ilixr Creative

Working with Simon and the team at ilixr creative was an absolute dream from start to finish. From the very first conversation, Simon’s passion for food and his dedication to creating a truly personal experience were unmistakable. He took the time to understand our story, our taste, and the kind of atmosphere we wanted to create. What he and his team delivered went far beyond a meal; it was a culinary experience that told our story through flavor, texture, and presentation. Every single dish was executed to perfection. The tasting menu felt effortless and refined, full of creativity yet completely grounded in flavor. Our guests are still talking about it, not only because everything was delicious, but because the whole dinner felt like a shared moment of discovery. It was elegant, memorable, and unlike anything we have ever experienced at a wedding. What impressed us most about Simon was his calm energy and his ability to make something so complex feel seamless. He was present in every detail, ensuring that everything ran smoothly and that each guest felt taken care of. It is rare to find someone who blends artistry, precision, and warmth in the way he does. Simon, thank you for giving us a dinner that felt like us. You exceeded every expectation and created something we will never forget. If you are looking for a chef who will transform your event into an unforgettable experience, ilixr creative is the definition of excellence.

Simon and his team at Ilixr catered our wedding this May and we cannot recommend them enough. Food was a big priority for us at our wedding and we wanted our guests to have an experience they would not forget. From the first moment I contacted Simon, I was impressed by his quick responses and communication. He helped craft a great menu (and signature cocktails) based on our preferences and requests. One of the best parts was having our tasting at our house so we could enjoy all of the exceptional dishes. We elected for a grazing table during cocktail hour and family style meal for dinner. Our guests are still complementing us on the food at our wedding! While the food is certainly the star of the show, Simon and his team were meticulous with planning every detail down to the plates and presentation. The servers on the day of were exceptional and attentive. I would not hesitate to recommend Simon and his team at Ilixr to anyone - they are masters at what they do, but also extremely gracious and a pleasure to work with.

Simon and his crew really came through for us at our baby shower! Simon is so creative, worked with us on the menu, and handled drinks perfectly. It was really awesome to have a mocktail option and it tasted so good. My guests (even the bougie foodies) were raving about everything and the presentation was so pretty. 10/10 would recommend!

Simon makes magic. Each dish was incredibly creative, outstandingly presented and brought together intricate flavors that dazzled with every course. He was kind and playful, but also left us to enjoy our intimate gathering. It was the best meal of my life and a celebration we will always remember.

• 7 person birthday dinner • food cooked and served in our home kitchen • April, 2025 When you hear “3 Michelin star chef” you have certain expectations, expectations that, honestly, seem destined to be disappointed. Sure, they’re great in their kitchen with their team and their tools, but how well does that translate to food in my home? In the case of Simon and team, my dangerously high expectations were exceeded. From concept to plating to execution, this meal was perfect. This was a 75th birthday and came with certain unusual dietary needs (namely, maximizing flavor while minimizing grams of fat) and ilixer knocked it out of the park. It’s been three days and we’ve been texting and talking about it every day since. We’re already planning on when we can do it again. This was a special occasion and came with a higher dollar amount, but compared to renting a private room at the city’s better restaurants on a Saturday night, it was a steal. I’m trying to write the review that would’ve convinced me, so if you’re wondering if Simon and the Ilixer team are worth it, imagine this is your future self telling you that they are.

We hired Ilixr for my mother’s 80th birthday dinner (learned about it through a family friend), and it was truly a peak life experience!!! Simon was a gem throughout the entire process- super kind, generous, flexible and receptive to our needs. Not only was the food and wine beyond what I could have imagined, it was fantastic to talk to Jill (SO glad we got her- she took us on an international journey!), Ryan and Tanner and hear about the industry, the story of the wines, etc- everything was honestly kind of mind blowing! My mom was on cloud nine the whole time- my husband said he’s never seen her so happy 😁 I am so grateful we learned about this and got to do it, and I will definitely be recommending this extraordinarily talented and wonderful group to all my friends!

Simon put together an absolutely fantastic meal and service team for my ladies luncheon/baby shower for 35 people. The various dinnerware, silverware and glass options that he provided for each course were really fun. Everything we had was delicious. My particular faves were the fresh sweet corn agnolotti, the wagyu ribeye+jus, passionfruit custard, and an amazing pre-batched osmanthus mocktail! Simon brought a team of people to support with service on the day of the event and they, too, efficient, friendly, flexible and helpful. Simon's skills were more than evident, not only as a chef but also as a leader. Each one- and I mean everyone - of my guests offered rave reviews, several which amounted to- “this was hands down the finest meal of my life.” My hopes had been that everyone would have a fun afternoon, a lovely meal and feel relaxed and comfortable while doing so. I think the party will become a treasured memory for many of my guests and Simon's contributions are a very large part of the reason. From the planning stages to the day of the event, Simon was attentive, thoughtful, responsive, and very well organized. He had such creative ideas for the meal and worked around any preferences I shared. I'm really looking forward to working with him again in the future and highly recommend ilixr to anyone looking to host a memorable, delicious, top-notch meal.

Simon and his team blew us away. We threw a 70th birthday party for my mother in law at our house for about 20 people and Simon stole the show. The cooking was perfect executed, his team was made of legitimate ninja’s we barely noticed them prepping and cooking, all the while making it a seamless and harmonious meal. Each dinner course was perfectly delivered to the guests piping hot and expertly crafted. The kitchen was left absolutely spotless (better than they found it). We didn’t have to worry about dishes, timing, literally anything. I cannot recommend them enough. Some of the major crowd pleasers were the raw bar, the handmade pasta, the butter poached fish, and the American waygu strip. They were able to accommodate different dietary needs, and every single dish was a conversation starter. I only wish I knew about them sooner! Would have saved me years of mediocre catering or poor attempts cooking for large scale events. Can’t wait to use them again!