western gourmet. Those planning a small, intimate celebration would be happy to know that Shiok Kitchen Catering’s Mini Buffet Menus was created to help with just that.
Don’t underestimate their mini buffets, as they still come with impressive mains such as Breaded Scallop with Citrus Mayonnaise, Angus Beef Meatballs with Onion Gravy, and even Slow-baked Norwegian Salmon with Miso Cream Sauce under their Deluxe Menu.
Image credit: Nelson Chow via Google Maps
SK Catering also offers various BBQ Packages and allows you to customise it too if you like. If you’re looking for something light, you might want to take a look at their Shiok Tealights Takeaway Sets that offer sweets, savoury treats, and sandwiches – perfect for an afternoon tea break.
Price: From $185 (Mini Buffet menu)
Min. order: 10 pax
Contact: Shiok Kitchen website
3. Rumah Makan Minang
Indonesian buffet & bento box options
Image credit: Rumah Makan Minang
Rumah Makan Minang is the go-to spot for a hearty plate of nasi padang. If you’re always craving their beef rendang, you’ll be happy to know that the dining establishment offers catering services as well. You and your guests can dig into their delicious Minangkabau cuisine for iftar or Hari Raya without having to prep it yourself.
Rumah Makan Minang offers 3 different categories of catering – full buffet, express buffet, and bento set buffet. Each category branches out into different menus for you to pick from, allowing you to choose something which fits your event perfectly. There’s also a “special request” section that you can fill in while placing your order, if you have any.
Price: From $10/pax (Bento Set) | From $20/pax (Express Buffet Set) | From $16.50 (Full Buffet Set)
Min. order: 10 Bento Sets | 15 Express Buffet Sets | 50 Full Buffet Sets
Contact: Rumah Makan Minang website
4. Kate’s Catering
Delivers as early as 7am with healthier-choice options
Image adapted from: Kate’s Catering via Google Maps
The morning of Hari Raya Aidilfitri is sacred, with most people going for morning prayers at the mosque before seeking forgiveness from their elders. The last thing you’ll want to think about is preparing food for your guests. Don’t fret if you’re expecting guests early in the morning, because Kate’s Catering delivers as early as 7am.
The halal buffet catering service offers a wide selection of choices for you to pick from – be it bento boxes, vegetarian buffet, lunch, dinner or even a mini buffet that’s customisable. Expect mains such as Thai Pineapple Rice and dishes like Italian Herb Roasted Chicken, Sambel Dried Fish Fillet, and Salted Egg Prawn, among others.
They also have healthier-choice bentos for those who are slightly more health-conscious. These are approved by the Health Promotion Board and are prepared with less oil, salt, and sugar. Wholegrain brown rice as well as noodles are used in replacement of normal white rice and noodles. Food items are prepared with “healthier choice” oil too.
Price: From $6 (Healthier choice bento) | From $19.40 (Buffet)
Min order: 30 boxes | 40 pax
Contact: Kate’s Catering website
5. Catering Culture
Customised menus in as little as 3 hours
Browse through Catering Culture’s wide variety of different cuisines under their self-heating mini buffet sets.
Image credit: Catering Culture
If ever find yourself in a position where you’d need some last-minute catering services in 3 hours or less, Catering Culture is here to save the day. Aside from providing catering services, Catering Culture also gives you the flexibility of customising your own menu by letting you choose the appetisers, dishes, desserts and drinks you want from their selection.
Just to name a few examples, look forward to dishes like Nonya Chicken Curry with Potatoes, Golden Fried Prawns Wantons, and Wok Fried Pineapple Fried Rice with Shallot.
Not to worry if you don’t know where to start, as the consultants at Catering Culture will be there to guide you through every step of the way. They’ve got extensive experience up their sleeves, for both small and large gatherings numbering over 3,000 guests.
Price: From $21.38 per pax
Min order: 12 boxes
Contact: Catering Culture website
6. Liang Food Caterer
Has bento boxes with biryani & nasi lemak
Image credit: Liang Food Caterer
Liang Food Caterer is one of the most well-known halal buffet catering services in Singapore, and you’ve probably seen them at your school or office gatherings. Here’s a fun fact: they cater to small groups as well.
There are a variety of menu options that you can choose from – whether you’re looking for mini party sets, buffets, or bentos. Some mains that you can look forward to include Grilled Fish with Lemon Butter Sauce, Sauteed Mixed Vegetables, as well as Oven Baked Rosemary Chicken with Lemon and Herbs.
More interestingly, Liang Food Caterer provides bento boxes that serve our favourite local dishes – think economical biryani set, nasi lemak set, among others. Those who are health conscious can also look into their Healthier Choice bento boxes – they’re a little bit more pricey, but still relatively affordable at $12.80, with a minimum order of 15 boxes.
Price: From $6.80 (Bento boxes) | From $14.80 (Buffet)
Min. order: 20 bento boxes | 30 pax
Contact: Liang Food Caterer website
7. Stamford Catering Service
>20 years of experience
Image credit: Stamford Catering Service
With over 20 years in the catering biz, Stamford Catering Service might ring a bell for you. Choose from regular buffets, mini buffets, party sets, and even BBQ buffets – whatever you’re looking for, they probably have it. Psst. NTUC Link members will be happy to know that they get to use their NTUC Link! Points here, or collect more. Find out how to link your membership on the Stamford Catering website.
Some dishes on the menu include Singaporeans’ favourite Salted Egg Prawn, Yang Chow Fried Rice, and Prawn Paste Mid Wings.
Image credit: Radia Yeo via Google Maps
Something to take note of is that when you place your order at Stamford Catering Service, the time you’ll indicate should refer to when you intend to start the dining segment of your party.
Price: From $18.53/pax (Super Value Buffet)
Min. order: 30 pax
Contact: Stamford Catering Service
8. Bellygood Caterer
Tea receptions from just $10/pax
Image credit: @bellygoodcaterer via Instagram
If you’d like to organise a tea party, BellyGood – who was also the appointed cater at the Singapore Formula One Grand Prix and Singapore Airshow – offers tea receptions that serve drinks as well as sweet and savoury treats from just $10/pax.
You’ll be able to choose from different bento boxes – working bento sets, corporate bento sets, premium bento sets, and even a tea break bento set where you can expect food choices such as Ham and Cheese Sandwiches, Milk Chocolate Eclairs, Vegetable Spring Rolls, among others.
Additionally, BellyGood offers Nutri Party Sets that offer nutritious yums while not compromising on taste. However, if you’re looking for a buffet, BellyGood also serves a variety of buffets such as Asian, Western, and Vegetarian, among others.
Price: From $20/pax (Buffet)
Min. order: 30 pax
Contact: BellyGood website
Bonus: Jamil Sate Classic
Satay buffet party with desserts
Image credit: Jamil Sate Classic
The satay recipes at Jamil Sate Classic date back to 1964, so you can rest assured that you’re enjoying the real deal. What’s more, no MSG or preservatives are used in their satay and gravy, so you can feast guilt-free on their chicken, beef and mutton sticks.
Aside from satay, you’ll be able to order prawn and fish skewers ($10.90/4 pieces), as well as frozen desserts like mini eclairs (from $7.60/12 pieces) and mini cream puffs ($7.60/18 pieces).
Whether you’re looking to cater to a small, intimate gathering or larger groups, Jamil Sate Classic offers a variety of choices – from bento sets to even a mini buffet.
Price: From $44 for Sate Platter
Min order: No minimum order
Contact: Jamil Sate Classic website
Selemat Hari Raya & happy feasting
If having a fun and relaxing time is your goal for this year’s Hari Raya or your next gathering, why not consider letting these catering services do all the cooking for you instead? All you’ll have to do issit back, chill, and feast.
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Cover image adapted from: @bellygoodcaterer via Instagram, Shiok Kitchen Catering, Liang Food Caterer
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