We are an experienced outside catering company providing high quality cuisine from our commercial kitchens in West Parley, Dorset. Providing a first-class service to a vast number of corporate organisations across Dorset and Hampshire, we also offer a unique and personal approach to individual clients, for that special occasion, such as weddings, milestone celebrations and other special events.

Director and Executive Chef Dave J Brown, nicknamed ‘Merlin’ because of his wizardry in the kitchen, is a classically-trained chef with over twenty-five years experience in the catering profession. He is a member of the Institute of Hospitality (MIH) and holder of the CIEH Advanced Food Hygiene Certificate. As a qualified staff trainer, Dave ensures that all kitchen personnel are trained to meet current food safety regulations.

Chef Dave promotes local, fresh produce both free range and organic wherever possible. His strength and ability to organise and deliver exceptionally high standards of cuisine in a variety of locations, have gained Merlins a reputation for constantly exceeding customer expectations.