all inclusive reception.

the experience

for couples already married or planning their own ceremony. The reception experience, fully handled, includes a reception planner

how it works

  • select the catering tier that best fits your gathering and level of service

  • submit an inquiry with your event details and preferred service style

  • schedule a tour of the venue

  • review available vendors

  • availability is confirmed and the selected tier is secured with a deposit

  • if your service includes a tasting, or if you are adding a tasting to your service, a $250 deposit is due to schedule your tasting (this payment will be applied to your balance, and is non-refundable if you choose not to proceed)

  • Chef Chanell prepares a curated tasting experience. Menu is refined and finalized together

  • 50% of the balance is due to secure your desired date.

  • catering is executed according to the selected tier, from setup through service and breakdown

catering styles offered for these packages include:

buffet style service - for couples who want a full-service buffet with elevated hospitality

  • curated buffet style menu

  • food displayed on chafers, platters, or serving vessels

  • prep day coordination

  • guest-friendly flow for mingling and movement

  • luxe buffet food display

plated style service - for couples who want a full-service plated dinner with elevated hospitality:

  • 2 or 3 course meal

  • food beautifully plated and served to your guests while seated

  • prep day coordination

  • guest-friendly flow for mingling and movement

passed bites + plated style service - a thoughtfully planned cocktail hour and dinner service

  • curated small bites/hors d’oeuvres

  • walking servers

  • prep day coordination

  • 2 or 3 course meal

  • guest-friendly flow for mingling and movement

service styles available:

  • buffet with servers
    staff available to maintain food on the buffet, assist guests, and manage flow

  • walking servers

    staff available to walk around and pass small bites while guests celebrate and mingle, most popularly offered during cocktail hour

  • table-side
    staff available to service guests while enjoying their dinner; including water or wine service

venue - reimagine this charming vintage loft to your dream wedding expression. located in Chicago’s West Town. venue available from 12p-11p

  • up to 120 guests

  • venue for 11 hours

  • reception

  • bridal suite

  • rehearsal coordination

  • tables, chairs, linen

  • wooden sweetheart table

  • wooden cake table

  • bar

all-inclusive reception connects all the dots so you don’t have to. browse our vendor directory and choose your favorites.

  • reception planner

  • dj or live music

  • photographer/videographer

  • florals/candles

  • makeup (bride only)

  • robe (bride only)

  • cake

  • charger plates

pricing

starting at $40,000

important details

  • the packages are flat-rate only and will not be adjusted per-person.

  • taxes will be included to your final balance

  • a processing fill will be applied to all invoices making payments via debit and/or credit cards

  • all catering services require assistance to ensure quality, timing, and care. staffing is determined based on guest count and menu complexity and is built into the experience

  • a non-refundable deposit is required to secure your date. the remaining balance is due prior to service

  • an elevated buffet experience with on-site staff to keep the flow effortless. your guests arrive to a beautiful spread

    buffet with servers experience

    includes:

    • chef-curated buffet menu

    • homemade lemonade

    • spring water

    • late night coffee + tea

    • delivery & setup

    • menu cards

    • premium disposable plating cutlery, cups, and linen-feel napkins

    • place tabletop setting (plates, cutlery, and napkins)

    • warming tool kits and serving vessels

    • serving utensils

    • one complimentary menu consultation call

    • buffet cleanup + breakdown

    • table bussing

    • trash removal

    • post event clean-up crew

    • 5 hours open bar

    • 2 bartenders

    • chef sourced wine (red, white, sparkling) and beer

    • spirts + mixers

    • champagne only bar available

    • cocktail napkins

    • straws

    • garnish

    up to 100 guests - $40,000

    up to 120 guests - $41,500

    add-on available

    tasting experience available - $250

  • an elevated buffet experience with on-site staff to keep the flow effortless. cocktail hour is handled with passed bites; while guests mingle, you celebrate

    includes:

    • cocktail hour featuring passed hors d’oeuvres

    • cocktail napkins

    • chef-curated buffet menu

    • homemade lemonade

    • spring water

    • late night coffee + tea

    • delivery & setup

    • buffet servers

    • menu cards

    • premium disposable plating cutlery, cups, and linen-feel napkins

    • place tabletop setting (plates, cutlery, and napkins)

    • warming tool kits and serving vessels

    • serving utensils

    • one complimentary menu consultation call

    • one complimentary tasting experience included

    • buffet cleanup + breakdown

    • table bussing

    • trash removal

    • post event clean-up crew

    • 5 hours open bar

    • chef sourced wine (red, white, sparkling) and beer

    • spirits + mixers

    • champagne only bar available

    • straws

    • garnish

    up to 100 guests - $41,500

    up to 120 guests - $42,500

  • an expression of Chef Chanell’s craft. a full-service buffet experience with on-site staff to keep the flow effortless. cocktail hour is handled with passed bites; while guests mingle, you celebrate

    includes:

    • chef-curated buffet menu

    • homemade lemonade

    • spring water

    • late night coffee + tea

    • delivery & setup

    • buffet servers

    • cocktail hour passed bites

    • cocktail napkins

    • menu cards

    • real dinnerware, cutlery, glassware, and linen napkins

    • place tabletop setting (plates, flatware, glassware, and napkins)

    • warming tool kits and serving vessels

    • serving utensils

    • one complimentary menu consultation call

    • one complimentary tasting experience included

    • buffet cleanup + breakdown

    • table bussing

    • trash removal

    • 5 hours open bar

    • chef sourced wine (red, white, sparkling) and beer

    • spirits + mixers

    • champagne only bar available

    • cocktail napkins

    • straws

    • garnish

    up to 100 guests - $44,500

    up to 120 guests - $45,500

  • a full-service reception experience with on-site staff to keep the flow effortless. cocktail hour is handled with passed bites; while guests mingle, you celebrate. guests join one another at the dinner table for a plated meal with water service.

    passed small bites + plated dinner experience

    includes:

    • cocktail hour featuring passed hors d’oeuvres

    • cocktail napkins

    • three-course plated dinner service (salad + main course)

    • continuous still water service throughout dinner

    • homemade lemonade

    • late night coffee + tea

    • real dinnerware, cutlery, glassware, and linen napkins

    • place tabletop setting (plates, flatware, glassware, and napkins)

    • wait staff

    • delivery & setup

    • cocktail hour passed bites

    • cocktail napkins

    • warming tool kits and serving vessels

    • serving utensils

    • one complimentary menu consultation call

    • one complimentary tasting experience included

    • buffet cleanup + breakdown

    • table bussing

    • trash removal

    • 5 hours open bar

    • champagne only bar

    • passed champagne

    • table-side champagne service

    up to 100 guests - $51,500

    up to 120 guests - $52,500

  • for couples who envision a traditional cocktail hour followed by an elegant plated dinner

    • cocktail hour featuring passed hors d’oeuvres

    • cocktail napkins

    • our signature the love language bite*

    • three-course plated dinner service (salad + main course)

    • artisan bread service + accompaniments

    • continuous still water service throughout dinner

    • late night coffee + tea service

    • real dinnerware, flatware, glassware, and linen napkins

    • place tabletop setting (plates, flatware, glassware, napkins)

    • wait staff

    • table bussing

    • trash removal

    *as part of your planning experience, chef chanell will work with you to create one signature bite inspired by your relationship, a favorite vacation, your first date, a family recipe, or a shared memory. this one-of-a-kind bite is allowing every guest to experience a meaningful bite of your love story

    up to 100 guests - $52,500

    up to 150 guests - $53,500

  • for couples who envision a warm communal dining experience. choose a grazing table for cocktail hour or one family-style appetizer served during plated dinner service

    • grazing table served during cocktail hour, or family style appetizer served during dinner

    • cocktail napkins

    • our signature chef’s transition

    • two-course plated dinner service (salad + main course)

    • artisan bread service + accompaniments

    • continuous still water service throughout dinner

    • real dinnerware, flatware, glassware, and linen napkins

    • place tabletop setting (plates, flatware, glassware, and napkins)

    • staffing

    • table bussing

    • trash removal

    *as cocktail hour comes to a close, guests will enjoy a complimentary seasonal palate cleanser thoughtfully created to transition the palate before dinner service begins. presented just before guests are invited to their tables, this signature moment creates a memorable bridge between celebration and dining

    up to 100 guests - $53,500

    up to 150 guests - $54,000

  • for couples who envision a traditional cocktail hour followed by a beautifully plated dinner

    • cocktail hour featuring passed hors d’oeuvres

    • cocktail napkins

    • our signature the love language bite*

    • two-course plated dinner service (salad + main course)

    • continuous still water service throughout dinner

    • premium disposable plating cutlery, cups, and linen-feel napkins

    • place tabletop setting (plates, cutlery, cups, and napkins)

    • wait staff

    • table bussing

    • trash removal

    *as part of your planning experience, chef chanell will work with you to create one signature bite inspired by your relationship, a favorite vacation, your first date, a family recipe, or a shared memory. this one-of-a-kind bite is allowing every guest to experience a meaningful bite of your love story

    up to 100 guests - $54,500

    up to 150 guests - $55,500

curated menus
begin your wedding experience

  • yes. travel is available for an additional fee depending on location and distance. details will be confirmed prior to booking.

  • I’m based in LA/Chicago. I offer services in local areas and worldwide.

    requests outside the standard service area are reviewed based on availability.

  • grocery costs vary by service and are discussed in advance.

  • yes, when noted during booking or inquiry.

  • yes. a deposit is required to secure your date.

  • collaborative, honest, and straightforward.

Frequently Asked Questions