Baby showers, bridal showers, gender reveals and naming ceremonies are some of the happiest gatherings of the year, and food sits right at the centre of them. Guests mingle, graze and chat for hours, so the menu needs to be easy to eat, easy to share and good at room temperature as well as hot. Indian food does this beautifully: crispy bites to pass around, a couple of comforting curries, fresh naan and something sweet to finish.
Aldergrove Indian Bistro caters showers and family celebrations across Aldergrove, Langley, Abbotsford, Mission and Chilliwack. Here's how to plan a shower menu your guests will remember.
Live catering or delivery catering for a shower?
Most showers are relaxed, daytime or early-evening events at a home, a community hall or a friend's backyard. That makes delivery catering a natural fit: we bring the food hot and set up the buffet, and you get back to the celebration.
For a larger shower, or one where you'd like food coming out fresh all afternoon, live catering brings our team on site to cook and look after the buffet. See both options on our catering page.
Showers and celebrations we cater
- Baby showers and gender reveal parties
- Bridal showers and pre-wedding get-togethers
- Naming ceremonies and first birthdays
- Engagement parties and family dinners
- Welcome-home gatherings for new parents
Finger food that works for mingling
At a shower, guests are usually standing, chatting and holding a drink, so lean on bite-sized dishes:
- Vegetable samosas and pakoras are easy to pick up and loved by all ages.
- Tandoori starters like paneer tikka or chicken tikka are filling without being messy.
- Indian street food such as aloo tikki or chaat adds colour and fun to the table; see our street food page.
- Dips and sides like raita and chutney keep everything fresh.
If you'd like a sit-down part of the afternoon, add a couple of mains such as butter chicken, a paneer curry, chana masala or dal, with naan and rice. Our catering packages include naan, rice, salad, raita and dessert, so the basics are covered.
Something sweet
Dessert is a big part of any shower. Gulab jamun is a classic, soft and syrupy and easy to serve in small portions. Ask us about dessert options when you plan your menu, or browse the full menu for ideas.
Planning for every guest
Shower guest lists often include expecting mums, grandparents and little kids, so plan the menu with everyone in mind:
- Spice level: we cook from mild to extra hot. For most showers, mild to medium keeps everyone comfortable, with a spicier dish on the side for anyone who wants it.
- Vegetarian and vegan: many of our dishes are vegetarian, and vegan options are available on request. See our vegan Indian food page.
- Gluten-free: gluten-free options are available too; see our gluten-free Indian food page.
- Allergies: tell us about any allergies when you request your quote so we can plan around them.
Planning tips
- Book early. Weekend afternoons fill up, especially around the holidays and in spring and summer.
- Confirm your guest count. Catering is for groups of 15 guests or more, and a close headcount helps us plan the right amount of food.
- Give us notice. We need at least 24 to 48 hours for catering orders, and more for live catering or larger events.
- Share the timing. Let us know when guests arrive and when you'd like food out, so everything is hot and ready at the right moment.
- Think about the space. Tell us where the buffet will go and any access details for the venue.
What to include in your quote request
To get a custom quote quickly, send us:
- Your event date and start time
- The venue address and city
- Your approximate guest count
- Live catering or delivery catering
- Your veg and non-veg mix
- Preferred spice level
- Any dietary needs or allergies
- Dishes you'd love to include
Book your shower catering
Ready to plan? Send your details through our catering page or call us at (604) 381-3332. We're at 27235 Fraser Hwy in Aldergrove, open 11 AM to 10:30 PM, and until 11 PM on Friday and Saturday.