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FUNERALS & SHIVAS

Funeral & Shiva Catering in Chicago & Suburbs

Comfort Food. Compassionate Service. Delivered with Care. 

THOUGHTFUL CATERING

For Funerals, Wakes & Shivas

During life’s most emotional moments, Foodstuffs is here to support you with respectful, efficient service and comforting meals. Whether you’re hosting a shiva at home or coordinating a memorial luncheon, we make the planning effortless so you can focus on your family and loved ones. 

Bowls of salad with cucmber, pickled onion, corn, black beans, chickpeas, bell pepper, and a vinaigrette
An assortment of pasteries displayed for self serve

COMFORTING CUISINE

Freshly Prepared 

Our culinary team crafts a wide selection of trays and meals suited for memorial gatherings of any size. Menus are customizable, elegantly presented, and always delivered on time.

 

  • Hot entrée trays 

  • Deli platters and sandwich trays 

  • Bagels and spreads 

  • Fresh salads 

  • Dessert assortments (cookies, bars, rugelach) 

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We accommodate vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free with ease. 

Amanda, Drop-Off Catering

The setup was beautiful. Gluten-free sandwiches were perfect.

DELIVERY & SET-UP

Let Us Make Things Easier

We offer same-day and scheduled deliveries across Chicagoland, with optional setup service to make things easier. 

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  • Delivered by professional, discreet drivers 

  • Optional table setup with linens and signage 

  • Heat-and-serve or ready-to-serve trays 

A self serve tea and coffee station with cups, lids, and sleeves.
A Foodstuffs employee serving aranchini to a guest at an event

FULL-SERVICE OPTIONS

For Larger Gatherings

For celebrations of life or memorial receptions, we offer staffed services to manage everything from rentals to refreshments. 

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  • Equipment, linens, and tableware 

  • On-site staff to serve or replenish 

  • Floral partnerships and décor support 

  • Memorial brunches or luncheons 

  • Beverage and coffee service available 

SERVING WITH RESPECT

Jewish Families and Communities

We are honored to support families observing shiva and mourning rituals throughout: Glencoe, Evanston, Highland Park, Deerfield, Lincolnshire, Lake Forest, Chicago, and Suburbs. After over 40 years of caring and professional experience, our experienced team understands the traditions and sensitivities of Jewish funeral and shiva catering. With our elegant and ready-to-serve menus, responsive and compassionate event producers, and flexible delivery and full-service options, we are trusted by Chicago’s North Shore communities. 

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