Hosting an open house for Hari Raya 2026?Book halal catering early — rendang-and-lontong spreads, mini buffets and kueh platters from MUIS-certified and Muslim-owned caterers sell out for the first Raya weekends. Here's how to plan the spread, what it costs, and who to book.
Compare 2–3 caterers before committing — browse halal caterers and request quotes in one go. Ordering cookies and kueh separately? See halal cakes & bakes.
As early as possible — the first two Raya weekends sell out weeks ahead. For Hari Raya 2026 (expected around 20 March), reputable caterers start taking bookings during Ramadan; order at least 2–3 weeks before your open house.
The classics: lontong, sayur lodeh, beef rendang, ayam masak merah, sambal goreng pengantin, achar, and kueh for dessert. Most caterers offer mini buffets for smaller gatherings and full buffet lines for open houses.
Many caterers are MUIS-certified (Food Preparation Area scheme); others are Muslim-owned. Each caterer on Humble Halal is labelled with its status — confirm certification on MUIS HalalSG when booking.
Mini buffets typically start around $12–18 per person, with festive Raya menus and open-house packages running higher. Get quotes from 2–3 caterers to compare inclusions like delivery, setup and warmers.