A variety of dishes on a wooden table, including a salad with peas and croutons, a plate of sliced beef with roasted red carrots and a green onion, a bowl of soup with herbs, a plate with prosciutto and cantaloupe, a slice of toast with radishes, and a dessert with strawberries.

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What we offer
Every occasion, elevated
From intimate dinners to corporate gatherings — each experience is built around you.
Private Dining
An intimate chef's table experience in the comfort of your home. Seasonal menus, full service, zero effort on your part.
2–16 guests
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Corporate Events
Client dinners, team celebrations, and company milestones — with the hospitality your guests deserve.
10–60 guests
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Small Weddings & Micro Events
Intimate ceremonies and receptions where the food is as memorable as the moment itself.
Up to 40 guests
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Holiday & Seasonal Gatherings
From Friendsgivings to New Year's soirées — seasonal menus designed to feel like the holidays actually should.
6–50 guests
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What guests say
The experience speaks for itself
★★★★★
"Chef Jacob turned what could have been a stressful evening into a masterpiece. The menu was a master class that never felt like a compromise."
Matt C.
Thumbtack · May 2026
★★★★★
"From start to finish, the service was seamless and incredibly thoughtful. Every detail was handled with care, allowing us to truly relax and enjoy the evening."
Ben N.
Thumbtack · April 2026
★★★★★
"This was an incredible experience with phenomenal food. We were so impressed — everything was top notch and completely seamless."
Stacey
Airbnb · May 2026
The process
Simple from start to finish
01
Reach out
Tell us about your event, guest count, and any dietary needs.
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Custom menu
We build a seasonal menu tailored to your guests and occasion.
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We handle everything
Prep, cooking, plating, and cleanup — all taken care of.
04
You enjoy it
Be a guest at your own table. That's the whole point.
Sample menus
A taste of what's possible
Every menu is designed fresh. These are examples of what past evenings have looked like.
Winter · 6 courses
The Full Experience
Amuse
Wellfleet Oyster
cucumber mint granita
Gruyère Gougère
Savory Mushroom Tea
roasted mushroom consommé
First Course
Roasted Fennel
clementine beurre blanc
Second Course
Seared Scallops
celeriac, hazelnut, apple, brown butter
Third Course
Wild Mushroom Pappardelle
ricotta filling, limone butter
Fourth Course
Black Garlic Braised Short Rib
parsnip purée, roasted leek, jus
Dessert
Dulce de Leche Cheesecake
whipped cream, sea salt
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Spring · 5 courses
Garden & Pasture
Amuse
Radish Toast
truffle butter
Brioche
compressed melon
Prosciutto
cured egg yolk
Asparagus
Course 2
Spring Pea Salad
snap peas, english peas, mint, lemon
Course 3
Stuffed Pappardelle
ricotta filling, limone butter
Course 4
Hanger Steak
carrot purée, roasted + pickled carrots, jus
Dessert
Olive Oil Cake
strawberries, whipped cream
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Spring · 4 courses
Shore & Garden
First Course
Spring Vegetables
pea purée, anchovy butter
Second Course
PEI Mussels
blood orange, black pepper
Third Course
Airline Chicken Breast
thyme jus, braised endive
Dessert
Roasted Pear
sabayon, toasted almond
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Chef Jacob Nusekabel
Meet Chef Jacob Nusekabel

Food that brings people together

I started Uncommon Unions because I believe the best meals aren't just about what's on the plate — they're about who's around it. Every event I do is personal, unhurried, and built around you.

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