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Dec 12 2018 
Inspirations for the New Year: Our 2019 Trend Forecast
As we slide into 2019, we’re taking these beautiful words from Frida Kahlo to… Continue reading
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Dec 04 2018 
Gift Giver’s Guide to the (Cookbook) Universe
Yes, m’dear, winter is here—time to stoke your fire, uncork your Pinot Noir, and… Continue reading
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Nov 12 2018 
Gracious Buffets: A Sample Thanksgiving Catering Menu
Nothing beats the annual November chill like quality time with friends and family, but… Continue reading
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Oct 16 2018 
Oktoberfest: Sampling the World in Small Bites
When you think “Oktoberfest,” you likely immediately think of beer—big steins of the stuff… Continue reading
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Oct 09 2018 
Sweet and Savory Snacks: Our Fave Fall Flavors
Fall flavors are as warm and rich as the changing leaves on the trees… Continue reading
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Oct 05 2018 
A Hair-Raising Corporate Halloween Party
Hello, October! Flip those desk calendars and start planning your costume on lunch. The… Continue reading
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Sep 27 2018 
An Intimate Fall Beach Wedding in Chicago
Amidst the rhythmic crashing of the waves and the setting September sun, a beautiful… Continue reading
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Sep 25 2018 
A Very Pantone 2019 Party
Out with the old and in with the new. When it comes to design,… Continue reading
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Sep 21 2018 
Fall’s the Apple of Our Eye: Apple for Dinner
An apple a day…means fall is on its way! One of the most common… Continue reading
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Sep 18 2018 
Keeping the Summer Alive with Warm Weather Cuisines
Once September hits, it can feel like fall is quickly approaching, even with weeks… Continue reading
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Sep 12 2018 
Kicking Off the New Year with All Things Green: Meet Rabbi Lauren Henderson of Mishkan Chicago
Today, we’re talking the growing trend towards vegan Jewish food with a local Mishkan… Continue reading
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Sep 10 2018 
A Very 2018 Rosh Hashanah: Going Green
L’shanah tovah! For those who may not know, the Jewish community celebrates the Jewish… Continue reading
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Sep 04 2018 
Our Favorite Bat and Bar Mitzvah Themes
Mitzvah season is upon us! We here at EC believe that such a major… Continue reading
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Aug 23 2018 
Employee Spotlight: Olivia Zapolis
We’re ecstatic to announce we added a dynamo new sales consultant to the EC… Continue reading
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Aug 03 2018 
Entertaining Company Visits the Argyle Night Market
Our wide-ranging menus are inspired by cultural cuisines both local and global—from our own… Continue reading
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Jul 27 2018 
Café Brauer Showcase: An Inside Look at Our Buffet Display
With fresh foods, sweet treats and flourishing floral displays, we’ve hit the holiday season… Continue reading
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Jul 17 2018 
Creating Complementary Flavors: An Indian-Mexican Fusion Buffet
Just like the lawful and love-filled marriage of two totally unique humans, the marriage… Continue reading
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Jul 12 2018 
Boston-Themed Food to Celebrate Beantown
Endless days, coId drinks and your hometown team stepping up to the plate—it’s summertime… Continue reading
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Jul 03 2018 
Feels Like Nostalgia and Tastes Like Summer
Pastel pedal pushers and gingham clam diggers. Penny loafers and Aloha shirts. Sipping on… Continue reading
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Jun 21 2018 
Edible and Interactive Herb Centerpieces by Entertaining Company
We love the high-low nature of homegrown food presentation. The physical low of bending… Continue reading
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Jun 19 2018 
EC Welcomes New Team Members this Summer!
At EC we are celebrating summer by welcoming two new members to our Operations… Continue reading
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Jun 13 2018 
All About Chicago Florist Cornelia McNamara
Cornelia McNamara makes modern-day magic. Is there any other viable explanation that describes the… Continue reading
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May 24 2018 
Summer Dessert Buffet
Beautiful light, blush pink is still a very popular color for summer weddings. We… Continue reading
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May 22 2018 
EC Real Event: House Party Styled by Kenneth Woodman
In early April, Kenneth Woodman catered a beautiful birthday brunch at a private residence.… Continue reading
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May 17 2018 
Dogs for Dads
On June 17th, we celebrate dads, grandads, step-dads, uncles and even mothers who do… Continue reading
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May 10 2018 
Non-Alcoholic Indian-Style Mocktails
Here at EC, we’ve been catering South Asian events since 2001. Through countless weddings,… Continue reading
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May 08 2018 
Warm Weather Foods: South America
In the Midwest, we look forward to the hot summer days of grilling our… Continue reading
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Apr 18 2018 
Employee Spotlight: Lisa Ware
Lisa Ware recently joined our team this year as the Director Sales. She has… Continue reading
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Apr 17 2018 
Earth Day – EC Green Practices
Earth Day occurs every year on April 22nd and we wanted to share a… Continue reading
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Apr 10 2018 
Wendy’s India Recap
What was the focus of the trip to India this Spring?
Traveling, for me, always… Continue reading -
Apr 05 2018 
Rhubarb From Beginning to End
Rhubarb is finally in season and our chefs cannot wait to start using this… Continue reading
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Mar 29 2018 
Happy Passover Menu Inspiration
For those that may not be familiar with Passover, it is a Jewish celebration… Continue reading
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Mar 22 2018 
Employee Spotlight: Denise Robinette
This week, we are putting the employee spotlight on our Senior Sales Consultant, Denise… Continue reading
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Mar 20 2018 
Spring Has Sprung Inspirations
Spring Salads
We love the vibrant colors,produce, and edible flower garnishes of Spring. Each of… Continue reading -
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Mar 08 2018 
St. Patrick’s Day Drop-Off Menus
Let Us Bring The Party To You!
Treat Your Team On St. Patrick’s DayIrish Breakfast
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Mar 06 2018 
New Cocktail Launch
We are thrilled to be launching over 10 new culinary crafted cocktails. Created by… Continue reading
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Mar 01 2018 
Healthy + Hearty St. Patrick’s Day
When we think of March, we think of St Patrick’s Day. St. Patrick’s Day… Continue reading
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Feb 26 2018 
EC Real Event: Galleria Marchetti Tented Wedding
This beautiful wedding was a challenge we gladly accepted. The client wanted the room… Continue reading
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