Gather at Forks & Fêtes

Our private event and party venue in the quaint village of Goodison, Michigan

Private Dining Space

Forks & Fêtes

Forks & Fetes guarantees a stress-free, memorable event. Forks & Fetes' dedicated team will work with you to create a unique and customized experience for your special event.

A comfortably intimate dining venue large enough for your celebration, combined with Chef Deb’s exquisite cuisine, modern cocktails and eclectic wine, will surprise and please your guests. Our professional staff will simplify the planning process for you and eliminate your stress.

Celebrate baby or bridal showers, birthdays, anniversaries, and special events. Our perfectly executed breakfast meetings are a great start to the workday, and a customized dinner with no distractions will wow your most important clients and business leaders.

Forks & Fêtes Events Menu

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Event Planning Made Easy

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Initial Contact

Share the details of your soirée in our form below, and we’ll get our creative thoughts flowing as soon as we break from the kitchen (usually within 72 hours). Our Empress of Events and Guest Experiences will respond to get the ball rolling.

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Secure Your Date

Don’t let anyone steal your party date! Check our Forks & Fêtes availability calendar and add your event date to our form below. Our team will contact you to collect the $350 non-refundable room rental fee to secure your date.

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Live Planning Session

Working with our Empress of Events, you will chat on the phone, plan via email, or meet at Forks and Fetes to lay the vision for your special event. We will finalize the execution strategy, including the food, beverages, and ambiance, to create a memorable experience for your guests.

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4497 Collins Road Rochester, Mi 48306

Contact Our Empress of Events
248-494-3544

Dates displaying events are currently booked. Please refer to this availability calendar when choosing a date for your event.

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9 Cookin’ & Bookin’ Cookbook Club Cookin’ & Bookin’ Cookbook Club 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Cookin’ & Bookin’ Cookbook Club October Cookin’ & Bookin’ Cookbook Club October 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Friends- we started a Community Cookbook Club and are SO excited to break bread with you. Come to Forks and Fetes on October 9th for our 3rd Cookin & Bookin’ club meeting to connect, participate. and EAT!! Meeting fee is $20 and includes serve ware, plates/utensils, water, a refreshing mocktail, a server, and , ...
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12 OFF PREMISE-Library Centennial Gala- ALL STAFF OFF PREMISE-Library Centennial Gala- ALL STAFF 3:00 pm - 10:00 pm

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17 Italian Wine Night Dinner Italian Wine Night Dinner 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm Autumn Amore- a rustic Italian wine & dinner experience Autumn Amore- a rustic Italian wine & dinner experience 6:00 pm - 8:30 pm Join us for a rustic Italian dinner experience. Sean Mankowski, Division Manager of Palm Bay Fine Wines will lead us through a tasting of 5 paired wine selections, giving a taste of Italy’s rich culinary traditions. Each wine will be paired with a Italian inspired creation from Chef Deb. The event will begin wit , ...
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IDEA · VISION · PLAN

Plan Your Private Event

Complete the form below to start planning your unique gathering at Forks & Fêtes. Our team will contact you via email within 72 hours to confirm your date and collect the room rental fee.

THE SILVER SHAMROCKS CUISINE

Forks & Fêtes Sample Menu

Tickle your tastebuds with a preview of our guest favorites for breakfast meetings, showers and brunch, dinners and luncheons, and more. You can also download our menus here for current offerings and pricing.

Continental Breakfast

Breakfast pastry platter, yogurt bar, fruit, coffee, tea, & orange juice (M-F only)

Corned Beef Hash

Sy Ginsberg Corned Beef, red potatoes, onions, white cheddar, scallions

Hash Brown Skillet

“Scalloped” hash browns baked in a creamy boursin-chive sauce

Blueberry Lemon Ricotta French Toast

Fresh blueberries, lemon curd, ricotta, french bread

Caramelized Pear & Maple Bread Pudding

Pears, michigan maple syrup, and pecans

Yogurt or Chia Pudding Bar

House granola, fresh berries, honey

Egg Soufflé

Our favorite Crustless Quiche with Tomatoes, Leeks, and White Cheddar or Spinach and Feta

Ham & Jam w. Brie Mini Croissants

Shaved ham, raspberry jam, and melted brie wrapped in a croissant

Chicken Salad Mini Croissants

Pulled chicken, minced celery, lemon, fresh herbs wrapped in a croissant

Bagel Platter

Lox, Cream Cheese, Hard Boiled Eggs

Rainbow Fruit Platter

Beautiful display of fresh seasonal fruits

Pastry Platter or Donut Wall

Assorted brunch sweets or donuts on display

Harvest Arugula

Mixed greens with butternut squash, bacon, pecans, dried apples, cornbread croutons, cider vinaigrette

Loaded Maurice

Julienned smoked ham, roasted turkey, Swiss cheese, gherkins, olives, creamy onion-egg dressing

Spinach & Berries

Spinach with assorted berries, candied pecans, Chevre. Strawberry-white balsamic vinaigrette

Classic Caesar

Romaine with shaved Parmesan, fresh cracked pepper, garlicky herb croutons, lemony Dijon Caesar dressing

Italian Chopped

Chopped mixed greens, red cabbage, cucumber, tomatoes, sweety drops, olives, chickpeas, Parmesan, balsamic vinaigrette

4 Course Luncheon

Fresh fruit coupe or soup, salad, deep dish quiche, dessert, lemonade, citrus infused water. Plated & Served

Summer Parmesan Chicken

Parmesan breaded chicken w. summer veggies, baked cherry tomatoes, and basil over a bed of lemony orzo pasta

Mediterranean Chicken

Herb marinated and grilled chicken slices served with roasted veggies over lemony Israeli couscous

Tuscan Chicken (gf)

Sautéed Chicken, Asparagus, Red Pepper in a Tuscan Sauce over Smashed Redskin Potatoes

Wild Mushroom Marsala (v)

Trio of Mushrooms in creamy Marsala sauce served over Pappardelle Pasta

Savory Sliders

Beef & French Onion, Pulled Pork, Mini Meatball, Chicken, or Roasted Veggie

Gourmet Mac & Cheese

Spanakopita or Pulled Pork BBQ style

Tremendous Bloody Mary Bar

Ultimate Mimosa Bar

House White or Red Wine

Signature Cocktails

Coffee & Tea

Soda & Iced Tea

Orange Juice & Lemonade

Citrus Infused Water

Deb did a great job of working with our dietary restrictions and vision for the "realness" of the food, creating dishes that were pure and as locally sourced as possible.

Heather K.

We had a baby shower at Forks and Fetes! The food was absolutely delicious and made right next door by the owner Deb. I highly recommend.

J. W.

We really appreciated the personal service during planning. The food items were exceptional. Presentation was perfect. The servers were attentive and kept everything looking tidy on the serving tables.

R. A.

Thank you again for a beautiful venue and delicious food! We had a great time at the shower.

G. M.

The shower I hosted went very well. I think all the guests enjoyed the food and the venue. The service was good, too.

B. H.

YOUR QUESTIONS, ANSWERED

Private Events at Forks & Fêtes

Can we host an event in your space?

Yes! Our intimate event venue is located directly next to our production kitchen and seats up to 40 comfortably.

What do I need to book the room?

Check our calendar to make sure your date is available, schedule a call or meeting to discuss menu options, and pay the $350 room fee.

What is the room rental fee?

The room rental fee is $350. This is a non-refundable room fee. The non-refundable fee must be paid to reserve the facility on our calendar.

Is there a food and beverage minimum?

Yes, there is a $1200 food and beverage minimum in addition to the room fee.

How long is the room rental?

Room rental is 4.5 hours. This includes an hour of set-up and 30 minutes to take down. Morning and luncheon events must conclude by 3:30 pm to accommodate clean-up and set-up for evening events.

What is included when we rent the room?

Event planning services, linens (black or white), China, silverware, event set-up/tear-down, and access to sound system.

Can we bring in our own food, alcohol or desserts?

The Silver Shamrocks Cuisine is the exclusive caterer for the event space and holds a catering liquor license, so no outside food or alcohol may be brought in. We will provide servers and TIPS-licensed bartenders if needed. We offer exquisite options for desserts, but you are free to bring your own desserts in from a licensed bakery. If you bring a cake, our cutting fee is $1.25 per piece.

Do you have vendors for cakes, decorating, centerpieces, musicians?

YES! We have assembled a small but mighty group of woman-owned and LOCAL businesses that include florists, macaron makers, bakers, event planners, and even musicians to create a magical experience for you and your guests.

Can we order something that is not on the menu?

We love creating customized menus to help your event stand out. For a small fee Deb will work with you to create a memorable culinary experience for you and your guests.

Anything I am not allowed to do?

Yes, please no flame candles, nails in our walls, outside alcohol or food, and no smoking.