The Network That Feeds More Than Hunger
Plates & Partners is Minnesota's premier destination for immersive culinary events blending chef-driven artistry, soulful storytelling, and live entertainment. Guided by Mrs. O Celebrity Chef, the brand has grown from backstage artistry to a celebrated platform spotlighting Black women chefs, minority-owned businesses, and community leaders. In every curated experience, Plates & Partners transforms fine dining into an artistic journey, where food fuels both memory and movement. With a foundation in culture, collaboration, and tour-level precision, guests become part of a story that lingers long after the last course. Explore how transformative dining reimagines tradition, unity, and celebration.
Our Signature Services
Indulge in a suite of offerings where every detail is orchestrated for impact and intimacy. Plates & Partners crafts chef-driven events, tour catering, and cinematic media productions that fuse luxurious dining with vibrant performance. Whether hosting a red-carpet gala, launching a chef mentorship, or producing content that tells our story, each service brings a new standard of excellence to culinary entertainment. Discover what it means to dine, connect, and celebrate on a whole new stage.
Our Journey to Culinary Excellence
Fourteen years in hospitality, soulfood, and backstage artistry became the foundation for Plates & Partners. Led by Mrs. O, whose expertise spans tour catering for national concerts and beloved community tables, our journey is one of purpose, partnership, and elevated ambition.
Every event, from sold-out showcases to chef bootcamps, celebrates the artistry and entrepreneurship of Black women chefs and uplifts minority-owned talent nationwide. Plates & Partners exists to mentor, inspire, and propel those shaping the next wave of culinary culture.
Our Pillars of Excellence
Every Plates & Partners experience is shaped by a commitment to innovation, cultural storytelling, and authentic impact. These pillars guide our service, our partnerships, and our promise to always uplift chefs, guests, and community through transformative culinary artistry and celebration.
Culinary Artistry & Live Entertainment
Signature events bring food to the stage as performance, uniting elevated menus with soulful entertainment, red carpet energy, and a cinematic flow. Each curated gathering transforms dining into a multi-sensory experience that immerses every guest in story, artistry, and celebration.
Chef Development & Mentorship
Chef development programs guide culinary talent toward national platforms using certification bootcamps, hands-on training, and the B-Squad tour system. The Plates & Partners standard uplifts Black women chefs and expands opportunity across every level of our industry.
Media Production & Storytelling
Our productions expand beyond live events - encompassing TV/streaming series, digital content, and chef interviews. These platforms share our chefs' journeys with the world, deepen community roots, and amplify the movement at the crossroads of food, culture, and conversation.
Our Vision for Culinary Culture
The Plates & Partners vision is rooted in honoring heritage, elevating artistry, and sparking community transformation. Spotlighting Black women chefs, our platform celebrates a tapestry of culinary traditions while empowering new leaders and fostering mentorship.
Every program and gathering is intentionally designed for inclusivity and impact, ensuring that guests, chefs, and partners each contribute to an evolving story of empowerment, innovation, and cultural pride. Plates & Partners is cultivating a future where excellence in food becomes a catalyst for meaningful connection and collective growth across Minnesota and beyond.
What Our Community Says
Culinary Stories & Highlights
Celebrate the latest at Plates & Partners, where every chapter offers a vibrant blend of culture, creativity, and culinary flair. Dive into behind-the-scenes chef interviews, event recaps, and media spotlights that capture the pulse of our unique dining experiences. Our stories bring you closer to the artisans, partners, and guests shaping this movement.
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