The Classy Commissary
From Scratch to Sophisticated
Fresh. Thoughtful. Crafted.
CATERING
Home catering for 6+ guests
Choose a theme
or mix-and-match from our menus
The Hospitality Helper
BOOK CLUB
Herb and lemon-infused salmon fillet with lemon aioli
Chives classic or cranberry almond chicken salad
Signature greek salad with toasted chickpeas and a feta dollop V
Lemon-roasted potato salad with green beans and toasted pine nuts V
Caesar or garden salad V
Fresh bread
HOME & HAPPY
Quiche of your choice (many flavours available) V
Israeli couscous & quinoa salad, green beans, sun dried tomatoes, walnuts, apples, raisins VGN
Chives caprese with tomatoes, fresh mozza, basil, olive oil, balsamic glaze V
Parmesan arugula salad with pine nuts and lemon-basil dressing V
BACKYARD BBQ
Spicy bbq harissa chicken kebabs with lemon aioli
Balsamic tarragon beef kebabs with mustard whip
Basil pesto pasta salad with cherry tomatoes, parmesan V
Roasted red potato salad with green beans, stone ground dijon-dill vinaigrette VGN
SALAD GALORE
Roasted beet & sweet potato salad, goat cheese, walnuts, cranberries, fresh herbs V
Chives classic, cranberry almond, or curry chicken salad
Lemon-roasted salmon on a lemon curry lentil salad, apples, raisins, pecans, arugula
Fresh bread
Private Event Destination
Your gathering. Our signature touch.
PATIO SIDE
CAFE + PATIOS
Days
Capacity
Half Day Rate
Day Rate
Each Add'l Hour
Fri / Sat PM, Sun
50-70 guests
$600
$1,000
$200
Any day
20-25 guests
$400
$800
$200
Our Spaces
WHAT WE PROVIDE
- Catering, exclusively provided by chives, not included in rental rates
- All culinary equipment for your catering setup
- Flexible seating and event configuration
- Our onsite coordinator, and additional staff as required
- Washroom access
- Access to our kitchen is NOT available
- Discreet parking
ASK US ABOUT
- Bringing your favourite DJ, small band, or sound system (and our considerate sound policy)
- Using our interior digital screen (needs notice for configuration)
- Event décor installation
- Arranging patio misting fans
- Overflow parking
Our Process
Delicious catering,
simply uncomplicated
Review Our Menus
Curated & crowd-approved
Request Catering
Use our simple form
Confirm Your Order
Review, tweak & sign
Pay 50% Deposit
Place your order
Receive Catering
Relax, we've got this!
Pay Catering Balance
Pay the balance on delivery
Delicious catering,
simply uncomplicated
FAQs
Our indoor/outdoor location offers a relaxed vibe in a gracious courtyard loation just outside Lyford Cay.
It's the perfect space for birthday parties, christenings, bridal showers, rehearsal dinners, committee meetings, and networking events.
We offer event rentals on Friday and Saturday evenings, and all day Sunday.
Our patio is available daily for small events during regular business hours.
Event rentals are exclusively catered by Chives.
The rental fee does not include catering charges.
CAFE INTERIOR:
We offer table seating for up to 12, with space for more if the seating plan is altered.
For reception-style events where guests are seated in chairs or standing around, the cafe comfortably accomodates up to 20.
PATIO:
Our outdoor patios comfortably accomodate 20-25 guests on either side.