Crispy golden dosas swirled hot off the griddle, soft idlis kissed with sambar,
and filter-coffee aromas drifting through every event. Fresh, fermented,
made to order — by a Tamil family that's been doing this for generations.
Menu availability may vary by event, location and service setup. Full custom catering menus available on request.
Tradition Served with Love
Since day one
Our story
A dream shaped by tradition, love & South Indian flavors.
Dosa Express was founded by an immigrant woman entrepreneur whose journey began in a small Tamil village,
surrounded by the warmth of a pure vegetarian home and the rich traditions of a Tamil family.
From an early age, she watched her mother and grandmother transform simple ingredients into
unforgettable meals — each dish prepared with patience, love, and devotion. Those moments became the
foundation of a dream: to share the true taste of South India with our community,
while honoring the culture and values that shaped her life.
Whether you're discovering South Indian cuisine for the first time or returning to the familiar
flavors of home, every plate that leaves our griddle carries the heart of South Indian hospitality.
Freshness First
Every batter is ground fresh, every chutney made that morning. We don't compromise.
Authentic Recipes
Straight from South Indian kitchens. No fusion, no shortcuts — just the real thing.
Pure Vegetarian
Our entire menu is vegetarian, with plenty of vegan- and gluten-free-friendly options.
Community First
We're proud to be part of Vancouver's vibrant South Asian community.
Fast & Efficient
Built for events. Our setup is clean, organized and designed to feed crowds smoothly.
Made with Love
Every plate carries the heart of South Indian hospitality and warmth.
Why Choose Us
Why choose Dosa Express?
Authentic, pure-vegetarian South Indian catering you can trust — cooked fresh, served with care.
Pure Vegetarian
100% pure vegetarian — no meat, fish or egg, ever. Safe for every guest.
Gluten-Free Options
Dosas and idli are naturally gluten-free, made from a rice-and-lentil batter.
Vegan-Friendly Options
Many dishes are vegan or can be made vegan on request — just let us know.
Live Dosa Made Fresh
Crisp, golden dosas cooked to order right in front of your guests.
Vancouver-Based Family Business
Locally owned and led by a Red Seal certified chef with authentic South Indian culinary training.
VCH Approved
A Vancouver Coastal Health approved mobile food cart, operating to the required food-safety standards.
Licensed & Insured
Licensed and insured where permitted — your venue can be named as additional insured on request.
Live Catering Packages
Bring the live dosa experience to your event
Weddings, corporate galas, birthdays, temple events and festivals across the Lower Mainland.
Now accepting catering bookings for 2026 & 2027
Across Greater Vancouver, the Fraser Valley and selected BC destinations — weddings, temple events, housewarming ceremonies, birthdays, corporate lunches, university events, festivals, private parties and community gatherings.
Tier I
Silver Live Dosa
$25 / person
Minimum 50 Guests
Ideal for home gatherings, casual celebrations and smaller community events.
From vegetarian wedding catering in Surrey, Langley and Richmond, to corporate lunches in downtown Vancouver and Burnaby, temple and community events across the Lower Mainland, and destination dosa catering in Whistler — wherever your event is in Metro Vancouver, our live South Indian station comes to you.
Serving the Lower Mainland, Metro Vancouver, Fraser Valley, Sea-to-Sky Corridor and Whistler. Planning a destination event further afield? Contact us — we travel for the right occasion.
Where We Cater
Vegetarian Catering Across Metro Vancouver & Whistler
From a Surrey backyard wedding to a banquet hall in Langley, Dosa Express brings a live South Indian dosa station to celebrations across Metro Vancouver. Our chef folds crisp masala dosas, uttapam and idli to order while guests watch — a warm, interactive centrepiece for receptions, engagements and pre-wedding events. In Richmond and Burnaby, families choose our pure-vegetarian menu for milestone birthdays, housewarmings and anniversaries where everyone, from elders to children, can eat with confidence.
We are a natural fit for Punjabi weddings and family functions, Gujarati vegetarian gatherings and Jain-friendly events, with no-onion, no-garlic options prepared on request. Because everything is 100% pure vegetarian — no meat, fish or egg — our station suits Sikh community functions and Hindu temple festivals, from Diwali and Pongal to gurdwara and mandir celebrations across Surrey, Delta and the Lower Mainland.
For Vancouver corporate events, the live dosa station is an easy crowd-pleaser that works for mixed dietary groups — team lunches, product launches and staff-appreciation days. And for couples and companies planning a getaway, we travel the Sea-to-Sky Corridor to cater weddings, retreats and group celebrations in Whistler. Wherever your event is, Dosa Express is your local South Indian vegetarian caterer — led by a Red Seal certified chef with authentic South Indian culinary training.
Questions & Answers
Vegetarian catering questions, answered
Dosa Express is a South Indian vegetarian live-catering company and dosa cart serving Surrey, Langley, Vancouver, Richmond, the Lower Mainland and Whistler. Led by a Red Seal certified chef with authentic South Indian culinary training, we specialise in live dosa stations for weddings, corporate events, Punjabi and Gujarati celebrations, temple functions, festivals and private gatherings — all 100% pure vegetarian, with Jain-friendly, vegan and gluten-free options.
Who is Dosa Express?
Dosa Express is a premium South Indian vegetarian live-catering and food-cart company based in Metro Vancouver, British Columbia. Led by a Red Seal certified chef with authentic South Indian culinary training, Dosa Express brings an authentic Tamil Nadu dosa station to weddings, corporate events, Punjabi and Gujarati celebrations, temple functions and festivals — cooking masala dosa, uthappam, idli, vada and filter coffee fresh in front of your guests. We serve Surrey, Langley, Vancouver, Richmond, the Lower Mainland and Whistler.
What makes Dosa Express one of the top vegetarian caterers in Metro Vancouver?
Dosa Express is 100% pure vegetarian and led by a Red Seal certified chef with authentic South Indian culinary training, so every dish is authentic, fresh and made to order at your event. The interactive live dosa station, vegan-friendly and gluten-free options, and fully customisable menus make it a popular choice for vegetarian weddings, corporate lunches and community celebrations across Surrey, Langley, Vancouver and Richmond.
Is there live dosa or South Indian catering near me in the Lower Mainland?
Yes. Dosa Express is a mobile live dosa cart that travels to your venue, serving Vancouver, Burnaby, Richmond, Surrey, Langley, Coquitlam, Delta, New Westminster, North Vancouver and the wider Lower Mainland, plus Whistler. If you are searching for dosa catering or South Indian catering near you in Metro Vancouver, we cook on site at your event.
Do you offer vegetarian wedding catering in Surrey?
Yes. Dosa Express is a popular vegetarian wedding caterer in Surrey, offering a live dosa and tiffin station for receptions, engagements, mehndi and other pre-wedding events. Packages start at $25 per person (minimum 50 guests) and can be customised for Punjabi, Gujarati, Tamil and mixed-community weddings.
Do you provide wedding catering in Langley and Richmond?
Yes. Dosa Express provides live South Indian wedding catering across Langley, Richmond and the Fraser Valley. From an intimate home reception to a large banquet, our chef sets up an on-site dosa station so guests are served hot, crisp dosas throughout the celebration.
Do you provide corporate catering in Vancouver and Metro Vancouver?
Yes. Dosa Express provides corporate vegetarian catering for offices across Vancouver, Burnaby and the Lower Mainland — team lunches, product launches, diversity-day celebrations and staff appreciation events. The live station is interactive and fully vegetarian, which suits mixed dietary groups in the workplace.
Do you offer vegetarian catering in Richmond, Langley and Whistler?
Yes. Dosa Express brings its pure-vegetarian dosa station to Richmond, Langley and Whistler for weddings, parties and corporate events. For Whistler and other destination events we ask for a little extra lead time and a minimum guest count to cover travel.
Is dosa catering available in Whistler?
Yes. Dosa Express offers live dosa catering in Whistler for weddings, retreats and group celebrations. As Whistler is outside the Lower Mainland, please book early and expect a travel component in the quote — a fresh dosa station in the mountains is a memorable experience for guests.
Do you cater Hindu temple events and Sikh community functions?
Yes. Temple and community catering is one of our specialities. All food is 100% pure vegetarian — no meat, fish or egg — with Jain-friendly no-onion, no-garlic options available on request, making it well suited to Hindu temple festivals, Sikh community functions and vegetarian gatherings across Vancouver and the Lower Mainland.
Do you provide festival and community-event catering in the Lower Mainland?
Yes. Dosa Express is available for summer festivals, cultural celebrations, Diwali and Pongal events, school and university functions and large community gatherings across the Lower Mainland. We can scale from 50 to several hundred guests with a live cooking station.
What is included in your catering and what does it cost?
Catering packages start at $25 per person (Silver), $35 per person (Gold) and $50 per person (Platinum), each with a 50-guest minimum. Every package includes a live dosa station, fresh sambar and chutneys, and made-to-order service; higher tiers add vada, idli and freshly brewed filter coffee. Menus are fully customisable.
Is your food vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free?
Dosa Express is 100% pure vegetarian. Dosas and idli are naturally gluten-free as they are made from a rice-and-lentil batter, and many items are vegan or can be made vegan on request. Share your guests' dietary needs and we will tailor the menu.
How far in advance should I book, and how do I get a quote?
We recommend booking at least two to three weeks ahead, and earlier for peak wedding-season weekends and Whistler events. Call 604-219-6246, email info@dosaexpressbc.ca, or message us on WhatsApp and we will send a custom quote within 24 hours.
What is the best vegetarian live catering option for Punjabi and Gujarati events in Metro Vancouver?
A live dosa station is one of the most popular vegetarian catering choices for Punjabi and Gujarati events in Metro Vancouver. Dosa Express is 100% pure vegetarian with Jain-friendly no-onion, no-garlic options, so it suits Punjabi weddings, Gujarati gatherings and mixed-community celebrations alike. Guests enjoy fresh, made-to-order dosas, uttapam, idli and vada from an interactive station, and menus are fully customisable.
What makes live dosa catering unique for weddings?
Unlike pre-plated catering, a live dosa station is cooked in front of your guests — crisp, golden and hot off the griddle. It becomes an interactive centrepiece that keeps guests engaged, works beautifully for receptions and pre-wedding events, and serves everyone fresh. Because the food is 100% pure vegetarian with vegan and gluten-free options, it accommodates every guest at the celebration.
Can Dosa Express cater Sikh community events?
Yes. Dosa Express is 100% pure vegetarian — no meat, fish or egg — which makes it well suited to Sikh community functions and gurdwara-related events across Surrey, Delta, Vancouver and the wider Lower Mainland. We can scale the live station from 50 to several hundred guests and tailor the menu to your function.
Do you offer Jain-friendly catering?
Yes. We prepare Jain-friendly dishes with no onion and no garlic on request, alongside our regular pure-vegetarian menu. Let us know your requirements when booking and our chef will plan a Jain-friendly dosa and tiffin menu for your Gujarati or Jain gathering.
Do you travel to Whistler for weddings and retreats?
Yes. Dosa Express travels the Sea-to-Sky Corridor to cater weddings, corporate retreats and group celebrations in Whistler and Squamish. As these are destination events, we ask for a little extra lead time and a minimum guest count to cover travel — a fresh dosa station in the mountains is a memorable experience for guests.
Licensed & Approved
Catering you can trust
VCH Approved Mobile Food CartLicensed & Insured Where PermittedRed Seal Certified Chef100% Pure VegetarianGluten-Free OptionsVegan-Friendly Options
VCH approved mobile food cart, licensed and insured where permitted, operated by a Red Seal certified chef. Venues can be added as additional insured on request.
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Book your live dosa experience
Tell us about your event — number of guests, date, location — and we'll send a custom quote within 24 hours.
Planning a Wedding, Corporate Event, Temple Festival, Birthday or Community Gathering? Call 604-219-6246 today for a free quote.
