Well, I got my start as a snot nosed little brat, running around the family businesses, the oldest of four siblings. We had restaurants, bars, antiques, sporting goods, and even a gun shop... we lived on the lake for about half the year, and "in town" the rest of the time. I learned my first skills in the restaurants and developed a work ethic, along with the chance to grow up outdoors hunting, fishing, camping, and the like.

 

The end of High School saw me off to the Marine Corps, as a Combat Engineer. Along the way, I found some time for college, and when I returned home it took me awhile to find my way. Shooting came naturally to me considering my upbringing and military background, and I discovered I enjoyed competition. I found a career in New York State Department of Corrections, eventually becoming the captain of the department shooting team, and a weapons instructor/trainer. I enjoyed a 16 year career as a full time competitor representing the department and several popular manufacturers, while continuing to work full time for DOCS. I earned Armorer certifications for most all common manufacturers, along with several hundred hours of apprenticeship in gunsmithing, and even designed the "Foley" grip manufactured by Hogue Grips in California. After calling it quits in full time competition, I came home to be with my family which was growing rapidly. My love of cooking returned when I discovered how much spare time I had when not dealing with gun tech on a daily basis. I started up the Adirondack Outdoor Cookery ( now a part of Adirondack Events Group ) in 2007. The business has been quite successful, and gained a loyal following in the north east region of New York.

 

We specialize in outdoor cooking and catering. Our product line is quite diverse and we like to think there is something here for everyone..... From whole hog roasting to our own custom rib recipes, smoked seafood, and vegetarian possibilities, to our own special recipes for roasted and smoked chicken. Our three unique sauces can be selected for use in any combination and have been lauded by some of the best food critics available..... our customers. So here I landed, a fourth generation Adirondack Chef. I create new ideas daily for the benefit of customers yet to come, and I retain the ideas, recipes, and products that got me here, for the benefit of the customers who inevitably return. These recipes may technically originate from my tastebuds, but they really come from my lifelong love affair with great foods. My background is quite diverse, as is my selection of first class recipes. My straight forward effort in preparing for your event is my guarantee to you that this will be the most enjoyable dining experience possible. I look forward to working some outdoor magic for you soon. Turns out you can get there from here…

 

Chef Tom Foley