Best Venue in San Antonio
Votes are in and Ivy Hall has been declared the best selfie spot in San Antonio Magazine’s “Best of the City”.
Votes are in and Ivy Hall has been declared the best selfie spot in San Antonio Magazine’s “Best of the City”.
[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/12″][/vc_column][vc_column column_width_percent=”100″ align_horizontal=”align_center” overlay_alpha=”50″ gutter_size=”3″ medium_width=”0″ mobile_width=”0″ shift_x=”0″ shift_y=”0″ shift_y_down=”0″ z_index=”0″ width=”5/6″][vc_single_image media=”75799″ caption=”yes” media_width_percent=”100″][vc_empty_space empty_h=”2″][vc_custom_heading]Chef Tim Gets Advice from the Best on Scaling Up Her Business[/vc_custom_heading][vc_column_text]For Tim McDiarmid, chef/owner of Tim the Girl Catering and The Good Kind, 2019 has already been a bit crazy. Since taking over the Ivy Hall Event space…
San Antonio’s iconic Fiesta celebrations don’t officially begin until April 18, but we’re ready to start partying now! We have dates available at Ivy Hall, right in the heart of King William, and a special Fiesta catering package. There’s no reason not to step it up this year and host your friends for a Fiesta Pachanga that gives you all the classic festival dishes – without the crowds. Get your flower crowns out and book today!
TRA welcomes new member Tim the Girl – a multi-disciplinary company changing the face of the culinary scene in San Antonio. Founded in 2011 by owner Tim McDiarmid, she and her team source the best produce, meats and artisanal foods that San Antonio has to offer, translating them into dishes that are not only delicious, but aesthetically stunning.
If you’re a Central Texas foodie, then odds are good you’ve heard of Chef Tim McDiarmid (a.k.a. “Tim the Girl”). She’s known for serving up delicious, healthy food with flair.
Tim McDiarmid’s culinary business is a multifaceted, expansive enterprise that takes on the audacious challenge of getting her clientele to rethink everything they think they know about food and food culture. This audacious concept of thinking about food as a relational, interactive, performative and aesthetic experience is the brainchild of a bright, introspective woman who has never, ever been content to lead the cookie-cutter sort of life.
Vegetables take on a sultry, irresistible look when in the hands of our next two subjects and it’s easy to see why. Whether they’re expounding the virtues of clean, vegan eating or rethinking the way veggies are presented in meat-loving South Texas, Tim “the Girl” McDiarmid and Rebecca Marie “Rebel Mariposa” Lopez are slowly, but surely elevating local produce by the caseload.
If my scale is to be believed, I ate a lot of food this year. As I’ve said before, 2013 was quite the banner year for the San Antonio food scene. I had just as difficult a time choosing the best dishes I ate this year as I will losing gained weight, but nonetheless, here’s my list of things I couldn’t get enough of in 2013.
If my scale is to be believed, I ate a lot of food this year. As I’ve said before, 2013 was quite the banner year for the San Antonio food scene. I had just as difficult a time choosing the best dishes I ate this year as I will losing gained weight, but nonetheless, here’s my list of things I couldn’t get enough of in 2013.
If my scale is to be believed, I ate a lot of food this year. As I’ve said before, 2013 was quite the banner year for the San Antonio food scene. I had just as difficult a time choosing the best dishes I ate this year as I will losing gained weight, but nonetheless, here’s my list of things I couldn’t get enough of in 2013.

You are exactly where you are meant to be, and you are in exceptional hands.
Tim the Girl Catering has evolved into The Curated Plate, guided by the vision and leadership of Chef Adesuwa Elaiho, award winning chef and founder of Asukar. This transition marks a new chapter, one rooted in growth, refinement, and a deeper commitment to excellence.
We are honored to welcome you into what comes next.
At The Curated Plate, we believe every gathering is more than an event. It is a story waiting to be told.
Through thoughtful composition, intentional design, and elevated hospitality, we create culinary experiences that reflect you, your vision, your guests, and the moments you want to remember. Each menu becomes a dialogue between culture, seasonality, and artistry, executed with precision and presented with purpose.
Whether you are hosting an intimate dinner or a grand celebration, we approach every table with the same philosophy. Excellence is not scaled. It is standard.
The Curated Plate represents a distinct evolution, shaped by the vision, discipline, and culinary artistry of Chef Adesuwa Elaiho.
This is not simply a new name. It is a refined expression of hospitality, a heightened standard of execution, and a deeper commitment to crafting experiences that are intentional, immersive, and unforgettable.
Every detail, every interaction, and every plate is guided by a singular philosophy: to transform dining into something deeply personal, impeccably executed, and truly unforgettable.
Every plate is composed with intention, where beauty and flavor exist in perfect balance.
From the first conversation to the final course, every detail is handled with care, precision, and grace.
Seasonally driven, globally inspired, and thoughtfully tailored to reflect your story.
From intimate gatherings to large-scale productions, we deliver with consistency, refinement, and ease.
Your experience begins here. As The Curated Plate continues to unfold, we invite you to explore more of the world behind the table.
Discover the vision at asukar.com.