All things SUPPER CLUB!
A few years ago, I found one of my favorite content creators on Instagram, Xanthe Ross. Her beautiful, delicious, and inspiring supper clubs caught my attention. I was in the middle of figuring out what I wanted to do with my life. I admired her ability to bring strangers around a table to enjoy beautiful food, with vegetables being the focus. So, I owe a thank you to her. If I hadn’t seen what she was doing, I’m not sure I would have had the confidence to go on and try it myself. So many hugs and best wishes to her!
Growing up, my family was known as the “party house.” Most of my core memories occur in our kitchen, at the table, out by the barbeque, and with a house full of loved ones to feed. We like to say we have a revolving door, always new people coming in and out, and rarely was the kitchen out of use long enough to be spotless! Naturally, I love to entertain and host, but little did I know I could build a career out of professional hosting.
In the summer of 2023, I decided to take the plunge to plan my first supper club! I kindly “forced” my older brother, Dillon, also a foodie, home cook, and trained bartender, to help me out. We planned a menu, invited our close friends and neighbors, and charged a small fee to cover the cost of goods. It was a humble September Garden Dinner party. We hosted the 5-course dinner outside in our parent’s front yard garden space. We decorated the space and table with thrifted finds, borrowed treasures, and fresh roses from the neighbors. We served a very ambitious menu of homemade dips and crackers, fresh baked focaccia, salads and veg, handmade pasta, and tiramisu. Dillon served four different cocktails.
After that night, I thought I scared my brother off, but somehow, I convinced him to do it again! We’ve now hosted three supper clubs, all ranging in vibes, themes, and menus. This last supper club was the first one I’ve done since working in professional kitchens, and MAN, it was so much easier. The confidence I gained from working in fine dining kitchens, even for just a short while, has drastically changed the way I run these events.
Anyway, that is the history of how we started these. So I am sure you are wondering, “What is a Supper Club?”
A supper club is a unique, one-of-a-kind dining experience, almost like a pop-up. A dinner party with a curated menu, fun drinks, and good vibes. Supper Club is a chance for strangers to sit around a table and bond over the mutual love for food, new experiences, and good conversation.
So, if you like the sound of that, follow along and keep a look out for our upcoming events!
