Skip to main content

Craft Culinary Magic for Every Occasion

Explore our blog for expert insights into curating unforgettable menus and catering exceptional events, from intimate dinner parties to grand weddings and corporate gatherings.

Whether you’re a seasoned host or a novice event planner, our blog is your go-to resource for creating dining experiences that leave a lasting impression on your guests.

Filter

How to Utilize Business Event Catering to Enhance Your Company Culture
042624 IWA Corporate NHM CoreyHenry 037 scaled
How to Utilize Business Event Catering to Enhance Your Company Culture

How to Utilize Business Event Catering to Enhance Your Company Culture

Whether you are planning an office holiday event, have out-of-town colleagues flying in, or want…
March 14, 2025 Read More
Celebrating 15 Years of Sponsorship at the Chicago Auto Show’s First Look for Charity
Hero Image scaled
Celebrating 15 Years of Sponsorship at the Chicago Auto Show’s First Look for Charity

Celebrating 15 Years of Sponsorship at the Chicago Auto Show’s First Look for Charity

The new year brings new exciting events, especially for Chicagoans who love cars! The Chicago…
February 4, 2025 Read More
Score Big Any Football Season with Game Day Catering
Buffalo Chicken Wings
Score Big Any Football Season with Game Day Catering

Score Big Any Football Season with Game Day Catering

When hosting the ultimate football season watch party or the big Super Bowl event, great…
January 24, 2025 Read More
Signature Winter Cocktail Recipes for Your Next Catered Event
Holiday cocktails for special events.
Signature Winter Cocktail Recipes for Your Next Catered Event

Signature Winter Cocktail Recipes for Your Next Catered Event

When hosting a wintry event, the theme is EVERYTHING! Snowflakes here, garlands there, and maybe…
December 17, 2024 Read More
Catered by Design as Seen on Chicago’s Very Own WGN Midday News
Executive Chef Carlos Orozco on WGN Midday News
Catered by Design as Seen on Chicago’s Very Own WGN Midday News

Catered by Design as Seen on Chicago’s Very Own WGN Midday News

Are you ready for an exciting and delicious holiday activity to do with your loved…
December 17, 2024 Read More
Stress-Free Thanksgiving: Catering Options and Leftover Recipe Ideas
110124 Delivery Thanksgiving 026 scaled
Stress-Free Thanksgiving: Catering Options and Leftover Recipe Ideas

Stress-Free Thanksgiving: Catering Options and Leftover Recipe Ideas

As you prepare for holiday gatherings in November, Thanksgiving can, understandably, take up a lot…
November 18, 2024 Read More
Using signature displays to elevate your catered event
040824 145Awards Corporate Skydeck CoreyHenry 085 scaled
Using signature displays to elevate your catered event

Using signature displays to elevate your catered event

Every event should have that “wow” factor — the thing that turns a celebration into…
November 15, 2024 Read More
Chicago catering menus for your next holiday party
Hero Image scaled e1729535543425
Chicago catering menus for your next holiday party

Chicago catering menus for your next holiday party

As the lush greens of summer begin to fade, we can’t help but feel sad…
October 21, 2024 Read More
Signature cocktail recipes for your next catered event
101723 Lighthouse303 Corporate Lighthouse303 CoreyHenry 059 1 scaled e1725637540245
Signature cocktail recipes for your next catered event

Signature cocktail recipes for your next catered event

When hosting an event, you not only want your guests to have fun and enjoy…
September 6, 2024 Read More
5 Catering Themes For Your Next Outdoor Event
081123 Wespath Corporate Internal 046 scaled
5 Catering Themes For Your Next Outdoor Event

5 Catering Themes For Your Next Outdoor Event

Char Black Angus Burgers Planning Your Next Outdoor Event There’s a reason people love getting…
July 24, 2024 Read More
Success in Sustainability: Why We Are A Proud Chicagoland Sustainable Catering Service
CBDAugust2021JennMariePhotography 125 20 scaled
Success in Sustainability: Why We Are A Proud Chicagoland Sustainable Catering Service

Success in Sustainability: Why We Are A Proud Chicagoland Sustainable Catering Service

With the sun beating down and cicadas humming in the distance, Lisa Gray (Sam Gray’s…
June 7, 2024 Read More
Rooted in Family, Growing with Flavor: The Catered by Design Journey
Sam Gray - Fulton Market 1978 Article
Rooted in Family, Growing with Flavor: The Catered by Design Journey

Rooted in Family, Growing with Flavor: The Catered by Design Journey

Welcome to the First Catered by Design Blog! For over two decades, Catered by Design…
April 9, 2024 Read More
Skip to content