Black Plate Culinary

05/05/2026

Don’t miss out on an elevated dining and hors d’oeuvre. We are booking fast

05/05/2026

Elevated events.
Chef Driven.
Taste the experience.
Private dining, redefined.
This is what it looks like when every detail is intentional.
When the food, the timing and the energy all move together. Not just a meal but a moment in real time.
This is the Black Plate experience.

04/29/2026

Some days it’s perfect plates.
Some days it’s chaos in the kitchen and you’re still trying to make it work. Through it all, you keep going. Stay inspired.
Not just by the food, but by why you started cooking in the first place. Never stop cooking.
Even when it’s hard. Even when it’s messy. Even when nobody’s watching. Because every dish is a chance to get better.
Every service is a chance to grow and every time you step back into that kitchen you’re building something bigger than a plate.

04/28/2026

Dates are filling up.

If you’re planning something intimate, intentional, and elevated—we’d love to be part of it.

Private dinners. Celebrations. Curated experiences.

Inquiries open.

04/25/2026

A table full of love, gratitude, and second chances.

Tonight we celebrated 10 incredible years since Denise’s lung transplant. A decade of strength, resilience, and life that continues to inspire all of us. Every dish on this spread represents the people who stood by her, the moments she fought through, and the joy she continues to bring into our lives.

Here’s to Denise! To breath, to courage, and to many more years worth celebrating. ✨

04/24/2026

We’re honored to welcome another client into the Black Plate experience.
This one is all about love.

A bridal shower designed with softness, romance, and intention—an afternoon to celebrate what’s ahead, surrounded by beauty, laughter, and thoughtful detail.

For this gathering, our team curated a balanced spread of elegant savory bites and delicate sweets:

“Garden” — Mini Chicken Salad Croissant Bites
“Coastal” — Smoked Salmon Rillettes on Brioche Toast
“Fresh” — Caprese Skewers
“Sweet & Salt” — Prosciutto-Wrapped Melon
“Citrus” — Lemon Orzo Salad Cups

At the center, a signature grazing display—romantic, abundant, and styled in true Black Plate fashion:
cured meats, brie & aged cheddar, fresh and dried fruits, marcona almonds, artisan crackers, and sliced baguette.

Finished with a soft, elegant selection of desserts:

“Blush” — French Macarons
“Silk” — Mini Crème Brûlée Cups
“Classic” — Chocolate-Dipped Strawberries
“Light” — Fresh Fruit

Every detail, every bite, designed to celebrate the moment.

This is what we do. More than food, we create moments that stay with you.

04/23/2026

We’re honored to welcome another client into the Black Plate experience.
This one leans into celebration.

An intimate birthday gathering, layered with indulgence, elegance, and a touch of Parisian influence. A night designed to feel effortless, yet unforgettable.

For this celebration, our team curated a collection of refined hors d’oeuvres and desserts:

“Paris” — Gougères (Cheese Puffs)
“Indulgence” — Steak Tartare on Crostini
“Classic” — Escargots en Croûte
“Coastal” — Salmon Rillettes on Toasted Brioche

Finished with a delicate trio of sweets:

“Velvet” — Mini Crème Brûlée
“Elegance” — Classic Parisian Macarons
“Surprise” — A sweet gift from our kitchen

Every detail, every bite, designed to celebrate the moment.

This is what we do. More than food, we create moments that stay with you.

04/21/2026

Dates are filling up.

If you’re planning something intimate, intentional, and elevated, we’d love to be part of it.

Private dinners. Celebrations. Curated experiences.

Inquiries open.

04/17/2026

And that’s the part people don’t always see.

The late nights.
The new ideas that might not land.
The pressure of putting something on a plate and hoping it hits.

But that’s where the magic is.

No risk means no growth.
No growth means you’re just going through the motions.

At Black Plate, we lean into that.
We trust the process, take the chances, and put it all on the plate every time.

Because the best meals?
They come from stepping outside what’s safe.

04/17/2026

We’re honored to welcome another client into the Black Plate experience.
This one carries a softer kind of intention.

An afternoon built around stillness, conversation, and the quiet luxury of a proper high tea. A moment to slow down, sip, and simply be present.

For this gathering, our team curated a refined spread of elevated tea fare:

“Garden” — Cucumber Tea Sandwiches
“Harvest” — Vegetarian Tuna Salad
“Tradition” — Lox & Bagels
“Warmth” — Mini Squash & Sweet Potato Bundt Cakes

Accompanied by fresh-baked scones with toasted bread chips and a trio of house-selected preserves: blueberry jam, blackberry jam, and orange marmalade.

Every detail, every bite, designed with intention.

This is what we do. More than food, we create moments that stay with you.

04/16/2026

They take tradition and bring it home.

Real Mexican Food! The most authentic burritos and tacos from Evanston's favorite at 1805 Howard. We deliver or visit our restaurant, with ample seating including an inviting patio in warmer months.