Occasions by Sainsbury's is our online made-to-order food ordering service designed to help make hosting easier. You can order freshly prepared party food, sandwich platters, celebration cakes and more, all alongside regular grocery items, drinks, decorations and other party essentials. With convenient home delivery, whether you're planning a birthday party, family gathering, office event or special celebration, we'll help you cater for groups of all sizes, so you can spend less time organising and more time enjoying your event.
Made-to-order food saves you time and effort, making it a great option for catering big group occasions. Instead of shopping for ingredients, preparing and serving everything yourself, you can order freshly made platters, party food, cakes and desserts for a variety of tastes and dietary requirements. Occasions by Sainsbury's is a convenient option for birthdays, family gatherings, workplace events and celebrations where you want great food without the hassle of cooking from scratch.
Yes. Occasions by Sainsbury's products are made to order and prepared specifically for your chosen collection or delivery date, ensuring they arrive fresh. To give us enough time to prepare everything for your event, orders must be placed at least 4 days before your delivery or collection date, and some products may require additional notice.
Freshness varies by product, and storage guidance and use-by information will be provided with your order. To enjoy your food at its best, we recommend choosing a delivery or collection slot on the day you plan to serve it.
Yes. You can choose home delivery or click & collect from selected stores.
You can place your order up to 30 days in advance, and we recommend ordering as soon as your event date is confirmed. As Occasions by Sainsbury's products are freshly made to order, orders must be placed at least 4 days before your collection or delivery date to give us time to prepare everything for your event. Some products may require additional notice. We'll clearly show what's available for your chosen date while you shop.
Yes. You can order regular grocery items such as drinks, snacks, household essentials and decorations alongside Occasions by Sainsbury's products, helping you get everything you need for your event in one shop.
Yes. You can make changes to, or cancel, your order until 8pm before we begin preparing your made-to-order items. After this point we're unable to make changes as your food will already be in preparation.
Orders can only be cancelled through our website or by phone by speaking to a member of our dedicated Occasions by Sainsbury's customer care team. Orders cannot be cancelled by email.
Occasions by Sainsbury's is designed to help make hosting easier, whether you're planning a birthday party, family gathering, baby shower, anniversary, office lunch, work event or seasonal celebration. With everything from sandwich platters and party food to celebration cakes and desserts, it's an easy way to cater for groups of all sizes.
A mix of savoury and sweet options usually works best. Popular choices include made to order sandwich platters, sausage rolls, sharing salads, meat & cheese boards, sushi and party-size desserts. We also recommend crisps, crackers & breadsticks, a selection of antipasti, dips and crudites, and a mix of soft and alcoholic drinks. Choosing a variety of options helps ensure there's something for everyone to enjoy.
The amount of food you'll need depends on the number of guests, the occasion and whether food is being served as a meal or light buffet. Product pages include serving guidance to help you choose the right quantity. A selection of savoury platters, snacks, desserts and drinks can help create a well-balanced spread.
A great party is about more than just the food, and ordering everything in one shop can help ensure nothing gets forgotten. Alongside sandwich platters, party food, celebration cakes and drinks, many hosts need additional disposable tableware, cups and napkins, as well as party decorations and candles, bin bags, cling film and cleaning essentials. Creating a checklist before your event can make preparation simpler and reduce last-minute trips to the shops.
Yes. You can order regular grocery items such as drinks, snacks, household essentials and decorations alongside Occasions by Sainsbury's products, helping you get everything you need for your event in one order.
It's often the little things that get forgotten. Alongside food and drinks, many hosts find themselves needing disposable plates, cups, napkins, cutlery, bin bags, serving utensils, candles, decorations and ice. When planning your event, it's worth checking you have both the food and the essentials covered so everything runs smoothly on the day.
Yes. We offer a range of vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free products, making it easier to cater for guests with different dietary preferences and requirements. Browse our dedicated dietary ranges to find suitable options for your event.
Yes. Occasions by Sainsbury's is ideal for office lunches, team meetings, workplace celebrations and corporate events. From sandwich platters and party food to sweet treats and refreshments, you can order everything you need in one place.
