I’m Adam, founder of Tong Masters, and I’m hands-on with every event we cater. From the first conversation to the last plate served, I make sure everything runs smoothly, the food is exceptional, and every detail is looked after — so you can relax and enjoy your day.

My passion for food and hospitality started at the age of 18, when I began working as a restaurant waiter within a chain of four-star hotels. I quickly progressed through the ranks, and by 19 I was running weddings and events within the banqueting teams. That journey led me to the role of Events and Banqueting Manager at the prestigious Randolph Hotel in Oxford, where I delivered high-end weddings and celebrity events with large, professional teams.

I later worked as a front-of-house manager in a Michelin-starred restaurant, further sharpening my understanding of great food, great service, and how the two should work seamlessly together. But it was mobile and outdoor event catering where I really found my calling — combining quality food with atmosphere, theatre, and the buzz of live cooking.

Over the following years, I worked with a leading event catering company in Berkshire, managing everything from small, relaxed weddings to large-scale parties for up to 1,400 guests, supported by teams of over 100 staff. Alongside this, I qualified as a chef, giving me a strong foundation in the kitchen as well as on the floor. From menu design and sourcing top-quality ingredients to leading kitchen and service teams on the day, I bring a fully hands-on, end-to-end approach to every event.

Today, that passion lives on through Tong Masters. The business is built around modern BBQ done properly — bold flavours, high-quality produce, and a relaxed yet refined style of outdoor catering. My team and I can’t wait to fire up the grills and bring our energy, experience, and personal touch to make your event one to remember.

At Tong Masters, we believe exceptional events start with outstanding food and seamless service. We pride ourselves on delivering the highest service standards alongside food that is fresh, flavour-driven, and cooked with care.

We are committed to supporting small, local producers wherever possible, sourcing the best ingredients available with minimal  importing. Quality, traceability, and integrity sit at the heart of every menu we create.

We always use Irish meat — without exception. This allows us to guarantee the highest quality while supporting Irish farmers and food producers who share our values. We carefully select our suppliers to ensure they meet the same standards we set for ourselves.

Nothing we serve is processed or pre-prepared. All food is made fresh for your event by our skilled chefs. Certain items, such as artisan breads, are sourced from trusted local bakeries chosen for their consistency and quality. Sauces and condiments are selected from small Irish producers wherever possible, ensuring everything we serve aligns with our ethos of fresh, local, and thoughtfully sourced food. One caveat to this is that our menus are very culturally diverse. To maintain authenticity, and that unmistakable feel to certain menu items, we do use some sauces and accompaniments that are produced around the world. When sourcing these items we buy only from Irish based distributers, thereby doing our bit to support local businesses selling a taste of home.

At Tong Masters, our cooking is inspired by great BBQ cultures from around the world, brought together with a modern, relaxed approach to outdoor dining.

We take cues from American low-and-slow BBQ, where time, smoke, and patience create deep, rich flavour. From Argentina, we embrace a respect for quality ingredients and simple cooking over fire — letting great meat speak for itself. You’ll also find influence from South African braai culture, where fire cooking is as much about atmosphere and togetherness as it is about the food.

To add balance and excitement, we draw on global flavours too — from Korean-style marinades to bold spice rubs and fresh, vibrant accompaniments inspired by street food and international BBQ traditions.

The result is modern BBQ done properly: food cooked over fire, using quality ingredients, with big flavour and a relaxed, sociable feel — perfect for memorable outdoor events.

Alongside our classic modern BBQ menus, Tong Masters can create event menus inspired by some of the world’s most iconic BBQ cultures.

Whether you’re looking for American-style low-and-slow BBQ with smoked brisket and pulled pork, an Argentinian asado focused on premium cuts cooked simply over fire, a South African braai with bold, flame-grilled meats, or menus influenced by Korean and international BBQ flavours, we can tailor the experience to suit your event.

You can choose one clear style, mix influences across a menu, or blend global flavours into a more traditional modern BBQ offering. Every menu is designed with balance in mind — combining great meat, fresh sides, and vibrant flavours that work beautifully in an outdoor setting.

As with everything we do, all menus are built around high-quality, locally sourced ingredients and cooked fresh on the day by our experienced team. The result is food that feels exciting and memorable, while remaining relaxed, generous, and approachable.