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 - a thoughtfully arranged presentation allowing guests to enjoy a variety of offerings at their own pace.

• 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

• suitable for dinner events

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

• curated small bites/hors d’oeuvres

• walking servers

• prep day coordination

• 3 course meal

• guest-friendly flow for mingling and movement

• suitable for dinner events

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

• reception

• bridal suite

• rehearsal coordination

• tables, chairs, linen

• wooden sweetheart table

• wooden cake table

• bar

• trash

• post event clean up crew

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

service styles available:

• self-serve buffet
  food set up and ready for guests to serve themselves, staff available to maintain food on the buffet

• 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.

pricing

starting at $35,000

important details

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

• taxes will be included to your final balance

• 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