A progressive corporate catering services business with flair!
Garnishes Catering is a private company providing catering across various hospitality sectors. In 2025, it celebrates 21 years under current stewardship, having been established in 1992. Operating from a commercial kitchen, the company has over 40 years of event and corporate catering experience and has earned awards including Best Corporate Caterer from the Restaurants and Caterers Association (QLD) and Business Achiever Awards from Quest Community Newspaper.
Chris Stowe
Director, Garnishes Catering
Chris brings extensive hospitality industry experience. He began as a part-time commix-waiter at Luciano's and progressed to duty manager at the New York Hotel within three years. In 1988, he became Catering Manager at Garnishes/Court Terrace Catering under Spiro Levanes. He also served as Corporate Catering Manager at ANZ Stadium with Gary Balkin, overseeing high-profile events including the 1982 Commonwealth Games and performances by Madonna, Billy Joel, Elton John, and U2. In January 2004, Chris purchased Court Terrace Restaurant & Catering with Glenn Jones, now operating as Garnishes Catering.
"There is always a thirst and hunger for what is new — the challenge is to be innovative as well as maintaining the highest quality and consistency."
Sarah Stowe
Executive Chef, Garnishes Catering
Inspired by her mother's home baking, Sarah began her apprenticeship in May 1999 under Spiro Levanes. She has served Garnishes for 23 years, working through her apprenticeship and maintaining the company's reputation for quality, flavour, and presentation. Known for in-house hors d'oeuvres and custom-decorated cupcakes, Sarah actively researches global culinary trends.
"I am dedicated to maintaining my own, and the company's, reputation for excellence and attention to detail and I am always willing to personalise our menus for clients."
Glenn Jones
Director, Garnishes Catering
With over 20 years in hospitality, Glenn has extensive background in commercial kitchen and catering equipment supply. He worked at prestigious establishments including The Selfridge Hotel in London and was part of ANZ Stadium's corporate catering management team. Glenn attended NAFEM and has advocated for food safety standards.
"Commercial kitchen and catering equipment has always been my focus... The standard and functionality of your equipment directly affects the way your food is presented."