Let's Plan the Perfect Event
Whether you’re planning a wedding, gala, corporate event, meeting, or office meal program – we’ve got you covered.
Chicago's Top Caterer
WEDDING & CORPORATE
EVENT PLANNING, CREATIVE & EXECUTION
Whether you’re planning the biggest event of your career or the happiest moment of your life, our catering company is here to ensure your vision of the perfect event exceeds all expectations. Take advantage of our Planning & Creative expertise so you are free to enjoy every minute of your event.
CORPORATE WORKSPACE
MEAL & EMPLOYEE SOLUTIONS
Whether you’re looking for in-office employee meal solutions , themed events to build company culture, client entertaining solutions or office support, Workspace Solutions is here to execute your company’s experience goals and attract and retain the best talent for your organization.
FULL-SERVICE CATERING
FOR WEDDINGS, GALAS & CORPORATE
Food For Thought disrupts traditional catering services. What you have come to expect is elevated into events that speak about you. Sprawling tables of you-inspired dishes, attended by a considerate staff, your celebrations will be unforgettable.
FOOD DELIVERY
FOR YOUR WORKSPACE OR EVENT
Workspace Drop-Off features Chef-created menus using quality ingredients and assembled with care, conveniently delivered to your office, home, or event. Celebrate special occasions with seasonal and themed menus released throughout the year.
Social Responsibility
GUIDED BY PRINCIPLES, INSPIRED BY CHANGE
We all have a responsibility to create a sustainable future and a better and brighter world for our children to inherit.
Our catering business operating principles are the organizational North Star giving our team members a direction to their behaviors, actions and decision making. Our “Plan 2025” maps the path of continuous improvement and maintaining our leadership position in operating a socially responsible organization.
THE THREE PILLARS OF OUR TRIPLE BOTTOM LINE
People
We value our people, our catering food partners and our suppliers who make Food For Thought possible. We are a motivating, inclusive and safe place for all to create and be their best selves.
Product
We are part of a complex supply chain and carry a responsibility to continuously improve our practices from sourcing, transporting, and disposing of the products and services we represent.
Planet
We are committed to our role and responsibility in protecting the environment. With the understanding that both small and large changes will create a positive impact in the future.
Why Choose Us as Your Event Partner?
Food For Thought combines the talents and vision of our award-winning kitchen to elevate your special event or office meal program. As Chicago’s top caterer and corporate food service provider, our reputation rests on a 40 year track record of excellence in culinary innovation and delivering flawless guest experiences. Not only is Food For Thought the preferred caterer to nearly 100 Chicagoland venues including elite cultural institutions such as Adler Planetarium, Field Museum, Art Institute of Chicago and The Old Post Office, we are the proud owner of Mae District Event Venue.
