OREGON FRUIT PRODUCTS

Since 1935, Oregon Fruit Products has created value added fruit products from the specialty fruit of Oregon’s Willamette Valley.  Today, in addition to local fruit, they source quality fruit from around the world for foodservice, ingredients, brewing, export and retail. Oregon Fruit produces shelf stable canned fruit, frozen diced pourable fruit and puree. 

PREMIER PROTEINS

Established in 2005, Premier Proteins is a family owned business that services retail and distribution markets of specialty meat throughout the United States and around the world.  Premier Proteins provides the very best American Kobe Beef, Berkshire Pork and American Grass Fed Beef.  Their products are all-natural, hormone-free, domestically raised and minimally processed, Their Premier American Kobe Beef is the elite Wagyu product available here in the United States.

MARUKAN VINEGAR

Producing rice vinegar with delicate yet complex tasting notes is an ancient art. Marukan Vinegars are slowly and naturally brewed, using traditional methods developed by over three centuries of experience. The delicate aroma, rich flavor and gentle taste of Marukan are the result of this natural, slow-brewed process.  Established in 1649, Marukan executes traditional methods with precision which creates the world's finest rice vinegar. 

PURE FLAVOR

Pure Flavor® is committed to supporting healthier lifestyles by providing greenhouse-grown vegetables that meet our exceptional quality standards. Remaining a humble, trusted and progressive company that treats our growers, employees and customers as valued partners in our sustainable growth.

D’ARTAGNAN

At the vanguard of the farm-to-table movement, D’Artagnan is the leading purveyor of organic poultry, game, foie gras, pâtés, sausages, smoked delicacies, and wild mushrooms to the nation, and currently provides hundreds of products to the world’s top chefs. We are devoted advocates for natural, sustainable and humane production. We are on a mission to educate about the importance of understanding and appreciating how food is raised and harvested. We are gastronomic adventurers who think that good food is paramount to the enjoyment of life. And that flavor is what it’s all about. We are dedicated to quality in all we do, from our careful sourcing in the field to our kitchen production, to provide you the very best products money can buy.

CATERINGSTONE

CateringStone is a breakthrough thermal consistency product for the catering, restaurant, and transport industries.  Using 100% food-safe technology, CateringStone delivers constant, dependable temperatures of below 40° F and above 140° F. It replaces the need for ice, electricity, and open flame in a multitude of food-related applications.

SOMPRIYA FINE SPIRITS

Somrus, meaning "Nectar of the Gods," has references dating to 2600 BC as a divine beverage for the Gods & is purported to have had the power to prevent the human body from degeneration.  

Using proprietary techniques, we have artfully blended pure dairy cream & hand-crafted rum with the luscious flavors of cardamom, saffron, almonds, pistachios & rose to create the 21st century 'incarnation' of Somrus – The Original Indian Cream Liqueur.  One of the most awarded liqueurs in the world, Somrus, which is all natural and gluten-free, is meant to be enjoyed on its own, mixed in a cocktail, baked in a dessert or used to make the most decadent cup of chai tea.

CHEFtog

“CHEFtog is a premier custom apron manufacturer located in West Chicago, IL. We use only high quality, long lasting materials including brushed cottons, chino twills, water-resistant canvas, and cotton blends.  In addition, we offer a wide range of sizes including petite, regular and big & tall.  If you are looking for a unique and professional image for front or back of the house, CHEFtog has you covered.” CHEFtog:  Cut, sewn, and assembled in the USA!

THE FLOWER GIRL COMPANY

The Flower Girl Company is a wedding and event floral design company that Kate Masiak founded in early 2016. Kate prides herself on creating truly personalized custom floral designs that reflect the individuality and style of her clients. Two years in a row The Flower Girl Company has been awarded The Knot BEST OF WEDDINGS distinction. Kate's work has been featured in multiple magazine publications and she has designed weddings across the country. The Flower Girl Company takes great pride and responsibility in knowing that flowers will be a central part of your wedding or event.

CITY GIRL EVENTS

Citygirl Events is a full-service event planning company that specializes in weddings, social, and corporate events in Chicago.  Founded by Sharokina Pazand in 2009, the Citygirl Events philosophy is that each event incorporates the five senses for each guest. When planning events, we look at things from the guest experience. What they smell, what they see, what they taste, feel, and touch – all of these elements are important in creating the right atmosphere.

FIVE GRAIN EVENTS

Armed with the experience she gained working in non-profit events for several years, Joan Cinquegrani established Five Grain Events (which is derived from her married last name:  in Italian "cinque" means five and "grani" means grains) in early 2010.  Since then, Joan has worked hard to build a reputation for Five Grain Events by successfully executing more than 200 events over the past six years.  Five Grain Events clients have ranged from brides and grooms looking for help with their wedding days, to corporate conferences and golf outings, to intimate and exquisite dinner and holiday parties.  The Five Grain mission is to support clients during the event planning process by creating open lines of communication and providing a wealth of resources to ensure event success.

REBECCA PEPLINSKY PHOTOGRAPHY

People call me Pep. I take pictures, I create designs, instead of whistling, I sing while I work. You may even find me skipping and dancing on the sunny side of the street. I bike between the buildings of Chicago and during winter months my drink of choice is a hot toddy. If you want to get in front of my camera, please send me a note! I also accept invitations to share a toddy with me and talk all things photography... it is what I love and want to share it with you all!

ELAWA FARMS

Elawa Farm is a public-private partnership dedicated to the preservation and stewardship of a unique combination of natural setting, designed landscapes and buildings of architectural and historic significance.  A restored gentleman’s farm and garden, Elawa Farms combines a community of natural splendor and historical significance to provide a beautiful setting for any event.

THE CHICAGO THEATRE

The grandeur of The Chicago Theatre often leaves its visitors breathless. The elegant lobby, majestic staircase and beautiful auditorium complete with murals above the stage and on the ceiling, are components of an amazing building called "the Wonder Theatre of the World" when it opened on October 26, 1921. The Chicago Theatre has the convenience of a downtown location and is the perfect size to easily accommodate, fashion and television shows, up-fronts, benefits, concerts, plays, award ceremonies, corporate meetings, dinners on stage, receptions, graduations and weddings.