PRIVATE DINING IN DORSET

Your evening. Taken care of.

Enjoy a three-course dinner in your home or holiday property, with personal planning from Rob and a team to cook, serve and clear up.

Rob from Brown Goose Catering in chef whites

DINNER PARTIES

Make yourself at home

Since founding Brown Goose Catering in 2016, Rob has catered for dinner parties in private homes and holiday properties across Dorset. From intimate gatherings of six to celebrations of up to 70, each occasion begins with a conversation about your plans.

DINNER PARTY SERVICE

What’s included

(01)

PERSONAL PLANNING

Speak directly with Rob to arrange your meal and discuss your guests’ preferences and dietary requirements.

(02)

COOKING & SERVICE

A chef and waiting staff attend your dinner. We provide tablecloths, appropriate table decorations, crockery and cutlery, with table service throughout the meal.

(03)

CLEARING UP

After your meal, we clean the dining area and kitchen, leaving you free to enjoy the rest of your evening.

THE DINNER PARTY EXPERIENCE

YOUR EVENING. OUR ATTENTION TO DETAIL.

Seasonal menus, personal planning and service from start to finish. Enjoy a three-course dinner in your home or holiday property, with the details taken care of.

SEASONAL SAMPLE MENU

A menu for your gathering

Explore the September–November 2026 dinner-party menu. Every supplied starter, main and dessert remains available below.

Chef plating food in a kitchen

DINNER PARTIES

Dinner Party Menu

September–November 2026

Seasonal menuContact Rob for a quote

Sample menu — please discuss availability and dietary requirements with Rob when booking.

Starters

Locally sourced bread is served with the starters.

  • Wild Mushroom TortelliniJerusalem Artichoke Soup (V)
  • Goats Cheese MoussePickled Heritage Beetroots, Caramelised Pecans (V)
  • Truffled Herb GnocchiWild Mushroom and Kale Fricassee (V)
  • Goats Cheese and Slow Roasted Tomato TartletGrape and Balsamic Chutney
  • Pea and Halloumi FrittersConfit Vine Tomatoes, Salsa Verde (V)
  • Twice Baked Smoked Cheddar SouffléParsley and Lemon, Parmesan Crisp (V)
  • Truffled Herb GnocchiSmoked Chicken and Wild Mushroom Fricassee
  • Smoked Venison CarpaccioRed Currant Chutney, Tarragon Vinaigrette
  • Confit Duck Ravioli, Duck and Ginger Consomméminimum 4 guests
  • Wood Pigeon BreastCeleriac Remoulade, Crispy Leg Pie
  • Ham Hock TerrineBlack Pudding Beignet, Piccalilli
  • Sauté Chilli PrawnApple Salad, Ginger Dressing
  • Seared TunaWarm Salad of Potato and Pickled Fennel, Niçoise Dressing
  • Smoked Haddock FritterCurry Spiced Aioli, Apple Chutney
  • Scallops, Watercress Purée, Parsnip Crisps£3 supplement
  • Pan Fried Mackerel FilletsCaramelised Leek Tart
Mains · Meat

Sides of vegetables are served with the main course.

  • Guinea Fowl Three WaysConfit Leg Pie, Stuffed Thigh, Roasted Breast
  • Chicken BreastDauphinoise Potato, Chicken Jus
  • Stuffed PoussinWild Mushroom Risotto, Chive Sauce
  • Pheasant BreastPheasant and Pancetta Stew with Cinnamon and Chestnuts
  • Dorset Beef Sirloin, Sauté Potato, Peppercorn Sauce£8 supplement
  • Slow Cooked Beef CheekGarlic Mashed Potato, Bourguignon Sauce
  • Fillet of Beef, Short Rib Pie, Savoy Cabbage, Fondant Potato£11 supplement
  • Braised and Rolled Shoulder of LambPearl Barley and Winter Vegetable Risotto
  • Slow Roasted Pork BellyAndouille Sausage Cassoulet
  • Roast Loin of PorkGarlic and Herb Potatoes, Date Purée
Mains · Fish

Sides of vegetables are served with the main course.

  • Baked Fillet of HakeFish Tagine, Tomato and Olive Dressing
  • Salmon en CroûteCrushed Potatoes, Horseradish Sauce
  • Fillet of CodCreamed Spinach, Salsa Verde, Confit Tomato
  • Roasted Skate WingPotato Skor Dalia, Caper Beurre Noisette
  • Seafood and Leek Risotto topped with Tempura Oyster
  • Battered HaddockCrushed Peas, Chunky Chips
  • Crab Stuffed Lemon Sole, Leek and Potatoes£4 supplement

Mains · Vegetarian

Sides of vegetables are served with the main course.

  • Char Grilled Cauliflower PithivierPine Nuts, Saffron and Raisin (V)
  • Stuffed Portobello MushroomRösti Potato, Spinach, Mushroom Bourguignon (V)
  • Parsnip and Jerusalem Artichoke Wellington (V)
  • Butternut Squash and Ricotta RavioliSage and Tomato Sauce (V)
  • Celeriac LasagneTruffled Cheddar, Mustard Vinaigrette (V)
Desserts
  • Vanilla Crème BrûléePoached Seasonal Fruits, Vanilla Shortbread
  • Sticky Toffee PuddingButterscotch Sauce, Vanilla Ice Cream
  • Apple CheesecakeCaramelised Apple Purée, Blackberry Ice Cream
  • Selection of West Country CheesesChutney, Biscuits
  • Dark and White Chocolate MousseRaspberries, Shortbread
  • Red Wine Poached PearDark Chocolate Sorbet
  • Coffee Crème BrûléePrune Sauce, Armagnac Ice Cream
  • Baked PineappleRum Baba, Raisin Ice Cream
  • Pear and Salted Almond TartCaramel Ice Cream
  • Cherry and Frangipane TartWhipped Almond Mascarpone
  • Chocolate Orange CheesecakeGrand Marnier Ice Cream
  • Rum and Raisin PuddingWhiskey and Honey Ice Cream
  • Baked White Chocolate Rice PuddingCaramel Mousse, Tuile Biscuit
  • Fennel and Coffee SpongeCoffee Ice Cream, Confit Fennel

Cheese Course

  • Add a cheese course from £9 per person: a selection of local cheesesbiscuits and Cherry Tree Cheese Chutney.
Plated starter with green garnishesDesserts arranged on individual plates

FAQ

Dinner party questions

Where can you cater?

We cater in private homes and holiday properties across Dorset. Share your location and details of the kitchen when enquiring.

How many guests can you cater for?

Do we need to provide crockery and cutlery?

Can you accommodate dietary requirements?

Will you clean up afterwards?

How much does it cost?

Let’s plan your dinner party

Tell us your date, location and guest numbers, and Rob will help you explore the options.

ADDRESS

Robert Scott T/A Brown Goose Catering

Emerald Cottage, Alice Road, Dorchester, DT1 2LL
VAT Registered : ​GB422 8730 04

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ADDRESS

Robert Scott T/A Brown Goose Catering

Emerald Cottage, Alice Road, Dorchester, DT1 2LL
VAT Registered : ​GB422 8730 04

Brown Goose Catering — Home

Brown Goose

© 2026 Brown Goose Catering

ALL RIGHTS RESERVED

ADDRESS

Robert Scott T/A Brown Goose Catering

Emerald Cottage, Alice Road, Dorchester, DT1 2LL
VAT Registered : ​GB422 8730 04

Brown Goose Catering — Home

Brown Goose

© 2026 Brown Goose Catering

ALL RIGHTS RESERVED