venue overview
Dedicated to engaging the community, Bronzeville Winery is an important black and female-owned restaurant and event space featuring programming that is representative of the diverse voices of Chicago. Our curated events celebrate local culture through storytelling and immersion in local makers, artists, farms, foods, and team members in a way that that the world has never seen
The space is available for private events such as corporate events, community talks, weddings and celebrations for up to 200 guests every day of the week Virtual tastings and events are also offered every day of the week
Both reflecting and enhancing the rich heritage of the neighborhood we call home, Bronzeville Winery provides an experience that amplifies black and brown makers and farmers from Chicago's Southside and beyond Food offerings range from passed appetizers and chef-attended action stations to plated prefixe and family-style dinners
Beverage service is as imaginative as our clients with bar offerings such as local small batch, beer & wine, cash bar, and specialty curated cocktails
Audio Visual and musical needs can also be met with various offerings and local partners
Guest Parking options are available ranging from valet to private lots
Bronzeville Winery’s events planning team work closely with client and/or planner to design and produce an unmatched multisensory dining experience Our team will also work closely with all vendors to ensure that all aspects are cohesive and well-executed
Client will be supported through the entire planning process from an organizational and marketing process when requested to ensure guest satisfaction before, during, and post-event
Special requests and over-the-top moments are where we shine! From scotch-dipped cigars to 10 ft LED presentation screens, our network in Chicago runs deep, and we can seal the deal for any special moments Our resident Chicago Urban historian, Dilla and Sommelier are also incredible additions to any party !
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BUDGETARY TOUCHPOINTS
Offerings as they Influence Range of Event Cost
VENUE RENTAL
Venue rental includes 2-3 planning calls, 1 walkthrough and 1 menu planning meeting with our culinary team leading up to the event
The rental fee includes staffing and existing china, glass, silver, linen, and general house sound for announcements
Venue buyout rental fees range from $2,500 to $10,000 depending upon the date setup needs and the use of space
The minimum per person cost for groups over 6 during business hours is $100 per person
FOOD
Food offerings feature locally sourced and whole foods served by skilled service staff trained to handle large events and expedite large orders while accommodating every guest's dietary restriction Food Packages are priced with a 2-hour service period with additional 1-hour increments available
Passed Appetizers | $20 per person - $150 per person
Chef's Action Stations | $30 per person - $150 per person
Family Style Dinner | $75 per person - $250 per person
Plated Prefixe Dinner | $150 per person - $350 per person
BEVERAGE
Bar offerings vary from custom drink tickets to a full open bar Bronzeville Winery's mixologist and bar offer a range of menu options and can design signature and seasonal cocktails and inspired mocktails Our menu is 75% minority or female-owned by incredible brewers, winemakers, and local and international distillers Bar Packages are priced with a 2-hour minimum package with additional 1-hour increments available
Open Beer & Wine Bar | $55 per person - $200 per person
Open Full Bar | $75 per person - $300 per person
Cash Bar | $3,000 minimum
EXTRAS
Audio Additions | $250 - $1,500
Visual Additions | $450 - $2,000
Parking & Valet | 1,000 - $3,000
Security Additions | $350 - $2,500
Digital Design Additions | $500 - $1,500
Scotch & Cigar Lounge | $2,000 - $4,500
Sommelier Tasting | $1,200 ++
MAYORLORI LIGHTFOOT RIBBONCUTTING
CHRISCURSE VIPHOST
ERICWILLIAMS OWNER
CECILIACUFF OWNER
BROZEVILLE WINERY OFF PREMISE -DC
CALVINTAYLOR DIRECTOROF STRATEGIC PARTNERSHIPS
MANAGER
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A Dining Experience That Builds Community
Since opening, Bronzeville Winery’s mission has always been about so much more than just an incredible food and beverage experience; it has been about using our space to rebuild our South Side community. Every single dollar spent at Bronzeville Winery supports: jobs created with upward mobility & local, urban farms and artists whom we champion amplification of minority and female artists, winemakers, distillers, and brewers our emerging hospitality leaders program that trains hopefuls to become chefs, managers & business owners positive visibility for our incredibly resilient community of Bronzeville
We have created a beautifully curated space for a wildly diverse group of visitors to dine together inspired by art and music and as a result, Bronzeville Winery has gained international notoriety for setting the new standard of what it means to use hospitality business as a force for good!
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menu overview
Taking inspiration from the space, The Bronzeville Winery menu aims to encompass the warmth, richness, and the brilliant flavors of our diverse community by pairing the perfect balance of ingenuity and homage to heritage The menu reintroduces iconic comfort dishes dedicated to whole body nourishment and nostalgic sensory experiences using all avenues of locally produced foods as well in house grown microgreens and other produce The budding culinary team is encouraged to explore and push boundaries on a daily basis presenting plates that are sophisticated and filled with emotion to offer a truly approachable yet unforgettable experience for guests From hearty one pot recipes packed with root vegetables and homestyle spices to unique international hybrid dishes representative of the makeup of Chicago, Bronzeville Winery will offer something for everyone Event offerings are a chance to take inspiration from each client that arrives to create truly unique menu for each event. Bronzeville Winery takes special care to curate each menu to the client accommodating all dietary restrictions, preferences and especially themed inspirations.
beverage
Bronzeville Winery offers a range of menu options from curated signature and seasonal cocktails to inspired mocktails featuring minority brewers, winemakers and distillers All bar packages are priced with a 2 hour minimum package with additional 1 hour increments available.
The Bronzeville Winery wine list is created with a nod to tradition and the freedom of innovation. The wine list strongly represents boutique producers from all over the World, hard-to-get cult wines and also some little-known African American owned gems.
Locally canned beer favorites are available for any palette. With a seasonally rotating list, beer enthusiasts will have the opportunity to experience local, craft and imported beer of all types.
While wine and food are the star for Bronzeville Winery, it is the spirits in the glass that make the bar counter the destination for cocktail enthusiasts. With the combination of intention and strict tradition, bartenders infuse local ingredients, such as honeycomb, herbs and tinctures from local purveyors with an arsenal of apothecary secrets. Each cocktail is served with impeccably placed garnish in artful and bespoke glassware.
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Beer & Wine Package
Curated Selection of local, craft, domestic and or imported beers
Sommelier's choice of red, white and sparkling wine
Non alcoholic beverages included
Non alcoholic wine and beer available upon request
2 Hour Package | $55 per person
3 Hour Package | $65 per person
4 Hour Package | $75 per person
Bronzeville Full Bar Package
Full House Selected Open Bar Featuring Curated Selection of Spirits
Local, craft, domestic and or imported beers
Sommelier's choice of red, white and sparkling wine
Non alcoholic beverages included
Non alcoholic wine and beer available upon request
Red, White & Sparkling Wine and Beer.
2 Hour Package | $75 per person
3 Hour Package | $100 per person
4 Hour Package | $110 per person
Premium Full Bar Package
Full Premium Open Bar Featuring Curated Selection of Spirits
Local, craft, domestic and or imported beers
Sommelier's choice of red, white and sparkling wine
Non alcoholic beverages included
Non alcoholic wine and beer available upon request
Red, White & Sparkling Wine and Beer.
2 Hour Package | $150 per person
3 Hour Package | $200 per person
4 Hour Package | $225 per person
beverage package upgrades
Sommelier Tasting
Interactive Tasting Station with Sommelier on Hand to Guide Guests Through Selected Wines starts at $150 per guest
***minimum 10 guests
Sommelier Food or Art & Wine Pairing
Interactive Tasting Station with Food with Sommelier on Hand to Tour Guests Through Selected Wines Paired with Food and or Art or Sip & Paint experiences
$200 per guest
***minimum 10 guests
Scotch & Cigar Pairing
Selection of Hand Rolled Cigars Rolled to Tasted and Paired / Dipped in Rare Scotch, Cognac & and Barrel Aged Rum
$2,500 / 3 hours
***available in summer only
Specialty Curated Cocktail
Specialty Curated Add on Cocktails for Attendees with Accompanying Menu Card
$9 - $15 per guest
Branded Ice Cubes
Branded Logo'd Large Format Ice Cubes Serviced in Rocks Glass Cocktails
$10 per guest
Logo Bar Napkins
Branded Logo'd Napkins Served with Cocktails
$250 for 500 napkins must have 15 days notice
food
Bronzeville Winery takes its food inspiration from our guests. With diverse offerings to appease any palette, we challenge the main components of our dishes to show up as their most stylish selves! We believe that food at events should evoke conversation, happiness and of course be accompanied by perfectly paired wines. While our menu offerings are vast, our culinary team is always happy to accommodate any special requests such as favorite foods, dietary restrictions or theme based concepts. We source locally whenever possible and prioritize minority and female owned makers. With dining styles ranging from interactive family style dinners to chef's action stations and passed appetizers, we aim to find a menu that fits your vision and leaves your guests wanting more.
stationarystarters
Stationary starters are meant to be a complement to any event.
Without taking away from the focus, stationary starters are a decadent edible display perfect for any occasion. Chef recommends the edible displays for parties between 20 and 50 for more intimate occasions.
Packages are based on 2 hours of food service.
Market Charcuterie
Chef's selection of imported, aged and cured meats served with fresh baked bread and perfect accompaniments
$30 per person
Cheesemonger
Selection of local, important and exotic cheeses served with local honey, fresh baked break, lavosh and accompaniments
$25 per person
Grazing Duo
Combination of Cheesemonger & Charcuterie displays
$40 per person
Seasonal Crudité
Seasonal vegetables chosen from local farmers and markets whenever possible. Served with accompanying dips.
$20 per person
Pinchos Board
Selection of assorted skewers and complimentary sauces friendly for vegans, pescatarians and meat lovers alike.
$25 per person
chef'sattendedstations
Chef's action stations are meant to be interactive and fun for guests In lieu of buffets, we opt for experiences that offer a customizable touch accompanied with items that complement the main dish! Packages are based on 2 hours of food service.
Macaroni & Cheese
A Macaroni & cheese experience with lavish toppings ranging from lobster, truffle, green chile and more
$35 per person | $35 per person with lobster
Pasta
Interactive pasta station allowing guests to create custom combinations guided by the expert hands of a chef leading them through the build of their perfect plate
$20 per person
Salad
A vast selection of greens, grains, toppings and more allowing guests to toss a custom salad hands free.
$15 per person
Sliders
Allow guests to build their own mini burgers with toppings and combinations of seasoned fries
$22 per person
CBD, Cannabis & Other Infused Ayuverdic Experiences
CBD and food can be healing, relaxing and also just plain delicious. Allow guests to interact on a personal level with a bar full of foods paired with different strains of CBD, tinctures, herbs and spices whole learning about their healing qualities. Packages Start at $60 per person
family style dinners
Family Style Dinners are intentionally reminiscent of times spent around the table with meaningful gazes and unforgotten smiles Chef recommends family style dinners for groups of any size looking to create bonds, break barriers, create community and share moments around beautifully curated food dishes. Each family style meal is made custom for groups based on seasonality, local vendors and availability of product
Start
1 Passed Appetizer Upon Arrival
Chef Selected Amuse Bouche
Salad
Choice of Seasonal Salad
Main (each accompanied by starch and vegetable)
1 Vegetarian Entrée
1 Beef, Chicken or Fish Entrée $75
2 Beef, Chicken or Fish Entrées $95
3 Beef, Chicken or Fish Entrées $105
Dessert
1 Lighter Fare Dessert
1 Decadent Dessert
Allmealsincludecomplimentarynonalcoholicbeverageservice. Coffeeandteaofferingsuponrequest WinepairingscreatedbyBronzevilleWinerysommelierareavailableasanenhancementuponrequestforatthe followingprice|$55perperson,$70perperson,$100perperson.
AV
speaker and microphone $150
projector and screen | $500
65" tv display monitor | $500
floor-to-ceiling LED screen | $1500
sound or AV tech on site for event | $150 per hour
additional lapel microphone $100
additional handheld microphone $100 stage | 4' W by 8'L 12"H stage | $500
VALET
1-30 guests | $600 / 3 hours
30-60 guests | $700 / 3 hours
60-100 guests | $850 / 3 hours
100+ guests | $900 / 3 hours
uniformed valet is licensed and insured
SECURITY
uniformed security agent | $200 per agent / 3 hours
preferred vendors
BronzevilleWinerybelievesinbuildingcommunitybyprioritizing womenownedandminorityownedbusinesses andwouldliketohelpyoudothesame!Todirectlyhelpcontributetowardsamoreequitablemarketplace throughyourevent,considerusingoneofthebelowvendorsthatmightbeabletoassistintheexecutionof yourevent
FLORAL
planks & pistols | email contact southside blooms | email contact lush flower bar | contact lush
PHOTOGRAPHY
anthony roberson | 3127853866
angie star studios | 773 407 1082
DJ
scendsei |contact scensei
dj tess | contact tess dj john simmons | contact john
RENTALS & PLANNING
bowery & bash equipment rental | email contact vc linen rental | email leslie dejanae event planning | contact deserea
SWEETS
justice of the pies | email contact amazecakes | email contact brown sugar bakery | contact the baker
vendorsarereferrelsanddonotreflectthevalues,viewsorworkethicofthoseemployeesoragentsofbronzevillewinery
INSURANCE
BronzevilleWinerycarriesa$1Minsurancepolicy An“additionallyinsured”documentcanbeprovidedtohost uponrequest.Pleaseprovideatleastonemonthnoticefor“additionallyinsured”documentation.
BronzevilleWineryrequiresclienttoprovideday-of-weddinginsurance.Pleaseprovidedocumentationnoless thanoneweekpriortoevent Failuretoprovideweddingdayinsurancemayresultincancellationofevent
OURPROMISETOYOU
BronzevilleWineryproducesbespokediningandeventexperienceswithanexquisiteattentiontodetail We strivetomakecertainthatnodetail,nomatterhowsmall,isoverlookedandwepromisetoworktirelesslyto ensureyouandyourguestshaveamemorableexperience Wewilluseonlythebestlocalingredientsfrom farmers,ranchers,andpurveyorsweknowandtrust.Youreventisasimportanttousasitistoyou.
Welookforwardtocreatingmagicwithyou
CeciliaCuff&EricWilliams,owners BronzevilleWineryLLC
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