What Our Clients Loved in 2025: Top Catering Highlights & Trends
As we close the year at Lavish, we’re reflecting on the celebrations, milestones, and meals that made 2025 so memorable. From elegant weddings to lively school events, corporate celebrations to home parties, we’ve been honoured to serve hundreds of clients who trusted us to make their moments delicious.
So what stood out this year? What catering styles and services did clients love most? And what trends are shaping how people in Singapore celebrate today? Here’s a look back at the most-loved Lavish moments of 2025—plus a taste of what’s ahead.
1. Buffets Are Back—Styled and Streamlined
After a few quiet years, buffet catering made a strong comeback in 2025. Clients loved being able to:
Offer variety for mixed age groups and dietary needs
Showcase beautifully styled layouts that doubled as décor
Mix global and local flavours in one meal
Our buffet setups became the centrepieces of everything from company anniversaries to condo parties. Themed styling—think pastel birthdays, minimalist corporate looks, and festive gold and crimson—was a major hit.
2. Bento Boxes for Flexibility and Flair
Bento boxes remained a favourite for teams on the go, remote employees, and hybrid celebrations. Companies used our bento catering to:
Surprise staff with desk-side meals
Provide neat, individual meals for training sessions
Show appreciation before public holidays and long weekends
What clients appreciated most? Presentation. Even in a box, Lavish delivered festive flair, smart portioning, and custom branding on request.
3. Dessert Tables That Dazzled
This year, our dessert tables became the stars of events. From baby showers to media launches, clients wanted sweet setups that were:
Instagram-ready
Styled to match themes and colour palettes
Diverse in bite-sized options so guests could sample multiple items
We saw a rise in local-meets-modern requests—ondeh-ondeh and mini tartlets styled in pastel tones, or tropical fruit displays paired with international pastries.
4. Live Stations That Made Events Pop
Interactive catering was a defining feature of 2025’s most exciting parties. Our live stations brought energy and entertainment to:
Outdoor BBQ parties
Year-end office celebrations
High-tea-style wedding receptions
The most requested stations? Satay grills, waffle bars, gourmet pasta tosses, and custom crepe setups. Clients loved the aroma, the theatre, and the way these stations invited guest interaction.
5. Party Boxes as Thoughtful Gifts
Another standout? Our party boxes. As businesses and hosts looked for ways to stay connected, these made thoughtful, beautifully packed gifts for:
Client appreciation
Remote staff treats
Festive gifting during Hari Raya, Deepavali, and Christmas
With the option to include sweets, mains, messages, and even merch, party boxes became the new “thank you.”
What’s Ahead in 2026?
As we look to the future, some key themes are emerging:
Hybrid celebration formats: One part in-person, one part delivered
Culturally diverse menus: Requests for fusion, heritage dishes, and more customisation
Sustainability: More clients asking about low-waste packaging and local sourcing
Intimate elegance: Small-scale but highly curated events, especially for weddings and birthdays
At Lavish, we’re ready to meet the moment—with menus that reflect Singapore’s vibrant diversity and styling that makes every event feel intentional and special.
Thank You for a Delicious Year
To our clients, partners, and supporters: thank you for letting us be part of your celebrations in 2025. We’re proud to have served you and look forward to making 2026 even more flavourful, inclusive, and inspiring.
Until then, explore our offerings for your next celebration—whether it’s a buffet, bento, dessert table, or something completely customised. You can contact us to begin planning anytime.
From our kitchen to your table—Happy New Year from Lavish!
