House of Yum Cha Catering – Bringing Elegance & Culinary Art to Your Events
Discover the art of perfect gatherings with House of Yum Cha, your premier choice for dumpling catering in Melbourne. Specialising in upscale culinary experiences, we bring the heart and soul of authentic Asian fusion directly to your events, ensuring each moment is deliciously unforgettable.
Dumpling Catering: Transform Your Occasion
Experience the sophistication of dumpling catering, where each handcrafted delicacy is a conversation starter. Our chefs, masters in the traditional art of dumpling folding, use only the freshest ingredients sourced here in Melbourne, ensuring an exquisite experience for all your guests.
House of Yum Cha isn’t just a wholesale dumpling retailer; we’re event-makers. Our dumpling catering services are designed to adapt to the theme and essence of your event, be it corporate gatherings, weddings, or intimate home parties.
Beyond Expectations: Catering That Captivates
Our dedication goes beyond the norms of dumpling catering. Alongside our famed steamed and fried dumplings, we offer a broad spectrum of Asian fusion cuisine, tailored to enchant your guests and complement the spirit of Melbourne’s diverse gastronomy.
- Interactive Stations: Elevate your event with a touch of theatrics. Our live dumpling-making stations are not just about food; they’re about bringing people together, sparking delight and conversation.
- Curated Menus: As connoisseurs of dumpling catering in Melbourne, we craft menus that cater to every preference, dietary need and desire, ensuring a seamless and enjoyable experience for every guest.
Seamless Execution: The Art of Perfection
With House of Yum Cha’s dumpling catering, you’re choosing Melbourne’s finest. Our team, renowned for meticulous attention to detail, guarantees your event unfolds flawlessly, reflecting the elegance and exclusivity your occasion deserves.
- Professional Set-up: We handle every aspect with finesse, from setup to service, allowing you to relax and relish the event.
- Expert Coordination: Our event specialists work in harmony with your vision, synchronising every detail to create an affair your guests will talk about for years to come.
Start Planning Your Memorable Event
Your extraordinary event begins with a simple conversation – connect with us to bring the magic of Melbourne’s best dumpling catering to your special occasion. Share your vision, and we’ll bring it to life. Let’s make your event unforgettable.House of Yum Cha
The meaning behind
YUM CHA (pronounced yám chàh) - means 'drink tea' in Cantonese, has its origins in the ancient Chinese tradition of tea houses where travelers would stop for a rest and refreshment. These refreshments would often be dumplings or baos. Much akin to modern high tea in Western culture.
meet the
Founders
Joanne
"From a young age, I was captivated by the magic of flavours. Growing up in Malaysia, I spent countless hours in the kitchen with my late grandma, learning traditional recipes and mixing new flavours. Those were some of my happiest memories."
After my culinary arts degree at the William Angliss Institute, in Melbourne, I started baking as a side hustle while working my corporate 9 to 5 as a business consultant at Bega Group (Food again!). Baking gave me an outlet to hone my culinary and presentation skills during COVID lockdown.
Shortly during stage 4 lockdown, I quit my job and co-founded House of Yum Cha to follow my passion in the food and hospitality industry. Through House of Yum Cha, I'm able to freely express my creative side while presenting an exciting offering to businesses and customers alike.
Richard
"While at University, I would work at a Japanese fast food restaurant and experiment with new recipes. With what little money I earned, I would endeavour to try to discover new restaurants and cuisines. Taking photos of each dish to analyse the ingredients."
I'm passionate about telling stories through food and photography. Each offering at House of Yum Cha is inspired by cultural traditions and personal experiences, creating an exquisite product that is both educational and delightful.
Through House of Yum Cha, I've had the opportunity to work with amazing chefs, understand their crafts and learn new recipes to bring unique dumplings, baos and even springrolls to life! I'm happy to see our products enjoyed by the masses while supporting local businesses at the same time. It's a win-win situation.
2020
The beginning
A few weeks after the stage 4 lockdowns were lifted, the idea came up during our regular Sunday Yum Cha session.
2021
The Hustle
We started experimenting with different flavours based on feedback we received from chefs and friends.
2022
The Learning
Through the valuable feedback received, we've refined our offering and started scaling production and frozen deliveries.
2023
The Process
Moved to a brand new facility in the Eastern Suburbs of Melbourne and continued to focus on production and quality.
2024
The Customers
Streamlining deliveries to both local and interstate clients. Expansion into retail offerings.
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Blog posts
How to Make Prawn Dumplings: A Delicious Journey with House of Yum Cha
Dumpling Mastery – The Folding Guide
