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Feb 20 2015 
Winter White
There’s nothing sweet about Winter (as we freeze today in sub zero weather) however,… Continue reading
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Feb 16 2015 
Salad Fatigue? Let’s re-invent the preliminary course!
Craveable deliciousness, of color, texture and and great flavor, first course through late night… Continue reading
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Feb 09 2015 
Small is the New Luxury
It used to be that “incubator” meant a place where little chicks were hatched.… Continue reading
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Feb 02 2015 
Entertaining Company’s Website Refresh 2015
As caterers we are in the business of refreshing on a daily basis…refreshing drinks,… Continue reading
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Jan 26 2015 
Corporate Shout Out
Every party tells a story and we love a corporate event where catering, tabletop,… Continue reading
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Jan 18 2015 
Cuisine Choreography of a Chicago Sangeet
What happens when two food obsessed South Asian clients come together as a couple… Continue reading
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Jan 05 2015 
Calabria Holiday
Calabria is quirky.
Having just celebrated the holidays around the table with my delightful Calabrian… Continue reading
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Dec 23 2014 
Food+Entertaining Trends for 2015
Around this end of year holiday time we are happily producing events for 2014… Continue reading
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Dec 15 2014 
Eating in Color :: Marsala
Until last week, when I thought about Marsala (if I thought about it at… Continue reading
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Dec 08 2014 
Holiday Headphones, Please!
Raindrops on Roses and Whiskers on Kittens, Bright Copper Kettles and Warm Woolen Mittens… Continue reading
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Dec 01 2014 
Celebrating Beyond Borders
Immigration borders, Syrian Borders, Israeli Borders, Ebola Borders…much conversation about borders in the news… Continue reading
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Nov 24 2014 
What will I make today?
“What will I make today”? It’s a sign that hangs over my home office… Continue reading
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Nov 17 2014 
Make Mine a Double~ Chez Chicago
I’m old enough to know who Milton Berle is but too young to remember his… Continue reading
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Nov 10 2014 
Apple Crush
In case you need a reason to love Fall, we’re mixing up apple-based cocktails… Continue reading
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Oct 28 2014 
Travel to Chennai for Lace, Why Not?
It all started with a search for lace, trim and embroidery to complete a… Continue reading
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Oct 05 2014 
Take-Aways Ideas & Inspirations
Simple can be stunning, right? We’re often found dreaming about how to serve our… Continue reading
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Oct 04 2014 
Summer is a State of Mind
Summer is officially “over” on Labor Day but we’re not buying any of that!… Continue reading
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Oct 01 2014 
German Food Inspirations from the Source
Chilled German Lager…
Salty and Brown Pretzel Rolls…
Grilled Bratwurst with spicy mustard…
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Aug 30 2014 
Late Summer Drinks, OUTDOORS
After being indoors all week, and anticipating the cold Chicago months ahead, savoring summer… Continue reading
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Aug 16 2014 
Dinner for 1000? Done.
What takes 80 front-of-house staff, 70 Chafers, 7 Double Door Refrigerated Coolers, and 48,000… Continue reading
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Jun 24 2014 
Flights..One Two Three
Flights of Fancy feature in CS Brides magazine.
Taking the expected, (i.e. such as butter)… Continue reading -
Jun 12 2014 
Garden Party!
Inspired by a client’s small party space, a vintage garden cart laden with abundance… Continue reading
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Feb 21 2014 
#MonthofLove & Wedding Styles
At our recent end of year wrap up and holiday get together, Anthony, of… Continue reading
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Feb 20 2014 
It’s Worth It!
Last week I was in Florida, visiting my father. One stop that we always… Continue reading
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Feb 12 2014 
Rustic Urban Style Wedding #monthoflove
This week during the #MonthOfLove , Misha Newgren with Liven it Up Events and… Continue reading
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Feb 10 2014 
Modern Chic Style Wedding #monthoflove
This week during the #MonthOfLove Vanessa LeWinter with Liven It Up Events and Entertaining… Continue reading
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Feb 05 2014 
Classic Formal! #monthoflove
Anthony Navarro and I from Liven It Up got together and one of the… Continue reading
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Oct 31 2013 
Diwali
Vegetarian EC snacks of Paneer Hakka Balls, Four Corner Potato and Pea Samosas, Chaat Bhelpuri… Continue reading
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Jul 23 2013 
Chicago Chefs. Their Favorite Summer Bites.
Last week found us at one of the city’s most fabulous foodie fests of… Continue reading
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Jul 23 2013 
Our 3 Favorite Midnight Snacks
We love the nightlife. We love to boogie. But after a few hours divided… Continue reading
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Jul 19 2013 
Flavor Bomb
At Entertaining Company, this month we’re catching fire creating explosive flavor in exciting small… Continue reading
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Jun 14 2013 
Industry Insiders Dish on Family Style
We asked some of our favorite industry peers and associates to share their favorite… Continue reading
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Jun 11 2013 
Our 5 Favorite Sharing Menus This Summer
Clambake
Low on effort yet big on effect, this New England tradition of shellfish, clams… Continue reading -
Jun 11 2013 
We Are Family! Julie Fitzgerald Keeps Us All Together
We think it’s fun to tell people that our General Manager, Julie Fitzgerald, is… Continue reading
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May 16 2013 
The Mediterranean Middle East: Undiscovered
If you know the work that we do at Entertaining Company, you know that… Continue reading
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May 14 2013 
Patty Erd of The Spice House Answers Our Questions
To walk into Chicago’s The Spice House, (see also locations in Evanston, IL and… Continue reading
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May 14 2013 
The Mediterranean Middle East Menu: Defined
Discovering regional flavor profiles, especially those showcased in Middle Eastern and Mediterranean cuisine can… Continue reading
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May 14 2013 
Re-imagine the Summertime Office Celebration
When it comes to corporate entertaining, summertime presents so many options and opportunities. Wooing… Continue reading
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Apr 16 2013 
Backyard Ballpark Nostalgia
Bringing picnic baskets to the ball park, like in the old days, is no… Continue reading
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Apr 16 2013 
Garden Brunch
When summer is at its height, and gardens are in full bloom, there is… Continue reading
