Highland Park, Illinois
Holiday Catering in Highland Park
Take the cooking off your holiday to-do list. Catering by Michaels delivers fresh, beautifully presented meals and full event service to homes and venues across Highland Park, so you can spend the season with the people who matter most.
Plan Your Holiday EventHoliday Gatherings Worth Remembering
The holidays bring people together, but the planning behind a great gathering can pull a host in a dozen directions at once. Holiday catering in Highland Park from Catering by Michaels means you get a dedicated team handling every piece of the meal while you focus on the moments that actually matter.
From Thanksgiving feasts and Christmas dinners to New Year's Eve celebrations and Hanukkah gatherings, we have been helping North Shore families and businesses make the most of the season since 1980. Our Highland Park location means we are already part of your neighborhood.
Holiday Catering Built Around Your Celebration
No two holiday events are the same, and our approach reflects that.
Seasonal Menu Design
Our chefs build menus around what is fresh and in season, incorporating holiday classics alongside creative dishes tailored to your guests.
Full-Service or Delivery
Choose a full-service experience with professional staff on-site, or opt for our delivery catering for a simpler setup with the same quality food.
On-Site Kitchen Setup
For full-service events, our team brings a complete kitchen to your location. Everything is cooked fresh at your venue, right before it is served.
Complete Event Support
From table styling to bar service to cleanup, our crew takes care of the logistics so you can be a guest at your own holiday gathering.
Why Highland Park Chooses Us for the Holidays
Holiday Seasons Served
Trusted by North Shore families and companies since 1980.
Fresh Preparation
Every dish is cooked on-site or in our kitchen the same day. No pre-made platters.
Catering Availability
Holiday schedules are unpredictable. Our catering team operates around the clock.
Right in Highland Park
Our office at 1201 Park Ave W keeps us close to the clients and venues we serve.
Start Planning Your Highland Park Holiday Event
Tell us the date, the guest count, and your vision. Our team will handle the rest and make sure every detail lands exactly right.
Contact Us TodayFrequently Asked Questions
What holidays does Catering by Michaels cover in Highland Park?
We cater events throughout the entire holiday season and beyond. That includes Thanksgiving, Christmas, Hanukkah, New Year's Eve, Easter, Passover, Fourth of July, and any other occasion worth celebrating. Our team has served thousands of holiday events across the North Shore over four decades.
Can you handle both small family dinners and large corporate holiday parties?
Yes. Our holiday catering in Highland Park scales to fit any size. We regularly serve intimate dinners for 15 guests and seated galas for several hundred. The same attention to quality and detail applies regardless of how many people are at the table.
How early should I book holiday catering?
The holiday season fills up quickly. We recommend reaching out at least six to eight weeks before your event to secure your date. For Thanksgiving and the winter holidays in particular, earlier is better. Contact us as soon as you have a date in mind and we will work to accommodate your timeline.
Do you offer delivery-only options for holiday meals?
We do. Our delivery catering service brings fully prepared, beautifully presented meals straight to your Highland Park home or office. It is a simpler option that still delivers the quality Catering by Michaels is known for, ideal for business luncheons or more casual holiday get-togethers.
Can you accommodate dietary needs during the holidays?
Every holiday menu we create accounts for the dietary needs of your guests. We handle vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, kosher-style, and allergy-conscious requests as part of the standard planning process. Let us know what your group needs and we will build it into the menu from the beginning.
Catering by Michaels
1201 Park Ave W, Highland Park, IL 60035
(847) 966-6555 | events@cateringbymichaels.com
Serving Highland Park, Glencoe, Deerfield, Northbrook, Lake Forest, Winnetka, and greater Chicago
