Chicago Eats Catering Competitors

Welcome to The Catered Affair, the pinnacle of hospitality in New England. Our distinguished organization is dedicated to delivering brilliant food, flawless service, and stunning experiences. Founded by Holly Safford over 45 years ago, TCA has established itself as a leader in crafting innovative and immersive culinary experiences.

Taste Buds Kitchen specializes in fresh and unique cooking events. Our mission is to delight our guests through delicious culinary entertainment experiences! What began as a few holiday baking classes and cupcake-making birthday parties under the name Cupcake Kids! has grown into a nationally recognized brand. Today, Taste Buds Kitchen offers a diverse array of hands-on cooking adventures, including classes, birthday parties, camps, and special events. With a well-balanced mix of savory and sweet recipes, we create fun and memorable experiences for all ages, from 2 to 99. Taste Buds Kitchen has expanded from its flagship location in New York City to multiple franchise locations across the United States—and we’re rapidly growing! Our franchisees bring the joy of culinary entertainment to communities nationwide, fostering connections, learning, and creativity in the kitchen. Recognized as the “Best Kids Cooking Class” by New York Magazine and featured in The Wall Street Journal, The New York Times, NBC, CBS, Fox News, and more, Taste Buds Kitchen is proud to be a leader in the culinary entertainment industry. Looking for a business opportunity with a proven model and national acclaim? Taste Buds Kitchen offers franchise opportunities for passionate entrepreneurs ready to bring our engaging cooking experiences to their communities. Join us in spreading the joy of cooking and create your own success story with Taste Buds Kitchen.

At Sofitel, we are more than luxury hotels. We are a place where people and cultures celebrate life itself. Inspired by French zest for life, we shine a light on vibrant local cultures through our savoir-faire and heartfelt service. At Sofitel Chicago Magnificent Mile, guests experience the Windy City through a uniquely French lens. Our bold glass prism, designed by French architect Jean-Paul Viguier, is an icon in Chicago’s Gold Coast, just steps from the famed Magnificent Mile. Inside, 415 artfully appointed rooms - including a French-inspired Presidential Suite - offer signature Sofitel Beds and spa-style bathrooms with soaking tubs and separate showers. Guests can enjoy elevated brunch at CDA, sip cocktails at Le Bar, or host a stylish event in over 10,000 sq. ft. of space. A state-of-the-art fitness center and bright meeting rooms round out the experience. Sofitel Chicago was named to Condé Nast Traveler’s Best Hotels in Chicago list for two consecutive years (2024 & 2025) and U.S. News & World Report’s Best Hotels in Chicago 2025 list - a testament to our commitment to excellence. Executive Chef Daniel Höfler, a graduate of the Brillat-Savarin School in Germany, brings global influence to local ingredients, crafting dishes that are creative, sustainable, and full of flavor. Our Cultural Link logo represents the meeting of people, cultures, and ideas - a reflection of our French-inspired identity and locally rooted experiences. Whether you’re visiting, collaborating, or joining our team, our warm and dedicated staff will greet you with a smile and a true sense of joie de vivre. Proud member of ALL – Accor Live Limitless, with 5,600 properties across 110 countries.