Durkin’s Events

About

Previously the Head of Fine Dining at Oak Hill Country Club, I specialize in high end wine dinners and parties. Years of professional culinary experience at some of the top country clubs in the world, including four years at Augusta National Country Club, culminate into a better dining experience and an unforgettable evening.

Highlights

Hired 4 times

2 employees

4 years in business

Serves Rochester , NY

Payment methods

Cash, Check, Venmo, Apple Pay, Zelle

Specialties

Level of service

Standard (basic ingredients), Premium (high end ingredients)

Additional services

Dessert, Non-alcoholic drinks, Coffee or tea

Meal(s)

Breakfast or brunch, Lunch, Cocktail hour or hors d'oeuvres, Dinner

Kitchen onsite

Full kitchen (oven, stove, refrigerator, sink, and utensils), Partial kitchen (fridge and sink only), No kitchen

Serving style

Plated meal, Buffet, Family style, Small bites/Passed appetizers

Event type

Wedding, Birthday or anniversary party, Dinner party, Corporate event, Bridal or baby shower, Graduation party, Outdoor event, Holiday party

Venue type

Banquet hall or ballroom, Concert hall, Outdoor venue, Office, School, Home, Community center, Religious or spiritual space, Barn

Full service or drop-off

Full service, Drop off only

Guest count

Fewer than 20 guests, 20 – 29 guests, 30 – 39 guests

Budget per person

$50 – $75 (wedding avg.), $75 – $100 (wedding avg.), $100 – $150, More than $150, Customer isn't sure about budget

Cuisine(s)

American - casual, American - formal, Italian, Barbecue, Mexican or Latin American, American - Southern, Asian, Mediterranean or Middle Eastern, French, Vegan

Additional supplies needed

Plates, utensils and glasses, Disposable plates, utensils, and cups, Paper napkins, Cloth napkins, Serving and warming equipment, Table décor

Photos and videos

Reviews

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haley M.

We hired Brian for our bachelorette party at the AirBnb we rented and everything was fantastic. Brian was so flexible with menu and food preference/allergy restrictions. He was extremely professional and we had a great time meeting him. All the food was delicious and so well prepared. Highly recommend hiring Brian for your next event!

November 14, 2023

joni H.

Recently my daughter had a baby and I wanted to get her a unique gift, A Chef to make 3 meals a week for a month. Brian was prompt in his response to my inquiry and was very easy to work with. My daughter has dietary restrictions and Brian was accommodating and understanding of her needs. She raved about the food every he delivered every week and even requested him to repeat certain meals that she loved.

I highly recommend Durkin Events!!!

November 13, 2023

•Hired on Fash

Frequently asked questions

What is your typical process for working with a new customer?

My process starts with getting to know the event, going over expectations and what your ideas are food, and I will create a menu and timeline based on the event. Those will be approved by you before the date, a budget will be set per person, and I take it from there!

What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?

3 years at Oak Hill Country Club in Rochester NY, 4 years at Augusta National Golf Club in Augusta, GA, and 2 years at Charlotte Country Club in Charlotte, NC. I have worked under multiple Certified Master Chefs and was most recently the head of fine dining at a top 20 golf club in the nation.

Do you have a standard pricing system for your services? If so, please share the details here.

No standard pricing, each event is unique.

How did you get started in this business?

From the bottom up.

What types of customers have you worked with?

Higher end clients, but also more casual settings. I spent years in the south cooking BBQ.

Describe a recent event you are fond of.

A wine dinner for Augusta National members and spouses on Magnolai Lane. For all you golf fans out there, you heard right.

What advice would you give a customer looking to hire a pro in your area of expertise?

Communication is essential.

What questions should customers think through before talking to pros about their needs?

How involved do you want to be? What is your budget per person? I'm also here to answer any questions you may have outside the realm of my capacity of being in charge of dining.

Services offered

Catering

Personal Chef