Catering for Good Case Study | Pawa Catering
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Overview
Pawa Catering is Victorian Aboriginal family run business bringing unique and exciting flavours to their menu and supporting native farmers and foragers while implementing sustainable and environmentally friendly business practices. Find Pawa Catering on the Catering for Good Directory. Watch the case study to learn more about Pawa.
Do you need a caterer for your next workplace function?
The Catering for Good Directory has catering options that are good for people, good for the environment, and good for the community.
Meet Pawa Catering, one of the caterers listed on the directory and a gem in Victoria’s culinary scene.
Pawa is dedicated to providing a sustainable and environmentally friendly product and place of employment for Aboriginal communities.
At Pawa Catering, we have made it our mission to showcase the incredible flavours of native ingredients.
Our journey started with a passion for sustainable practices and a deep respect for our Indigenous heritage.
We’re based in West Footscray, Melbourne, and we pride ourselves on bringing together native and Western foods to create unique, exciting, and unexpected flavours.
We prioritise locally sourced ingredients and eco-friendly packaging, ensuring every meal we prepare supports the environment.
Sustainability is at the core of what we do.
From compostable packaging to minimising food waste, every step we take is aimed at protecting our planet for future generations.
The Catering for Good Directory has helped us reach more workplaces that value health, sustainability, and community.
It’s an incredible resource for finding caterers who share these values.
When a workplace chooses to order through us, this helps us continue and provide a sustainable, environmentally friendly product and a place for employment for Aboriginal communities.
Pawa Catering has led the way in the native produce sector, and we work daily to continue empowering others.
When you choose Pawa Catering, you’re not just getting great food, you’re supporting local businesses and making a positive impact on the community.
So for your next workplace function, think about the difference you can make.
Choose Pawa Catering and other amazing caterers on the Catering for Good Directory.
Together, we can create a healthier, more sustainable future.
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