Located just steps off Chicago’s Magnificent Mile in the Jewelers’ Row Landmark District, The Pittsfield Building has remained virtually unchanged since it was completed in 1927. Hailed as an architectural triumph, the property was developed by heirs of Marshall Field and was designed by Graham, Anderson, Probst...
Salt. It’s a chef’s best friend, but too much of it can easily make it their worst nightmare! Chef Greg (you might recognize him from our Facebook page as the handsome chef in the European red pants) let us in on a little secret. If you’ve accidentally over-seasoned...
January is the time to set positive intentions and resolutions for the New Year and for most people, those resolutions usually involve the standard “get to the gym more”, “eat less”, “lose X number of pounds” “sleep more”, you know them. You’ve probably made at...
Amy & Carolyn from An Event Less Ordinary are chatting with us today about their business and sharing some fun facts! Jewell Events Catering: How long have you been in business? An Event Less Ordinary: We are about to celebrate our 6th year of business in Chicago! JEC: In no...
The Newberry Library was designed by architect Henry Ives Cobb and was completed in 1893. With three equally stunning spaces for your next event, The Newberry Library is full of the grandeur and charm that it originally had. From the recently restored lobby, complete with a grand staircase, decorated...
Here at Jewell Events Catering, sweet teeth run pretty rampant, so it’s no surprise that everyone in the office and the kitchen was chomping at the bit to tell us their all-time favorite holiday sweets for our Tuesday Top 10! In no particular order, here...
Family owned and operated, Prairie Production is a working photography studio and an absolutely exquisite event space. It is a fresh canvas, ready to be transformed for your special event. Featuring two outdoor courtyards, 4,000 square feet, beautiful white brick walls, and floor-to-ceiling windows, Prairie Production truly can morph into...
Your cooking is probably already underway, but here’s a helpful tip from the chef’s in our kitchen to make your Thanksgiving run a little smoother. When you’re cutting, slicing, or carving, a sharp knife will always be your best tool. You’ll not only work more efficiently,...
Being thankful is always top of mind come November. Rather than dedicate just one day a year or even one month to being thankful, here are some ways to experience gratitude and practice it daily. Keep a gratitude journal. Aim for at least one thing...
What was once the only ballroom and social hub for the Bucktown community is now a beautifully renovated Renaissance style space available to rent for your first nonprofit event, intimate wedding reception, or social gathering. Bucktown Ballroom is an affordable and distinctive venue for any occasion. Henry J. Schlackson designed the beautiful brick...