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Kirsty and Ben Vegan Wedding in Omaha

29th December 2024. Kirsty and Ben married in Omaha at a private property and celebrated their union with a small party and an almost all vegan and gluten-free wedding. I say almost because all except the arancini was vegan.

All the food was served on sharing platters so they could all enjoy some family time with their kids and at the table.

Canapés

Pizzelle – deep fried sourdough pizza topped with homemade tomato and basil sauce, Angel’s vegan cheese

Potato and vegan cheese croquettes

Bruschetta with fresh tomato, olives and homemade basil pesto

Focaccia with eggplants, homemade basil pesto

Arancini goat cheese and spinach with garlic mayo

Mains

Potato gnocchi with tomato sauce, olives, garden herbs

Spaghetti with courgettes and cherry tomatoes

Spicy greens

Salad, lettuce, radicchio, avocado, red onions, extra virgin olive oil, balsamic vinegar

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Phaedra and Isaac Wedding in Matakana

19 January 2025. Phaedra and Isaac outdoor wedding took place at Phaedra’s beautiful childhood home in Matakana. A stretch tent was set against the house, adorned with colorful festoon and beautiful wooden tables and benches.

They opted for a 6pm ceremony so they could had a first look and all family photos and enjoy the rest if the evening with their guests.

Right after the ceremony we served canapés on trays, these were walked around by waiters and then we followed with a family style service for dinner.

Photo credit Eilish Burt

Phaedra and Isaac menu for their beautiful Matakana wedding:

Canapés:

Bruschetta with mozzarella ,tomato, homemade basil pesto

Bruschetta with salmon, whipped ricotta, lemon

Arancini pork sausage, peas and saffron with garlic mayo

Potato and mozzarella croquettes with garlic mayo

Mains:

Ravioli filled with ricotta and spinach served with tomato and basil sauce

Gnocchi with lamb ragù

Desserts:

Panna cotta with berry sauce

Tiramisù

We just wanted to say a huge thank you for your service on Sunday. Everyone adored the food and had an excellent time. People were especially happy with the Panna Cotta.

We will of course be recommending you guys to our friends in the future.

All the best.

Isaac and Phaedra

Bride and groom in front of caravan bar and Amaranto food caravan at their wedding at Waterfall Farm

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Andrew and Laura Wedding at Waterfall Farm

18th February 2023. Andrew and Laura got married at the beautiful venue Waterfall Farm in Kaukapakapa. The beautiful wilderness wedding venue allowed them and their 90 guests to have a day filled of action and fun. They tied the knot under the oak trees in the woodland, had a live wedding painter, threw axes and shoot a bow.

They opted for us to be part of the action so all the food was served from our caravan.

Andrew and Laura’s menu:

Canapés

Bruschetta

Potato and mozzarella croquettes

Pork sausage, pea, saffron arancini

Pasta

Potato gnocchi with angus beef ragu

Ravioli ricotta and spinach

Venue Waterfall Farm

Photographer Zanthe Vorsatz Photography

Caravan Bar Alfie

Caterer Amaranto

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Brooke and Tom wedding in Whenuapai

10th March 2023. Brooke and Tom planned the perfect backyard wedding on Brooke’s parent property in Whenuapai.

Brooke is gluten free so it only seemed the perfect fit to have us cater the day. We shared the catering with the Mexican caravan Taco Loco.

Brooke and Tom wanted a very relaxed vibe. They tied the knot at 2.30pm and enjoyed a couple of hours of cocktails and nibbles followed by dinner at 6pm. With no seating plan their 110 guests were let free to wonder between the two truck to to pick up the food and then to dance the night away!

Canapés

Pork Sausage, peas & saffron Arancini with garlic Mayo

Potato & mozzarella Croquettes with truffle mayo

Mains

Ravioli filled with Ricotta & spinach served with tomato & basil sauce, parmesan.

Gnocchi with the lamb ragu

Photography – Fay Photography
Florals – Willoughby Road Flower Farm
Marquee, Furniture & Décor – LL Hire
Food Trucks – Taco Loco & Amaranto
Bar Staff & Glassware – Blume & Darling
Wedding Day Coordinators & Styling – The Wedding Planner
Hair & Makeup – The Peach Club
DJ, Sound System & Lighting – Spa & Celebration

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Natasha and James wedding

4th March 2023. Natasha and James tied the know at one of our favourites wedding venues, Songbird Retreat in Leigh. Nestled away from the hustle and bustle of the close Matakana, Songbird Retreat is perfect if a marquee wedding surrounded by mature trees and beautiful gardens is what you have always dreamed of.

Natasha and James choose to serve the canapés on an antipasto table, followed by dinner and dessert from our food caravan.

For their wedding menu they choose:

Canapés

Pizzelle fritte (Deep fried gluten free pizza dough with rich tomato sauce, basil and parmesan cheese)

Bruschetta with basil pesto, tomato and mozzarella

Potato and mozzarella croquettes, garlic mayo

Arancini pork sausage, peas and saffron arancini with garlic mayo

Dinner

Rotolo-Oven baked cannellone filled with ricotta and smoked provolone served with a cherry tomato sauce

Gnocchi with lamb ragù

Dessert

Tiramisú

Panna cotta with berry sauce

Photo Credit Moira West Photography

Venue Songbird Retreat

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Emma and Chris Wedding

17th January 2025

Emma and Chris wedding was set amongst the beautiful hills of Waitoki under a beautiful Hampton marquee.

They choose a relaxed service with five canapés walked around by waiters and dinner served from the food truck.

Emma and Chris canapé choice:

Salmon, whipped ricotta, lemon on gluten free bruschetta

Summer skewers, fresh mozzarella, eggplants, tomatoes

Sourdough focaccia, homemade mayo, salad and salame Milano

Arancini pork sausage, peas and saffron, garlic mayo

Pizzelle fritte (Deep fried gluten free pizza dough with rich tomato sauce, basil and parmesan cheese)

The day was a bit rainy with wind gusts so unfortunately we had to change the plans slightly and do a tray service for the dinner as well so we could concentrate on making sure the food didn’t blow away.

We served Bis di Primi (two entrée size of pasta), Ravioli filled with ricotta and spinach served with tomato and basil sauce and Gnocchi with lamb ragù. Followed by our Meatballs with white wine sauce.

Vendors:

Wedding Coordinator Katrina from Blume and Darling

Marquee/Furniture Hire Willow Lane Events

Photographer/Videographer Aysh and Hamish

Florist Florista

Catering Amaranto Pasta&Cucina, The Charcuterie&Co

Decor/Games Auckland Event Hire

Hair Stylist Jenna Ellen Hair

Makeupartist Kimberley Hill

All photos in this post are copyright of Amaranto Pasta&Cucina

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Wedding-Srelyak and Peter

Srelyak and Peter choose s marquee wedding which is a great way to create a relaxed and fun atmosphere, especially when it comes to the food. Guests kicked things off by enjoying a selection of delicious canapés served on an antipasto table next to Walter the caravan bar. Was the perfect for the guests to start mingling and getting a taste of what’s to come. Dinner was served buffet-style, a setup that let everyone pick and choose their favourites dishes. It’s a laid-back yet elegant way to keep things flowing, making sure everyone gets to enjoy a meal that’s both delicious and memorable in the cozy, open setting of a marquee.

Srelyak and Peter’s menu

To start

Pork sausage, peas and saffron arancini with garlic mayo

Pizzelle fritte (Deep fried gluten free pizza dough with rich tomato sauce, basil and parmesan cheese)

Sourdough focaccia, homemade mayo, salad and salame Milano

The mains and salad

Ravioli filled with ricotta and spinach served with tomato and basil sauce, parmesan

Tagliolini with zucchini, prosciutto, cream, crispy bread crumb

Meatballs with wine sauce

Lettuce, radicchio, heirloom tomatoes, avocado, red onion, balsamic vinegar

Venue Waterfall Farm, Kaupakapaka

Photographer Faith Ikenasio Creative

Wedding dress Jenny Bridal

Hair and Makeup Hair by Morah

Celebrant Saia Folau

Music The Beat Council, The Red Velvet Seat, Cassius

Cake and Desserts Gabler Goodies

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Engagement party-Richard and Laura

We had the pleasure of catering Richard and Laura’s beautiful engagement party back in 2021, where love and celebration were in full swing. Guests enjoyed a vibrant spread of our signature Italian dishes, starting with passed canapés during cocktail hour and moving on to a walk and fork dinner. From fresh pasta to hearty mains, each plate was crafted to add a touch of elegance and flavor to the special occasion. It was a joy to see everyone savoring the food and sharing in the excitement of the happy couple!

Richard & Laura’s Menu

Pork sausage, peas and saffron arancini

Pizzelle-Deep fried sourdough pizza topped with tomato and basil sauce, parmesan

Potato and mozzarella croquettes, garlic mayo

Balsamic vinegar glazed mushrooms

Zucchini roll, whipped ricotta, lemon, tomatoes confit

Potato gnocchi with courgettes, parmesan

Agnolotti del plin-ravioli filled with roast beef and served with parmesan, garden herbs, beef jus, parmesan

Lettuce, baby spinach, walnuts, apple. feta and vinaigrette

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Wedding-Vince and Amy

7.08.2021

Vince and Amy got married at the lovely Warblers Retreat in North Shore, a lovely eco retreat perfect for smaller weddings. They opted for a few canapés served on an antipasto table, a bis di primi served served family style in sharing platters and desserts to finish.

Vince&Amy menu choices

Canapés

Pizzelle (Deep fried sourdough pizza topped with tomato sauce, basil and parmesan)

Potato and mozzarella croquettes with garlic mayo

Balsamic glazed mushrooms

Meatballs

Pasta

Pappardelle with lamb ragù

Chicken cacciatora ravioli

Desserts

Tiramisù

Panna cotta

Photography Alex De Freitas

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Wedding-Maia and Sam

Maia and Sam got married on a beautiful sunny day at Araluen Gardens in Whangarei.

The lucky couple won WOW Wedding competion organised by a bunch of awesome northland vendors.

They had a light grazing table just after the ceremony, then choose to have two food trucks to cater their wedding dinner, us and Che Lucio (Argentinian barbeque). Maia and Sam choose to serve two pasta mains: Ravioli filled with ricotta, lemon and pinenuts served with butter, garden herbs and parmesan & Gnocchi with bolognese ragù.

Vendors love

Photographer Greg Campbell Wedding Photography

Venue Araluen Garden

Styling 2blondes

Marquee Utterly marquee and event hire

Makeup/hair Waterfall and Waves, Hair by Eva

Florals Wild Ivy

Cake Meganlicious cake Whangarei

Hire+Caravan bar Cheers Wedding and Party Hire

Videography Beddis Film

Bride Dress Maggie Sottero, Astra Bridal

Groom Suit Hallenstein Brothers