Your Chicago Event Caterer
Daniel’s Test Kitchen is inspired by global comfort food in a creative way.
Our catering menu features familiar and unique takes on food that’s inspired by my travels, background and personality!
We cater happy hours, meetups, networking events, dinner parties, fundraisers and more!
We also teach virtual cooking classes that help busy people learn new, easy and creative dishes to make for themselves and friends / family!
You can now order your brunch, lunch or dinner catering online!
Conveniently order, pay and reserve your pickup or delivery date. We're excited to serve you!
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About Us
At Daniel’s Test Kitchen, we believe food is more than just a meal — it’s a story, a connection, and a celebration. What began with family meals and a passion for cooking has grown into an award-winning Chicago-based catering company, crafting globally inspired comfort food with a creative, elevated touch. Each dish reflects a journey — from Midwest roots to travels abroad — blending tradition and innovation.
Cooking for me started at a young age helping out during family meals and hasn't stopped. Cooking is therapy for me, food is art and it’s fun! I enjoy feeding and connecting people too.
I started Daniel's Test Kitchen in San Francisco years ago while living in a co-op house making meals for the community every week. That grew into a brunch pop up that led to catering and events. I started doing virtual classes during the pandemic which can allow friends, family and teams to connect over something fun and engaging!
I’m now based in Chicago but grew up in Wisconsin a few miles from farms, appreciating providers and fresh local food.
My cuisine type is global comfort food. We Midwesterners love comfort food and I wanted to expand on that. I’ve learned over time and have traveled to other counties making and tasting authentic recipes and it’s fun to mix those to create a new experience.
We'll be updating our catering menu seasonally with creative takes on comfort food.
Sourced locally when possible.