Jim Cawthorn - MC & Marriage Celebrant

19/05/2026

Angie & Ryan – 17.01.2026 💍

Crazy to think I first heard from these two about a year before the wedding actually rolled around… so we’d been chatting, planning and bouncing ideas around for ages. Feels a bit weird now that it’s all done and dusted!

Absolute legends of a couple to marry too. Proper warm, easygoing people and honestly just good fun to work with. They wanted to sneak their love of Harry Potter and LEGO into the ceremony which made putting the whole thing together an absolute blast. Always love it when couples make the ceremony feel properly them instead of all stiff and formal.

Also — if you’re hunting for a wedding venue around South Auckland, definitely go check out Beaufords. Beautiful old 1930s homestead tucked away in Totara Park and an unreal spot for a wedding. Even has accommodation for guests which is bloody handy.

Big congrats again to Ange & Ryan ❤️ and a massive thanks to their family and mates for making me feel so welcome on the day.

And hey — if you’re looking for a celebrant who can also jump on the mic and MC the reception afterwards too, flick me a DM or email me at [email protected] 🍻

02/01/2026

Happy New Year everyone!

2025 was my first full year officially doing weddings and what a ride —
🖤 9 full ceremonies
🤍 5 registry-style weddings
…and a whole lot of love, laughs, and happy tears in between.

Massive thank you to everyone who supported, recommended, tagged and trusted me to be part of their day - it genuinely means the world.

I’m locked in for 2026 and now taking bookings through to 2027 so if you (or someone you know) are on the hunt for a celebrant who keeps things real, relaxed and meaningful - please get in touch!

Cheers team! Happy 2026! 🍻
Here’s to more love stories ahead 🥂

28/12/2025

Not quite my last wedding of the year (there are still a couple to come 👀), but this one might have been the easiest to pull together.

Shane & Casey’s brief was refreshingly simple:
“Don’t fuss over the ceremony — we just want it done nice and quick.”
Say less. Perfect. My kind of people.

Because they were so relaxed, their guests were too — everyone knew exactly the vibe, and it made the whole thing feel effortless.

The weather behaved itself and the ceremony took place at the hidden gem that is Schlaepfer’s Park in Pukekohe — tucked away in the bush, with cabins and a hall on site so guests can even stay the night. Absolute winner of a spot 🌿

I’m now taking bookings for 2026 & 2027, so if you’re after a celebrant and/or MC (or know someone who is), you know where to find me.

26/11/2025

Back on tonight people book tables now! Score bar tabs, free food and drinks and other bonus prizes.

Doooooooo iiiiiiittttttt.

Every Wednesday from 7pm to late, join us for our Crack-up Comedy Quiz! 😂

Register your team to receive a burger and beer deal for only $20!
There will be prizes up for grabs!

This quiz night is R18. There may be some adult themes.

Bookings are essential!
09 236 3571
[email protected]

20/10/2025

Quiz. Appetite. 7pm. Boooooooooook

14/10/2025

Book ya tables for tonight it's a bloody hoot I tell ya!

22/09/2025

Big night of Monday Quiz at Appetite last night! Book ya tables for next week so you can join in too!! Appetite nz Clue HQ Quiz Nights NZ

18/09/2025

Kuna & Maggie chose to tie the knot on a Tuesday — and for a beautiful reason. September 9th marked *exactly five years* since they started dating.

From best friends to partners for life, these two give total Monica & Chandler vibes — the kind of love that sneaks up on you and turns into everything.

They kicked off the day with a heartfelt, intimate ceremony surrounded by their closest family and friends, followed by an epic celebration later that night.

Also a first for me — both their cat *and* dog were in attendance… and both were incredibly well-behaved guests.

Huge shoutout to the team at the stunning venue, killer food, and all-round good vibes right in the heart of Auckland.

Honestly, Tuesdays get a bad rap — but this one? One of the best I’ve had in a long time. And it’s all thanks to these two Swifties.

📸: \_qi\_photography

30/08/2025

Little things like this is why I love what I do!

👌🎊🍾

28/08/2025

Some beautiful snaps from Jase & Chloe's wedding day from a couple of months back. Fashion funk themed hence why I'm in the big Zoot Suit looking like David Byrne.

I’ve gotta say, Clevedon is an absolute gem — and Kauri Bay Auckland sits right in the heart of it. Even luckier, I managed to sneak in a few legendary Clevedon oysters along the way 🦪👌

📸: The insanely talented Kouki Weddings & Elopement: Photo & Video NZ AU�🍰: Delicious creation by Bluebells Cakery�🕺: Me, being me.

If you (or someone you know) are on the hunt for a celebrant, flick me a message — I’d love to help make your day unforgettable.