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Cody’s Belly Bites

Private Chef & Catering Company serving Illinois . Email for bookings . Build your own menu . Or choose from the many pacakges online . Catering Available

07/29/2026

Be the Boss . Choose your sauce. We’ll handle the rest and deliver fresh, hot, and ready to enjoy, wherever you are.

07/28/2026

The Peach Orchard Tartlet
Now available on our Curate Your 8 menu.

Explore the full Curate Your 8 menu online and create a menu that’s uniquely yours.

07/26/2026

🦞 Lobster Fried Rice is now available on the Curate Your 8 menu.

Made with tender lobster, perfectly seasoned fried rice, fresh vegetables, and bold, savory flavors. It’s a luxurious twist on a takeout favorite that’s perfect for your next catered event.

Visit our main website to explore the full Curate Your 8 menu and start building your perfect spread.

07/21/2026

Every event is a reminder that I get to do what I love while helping create memories around the table. That’s a blessing I’ll never take for granted.

I’m also incredibly grateful for the team that stands beside me. Their hard work, passion, and dedication make it possible to serve our clients at the level they deserve.

Feeling thankful for this journey and everyone who’s been part of it.

07/19/2026

Kyle’s Dirty 30, thoughtfully planned by his beautiful fiancée, was one for the books. Every detail came together perfectly. Chicago parties all summer long and we’re here for it .

Traveling Private Chef & Catering Service .

07/17/2026

A beautiful menu is only part of the experience. The people serving it matter just as much. Hospitality is an art, and it takes a team to execute it.

Traveling Private Chef & Catering Company. Proudly serving Illinois .

07/16/2026

You work hard. You build a team. You work some more . The work does not stop .

You keep learning, stay open-minded, and trust the process. The right people show up, the right opportunities follow, and before you know it, you’re living a life you once only imagined.

And for anyone who thinks culinary school is the only path to success, it isn’t. Some of the chefs I admire most never attended culinary school, including my personal favorite Coconut Cup, but also Gordon Ramsay, Ina Garten, Tom Colicchio, Guy Fieri, Jamie Oliver, Nigella Lawson, Adejoké Bakare, and Rachel Ray .

There are many roads to success . Mine just happened to start with passion, persistence, and genuinely wanting to share my gift with the world.

07/14/2026

Mini Sammies made for meaningful gatherings.

Serving Chicago and Burbs .

07/13/2026

The Cody experience where quality meets creativity, and every bite tells a story.

07/08/2026

90 degrees outside. Cooking on a yacht. On Lake Michigan.

The AC was working, the yacht had a mini full kitchen, and once we got out on the water, it felt about 15 degrees cooler with that breeze blowing across your face. No complaints over here! Just pass the Dramamine ! 😆

Great food doesn’t need a dining room, just a chef who knows how to make just about any space feel like a kitchen.

Let’s start planning your next culinary experience.

07/06/2026

These brownies have been part of the Cody’s Belly Bites journey from the very beginning. 🤎

They were there when orders were being delivered and sold from a van. They filled the dessert case at the storefront. They traveled through every chapter after that—private events, catering tables, weddings, corporate orders, and festivals like Festival of the Vine.

And through six years of growth and change, one thing has stayed the same: these brownies remain our #1 bestselling dessert.

There’s something special about watching a recipe develop alongside a business. Some customers who enjoyed these brownies years ago still come back asking for them today, and new customers quickly understand why they’ve remained a favorite for so long.

So if you see brownies on the menu for your next order… add them. 🤎 I think you’ll understand why they’ve been here for the entire journey.

07/05/2026

Cody’s Belly Bites was born from a simple belief: indulgence and intention can live on the same plate.

We believe food should excite you. Comfort you. Make you close your eyes after the first bite. But we also believe you should care about what you put into your body.

That’s the heart behind the name Cody’s Belly Bites, creating memorable bites for your belly, made with care, flavor, and balance in mind. Because life is meant to be enjoyed, good food should never feel like a compromise, and your belly deserves to be happy, too.

Catering 🍽️ Cody’s Belly Bites
Photos 📸 Susan Ryan Photography

07/04/2026

Venue Horror Stories 😅

After catering hundreds of private events, we’ve seen some things… and not all venues are created equal.

From walking into kitchens with mice, dirty dishes, and unmopped floors, to venues demanding $500 retainers and 15% of our sales or butt kiss just to be listed as a preferred vendor, we’ve experienced it all.

Here’s the thing, we’re not calling out every venue. We’ve worked with some incredible venues that truly care about their couples and their vendors. This post is simply a reminder that where you book matters just as much as who you book.

Ask questions.
Tour the kitchen.
Read the fine print.
Choose vendors because you love their work, not because someone else made the decision for you.

To the venues that welcome outside vendors, maintain professional kitchens, and treat every vendor with respect… thank you. You’re the reason exceptional events happen.

Have you ever experienced a venue horror story? We’d love to hear it below. 👇

06/29/2026

Getting a quote is the easy part.

The details you provide about your service style and your budget, help us build a proposal that actually fits your vision.

With packages ranging from $30 to $150+ per person, there’s a huge difference between a simple drop-off and a fully staffed culinary experience. Let’s explore your options .

Photos 📸 by Isa captured at our one of plated dinners .

06/28/2026

Check out this prime rib from one of our plated dinners. Isa captured 📸 this shot perfectly, the steam rising from the au jus says it all.

Fun fact: We prepared this entire dinner at a venue with no kitchen. In fact, many of the venues we cater don’t have full kitchens, just a small prep area with sinks and maybe a cooler or warmer if we’re lucky.

So how did the prime rib get cooked?

We brought our own electric grill that you see in the photo and transformed the space into a working kitchen. It’s all part of the planning that allows us to create restaurant quality meals almost anywhere.

That’s where we come in.

We bring the kitchen, the equipment, the staff, and everything needed to create a true five-star dining experience, no matter the location.

Send an email to start planning your custom menu.

06/24/2026

Plated Dinner.
Salad course .

There’s something different about sitting down and having a meal served to you.

Let’s explore your options. Email for bookings.

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Geneva, IL
60134

Website

http://www.CodysBellyBites.com/

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