08/26/2026
✨ A STUNNING summer birthday dinner for 18 guests in University City, Missouri.
The evening began indoors with cocktails and two passed appetizers—Blue Cheese & Honey Tarts and Everything Bagel & Lox Bites—before guests moved outside to an impeccably decorated tablescape on the driveway. Warm summer air, champagne and wine flowing, and the most beautiful setting for an unforgettable birthday celebration. 🥂
Once seated, our private chef experience continued with a custom-curated multi-course dinner:
CUCUMBER-DILL OYSTERS 🦪
Champagne mignonette, cucumber, shaved shallot, herb oil, garden herbs & edible flowers
CAESAR ROYALE
Sourdough crown, romaine hearts, Caesar dressing, shaved Parmesan & crispy chicken skin
GRILLED FILET MIGNON AU POIVRE
Whipped potatoes, glazed heirloom baby carrots, roasted broccolini & sauce bordelaise
The night ended with the host’s favorite cheesecake and freshly shaken espresso martinis prepared and served by Sciales Catering staff 🍸 The perfect finish to a beautiful summer evening.
Sciales Catering and Chef Jake Sciales bring a private chef experience directly to your home, vacation rental or event space. From intimate dinners to larger celebrations, we create custom menus, provide professional service, bring everything needed for your meal, and handle setup and cleanup—so you can simply enjoy the evening with your guests.
🥂 Private Chef Dinners • Cocktail Parties • Brunches • Showers • Celebrations
📍 Based in Missouri and traveling throughout St. Louis and all surrounding areas
🍽 Custom menus & dietary accommodations available
Because the most unforgettable nights happen at your own table.