Origins
Red Herring Catering was established in 2003 by experienced chef, Lorna Shelton, when she emigrated to New Zealand to join other family members from Edinburgh, Scotland. The first Red Herring kitchen was in the picturesque Ohariu Valley (where Lorna’s lovely grey Clydesdale now lives) but moved to bigger premises in Newlands Mall in 2004. There is now a permanent staff of two chefs with wait staff, bar staff and others retained as needed.
Experience
Lorna’s experience in catering for large functions and for small, executive dinners and lunches has grown over 20 years of experience. She’s catered for all kinds of people from movie stars and opera singers to business directors and wedding parties. Her experience spans two hemispheres – Scotland, Hong Kong & New Zealand – and her menus reflect these cultural and culinary influences.
Service
Our service provides tailored catering for your event in the Wellington region. We can also provide staff to prepare and serve your guests at your venue and all the equipment you need to make your function a success. Our staff are trained in all aspects of hygiene and food preparation, and our kitchen has the Wellington City Council ‘Excellence’ standard for food hygiene.
Deliveries
You’ll see our bright red, red herring-branded vans all over Wellington and especially in the CBD. Give us a beep when you see us!
Location
Our commercial kitchen in Newlands Mall is large and easily accessible from the motorway for prompt deliveries to Wellington CBD and suburbs.