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Jun 01 2019 Virgil Abloh’s Collaboration with NikeLab
The Brief
A planner calls with an urgent need: a buzzy celebration for NikeLab on… Continue reading
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May 19 2019 Porsche VIP Launch Party
The Brief
Porsche is announcing a brand-new eco-friendly electric car model with a sensational launch… Continue reading
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May 07 2019 Why Call a Caterer When I’m Surrounded by Restaurants? Restaurants vs. Caterers
Okay—we’re a little biased. But, with our 30 years of experience in the business,… Continue reading
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Apr 10 2019 Chicago’s First Lady Events Menu 2019
Summertime in Chicago is such a beautiful time of year. Chicagoans radiate positive energy.… Continue reading
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Apr 01 2019 Vital Proteins Collagen Water
The Brief
Rachel DeMarte — one of our dear friends and a top Chicago planner… Continue reading
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Mar 13 2019 Let’s Celebrate! Our Purim Party Ideas
Chag Purim sameach! Freilichin Purim! Happy Purim!
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Feb 19 2019 The Randolph Street Market February 2019 Edition
Come Find Us!
You free this weekend? We’re busy, but we’d LOVE for you to… Continue reading
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Dec 21 2018 A Very Merry Christmas Wedding
All I want for Christmas is you, baby! What better backdrop for a winter… 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 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 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 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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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 01 2018 World’s Columbian Exposition
On May 1st, 1893, Chicago opened the doors to the World’s Fair: Columbian Exposition… 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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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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Feb 01 2018 Power Snacking
Nothing fuels our EC team better than a midday snack break. Sometimes coffee just… Continue reading
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Jan 30 2018 Venue Spotlight: Historical Spaces
Stan Mansion
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Jan 25 2018 All Things Chocolate
In December, we catered a corporate holiday party that was all things chocolate. There… Continue reading
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Jan 09 2018 Tacos All Day!
Tuesdays aren’t the only day we eat tacos. In fact, we’re dedicated to eating… Continue reading
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Dec 26 2017 Survivor Themed Bar/Bat Mitzvah
Anyone that was a fan of the hit show Survivor would have loved to… Continue reading
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Dec 21 2017 Holiday Party Inspiration
Winter wonderland was the inspiration for this holiday party at Loft 21. So our… Continue reading
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Dec 04 2017 December in Chicago
It is a beautiful time of year around the city. Holiday happiness is in… Continue reading
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Nov 06 2017 Elevated Thanksgiving
It’s that beautiful time of year again to start welcoming friends and family into… Continue reading
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Oct 25 2017 Eating After Hours
When the drinks are flowing. Dance floor is packed. And everyone is wishing they… Continue reading
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Oct 19 2017 Exploring Green City Market
Exploring all the vendors at Green City Market every Saturday has turned into a… Continue reading
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Oct 19 2017 Porsche Exchange Annual Event 2017
Event Vendors:
Professional Photos: Zach Hansen
Venue: Porsche Exchange
Caterer: Entertaining Company
Rentals: Tablescapes Event Rentals
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Sep 26 2017 Hello October
Warm and cozy, lots of pumpkin spice and a touch of health and wellness.… Continue reading
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Sep 05 2017 Layers of Fall
Fall is all about layers. From food to fashion, it’s no secret that we… Continue reading
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Jul 25 2017 Goodbye Summer
Anyone else wishing summer was the long season and winter only lasted about three… Continue reading
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Jul 18 2017 Cooking Joan Nathan Style
On July 10th, we had the pleasure of catering the annual Joint Action Committee… Continue reading
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Jun 09 2017 Spring Baby Shower at Chez Chicago
MENU HIGHLIGHTS:
Spicy Chickpea Veggie Slider
on toasted bun, pickled veggie slaw
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Beet Infused Deviled Eggs
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Jun 05 2017 Flag-Raising + River Cruise
On June 1st we partnered with the Chicago First Lady Cruise Ship, Alderman Tom… Continue reading
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May 23 2017 All Worlds Come Together
We love a multi-cultural evening, one held at an iconic heritage museum, for a… Continue reading
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May 10 2017 Modern Indian Wedding at Bridgeport Art Center
Join us for a Modern Indian Wedding at Bridgeport Art Center in Chicago, IL.… Continue reading
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May 09 2017 Out of Africa Inspired Dinner
My husband, Michael, is a” first world” kind of guy. That is, he believes… Continue reading
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Apr 13 2017 Parisian Themed Winter Wedding
MENU HIGHLIGHTS:
Handmade Waffle Potato Chips with Smoked Salmon
Crème Fraiche and Chive
Roasted Butternut Squash Bite
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Apr 05 2017 Rock + Jock B’Nai Mitzvah
MENU HIGHLIGHTS:
Poké Station
Steak and Frittes
Filet of Beef Tenderloin
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Mar 29 2017 Birthday Party at Morgan Manufacturing
CREATIVE PARTNERS:
Catering: Entertaining Company
Venue: Morgan Manufacturing
Photographer: Phil Farber
Planner: Reva Nathan & Associates