Fancy Plants Cafe

ITS THAT TIME AGAIN!

Fancy Plants Cafe is looking for another great worker to join our team.

You should be excited about getting to know our regular customers, as Fancy Plants is on the cusp of Lakeview and Boystown.
You will be making espresso and tea drinks, and you’ll learn to make some simple plant based food as well.
This isnt just a barista job, food is 50% of the work, and you should be passionate about helping us make it.

We have a lot of amazing regulars that make Fancy Plants Cafe a lively neighborhood hub.
You’ll mostly work with us as a team, but you’ll be working some hours alone too.
You would work 7:00 - 1:00 weekday opening shifts, closing shifts from 11:00 - 5:00, and at least one weekend shift.
Beginning pay after tips is usually around $21/hr before tax, and more if you are experienced.
We are currently looking for part time, about 24 - 32 hours a week.
We’re looking for a candidate that isnt just looking for a few shifts for a short while, but would like to stay with us through the winter and into next summer.

Please send us you resume, and let us know why you’d like to work at Fancy Plants Cafe!

We look forward to hearing from some wonderful candidates.

Sincerely,

-FPC

It’s a beautiful day!

Who’s ready for fall?

I feel it coming!

Being in Chicago during Labor Day feels just like being in San Francisco during Burning Man, and they happen at the same time.

You can get a table at all your favorite restaurants. Parking is easy. It feels like the city is yours, and you’re so happy to share it with the other folks who stick around.

Today is so *flipping* beautiful, I’m not surprised Fancy Plants Cafe is staying busy all weekend.
But it’s still easy to grab a seat on our beautiful garden patio, service is quick, and we’re all here for you. :D

Why not spend a moment at the first vegan coffee shop in Chicago, grab a , and invite a friend?
We have lunch and breakfast all day.

We’ll be open as well.
It’s good to be in Chicago!

Luv Ya!

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I crave hydration during a heat wave, but after all that heat, I want to eat!
Be it a Buttery Vegan Croissant Sandwich, a BLT, an Avocado, Bacon, and Chickpea Salad Wrap (our BLT!), eating plant-based gives you all the nourishment you need without feeling sluggish.

Lunch is ready!
Breakfast for Lunch is ready too, we understand. :D

Fancy Plants Cafe is open 8:00 - 4:00 everyday.

THIS WEEKEND we got Vegan Maple Bacon Scones, Chocolate Raspberry and Pistachio Scones, Blueberry pancake drink (maple, blueberry and vanilla?!) can be iced or hot, and some sweet Chocoalte Chip Cookies.

How’s that for your weekend?
We’ll have so many Vegan Croissants, and of course .

See you soon Chicago!

We interrupt this busy week to announce FANCY PLANTS CAFE IS CLOSING AT 3:00 TODAY!

Our quaint little storefront is gonna get a facelift.
Baby needs a remodel.
We will be open again tomorrow at 8:00 am to bring you Vegan Croissants, hot Breakfast Sandwiches, Tasty Pastries and Chicago’s own .

THANK YOU CHICAGO!
We love you. No, seriously…

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FALL VIBES ARE IN THE AIR!
I know it’s only the beginning of August, but I already want to wear a sweater on our patio and sip a velvety warm coffee drink. :D

Soon enough!
I can’t wait.

By popular request, we’re hosting an advanced session of our Vegan Cheesemaking Class!
Learn to make Vegan Cheese Plates, Parmesan and Burrata!

Perhaps you’ve cultured your cashews, made some ricotta and mozarella, and are enjoying playing with different flavors and preparations?

Or perhaps you haven’t done any of this, but you want to want to dive in, learn how good vegan cheeses are made, and eat them all!

Classes are on August 7th, 8th, 14th, and 15th at Fancy Plants Cafe at 6:30pm.

Learn to make (and eat!) a Vegan Cheese Plate, with Cashew Burrata, Wine-Soaked Feta, and Truffle Brie!

You’ll also get to eat this amazing Orzo Pasta, with Blistered Tomato, Lions Mane Mushrooms, Oregano, and Feta for dinner.
Cheese plates and Pasta and Wine with friends sounds like a fun weekday evening, right?

We might even learn something. :D

All this for $65, the reservation link is in our bio.

Selling fast! Hope to see you in class.

Espresso with Lemon in Italy is a Cafe Romano.

This is a twist on the twist; an ESPRESSO LAVENDER LEMON ITALIAN SODA, and it’s so wonderfully refreshing on a hot day!

Come get it with a (vegan) Croissant Breakfast Sandwich before hitting up .

We’re right near , in East Lakeview.

I ❤️ Chicago!

Did you happen to catch Fancy Plants Cafe on WBEZ yesterday?
It was Wine and Cheese Day, and host Sasha-Ann Simons welcomed Kevin Schuder and sommelier Jordyn Sotelo to the studio for a segment on pairing wines with.... Vegan Cheeses.

The full radio interview is in our instagram links.

We’re also excited to announce VEGAN CHEESEMAKING CLASS #2!
People have been wanting to know how to make our Cashew Burrata, and also to have more hands on experience with our Almond Feta, and our Parmesan as well. We’ll also go over the basics of nut fermentation, and I’ll give you a culture sample to take home.
This is a hands on vegan cheese making class which comes with a recipe book, and cheese to take home, and dinner!

We’ll feast on a vegan cheese plate with burrata, wine soaked feta, and truffle brie, as well as Orzo with Tomato, Feta, Oregano, and Lions Mane Mushroom for our entree.

Have fun learning to make our cultured cashew cream, tangy feta, creamy burrata, and decadent vegan cheese plates.

The Dinner x Class events are on August 7th and 8th, 14th, and 15th. There is a link in our bio to book.

Have a fun weekend!

Sincerely,

-FPC

I got to bring some vegan cheeses to WBEZ this morning to feed Sasha on ‘The Reset.’
I got to name drop some Chicago cheese makers (Cheese and Thank You!), promote the 2nd installment of my Vegan Cheesemaking Classes (feta, burrata, and parmesan!), and tease a collaboration dinner I’m doing with The Uncreamery in San Francisco at the end of August.
(Hey Lisa Myaf!)
I get to bring my partner Sara Renae Holloway to see my former life, as well as bring out some supportive private chef clients, likely visit some old friends for dinner (hey Miyoko!), and make some new exciting things happen.

Grab a glass of wine and have a gouda time with these vegan cheeses For all the dairy-free folks out there, here’s some options for your wine-and-cheese night.

Fun evening events have been happening here at Fancy Plants Cafe!
This Saturday is a 4-course Vegan Greek Feast.

Today is beautiful weather, crispy croissants, cold-brew coffee, bagels and lox, and friendly neighborhood people.

How are you going to do Chicago today?

We’re open 8:00 - 4:00 daily.
Art shows curated by and dinners with in the evenings!

ITS THAT TIME AGAIN!

Fancy Plants Cafe is looking for another great worker to join our team.

You should be excited about getting to know our regular customers, as Fancy Plants is on the cusp of Lakeview and Boystown.
You will be making espresso and tea drinks, and you’ll learn to make some simple plant based food as well.
Bonus if you are passionate about cooking!
Food is an integral part of this job, and you should be passionate about helping us make it.

We have a lot of amazing regulars that make Fancy Plants Cafe a lively neighborhood hub.
You’ll mostly work with us as a team, but you’ll be working some hours alone too.
You would work 7:00 - 1:00 weekday opening shifts, closing shifts from 11:00 - 5:00, and at least one weekend shift.
Beginning pay after tips is usually around $21/hr before tax, and more if you are experienced.
We are currently looking for part time, about 20 - 28 hours a week.
We’re looking for a candidate that isn’t just looking for a summer job, but would like to grow with us a while.

Please send us you resume, and let us know why you’d like to work at Fancy Plants Cafe!

We look forward to hearing from some wonderful candidates.

Sincerely,

-FPC

THANK YOU SO MUCH for keeping Fancy Plants Cafe busy!
Friends and customers (friendstomers?) are asking about when we’re gonna do a fun farmers market inspired dinner on the patio, and the answer is TOMORROW!

Veggie Charcuterie and Vegan Cheese,
Strawberry Gazpacho,
Zucchini and Corn Pasta with Trumpet Mushroom Scallops,
Fresh Berry Cheesecake.
All inclusive, $60!

There’s only a few seats left at the 8:00 patio seating, hope YOU get to snag them! BYOB!

Link for reservations is in our bio.

Hope to see you tomorrow, and have a great weekend!

WE'RE HOSTING ANOTHER VEGAN CHEESEMAKING CLASS WEDNESDAY!

We feed you dinner, you get to take home cheese and a culture starter, and you get to take home a recipe book, all for $65.

Wanna come?

Make your reservation here!

https://www.exploretock.com/fancyplantskitchen/event/492508/vegan-cheesemaking-class-with-chef-kevin-schuder

It ain’t Blue Skies today, in fact it’s rainy.

And I LOVE IT!

Fancy Plants Cafe is a mood today, bring a book, we got your breakfast and coffee.

HAPPY FATHERS DAY!!!

This weekend we have:

1) An amazing BLT made with Tempeh Bacon, Heirloom Tomatoes, and Green Garlic Aioli.

2) Pistachio-Berry Scones! With a wonderful oat milk latte.

3) A Colorful New sign!

4) My friend Justin, and fellow barista, is wearing a pink Taylor Moon T-Shirt.
This is especially refreshing to see, after a hillbilly tried to hit me with his truck, calling me a bunch of names, implying I’m ’not from around here,’ etc. etc.

Did you know that back in my hard punk rock days, I used to work as a bouncer at ?
The club where Purple Rain was filmed?
I’ve dealt with a lot of (mental and physical) conflict before. Also, I grew up a weirdo in rural Wisconsin.
In other words, I’m ok. 🙂

For every redneck or ‘bro-dude’ with repressed and unresolved issues, there’s someone cool, like Justin, or my own sweet Dad, Tom Schuder.

Here’s to the Rad Dads, and honorable guys!

And have a wonderful day.

Time to bring back our Tempeh Bacon BLT!!!

Did you miss me,
Slathered with garlic aioli?
Who can say no,
To the beefsteak tomato?
With the tempeh bacon,
With the grilled sourdough?

Enjoy it with limeade on our cool, breezy patio.

Stay Gay Chicago,

Maybe I’m a creature of habit, and Fancy Plants Cafe has been serving with our Cashew Cream Cheese for 5 years now.

I’m gonna break from my hot coffee habit today, because this ICE is NICE!

It’s 85 degrees people, Cold Brew for the win.

THANK YOU for making Fancy Plants Cafe your spot for , for ordering breakfast with us, lunch on the patio, showing up at our neighborhood art shows (you see the new art on the wall?!), and THANK YOU for supporting a small q***r neighborhood business.

You could just be a Basic Betty, ordering over roasted coffee and sugar drinks from a Global Coffee Chain, but you’re showing up for Chicago, and we appreciate it.

THANK YOU, and we hope to see you this fine day!

WHO’S COMING TO THE FLORA & FAUNA SHOW AT FANCY PLANTS CAFE TOMORROW?

is super excited to be curating this unique show for a special First Fridays event!
I will be making a ton of (vegan) food for this show, as well as the art opening at a few doors down so this will be a kind of gallery walk 🍷 kind of night.

Spread the word and bring friends!

FLORA & FAUNA
A group art exhibition celebrating the resilient life, color, and beauty of the natural world.

Opening reception
June 7th, 2024
6-9pm

✨mindseyechicago.com✨

Hope to see yall tomorrow!

Sometimes it’s hard to discern when breakfast is done, and lunch should start.

‘Frankly my dear, I don’t give a damn.’

We love a mid-afternoon breakfast sandwich.

When do you like to eat breakfast?

Time to get cool for the weekend.
I say it begins today. :D

Rainy day latte!

I love a good storm.
Happy Sunday!

This weekend we’re serving up LION’S MANE PARMESAN SANDWICHES!
Lions Mane crusted in panko and our Housemade Almond Parmesan, topped with Fancy Plants Buffalo Mozzarella, Fresh Basil, and Marinara, then served on .bakery vegan brioche buns. Served with salad or chippies for $18.

Lions Mane Parmesan is one of my new favorite things, and this weekend it’s gonna make a tasty sammich.

Thank you for supporting a local vegan independent business run by crazy cooks!

We’re looking forward to this sunny weekend.
Ti amiamo Chicago!

Have you tried these garlic stuffed bagels yet?
I’ve been eating them with the hot sauce we have available, and they are so good.

We planted our planter boxes last night!
This morning rain is good for them, and it is clearing up for a nice afternoon.

HAPPY MOTHER’S DAY!

Our made you these delectable Tiramisu Rolls, filled with Espresso-Cocoa (vegan) Butter, and topped with Marscapone Cream Cheese Frosting.
They’re $7, and they’re AWESOME!
Worthy of your moms love.
We made 2 dozen of these things, and I’m about to eat 2. :D

Have a wonderful day!

❤️

The ABC (Avocado, Bacon (tempeh), and Chickpea Salad) is still my favorite.

Can anyone with psychic powers tell me when the weather gonna get really nice again?

Also, should we do TIRAMISU CINNAMON ROLLS for ?

Sun on our patio today! Come dry off with us.

Who likes Berries?

Pistachio -Raspberry Scones and Hibiscus-Berry Oolong Tea is a winner today.

Also, come to the Fancy Plants Art Show tonight!
Artist In Residence, Tammi Longsjo’s has a solo collection of new spring work that we’re showing!
There will be some complimentary wine, coffee, and even some vegan sushi. 🍣
It’s from 5:00 - 8:00 tonight at Fancy Plants Cafe.

“The natural world around me inspires my visual stories.
I get most of my inspiration from being outdoors, and my works include imagery of flowers, seed pods, fungi, and creatures from the Arizona desert where I grew up.
I am also driven by a curiosity to explore and be able to push further when encountering obstacles.”
-Tammi Longsjo

We buy produce for Fancy Plants Cafe, and we’ve gone to Doms Market more than a few times to get something really fresh.
The staff there at Doms was really friendly, and I saw several Fancy Plants customers working there.

For whatever went down over at corporate, it’s absolutely sucks for all of the employees at and .

For the next 3 days, Wednesday through Friday, Fancy Plants Cafe would love to extend our friends and family 25% discount to employees that just got laid off from the ‘Outfoxed Hospitality’ company. Just show us your most recent April paystub, digital or paper, and we got you.

We see so many of you everyday, and we want to offer you our best. It ain’t a lot, and we hope you guys can get more help and support.

Sincerely, and with solidarity,

- The FPC staff

Fancy Plants Cafe is growing busier than ever, and we’re looking for another great worker to join our team.

You should be excited about getting to know our regular customers, Fancy Plants is on the cusp of Lakeview and Boystown.
You will make espresso and tea drinks, and you’ll learn to make some simple plant based food as well. 
BONUS if you are passionate about plant-based cooking.
I love catering weddings, pop-up dinners, and other plant-based culinary events.

We have a lot of kind and creative regulars, and they make Fancy Plants Cafe a lively neighborhood coffee hub.
You’ll mostly work with us as a team, but you will work some hours alone too.  
There are 7:00 - 1:00 weekday opening shifts, closing shifts from 11:00 - 5:00, and you’d be expected to work at least one weekend shift.
Beginning pay after tips is often around $21/hr before tax, more if you are experienced.
We are currently looking for part-time help.

Please send us you resume, and let us know why you’d like to work at Fancy Plants Cafe!

We look forward to hearing from some wonderful candidates.

Sincerely,

-FPC