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Full-Service Catering in Chicago, IL

Food For Thought elevates traditional catering services, creating an event unique to you. ​Whether you're planning your wedding, a corporate event, a backyard BBQ or a house party, we will transform your event by providing outstanding service, experience and quality that makes for a once-in-a-lifetime experience.

Catering Services in Chicago for:

WEDDINGS

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Weddings

Your special day should match your vision down to the last appetizer. Food For Thought can bring this dream to life with our customizable catering options. We can match your theme with colors, linens, displays and other offerings.

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Corporate Events

We can cater any of your office events, from company Christmas parties to client lunch meetings. We are passionate about bringing coworkers together and boosting productivity over meals. Customize your menu to your liking and create themed experiences as a company reward. Whatever you choose, we can help you get started.

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Social Events

Whether you are planning an event for your friend group, family or high school prom, Food For Thought has the experience and resources to plan and execute every detail. We can help you pick your menu and your venue to make your event a success.

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Our All-in-One Services

We've expanded the definition of catering by combining intrinsic service with a memorable experience. Food For Thought provides all-in-one services to design your ideal event, including:

  • SETUP
    Our catering team will set up tables and arrange the food presentation prior to the event so you can focus on more important things. We will work with you ahead of time and ensure our preparations align with your schedule.

     

  • EVENT SERVING 
    We are the full package, even offering serving services throughout the event. Our service staff will watch over the tables and displays to dish out food or refill any dishes that are getting empty.

  • TEARDOWN
    At the end of the event, we will tear down everything we set up so you can relax and enjoy your event's success. Trust us — we'll leave the venue looking exactly as we found it.

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Why Choose Food For Thought?

If you’re seeking Chicago catering, Food For Thought can elevate your food experience so it’s one that guests and their taste buds will remember. Our event specialists can bring your dream to life with our customizable catering options. Whether you need classic catering for a wedding, gala, event, corporate dinner or fundraiser, we’ll provide your attendees with delectable meals that cater to a wide range of diets. 

After all, we have:

  • Chef-created food options with fresh and locally sourced ingredients

  • Four decades of food catering business experience

  • Provided catering to around 100 venues in the Windy City, including the Art Institute of Chicago and Adler Planetarium

  • A reputation for our culinary innovation and ability to deliver exceptional guest experiences

Inquire Today, Experience Our Catering Tomorrow

At Food For Thought, catering is more than food service — it's an art form. Inquire with your vision for your event today — we look forward to making it come to life!

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Food For Thought

"From start to finish FFT made us feel like absolute ROYALTY...We feel grateful to have been able to create such a memorable experience through food with FFT. You will not be disappointed."

Angela W, 1.25.2020

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