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Vendors We Love

We have hosted countless ceremonies, receptions and celebrations! And we can’t wait to be the space that brings your event vision to life. Below are some of our favorite local vendors!

Required Caterers

 Please note we have an exclusive caterer list that you must choose from for your event food needs.
Click here to view the list of caterers.

Required Rentals

Required to Rent: Linens & Tableware

Since our grounds are such a unique setting with countless built-in decor facets, you can keep your decor investments as minimal as you'd like! Linens play a principle role in your event's look and feel, and we love colors that complement the natural browns, jet blacks, and purple-hued grey walls of our space.  

Vendors: The Cookery works with American Party Rentals in Durham, who offers countless color, style and texture options.  If you prefer, you are more than welcome to rent linens and tableware from any other trusted linen rental company.

If you are planning on having dancing at your event, you will need to install a dance floor!

American Party Rentals has dance floors that fit beautifully in our space, and protect guests from our polished concrete floors. Dance floors are available for rent in 3’ x 3’ and 4' x 4' squares so the size can easily be altered depending on your dancing needs.

Recommended Vendors

Florists

Below we have highlighted several of our preferred florists that will ensure your event has those final decor touches. Please contact them directly to check their availability and they will assist you in creating a quote for your occasion.

Bea Morad | Bowerbird Flowers | Fireside Farms | Floral Dimensions | Meristem Floral | Petal & Oak | Pine State Flowers | Onieé's Engagements | Tre Bella

Specialty Rentals

Whether you’re hosting a conference, a team building exercise, or an awesome party, these specialty rental companies can provide all kinds of rentals, from vintage & unique to modern & sleek furniture and decor.  These specialty rentals can take your corporate event to the next level and transform our space into an unforgettable experience for your guests.

Greenhouse Picker Sisters  |  Themeworks  |  Paisley & Jade

Capture the story of your event and get the most out of your photography by having it specifically represent your company’s style and brand. Ensure you’re working with a photographer that can capture imagery that represents your company’s culture.

Music & Sound

A DJ or band will pace your event and initiate transitions such as when it is time to eat, a program, maybe toasts, or if it’s time to dance, and can adjust the energy level and atmosphere based on the event's needs in real time.  A DJ would be a huge benefit for panel style presentations as well so that they can coordinate multiple microphones at once for all speakers.

For Bands: · A stage is not required. There are 3 independent 20watt amps in the Front Room. If more power is needed, the band must bring their own extension cords and gaff tape (duct tape, painters' tape, etc. are NOT allowed). We do not have a dressing room for the band. Band vehicles must park their vehicle in the back of the Duke Center for Child and Family Health parking lot. The Cookery is not responsible for the needs in the bands rider. Please contact The Cookery with any questions!

A/V

Please contact The Cookery for questions about your AV needs!

If a professional transportation company is out of your budget, no worries as The Cookery is only a short Uber ride away from our preferred hotels! Attendees could book their own rides through the Uber app or take advantage of their Voucher Feature could be a great fit for you and your guests. Lyft has a similar feature called Lyft Pass for organizations as well!

For Full Ground rentals on Friday evenings, Saturdays, and Sundays, valet is included in your rental!  Valet is not an option for Monday - Friday rentals before 6pm. If you would like to inquire about adding valet services for an evening weekday event, please contact your event lead via your HoneyBook Project portal.

A huge benefit of hosting your event at The Cookery is how accessible we are to downtown.  We are just outside of downtown, so you do not hear the hustle and bustle of our city, but we’re close enough to many hotel options and post-event activities.  The following hotels do not offer shuttle services, however group room rates are available!  Please call them directly to set up a room block.

Banner photo by Angela Zion Photography