About Us
A POC, woman-owned catering company rooted in fine-dining hospitality.
Burke & Black
Burke & Black is a POC, woman-owned catering company serving the San Francisco Bay Area, specializing in grazing boards, boxes, and tables, and small bites and mini-sandwiches. As a small business, we stand out by sourcing the finest ingredients, offering premium artisanal cheeses, homemade jams and compotes, and handcrafted desserts.
Our commitment to sustainability is at the heart of what we do. We avoid single-use plastics, use compostable packaging, and provide reusable jars and utensils to minimize waste.
Beyond creating beautiful, artful spreads, we focus on fresh, seasonal, and high-quality ingredients, ensuring every bite is as delicious as it is visually stunning.
Founded in 2019 by Nicole Burke and Monique Black, Burke & Black was born from a shared passion for hospitality and quality, cultivated while working together at the Michelin-starred restaurant Quince in San Francisco. Though Monique departed in early 2021, her dedication to excellence remains an integral part of our ethos.
Meet our team
Nicole Burke
Chef / Owner
Before starting Burke & Black, Nicole worked for over 15 years in restaurants both in New York (Del Posto) and San Francisco (Quince, Gary Danko). She is a graduate of the Institute of Culinary Education (ICE) in New York and has held several positions within the industry, including line cook, server, expeditor, and office manager. Nicole also headed the reservations departments of two of San Francisco’s hottest restaurants and worked as a catering manager.
After being asked to cater a friend’s birthday, her passion for creating delicious works of art was ignited. Nicole uses her background in fine dining to select quality ingredients, paired with seasonal house-made jams and compotes, to bring elegant and flavorful fare to Burke & Black clients.