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More Than a Meal. A Celebration.

In Kerala, a Sadya isn't simply lunch.

It's how we celebrate weddings, milestones, festivals, family reunions and life's most important moments.

Served on a banana leaf and enjoyed together, Sadya is one of South India's most treasured dining traditions. Each of the 15 dishes has its own place on the leaf and its own role to play, creating a feast that balances sweet, sour, spicy, creamy and crunchy flavours in every mouthful.

At Babaji's, we serve Sadya the traditional way. Guests gather around long tables, food is shared generously and conversations flow freely.

It's the kind of meal that slows people down, brings them together and becomes one of the lasting memories of the event.

SADYA FROM $25 P.P 

Suitable for 10-300 people

 

South Indian Catering Melbourne - Babaji's Kerala Kitchen

Banana leaf sadya catering Melbourne

Why Choose Sadya for Your Event?

If you're looking for catering steeped in tradition and guaranteed to be remembered, Sadya is hard to beat.

Served on banana leaves and featuring 15 traditional dishes, Sadya is as much an experience as it is a meal.

Guests love it because:

  • It's interactive and memorable
  • Everyone is served together
  • Naturally vegetarian and suitable for most dietary requirements
  • Beautifully presented
  • Rich in culture and tradition
  • Encourages conversation and connection
  • Creates a genuine sense of occasion

Whether you're hosting a wedding, community celebration, cultural event, family gathering or corporate function, Sadya transforms a meal into a shared experience.

Long after the banana leaves have been cleared away, it's often the thing guests remember most.

Transparent Pricing

We believe catering pricing should be simple, transparent and easy to understand.

The prices listed throughout this menu are for the food only.

From there, you can build the level of service that suits your event. Some clients collect their catering from Babaji's and manage the rest themselves. Others choose a fully serviced experience with delivery, chefs, service staff, styling and event support.

Available options include:

  • Self-serve pick up
  • Delivered catering
  • Traditional roaming servers (kootukaris)
  • Full-service event catering
  • Event styling and set up
  • Weekend and public holiday labour surcharges

Minimum spends may apply for fully serviced events.

We'll always discuss these costs with you upfront and provide a clear quote, so there are no surprises.

A Note on Traditional Sadya Service

One of the things that makes Sadya so special is also what makes it one of the most labour-intensive catering experiences we offer.

Each of the 15 dishes is prepared separately and, when served traditionally, delivered directly onto the banana leaf by roaming servers. This style of service creates a wonderful sense of theatre and authenticity, but may require additional staffing depending on guest numbers and the level of service you choose.

Transparent Catering Pricing

We believe catering quotes should be easy to understand.

The prices listed on this page are for the food only.

From there, you can build the level of service that suits your event. Some clients simply collect their order from Babaji's at no additional cost, while others choose a fully serviced catering experience.

Additional costs may apply for:

  • Delivery and travel
  • Event set-up and styling
  • Chefs on-site
  • Service staff
  • Equipment hire
  • Cart hire
  • Weekend and public holiday labour surcharges
  • Minimum spends for fully serviced events

We'll always discuss these costs with you upfront, so there are no surprises.

 

 

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