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We offer wedding planning, event planning, catering, in-office meal solutions, and more. Whether you’re planning the biggest event of your career or the happiest moment of your life, FFT Event Group is here to ensure your vision of the perfect event exceeds all expectations. Take advantage of our planning & creative expertise so you are free to enjoy every minute of your event.

06/18/2026

Summer blooms, museum views, and a dance floor beneath the dinosaurs 🌸🦕

This Field Museum wedding brought together everything we love about a Chicago summer celebration. Lush florals, soft pastel details, candlelit tables, and one of the city’s most iconic backdrops created a setting that felt both timeless and full of life.

Proof that a museum wedding can feel grand, romantic, and surprisingly garden-inspired all at once.

Photography: Tamara Grüner Photography
Event Planning: LOLA Event Productions: Chicago wedding planner Michelle Vining (Kurinec) Michelle Vining (Kurinec) - Chicago Wedding Planneral EventField Museum Special Eventstanie AhreHMR DesignssBrittanie Ahrens | HMR Designst
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06/17/2026

Featured on the cover of Modern Luxury Weddings 💐✨

Some weddings stay with you long after the last plate is cleared.

We were honored to cater Grace & Andrew’s stunning Lake Bluff celebration, recently featured on the cover of Modern Luxury Weddings Chicago. From elegant cocktail hour bites to beautifully presented dinner service, every menu moment was designed to complement an unforgettable day.

Set beneath a glass atrium filled with lush greenery and sparkling chandeliers, this celebration was a beautiful reflection of thoughtful design, seamless hospitality, and the people who made it all possible.

Congratulations to Grace & Andrew, and thank you for letting us be part of your story. 🤍

Venue The Eberflus Family Estate
Planner | Stunning & Brilliant Events
Catering | Food For Thought
Cake | Kristen Budzynski
Florals & Decor | Kehoe Designs | Event Design & Décor
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Entertainment | BeatMix Music
Atrium | Blue Peak Tents
Lighting | BlackOak Technical Productions
Accommodations | Deer Path Inn The Forester Hotel
Transportation | Windy City Limousine Luxury Cars/Limos/Party Buses
Videographer | Wholehearted Wedding Film Co.
Content Creator | Devynn Dominguez LUXURY WEDDING CONTENT CREATORS | Chicago, Miami, & Destination
Illustrator | Kristine 영주 Steiner
Afterparty | The Tiny Bar Company
Photographer | Jeremy Bustos Studio This Is

06/16/2026

Summer weddings are about more than the views.

They’re about the feeling your guests leave with — grazing tables during cocktail hour, golden hour conversations by the water, florals that feel like part of the landscape, and late-night bites that bring everyone back together before the night ends ☀️💍

Planning: Kirsty Basch & Lauren Prado | Chicago Wedding & Event Planners
Photography: Christy Tyler Photography - Chicago Wedding Photographer
Florals & Decor: Life In Bloom Erin Korab
Lighting: EEL Chicago Wedding & Event Decor
DJ: Elegant Sound And Lighting
Tent: Blue Peak Tents
Catering: Food For Thought
Linens: BBJ La Tavola
Chairs: Event Essentials
Rentals: Hall's Rental Service
Stationery: Steracle Press
Cupcakes: GigisCupcakesUSA
Videography: Character D Films
Hair & Makeup: Just Amy Inc

06/12/2026

Venue Spotlight: Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum

Where natural beauty meets the heart of Chicago. 🌿🦋

Nestled between Lake Michigan and North Pond, the Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum offers a one-of-a-kind setting for weddings, galas, corporate events, and celebrations of every kind. From skyline views and lush prairie landscapes to cocktail hours surrounded by butterflies in the Judy Istock Butterfly Haven, every space feels immersive, vibrant, and connected to nature.

A venue that brings the outdoors in — while keeping the city skyline just steps away.

06/11/2026

June is here, and so is summer office energy ☀️🥗

Longer days, busier calendars, and more reasons to bring people together. From interactive donut walls and chef-attended stations to fresh seasonal menus and grab-and-go favorites, workplace dining should feel like more than just lunch.

Whether it’s fueling a quick team meeting, boosting morale during a busy week, or creating moments employees actually look forward to, Food For Thought builds food experiences designed around how your team works.

Because good culture starts with the everyday details.

06/10/2026

Studio Joffrey was serving major Saturday Night Fever energy 🪩🕺

To celebrate 70 years of and 30 years in Chicago, Cinespace transformed into a disco-era dream filled with mirror balls, packed dance floors, retro-inspired bites, and unforgettable entertainment.

From miniature TV dinners and Harvey Wallbangers to late-night dancing beneath shimmering lights, every detail paid tribute to 1978 while supporting the future of dance through Joffrey for All.

An incredible night, an incredible cause, and a reminder that the best events transport guests to another time and place.

06/05/2026

A celebration of color, creativity, and community 🌈

These event moments remind us why we love what we do. Bold palettes, immersive design, playful details, and spaces that bring people together. At Food For Thought, we believe the best experiences are built on inclusivity, respect, and creating environments where everyone feels welcome exactly as they are.

This Pride Month and every month, we’re proud to celebrate and support the LGBTQIA+ community through the spaces we create and the people behind them. 💛

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06/04/2026

Celebrating the people behind the work.

Food For Thought was honored to support Grainger’s 2026 Service Recognition Event at the Field Museum, where employees gathered for an evening dedicated to celebrating milestones, achievements, and the individuals who help keep the company moving forward.

From cocktail hour beneath the museum’s iconic exhibits to dinner service in Stanley Field Hall, every detail was designed to create a memorable experience centered around appreciation, connection, and recognition.

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05/29/2026

Summer is basically official 🍋🌱

From the lakeside ceremony views at Lake Oconomowoc to candlelit moments beneath the tent, every detail of this celebration was designed to feel effortless, warm, and deeply connected to the setting. Layered greenery, woven textures, soft blue tablescapes, and passed bites made the entire evening feel like an elevated backyard gathering by the water.

A wedding filled with summer air, glowing light, and the kind of atmosphere guests never want to leave.

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05/28/2026

Grad season is here 🎓

A celebration built around the details—custom drink wall pours, playful retro-inspired signage, and interactive stations throughout. From a build-your-own salad bar to late-night bites and a dessert display filled with mini shortcakes, macarons, and chocolate treats, every element felt intentional.

All tied together with a statement cake and a “next adventure” moment for what’s ahead.

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Address

7001 Ridgeway Avenue
Lincolnwood, IL
60712

Opening Hours

Monday	8am - 5pm
Tuesday	8am - 5pm
Wednesday	8am - 5pm
Thursday	8am - 5pm
Friday	8am - 5pm

Website

https://www.foodforthoughtchicago.com/?utm_source=localfx&utm_medium=organic&utm_campaign=localfx

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