12 Days of Office Catering: Creative December Food Ideas to Surprise Your Team
12 Days of Office Catering: Creative December Food Ideas to Surprise Your Team
The end of the year is a perfect time to celebrate your team’s hard work. But what can you cater for an office Christmas party on a budget? Or better yet, how do you plan fun daily food surprises for employees?
This guide answers that with 12 low-effort, high-impact catering ideas, designed to help teams feel valued, whether you're planning one great lunch or a full 12 Days of Office Catering event.
TL;DR
Looking for fun and easy December catering ideas for your workplace? These 12 themed food ideas help you boost team morale, surprise employees, and make your office feel festive every day in December, without breaking the bank.
Key Definitions
Why It Matters
The end of the year is a great opportunity to celebrate your team. A thoughtfully catered December can:
- Boost morale
- Spark connection
- Add festive flair to the office routine
- Reflect your company’s culture of appreciation
And yes, food is often remembered more fondly than the company-wide email wrap-up.
12 Days of Office Catering Ideas
Day 1: Festive Breakfast Bar
Think cinnamon rolls, eggnog lattes, and porridge with cranberry compote.
Day 2: Comfort Food Lunch
Gourmet mac & cheese, pies, and grilled cheese with seasonal chutneys.
Day 3: Healthy Holiday Lunch
Grain bowls, roasted root vegetables, and citrus vinaigrettes.
Day 4: Hot Chocolate & Treats Station
A DIY cocoa bar with cookies, peppermint stirrers, and vegan brownies.
Day 5: Global Holiday Feast
Dishes from different cultures: samosas, bao buns, falafel wraps, tamales.
Day 6: DIY Wraps or Tacos
Turkey, slaw, or plant-based fillings with festive sauces and toppings.
Day 7: Winter Soup & Bread Bowls
Serve soups like squash or lentil in edible bowls, with gluten-free options.
Day 8: Afternoon Doughnut Drop
Seasonal doughnuts or cupcakes: gingerbread, cranberry glaze, peppermint.
Day 9: Secret Santa Snack Packs
Mini gift boxes filled with snacks: salty, sweet, or surprise-and-delight.
Day 10: Christmas Market-Inspired Menu
Pretzels, bratwurst, roasted chestnuts, and mulled apple cider.
Day 11: Holiday Pizza Day
Custom pizzas with brie, cranberry, stuffing, or plant-based roasts.
Day 12: End-of-Year Charcuterie Board
Premium grazing boards with fruit, cheese, crackers, truffles, and dips.
Implementation Tips
- Use a catering platform like Feedr to manage orders and dietary needs
- Announce each day’s theme with a Slack message or office signage
- Use clear allergen labels and sustainability info on packaging
- Collect feedback to make it even better next year
Related Articles:
The Ultimate Guide to Office Christmas Party Catering: How to Plan, What to Serve & When to Book
How to Cater for a Corporate Christmas Party in London (2025 Edition)
Want to make your December extra delicious?
Check out Feedr’s Christmas Catering 2025 menus for creative, inclusive options that keep your team happy, full, and festive.
