Business Details
16 Years
experience
Award-Winning Woodfired Pizza Catering in Sydney
Pizza Alfresco is Sydney's award-winning woodfired pizza caterer, established in 2010. Our founder, Carlo, hails from a 5th generation Neapolitan pizza-making family, bringing over a century of culinary tradition to every hand-stretched pizza. We specialize in all-you-can-eat mobile catering for events of 15-400 guests, using a family recipe perfected over generations. Our team includes a professional events planner with 25+ years of experience and certified pizzaiolos who prepare every pizza on-site using traditional methods. We are fire-ban exempt, council-inspected, and certified in food safety, ensuring compliance and quality. Our commitment to authenticity includes burning only high-quality hardwood for smoky flavor and providing biodegradable serving materials.With flexible packages and a focus on customer satisfaction, we handle every detail from setup to service, guaranteeing seamless events. Our accolades include APAC Insider's 'Best Pizza Catering Company Sydney - 2024' and recognition as top wedding caterers in Western Sydney. We pride ourselves on transparency, with no hidden costs, and offer dietary options including gluten-free, halal, and vegan choices. Our team continues to grow, maintaining the same dedication to quality and service that defined our Naples heritage.
Services
Woodfired Pizza Catering
Event Planning
Dietary Options
Mobile Catering
Wedding Catering
Corporate Catering
Vegetarian Menus
Halal Catering
Vegan Options
Side Dishes
Details
- Year established: 2010
Highlights and features
- 5th generation pizza chef with a 100-year-old family recipe
- Professional events planner with 25+ years of experience
- Fire-ban exempt and council-inspected food safety compliance
- Hand-stretched pizzas using traditional Neapolitan techniques
- Biodegradable serving materials and dietary options available
Associations and certifications
- food safety and handling certified
What people say
Amazing service
Delicious pizzas
Seamless event
Friendly staff
Authentic flavor
Services
Woodfired Pizza Catering
Our woodfired pizza catering delivers authentic Neapolitan-style pizzas at events across Sydney. Using commercial-grade ovens heated to 400-450C, we prepare hand-stretched pizzas on-site with fresh ingredients. Each pizza cooks in 60 seconds, absorbing smoky flavors from hardwood. Ideal for weddings, corporate events, and private parties, this service accommodates 15-400 guests with all-you-can-eat formats. Our chefs ensure consistent quality and efficiency, serving until your guests are fully satisfied.
Event Planning
Our professional event planning service ensures seamless execution of your function. With 25+ years of experience, our planner coordinates timings, service styles, and logistics. We offer buffet, cocktail, and hybrid formats, adapting to venue constraints. From initial consultation to day-of execution, we manage dietary requirements, staffing needs, and special requests. This service guarantees smooth operations, allowing you to focus on enjoying your event while we handle every detail.
Dietary Options
We cater to diverse dietary needs with gluten-free, halal, vegan, and vegetarian options. Our gluten-free bases and vegan cheese are available at $5$6 per serving. Halal meats are certified and prepared separately. Vegetarian menus feature gourmet combinations like grilled eggplant and zucchini. All options maintain the same quality and flavor as standard offerings. Our chefs handle dietary requests separately to prevent cross-contamination, ensuring safety and satisfaction for all guests.
Wedding Catering
Our wedding catering packages include traditional, half/half, and gourmet pizza options for receptions up to 60 guests. Packages start at $1,650 and include two chefs, biodegradable serving ware, and three leftover pizzas for the couple. We offer buffet or cocktail service styles, with optional wait staff. Our team coordinates with reception schedules, providing service for up to 3.5 hours. Dietary options and side dishes are available to complement your celebration.
Corporate Catering
Designed for corporate functions, our catering starts at $970 for weekday events. Packages include traditional or gourmet pizza selections, with options for short lunch breaks. We offer buffet or staffed service, with side dishes like Italian salads and pasta. Our team accommodates dietary requirements and provides biodegradable serving materials. Corporate clients benefit from streamlined booking processes and reliable service, ensuring professional events run smoothly without hidden costs.
People
Carlo
Owner & Head Chef
A 5th generation Neapolitan pizza chef with over 30 years of experience, Carlo founded Pizza Alfresco in 2010. He learned traditional techniques in his family's Naples pizzerias before bringing authentic woodfired pizza to Australia.
Kerri
Business Manager
Kerri joined Pizza Alfresco in 2018 as business manager, bringing 25+ years of event planning expertise. She specializes in coordinating large-scale catering logistics and ensuring seamless client experiences for weddings and corporate events.
Michele
Pizzaiolo
Michele became our second full-time pizzaiolo in 2020, with 15 years of culinary experience. He specializes in hand-tossing dough and preparing gourmet toppings, ensuring every pizza meets our traditional standards.
Questions
What areas do you service?
We primarily serve Sydney metro areas but can cater events in Wollongong, the Southern Highlands, Blue Mountains, and Central Coast for parties of 100+ guests with travel fees.
Can you accommodate dietary requirements?
Yes, we offer gluten-free bases, halal-certified meats, and vegan cheese options. Please specify requirements when booking to ensure proper preparation.
How does the service work at events?
We arrive 20-45 minutes before your event with preheated ovens. Chefs prepare pizzas on-site, serving buffet-style until guests are full. Service typically lasts 1-3 hours depending on guest numbers.
What equipment do you need at venues?
We require a flat, firm surface for our food truck (9m x 3.5m), access to power, and a tap for cleaning. A generator is available for $60 if power isn't accessible.
Do you offer menu customization?
Yes, we provide traditional, gourmet, and fully customized menus. You can select specific pizzas or let our chefs create a chef's treat menu for your event.
What payment methods do you accept?
We accept credit card payments (with 1.3% surcharge) and EFT. A $200 non-refundable deposit secures your booking, with final payments due before the event.
