Food For Thought

12/20/2024

🍬Day 10: Most Colorful Events 🍬
Bright, bold, and beautifully vibrant! FFT’s most colorful events of 2024 turned every shade into a stunning celebration. Swipe to see the joy and creativity we served up!

12/19/2024

Day 9: Top FFT-U Classes 🍕🧁🎨
FFT University served up a masterclass in taste and creativity this year! 🍴 We had so many great classes, from cupcakes and pizza to grazing boards and paint-and-sip sessions. Attendees were learning, laughing, and indulging in delicious creations all year long!

12/18/2024

12/17/2024

Day 7: Most Innovative Stations 🫧✨
Where creativity met flavor in unforgettable ways! FFT’s 2024 lineup enchanted guests with smoke bubble desserts, creamy ice cream cookie sandwiches, a precision charcuterie slicer, and the captivating tree podium cart. Which station stole the show for you?

12/16/2024

Day 7: Most Creative Drink Displays 🥂

From towering champagne cascades to hanging drink pouches and dazzling drink walls, FFT made every toast in 2024 unforgettable. Cheers to raising the bar—literally!

12/13/2024

🍬Day 5: Sweetest Desserts of 2024 🍰

This year’s desserts weren’t just sweet—they were showstoppers. Rich bonbons that melted hearts, velvety éclairs that oozed elegance, and cookies dipped in milk that felt like a nostalgic hug. With a little help from FFT, desserts aren’t just the finale—they’re the foundation of unforgettable events. Swipe to indulge and let’s make your next event the stuff of sweet dreams! 🍪🥛

12/12/2024

✨ Day 4: Favorite Wedding Setups ✨

Day 4: FFT brought wedding dreams to life in 2024. 💍 From breathtaking florals to unforgettable tablescapes, here’s a look back at some of the setups that stole our hearts. 💖

12/11/2024

Day 3: Cheesiest Stations🧀

Say cheese! 🧀 From sizzling raclette cheese pours to gourmet mac-and-cheese bars, our cheesiest station had guests smiling and savoring every bite. Comfort food with a creative twist! ✨

12/10/2024

Day 2: Top Props ⛄️

Event magic is in the details! From the whimsical Ferris wheel and interactive drink pour to the podium featuring our stunning terrarium tree, our props truly took center stage in 2024. Which one stole the show for you? ✨

12/09/2024

❄️ Day 1: Top Hor’Doeuvres ❄️

Day 1 of FFT’s 12 Days Countdown: These hors d’oeuvres were small in size but huge in impact! Our perfectly curated bites brought elegance and flavor to every table this year. What’s your favorite? 😋✨

12/06/2024

That’s a WRAP! 🍽️ ✨ We served salads you politely ate, carbs you shamelessly devoured & tacos that stole the show every. single. time.

Stats not verified, but the vibes? Immaculate. 🖤

11/11/2024

Why choose family-style for your wedding? ✨

Here are our top 3 reasons:

1. Brings everyone together for a shared experience.

2. Lets guests enjoy variety, without the buffet.

3. Adds an inviting, elegant vibe to every table.

10/25/2024

Bringing the celebration to you! 🎉 From 75th birthdays to milestone events, we deliver unforgettable flavors and impeccable service that elevate every moment. With custom menus crafted to perfection, let’s make it a day to remember!

10/16/2024

Celebrating love and the flavors of fall! 🍁 Our interactive Espresso Martini wall and signature cocktail table added a special touch to this stunning autumn wedding.

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10/09/2024

This happy hour spread understood the assignment. 🔥🍤
Shrimp cocktails, charcuterie skewers, and veggie cups that say ‘let’s do business and have a little fun!

09/06/2024

An unforgettable evening at the iconic Chicago Field Museum! Vibrant colors, elegant tablescapes, and exquisite details created the perfect backdrop for this magical wedding. From the refreshing heirloom tomato and melon salad to the golden artisan stuffed garlic bread, every flavor mirrored the beauty of the night.

05/08/2024

Food for Thought is proud to announce that we are an approved caterer for the Home Court at
the Obama Presidential Center. The Home Court is the largest convening area at the Center
and is the ideal venue for a variety of professional meetings and conferences, community
events, and personal celebrations.

For more information on hosting an event at the Home Court please visit obama.org/host-an-event.

Image Credit: The Obama Foundation

05/03/2024

Have you seen what our clients have been saying about us? 💬✨

Our tastings set the stage for exceptional experiences that leave a lasting impression✨🍽️

04/22/2024

🌿💚 Celebrating Earth Day with a Touch of Green at FFT! 🌎🌱

As part of our Monthly Staff Appreciation, we’re thrilled to bring back a crowd favorite from last year – plants for everyone! There’s nothing like the gift of a little greenery to brighten our days and our spaces, especially when it comes from the wonderful local .

At Food for Thought, being a woman-owned company, we find it particularly meaningful to celebrate Mother Earth by nurturing the environment and showing appreciation to our incredible team. These plants are not just decor; they are a symbol of growth and vitality, much like the nurturing and thriving environment we aim to foster here every day.

Thank you to our amazing staff, the best in the business, for all that you do. Here’s to many more years of growth, both in our gardens and within our FFT family! 🌼🌿

02/08/2024

Food For Thought is bringing a twist of green to your wedding scene with our TICKET GIVEAWAY to the Committed Wedding Show on Feb 18th! 🎟🌎

Here’s how to weave sustainability into your love story:
Heart this post 💚
Comment with your eco-friendly wedding idea or dream 🍃
Tag your environmentally conscious better half or friend who’s helping you plan!

Lorena Kennedy, our Committed Committee Chair, will share her sustainable wedding journey and introduce you to the vendors who made her green dream a reality.

Dive into a day where style and environmental responsibility meet and leave with inspiration that’s as good for the planet as it is for your soul.

For more information on the event, check the Linktree in our bio!

Winners announced on February 13th. Let’s plan a wedding that celebrates love and our planet with Food For Thought!

11/29/2023

Our Workspace Solutions division is hiring! Swipe to see our open positions at two new FFT corporate cafe locations. Interested in applying? Email Diana Montes at [email protected]

03/01/2023

WE’RE HIRING: Join us for one of several job fairs and leave with a new opportunity in the events and food industry! FFT Staffing

Join Food For Thought and FFT Staffing to learn more about exciting job opportunities in the Event and Food Industry!