Private Chef Dorset | Intimate Dinner Catering

AB Dorset Catering offers exquisite sit-down dinner catering for intimate events of up to 40 guests. Serving Dorset, Somerset and Devon with bespoke menus and impeccable service.

We have created our menus below, designed for your intimate dinner party. Ideal to celebrate your wedding anniversary, birthday party or holiday home celebrations.

You know, there's something rather special about a sit-down dinner, isn't there? It harks back to those wonderful family meals where everyone comes together, sharing food, stories, and laughter. That's the atmosphere we aim to create with our intimate dinner catering service, perfect for those smaller events of up to 35 guests.

We supply everything we need, from pots and pans to cutlery, napkins and waiting staff. We even do the washing up, so you can sit back and relax with your friends and family.

WHY NOT BEGIN YOUR EVENT WITH A SELECTION OF DELICIOUS CANAPES?

Ham Hock & Red Leicester Croquettes

Maple Syrup Sausage Blinis

Lamb Kofta, Tzatziki

Pulled Pork & Apple Fritters

Smoked Salmon & Cream Cheese

Feta & Tapenade

Chicken Liver Parfait On Brioche Toast

Black Pudding Bon Bons

King Prawn & Avocado

Tomato, Mozzeralla, Basil

Watermelon, Cured Ham & Goats Curd

Crab, creme fraiche & grain mustard tartlets 

STARTERS 

Chicken Liver Parfait, toasted sourdough, Chutney

Homemade roasted tomato & basil soup, crusty bread (vegan)

Smoked Mackerel Pate, Red Onion Marmalade, granary bread

Home Gin Cured Salmon, Pickled Cucumber, Beetroot Puree

Ham Hock Terrine, Piccalilli, Toasted Sourdough

Burrata, Heritage Tomato, Basil Oil (v)

Pan- fried Scallops, cauliflower puree, truffle oil

Sun dried tomato & chilli Arancini, Romesco sauce (v)

Baked field mushrooms, goats cheese, rocket, balsamic

King Prawn cocktail, bread & butter

Roasted beetroot, whipped goats cheese, toasted walnuts (v)

MAIN COURSE

Braised Lamb Shank, Red Wine, Mint, Cranberries, creamed mashed potato, greens

Pan-Fried Free Range Chicken supreme, garlic & herb cream sauce, leeks, roasted baby potatoes

Pan Fried Fillet of Salmon, buttered dill new potatoes, tenderstem, Caper, Lemon & Parsley Butter Sauce

Wild Mushroom, Spinach, & Blue Cheese Wellington, herb roast potatoes, watercress (v)

Roast rack of lamb, colcannon potatoes, butternut puree, greens, red wine sauce

Red Lentil Dahl, basmati rice, poppadum (vegan)

Celeriac, Chestnut Mushroom & Pearl Barley Risotto, Truffle Oil (vegan)

8oz Sirloin Steak, baked chips, grilled tomato & flat mushroom, watercress, Bearnaise sauce 

Baked Cod loin, potato & crab veloute, dill, peas

Pan roasted Pork tenderloin, potato fondant, cauliflower puree, cider sauce

Beef Bourguignon, champ mash, roasted carrots, greens

Traditional Roast (Topside Beef, loin of pork or Leg of Lamb) served with all the trimmings

Luxury Fish Pie, potato & parmesan crust, crushed minted peas

Fillet Beef wellington, pomme puree, greens, red wine jus

Pan fried Hake, buttered crushed baby potatoes, roast courgette, Salsa Verde

Pan roasted Duck breast, dauphinoise potatoes, butternut puree, greens, port sauce

DESSERTS

Chocolate Brownie, Clotted Cream, Caramel Sauce

Sticky Date Pudding, Butterscotch Sauce, Vanilla ice cream

Baked Vanilla Cheesecake, Hazelnut Brittle, Pouring Cream

Apple Crumble, Custard

Lemon Posset, berries, shortbread

Smashed Meringue, Lemon Curd, Chantilly Cream

Creme Brulee

Eton mess - chantilly cream, smashed meringue, fresh strawberries

Chocolate mousse, creme chantilly, chocolate shavings

Vanilla bean panna cotta, berry compote

ADD A CHEESE COURSE?

 - Selection of cheese, crackers, chutney and fruit

Let's talk about the food, shall we? Because that's the star of the show. Our menus are bespoke, tailored to your tastes and preferences.

We start with a consultation where we chat about the kind of experience you're after. Are you thinking of a traditional three-course meal? Or perhaps a tasting menu with wine pairings?

Whatever you fancy, we'll work with you to create something truly special. We're lucky enough to have access to some of the finest produce in the country right here in the South West. I'm talking succulent Devon beef, fresh-off-the-boat Dorset seafood,

It’s not just about the food. The whole experience matters. That's why we pay just as much attention to our table settings and service style. We'll work with you to create the perfect ambiance. 

Our service style is discreet yet attentive. Our team is trained to anticipate your guests' needs without being intrusive. We'll keep glasses topped up, clear plates promptly, and ensure everything runs smoothly behind the scenes. It's like having your own private restaurant for the evening.

On the day, we'll arrive with plenty of time to set up. We bring everything we need - crockery, cutlery, glassware, linens, the lot. We'll transform your chosen space, whether it's your dining room, a hired venue, or even a marquee in the garden.