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Promotional Catering Products

Cups
Cups100+ items
Napkins
Napkins17 items

Promotional catering products are designed for events, hospitality, food service and large-scale gatherings where branded disposable items can become part of the customer experience. The category includes Cups, Napkins, paper dessert cups, paper plates and plastic plates. While many products are intended for short-term use, they often place branding directly into the hands of customers during meals, refreshments and event catering.

Branded cups and napkins remain the most popular products in the category due to their broad application across cafés, food stalls, conferences, festivals, sporting events and corporate functions. Their combination of practicality and visibility allows logos and messages to be displayed at the point where customers are actively engaging with food and beverages.

Some Popular Catering

12oz Coloured Paper Dessert Cup
12oz Coloured Paper Dessert Cups can be colour co-ordinated with your table arrangements.
from $2.11 to $1.10 ea
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178mm White Plastic Plate
178mm White Plastic Plates are durable and practical.
from $1.91 to $1.02 ea
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2 Ply Vanilla Dinner Napkins
2 Ply Vanilla Dinner Napkins are another eco friendly choice as they are made from 100 percent recycled paper
from $1.83 to $0.70 ea
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255mm Compostable Compartment Paper Plate
255mm Compostable Compartment Paper Plates are ideal for peanuts and chips.
from $2.84 to $1.73 ea
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3 Ply White Dinner Napkins
3 Ply White Dinner Napkins can be used for promotional functions or restaurants.
from $1.59 to $0.58 ea
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8oz Paper Dessert Cup
8oz Paper Dessert Cups are a popular choice for use with take-away food outlets.
from $1.95 to $0.95 ea
250 min.
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Branding At The Point Of Consumption

Unlike many promotional products that are distributed and used later, catering products are often used at the exact moment a customer is interacting with a business, event or service. Printed cups and branded napkins place logos directly into customers' hands while they are consuming food and beverages, making them particularly popular with cafés, food vendors, sporting events, festivals and hospitality venues. This immediate visibility is one of the reasons catering products remain a strong branding category despite their short-term nature.

Different products serve different functions within the same environment. Cups are commonly used for coffee, soft drinks and event refreshments, while napkins can reinforce branding across food service areas, functions and catering stations. Plates and dessert cups complete the range for businesses looking to create a more consistent presentation across multiple customer touchpoints.

Should I choose printed cups or printed napkins?

Printed cups generally provide greater visibility because they remain in a customer's hand while a drink is being consumed. Printed napkins can be a cost-effective alternative when branding needs to be distributed across tables, counters and food service areas. Many hospitality businesses use both products together.

What type of cup is most popular for promotional use?

Plastic cups remain one of the most popular options for events, festivals, sporting venues and hospitality functions because they are durable, economical and suitable for both cold drinks and event service. Paper cups are also widely used for coffee, takeaway beverages and café environments.

Do printed napkins work as a promotional product?

Yes. Printed napkins are commonly used by cafés, restaurants, caterers and event organisers because they place branding directly in front of customers during food service. They can also provide a relatively economical way to reinforce branding across large events.

How much artwork can I fit on a printed cup?

The available branding area varies between products, but cups generally work best with simple logos, bold graphics and concise messaging. Designs containing excessive text or intricate detail may become difficult to read when viewed at normal distances.

What catering product provides the best branding visibility?

Printed cups are often considered the most visible option because they are regularly handled and remain on tables throughout an event. Larger cups can also provide more decoration space than many other catering products.

What ply napkin is best for a café or event?

2-ply napkins are often the most popular choice because they provide a good balance between presentation, absorbency and cost. Single-ply napkins are commonly used for high-volume takeaway service, while 3-ply napkins are generally reserved for restaurants, weddings and premium hospitality functions.

Insider Tip: Keep the artwork simple

Jennifer from our sales team says: Customers rarely study a cup or napkin closely. Bold logos and simple branding usually produce a stronger result than detailed artwork that relies on small text or fine design elements.

Small Products With High Visibility

Although catering products are often used only once, they can create repeated branding exposure throughout an event, meal service or customer interaction. Printed cups and branded napkins remain the most popular products in the category because they are handled directly by customers and used at the point of consumption. Factors such as cup size, print area, napkin ply and event requirements can all influence the most suitable product selection. Whether used by cafés, caterers, sporting venues or event organisers, catering products provide a practical way to incorporate branding into everyday food and beverage service. If you need help comparing the available options, our team can assist.