A practical guide for guests planning a Maia Fair charter
Luxury yacht catering on a Maia Fair Marbella charter is coordinated by the crew through established Marbella catering partners and ranges from grazing platters at €45 per guest to full multi course Spanish menus from €120 per guest. Champagne packages, fresh seafood, themed cuisine, vegan and dietary specific menus are all available with advance notice. The yacht's flybridge dining area seats up to 12 for a full sit down meal.
Maia Fair's crew works with several established Marbella catering partners who specialise in yacht service. Once your charter date and group are confirmed, the crew sends a menu selection sheet covering style preferences (canapes, grazing, plated), Spanish or international cuisine, dietary requirements and budget level. Final menu confirmation is required 48 hours before charter for sourcing and preparation. Catering is delivered to the boat 1 to 2 hours before departure.
Three core menu styles cover most charters: grazing platters featuring Iberian charcuterie, Spanish cheeses, fresh fruit and Mediterranean salads (€45 to €70 per guest); plated lunch with starter, main and dessert featuring local seafood or grilled meats (€80 to €120 per guest); and full multi course chef service with a chef onboard for the day (€150 to €250 per guest). Each style scales to the group and the occasion.
Spanish ingredients dominate the catering options. Pata negra Iberian ham, manchego cheese, fresh seafood from Malaga and Cadiz, Andalusian gazpacho and salmorejo, paella prepared onboard, grilled prawns and octopus, and Spanish desserts like crema catalana and torta de Santiago. The crew can also arrange international or themed cuisine on request including Italian, French, Asian fusion and vegetarian or vegan menus.
Champagne packages include Moet et Chandon, Veuve Clicquot, Dom Perignon and Krug, with prices from €60 per bottle to €350+ for premium options. Spanish cava is available at lower price points for less formal celebrations. Wine selections feature Spanish whites (Albariño, Verdejo, Rueda) and reds (Rioja, Ribera del Duero, Toro) plus international options. Cocktail packages with a dedicated bartender are available for larger groups.
For groups wanting to combine catering with shore time, the crew arranges tender drops at established Marbella beach clubs including Trocadero Arena, Nikki Beach, Puente Romano Sea Grill, Estrella del Mar and El Oceano. Lunch ashore typically runs €80 to €180 per guest at these venues plus drinks. Reservations are arranged in advance by the crew.
All major dietary requirements are accommodated with advance notice including vegetarian, vegan, gluten free, nut free, kosher, halal, pescatarian and specific food allergies. The crew confirms requirements at booking and again 48 hours before charter.
| Style | From Per Guest | Best For |
|---|---|---|
| Drinks and canapes | €30 | Sunset cruise, short charter |
| Grazing platters | €45 | Relaxed half day |
| Buffet style lunch | €70 | Group day |
| Plated 3 course lunch | €80 | Full day, formal occasion |
| Multi course chef onboard | €150 | Wedding, milestone celebration |
| Beach club lunch ashore | €80-180 | Combined yacht and shore |
| Champagne package | €60-350+ | Celebration, proposal |
Yes. Many guests bring their own catering or champagne. Use of the yacht's galley for warming or plating is included. The crew assists with service.
Yes. The galley has a hob, oven, microwave, fridge, freezer and dishwasher. Sufficient for warming, plating and light preparation rather than cooking complex menus from scratch (which is why a chef typically prepares ashore and delivers ready to serve).
Light meals yes, full multi course meals are better delivered ready to serve from the catering partner. For full chef service onboard, a private chef joins the charter and works from the galley throughout the day.
All major requirements accommodated with advance notice. Confirm at booking and the crew confirms again 48 hours before charter.
Soft drinks, water and basic table wine are typically included. Champagne, premium wines and spirits are quoted separately. The crew can stock the bar based on your preferences.
For a group of 12 on a full day with plated lunch and a champagne package, total catering cost typically runs €150 to €250 per guest including all food and drink.
No. The crew works with any catering budget from a simple platter for a sunset cruise upwards.
Yes. The crew arranges themed catering and decoration including birthday celebrations, hen and stag themed days, corporate brand activations and wedding receptions.
Combine catering with tender drops at beach clubs ashore.
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