Zest Café & Catering is all about fresh, wholesome food that brings people together. From specialty coffee and brunch to catering and ready-made meals, our dedicated team crafts menus with care.
At Zest Café & Catering, food is more than what’s on the plate – it’s about connection, community, and care. We believe that food brings people together.
What started as a local café in Nowra has grown into the Zest family:
☕ Zest Café – specialty coffee, all-day brunch, and grab-and-go favourites.
🥗 Zest Catering – fresh, crowd-pleasing platters and boxes for workplaces, events, and celebrations.
🍲 Zest @ Home – wholesome, ready-made meals prepared by our chefs, delivered fresh to your door or ready for pick-up. A new menu opens every Friday at 9am. Place your order by Monday 9pm for Thursday delivery or pick-up – then let us take care of the cooking.
Our Values
Fresh, Local, Honest – we source from local farmers and producers whenever possible (including Jervis Bay Eggs 🥚).
Community First – from partnering with nearby businesses to supporting local events, we’re here to add flavour to Nowra life.
Chef-Made, With Heart – every dish is crafted with care, balancing homestyle comfort with café-style creativity.
Sustainability – we’re committed to reducing waste, offering thoughtful packaging, and making choices that are good for our community and the planet.
What Makes Us Unique
A café that feels like home, where regulars are friends, not just customers.
Ready-made meals that meet Home Care Package and NDIS standards, so everyone can enjoy healthy, convenient food.
Catering that’s designed to impress without the fuss – perfect for boardrooms, staff lunches, or family gatherings.
At Zest, we believe in adding a little extra flavour to every day. Whether you’re grabbing your morning coffee, hosting a workplace meeting, or sitting down to dinner with the family, we’re here to make it easier, tastier, and more memorable.