Fine Private Dining.
The Elegance of Entertaining at Home. A private evening beautifully served.
The Art of the Setting
There is something distinctly personal about entertaining at home. The atmosphere, the table, the menu, and the pleasure of welcoming guests come together to create an occasion as memorable as the company you share it with.
The Warnock Effect brings these elements together through refined linens, distinctive chargers, fresh florals, and the warmth of candlelight, complemented by a thoughtfully composed menu, professionally prepared and served in your home.
With every detail thoughtfully attended to, you are free to take your place at the table and enjoy the evening alongside your guests.
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Menu consultation and selection
Preparation of the agreed menu in your home
A beautifully styled dining table
Selected chargers and coordinated dinnerware
Flatware and pressed linen napkins
Client- Kept fresh florals
Candlelight and coordinated table details
Plated course presentation and service
Clearing and collection of Warnock Effect service materials
Event-day setup and service appropriate to the booked experience
We attend to the details. You enjoy the occasion.
01 | Warm Chef’s Bite
A beautifully composed warm appetizer, thoughtfully selected to complement the evening’s menu.
OUR FINE DINING EXPERIENCE INCLUDES:
02 | House Salad
A fresh composition of crisp spring mix & vegetables finished with your choice of house dressing.
03 | Palate Cleanser
A refreshing lemon-infused melt cleanses the palate before your selected main course is presented.
04 | Dessert
Your choice of cheesecake or chocolate cake provides a finishing touch to your experience.
CHOOSE YOUR EXPERIENCE
Signature Package $2250
Choose your Entrée Selection
Roasted Pork Loin à la Dijon
Succulent, oven-roasted pork loin finished with a silky white wine–Dijon reduction, accompanied by your selection of buttery pommes purée or delicate ravioli enveloped in a fragrant basil cream.
Chicken Marsala with Sautéed Mushrooms
Tender chicken breast complemented by sautéed mushrooms finished in a deeply savory Marsala wine reduction accompanied by your selection of buttery pommes purée or delicate ravioli enveloped in a fragrant basil cream.
Shrimp Upgrade $100 per gathering
Your Signature Ravioli Selections:
Spinach & Ricotta Ravioli
Mushroom & Fontina Ravioli
Lobster & Ricotta Ravioli Upgrade $100
Vegetable Selection
French Green Beans Almondine
Glazed Petite Carrots
Premium Package $2500
Choose your Entrée Selection
Milano Pesto & Brie Salmon
Premium Atlantic Salmon finished with basil pesto, fresh dill, and delicately melted Brie accompanied by your selection of buttery pommes purée or delicate ravioli enveloped in a fragrant basil cream.
Lump Crab Cake Duo
Two delicate lump crab cakes, lightly bound highlighting the natural sweetness of the crab, elegantly presented over fresh arugula, accompanied by your selection of buttery pommes purée or delicate ravioli enveloped in a fragrant basil cream.
Shrimp Upgrade $100 per gathering
Your Premium Ravioli Selections:
Lobster & Ricotta Ravioli
Mushroom & Fontina Ravioli
Spinach & Ricotta Ravioli
Vegetable Selection
French Green Beans Almondine
Glazed Petite Carrots
Staffing & Beverage Service
Our two-person team provides discreet, attentive service throughout your Private Dining experience, allowing the evening to unfold at a relaxed, unhurried pace.
Beverages are supplied by the host, and our team provides wine-pouring service during dinner. Glassware and ice requirements are reviewed during planning to ensure a seamless experience.
Cocktail preparation is not included; however, professional bartending services may be arranged separately through TWE Concierge Services.
STEPS TO FOLLOW
A Few Important Details
A seamless celebration begins with clear arrangements.
Your proposal outlines the scope of styling services, venue access, installation schedules, and collection requirements, ensuring every detail is agreed upon in advance.
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Choose one entrée and one dessert for the table from our curated menu.
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We confirm your setting, chosen enhancements, and the requirements of your home.
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We prepare and serve each course in your home, leaving you free to enjoy the occasion.
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At the close of service, we clear the table and discreetly collect our service pieces.
BEFORE YOU INQUIRE | FAQs
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Yes. Experiences accommodate 6–8 guests. Signature Package $2250, and Premium Package $2500 for up to eight guests. Additional guests are $100 each. Dining experiences can accommodate up to 12 guests.
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Yes. Private Dining is offered exclusively in private residences with a fully functioning kitchen, including a stove and oven. We do not provide this service at event venues or commercial facilities. Food preparation and finishing take place in the client's home according to the agreed menu and arrangements.
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A coordinated menu is selected for the entire party, with courses individually plated and served throughout the evening. Each experience is designed around one entrée selection for the table.
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An elegant tablescape is included. Hosts provide their own tablecloth or may purchase a client-kept linen through The Warnock Effect.
To preserve the atmosphere of your evening, we do not remove table linens while you and your guests are still enjoying the occasion. Hosts may provide their own tablecloth or purchase one through The Warnock Effect to keep. This allows the table to remain beautifully set long after our service concludes, without interrupting your gathering.
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All beverages are provided by the host. Our service includes pouring host-provided wine during dinner. Cocktails, mixed drinks, and bartending are not included.Hosts provide their own wine glasses, water glasses, and any additional glassware needed. Alternatively, The Warnock Effect offers glassware for purchase, carefully selected to complement your tablescape and ensure a beautifully coordinated presentation.
Best of all, the glassware is yours to keep—a lasting addition to your entertaining collection, ready to grace your table at future gatherings without the need to purchase it again.
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Yes. Absolutely. Your Private Dining tablescape can be personalized to reflect your occasion and personal style. Choose your preferred fresh carnation color and consider custom-printed menus, personalized place cards, or other thoughtful details that make the setting distinctly yours.
Personalization options are discussed during planning, with any additional costs outlined in your proposal.
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Our Private Dining experiences are priced for eight guests, with flexibility for gatherings of different sizes.
For intimate gatherings of fewer than eight guests, a custom proposal is provided.
For parties of nine to twelve guests, an additional $100 per guest applies beyond the eight-guest package price. Each proposal reflects your final guest count and dining arrangements.
Private Dining accommodates a maximum of twelve guests, ensuring the personalized attention and quality of service that define The Warnock Effect.
A beautiful table is only the beginning.
An occasion your guests will remember long after the final course
Serving Charlotte, North Carolina, and surrounding communities