Exceptional dining, served personally

Thoughtfully prepared dining experiences, delivered with care for private homes, corporate settings, and events.

For over two decades, Chef Patrick D’Ugo has worked across Australia’s dining landscape from fine dining restaurants to high-profile private and corporate events. Through Served by D’Ugo, he brings that depth of experience directly to your table, creating restaurant-level dining experiences in private homes, workplaces, and event spaces.

Every experience is thoughtfully designed around the occasion. Chef Patrick works one-on-one with each client to craft bespoke menus inspired by seasonal produce, global flavours, and the people gathered around the table. From elegant tasting menus to generous shared feasts, each detail is considered so the entire experience feels seamless, personal, and effortless.

The Foundation

Chef Patrick’s Journey
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Bespoke Private Dinning

Whether it’s a private dinner, a hosted event, or a corporate occasion, we offer an experience designed to fit.
We take care of the details, creating food-led moments that feel considered, effortless, and memorable for you and your guests.

Events

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Event dining created for meaningful celebrations combining restaurant-level food, polished service, and a sense of ease on the day.

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In Home Dining

From elegant multi-course menus to relaxed shared feasts, in-home dining that delivers refined food, seamless service, and an experience designed to be enjoyed.

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Corporate

Corporate dining defined by consistency and professionalism—bringing restaurant-level food and seamless service to workplaces and business events.

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Your Questions, Answered

  • Yes. Clients are responsible for supplying all table settings including plates, cutlery and glassware. If needed, we can organise hire equipment through one of our trusted suppliers and include this as part of your booking.

  • Absolutely. We regularly cater for dietary needs such as gluten free, vegetarian, vegan and onion free. Suitable alternatives are prepared so all guests receive an equally enjoyable experience. Please let us know your requirements when enquiring so we can tailor the menu accordingly.

  • Our canapé menu is by far the most requested. It is ideal for cocktail style and standing events and requires very little setup. We supply serving platters, napkins and serviettes, allowing you to host an event at home or a venue with minimal coordination. This option is popular for both private celebrations and corporate functions.

  • We’re pleased to offer full beverage service through our trusted vendors with curated selections designed to complement your chosen menu. Professional bar staff can be arranged to serve wine, champagne and handcrafted cocktails, ensuring a seamless and polished experience for your guests.

    For clients who prefer to source their own alcohol, we’re also happy to provide tailored pairing recommendations and organize experienced staff to manage service on the day.

  • Corporate catering refers to services provided for businesses and professional events such as product launches, conferences, meetings, office catering and corporate functions. We primarily service clients in the Sydney CBD and North Sydney, with availability across the wider Sydney metropolitan area.

    Private catering is designed for personal events and celebrations, most commonly hosted in private homes or hired venues. This includes birthdays, weddings, cocktail parties, intimate dinners, roaming canapés and drop off catering.

    Event catering For milestone occasions and larger personal celebrations, we cater weddings, engagement parties, bridal and baby showers, anniversaries and other significant life events. These experiences are thoughtfully curated to reflect the tone of the occasion, with tailored menus and service designed to feel seamless and elevated.

  • From our first conversation, we take the time to understand your vision, your guests and the atmosphere you want to create. Every detail is considered carefully, from menu development to service style, ensuring the experience feels cohesive and intentional.

    Our approach is warm, collaborative and highly professional. We communicate clearly, plan meticulously and manage the logistics with precision, so the process feels simple and the event itself unfolds seamlessly.

    You can host with confidence, knowing everything behind the scenes is handled with care..

See what our clients are saying

  • From the seared scallops with avocado mousse and mango salsa to the 48 hour braised beef with Paris mash, every course felt deliberate and beautifully executed. The balance of flavor and presentation was exceptional. It was fine dining, but warm and personal. It exactly what we hoped for in our home.

    — Alexandra W, Mosman

  • Our guests are still talking about the chilli crab linguine and the beef tenderloin with white wine béarnaise. Patrick’s food is refined without being fussy. Bold flavours, seasonal produce, and perfectly cooked proteins. The entire evening felt seamless from start to finish.

    — Daniel R., Sydney

  • For our executive dinner, Patrick curated a menu featuring salmon tartare with grapefruit and gin vinaigrette and Jacks Creek beef with smoked mushroom jus. The food was sophisticated, beautifully plated, and reflective of the level of quality we expect for our clients.

    — Olivia T., Sydney CBD

  • The Black Angus tomahawk with chimichurri and the slow-cooked short ribs were absolute standouts. Even the sides like vermicelli crunch salad and charred broccolini with speck were elevated and full of flavour. Patrick brings serious culinary depth to every style of dining.

    — James H., Eastern Suburbs