Culinary Experience Competitors

Blue Plate was founded in 1983 by Jim Horan, a social worker who spent his weekends cooking for friends’ parties - driven by a passion for bringing people together through food. What began with a grill and a big heart has grown into one of Chicago’s most trusted catering companies. Today, over 40 years later, Blue Plate is an award-winning hospitality leader known for delivering exceptional experiences across weddings, corporate events, and social celebrations. Our philosophy, “We Care More,” is at the heart of everything we do - brought to life by a team of dedicated culinary and service professionals who bring creativity, warmth, and precision to every event. Our chef-driven menus are made fresh from scratch at our USDA-certified facility in Fulton Market and fully customized to reflect your style and needs. Whether you're hosting an intimate gathering or a large-scale gala, we offer full-service catering, staffing, and event coordination, ensuring every detail is thoughtfully handled. With preferred status at over 100 of Chicago’s most iconic venues, and the distinction of being the city’s first Green Restaurant Association-certified caterer, Blue Plate is proud to lead with purpose, passion, and a commitment to making every event unforgettable.

Mazzone Hospitality offers world-class, full service catering, with over 45+ years of experience. Mazzone delivers flawless and memorable weddings, social events, corporate gatherings and more, around Albany, Saratoga and beyond. Besides food and beverage, we also have an in-house design team. Our exclusive venues and other preferred locations range anywhere from the Hudson Valley to the Adirondacks, or even your backyard. The possibilities are endless! Our team handles every detail, from helping plan your special event to packing up the last plate. Mazzone Hospitality upholds the high standard of renowned restaurateur, Angelo Mazzone, and his team of professionals at Mazzone Hospitality.

Taste's innovative and energetic team is comprised of seasoned professionals with more than 30 years of experience. With an honest passion for the industry, Taste Catering provides fresh ideas combined with exceptional service in design, production and execution of customized events throughout the San Francisco Bay Area. Our sales team and event designers offer customized menu planning, floral and tabletop design and full-service event planning. Taste Catering uses only the freshest and highest quality ingredients and actively supports local growers and producers that engage in organic and sustainable agricultural practices. Taste Catering is proud to be "Green Certified" by the San Francisco Department of the Environment.