Brix Catering and Events

Brix Catering and Events is a boutique catering and events company based in Chicago, Illinois. The team combines the skills of a classically trained chef, sommelier, and event planner to design and execute events from start to finish.

The company focuses on thoughtful menus, wine pairings, and detailed event coordination rather than one-size-fits-all packages.

Types of events

Brix Catering and Events can support a range of event types, including:

• Weddings
• Corporate events and meetings
• Office lunches
• Social events and private parties
• Chef demonstrations
• Special dinners with elegantly coursed meals

Services offered

Depending on the event, Brix can provide:

• Traditional full-service catering
• Elegantly coursed plated meals
• Passed and plated appetizers
• Buffet-style service where appropriate to the menu
• Custom wine pairings designed by a sommelier
• Custom beverage packages (including bar planning and service)
• Chef demonstrations or chef-attended stations
• Full-scale event coordination and planning support

Menus are customized for each event. Pricing is provided by quote only and is not listed on the website.

Private event space

Brix Catering and Events also offers a private event space in Chicago that is suitable for events of up to approximately 100 guests, depending on layout and style of service.

For current capacity options, layout possibilities, and minimums, guests should contact Brix directly.

Service area

The business is based at 2036 West Roscoe Street, Chicago, IL 60618, and primarily serves Chicago and the surrounding area. Exact service area, travel fees, and any venue-specific requirements are confirmed case by case during the planning process.

For general inquiries or to start planning an event, customers can email or use the contact form on the website.

Reachable hours

These are the stated hours when the Brix Catering and Events team is typically reachable for inquiries and planning:

• Monday–Thursday: 9:00am – 4:00pm
• Friday–Saturday: By appointment

Sunday availability and after-hours communication are arranged case by case during the planning process.

Holiday closures

On the website, Brix lists the following holidays as closed:

• Easter
• Memorial Day
• Fourth of July
• Labor Day
• Thanksgiving Day
• Christmas Eve
• Christmas Day

Exact dates vary by year based on the calendar. Holiday availability for catering or special menus should be confirmed directly with Brix when inquiring.

Service area

Brix Catering and Events is described as a Chicago catering and events company and is based in the Roscoe Village area of Chicago.

The primary service area is Chicago and nearby surrounding areas. Any travel fees, venue requirements, or distance limitations are confirmed directly with the client during the inquiry and booking process.

Daily office lunch catering

Brix offers rotating weekly menus designed for recurring office lunches in Chicago.

• Rotating weekly menus: Chef-designed menus that change weekly.
• Menu structure: A typical weekly menu includes a mix of proteins, vegetables, starches, and salads across the week.
• Example components:
• Grilled meats and poultry (such as pork cutlets, roasted chicken, steak, salmon)
• Seafood selections on some days
• Vegetarian options like stuffed zucchini, fritters, or quinoa cakes
• Seasonal roasted vegetables and composed salads
• Build-your-own options such as:
• Build-your-own taco bars
• Build-your-own bowls (grain or rice based)
• Build-your-own pita, noodle, or rice bars

These examples are illustrative of the style and variety offered and do not represent a fixed, unchanging menu. For the current week's office lunch menu and pricing, clients should contact Brix directly.

After Hours appetizers and party-style menus

For evening events and receptions, Brix offers an extensive selection of appetizers, platters, and themed stations.

Appetizers by the dozen

Selections include both carnivore and herbivore options, such as:

• Meaty bites like arancini, Argentinian empanadas, bacon-wrapped dates, beef Wellington bites, crab fritters, lamb lollipops, nashville hot shrimp, beef tartare, and more.
• Seafood-focused items such as lobster tartines, salmon poke, oyster shooters, and seared scallop tartlets.
• Vegetarian-focused bites like artichoke fritters, stuffed mushrooms, roasted beets with goat cheese, grilled cheese bites, and other seasonal vegetable-based canapés.

Exact items and availability vary; menus are customized for each event.

Appetizer platters

Platters are typically sized to serve around 25 guests and can include:

• Mini sandwiches
• Flatbreads
• Bruschetta assortments
• Dip and crostini assortments
• Cheese and charcuterie boards
• Crudité with seasonal dips
• Themed platters such as French picnic, Middle Eastern-inspired platters, smoked fish boards, sausage platters, and more.

Stations

For larger or more interactive events, Brix can set up themed stations such as:

• Chicago-style station (mini Chicago-style hot dogs, Italian beef, sliders, etc.)
• Steakhouse-inspired station
• Mac and cheese station with different styles and toppings
• Late-night Asian-inspired station
• Wing station with assorted sauces and rubs
• Egg roll-inspired station
• Seafood station (oysters, shrimp, crab, lobster; staffing required)

Specific options and station combinations are planned with each client.

Breakfast and brunch-style catering

Brix also offers breakfast and brunch-friendly menus, which are often used for morning corporate events, weekend gatherings, or wedding-related events.

Options include:

• Classic breakfast packages: Scrambled eggs, bacon, sausage, breakfast potatoes, mixed fruit, and accompaniments, offered as packages or à la carte in pans for different group sizes.
• Breakfast burritos and sandwiches: A range of combinations featuring eggs with ingredients such as ham, pulled pork, bacon, cheese, vegetables, and sauces, plus options on biscuits, pretzel rolls, and more.
• Egg frittatas: Multiple flavor combinations (for example, sausage and kale, potato and spinach, zucchini and chorizo) available in pans sized for groups.
• Breakfast tartines: Open-faced options such as avocado toast variations, smoked salmon tartines, and heartier meat-focused tartines.
• Drop biscuits and pastries: Assorted flavored drop biscuits and other breakfast favorites like biscuits and gravy, bagels with spreads, avocado toast platters, parfaits, fruit cups, and overnight oats.
• Breakfast bars:
• Breakfast protein bowls with chosen bases, proteins, and toppings
• Omelette bar with selected proteins, vegetables, and cheeses
• Breakfast taco bar with tortillas, eggs, toppings, and sauces

Beverages and morning cocktail bars

• Coffee and tea service, with options for regular, decaf, and a variety of teas and milks.
• Juices and infused waters.
• Optional cocktail bars for appropriate events, such as:
• Mimosa bar with juices and sparkling wine
• Bloody Mary bar with garnishes and mixers

Availability of specific items and bar options depends on the event details and current offerings.

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