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CHEF-LED CATERING · GRAND RAPIDS & WEST MICHIGAN

A gathering.
With a point of view.

Start with a kitchen whose food speaks to you. We’ll help shape the menu, the flow of the meal and the service around your occasion.

A chef’s gloved hand finishing rows of appetizers with greens and sauce for service

THE CARE BEHIND THE OCCASION

From the first bite
to the final course.

The best gatherings have a rhythm: something to welcome your guests, a centerpiece to share and a finish worth lingering over. Our restaurant kitchens bring their own character to each part of the meal.

Plan your gathering

BRING OUR KITCHENS HOME

Thanksgiving
at Home.

Less time in the kitchen. More time around the table. Explore three restaurant-led menu directions for Thanksgiving and the weekend beyond, then speak with our team about your gathering.

Guests sharing colorful MeXo dishes around a red table
A table made for sharing · MeXo. Restaurant photography; Thanksgiving packages vary.

FIND YOUR HOLIDAY TABLE

Traditional Lakeshore Thanksgiving · Sandy Point Beach House

Serves approximately 6–8. Herb-roasted turkey breast and slow-roasted dark meat, gravy, sage stuffing, mashed potatoes, green bean casserole, maple-roasted vegetables, cranberry-orange relish and focaccia. Dessert choices include pumpkin pie, carrot cake or bourbon hazelnut tiramisu.

Ask about the Lakeshore menu →
La Mesa de Gracias · MeXo

Serves approximately 6–8. Guacamole, salsa trio, Sikil P’aak, chips and tortillas; achiote-roasted turkey with Mole Amarillo and turkey enchiladas; rice, beans, esquites, chile-lime sweet potatoes, poblano rajas and hibiscus-cranberry salsa. Finish with goat-cheese churros and a dessert selection.

Ask about La Mesa de Gracias →
No More Turkey Game-Day Pack · Chicago Beef Joint

Serves approximately 6. A Thanksgiving-weekend direction for Friday through Sunday: Italian beef sliders with jus and peppers, ten wings with two sauces, a tavern-style pizza, pretzel bites, Italian King fries, South Side fried mozzarella, pickles, sauces and dessert bites.

Ask about the Game-Day Pack →

Request current package pricing and collection details. Final menus, portions, dietary information, collection windows and order terms are confirmed in your quotation. An enquiry does not place an order. Thanksgiving packages are not automatically eligible for the separate September booking reward.

SEPTEMBER 2026 · HOLIDAY BOOKING REWARD

A little planning.
A lot to celebrate.

Bring your team, family or favorite people together with MeXo, Sandy Point Beach House or Chicago Beef Joint. Book a qualifying holiday party or catering order in September and enjoy a little something for your next CDKI visit.

Book September 1–30, 2026.
Gather Sunday–Wednesday, November 1–December 31, 2026.

Discuss your holiday gathering →Explore our event spaces →

Your enquiry opens an email draft. Review and send it to start a conversation with our team; it does not reserve a date.

SOMETHING TO LOOK FORWARD TO

Earn up to $500

in CDKI Dining gift cards.

$50 for each complete $500

in qualifying food and beverage purchases. Qualifying purchases must total more than $500.

New bookings only. Complete the required booking and deposit or catering confirmation/payment requirements during September. Reward issued after completion and full payment—not a discount on your event.

Full September booking reward terms

Valid for new private-event contracts and catering orders booked September 1–30, 2026, for events or fulfilment Sunday–Wednesday, November 1–December 31, 2026. Qualifying food and beverage purchases must total more than $500. Earn a $50 CDKI Dining gift card for each complete $500 in qualifying purchases, up to $500 in gift cards. Tax, gratuity, administrative and service fees, delivery, equipment and room rentals, entertainment, third-party services and other non-food-and-beverage charges are excluded. A signed contract and required deposit must be received during September; catering orders must meet applicable confirmation and payment requirements. Existing bookings do not qualify. The event or order must be completed and paid in full. Rewards are calculated after refunds, cancellations, reductions and credits, and issued to the booking contact within two weeks after completion. Gift cards have no cash value and cannot be used toward the qualifying event or order. Not combinable with other offers unless approved by CDKI. Subject to availability and venue minimums, deposits, cancellation policies and contract terms.

CHOOSE YOUR CULINARY WORLD

Three kitchens.
Three ways to gather.

Explore these signature menu directions, then talk with us about the right fit. Each proposal is tailored to your guests, the season and your setting.

Sandy Point Beach House · SEASONAL COOKING · BEAUTIFULLY HOSTED

The Lake Michigan Table

Chef Sunder Pels and the Sandy Point team bring a seasonal lakeshore perspective to the occasion: a thoughtful first bite, a composed centerpiece and a handcrafted sweet finish.

  1. 01

    To begin

    Seasonal reception bites and something good to share.

  2. 02

    At the center

    Seafood, beef or a vegetable-led selection, with seasonal accompaniments.

  3. 03

    To finish

    A handcrafted dessert chosen to complement the meal.

A seasonal dinnerSample selections for your proposal
  • Parmesan whitefish with lemon beurre blanc
  • Orange, ginger and ouzo-glazed salmon
  • Bourbon pork tenderloin with dark cherry compote
  • Mushroom risotto or a seasonal vegetable selection
  • Seasonal sides and a handcrafted dessert selection
Breakfast & businessFor an early start or a working lunch
  • Farmer’s frittata or mushroom, Boursin and spinach frittata
  • Breakfast sandwiches, fruit and pastries
  • Sandwich, wrap and salad selections
  • Pasta or composed lunch buffets
Plan this kind of gathering

Sample menu direction, not a fixed package. Final dishes and service are confirmed in your event proposal.

MeXo · REGIONAL MEXICAN · A TABLE WITH A STORY

Maiz, Mole & Fire

A gathering with Chef Oscar Moreno’s culinary perspective at its heart. Nixtamal tortillas, regional flavors and shared botanas lead into a feast with the unmistakable character of MeXo.

  1. 01

    To begin

    Guacamole, salsas and Sikil P’aak for a shared Botanero arrival.

  2. 02

    At the center

    A menu built around MeXo’s tortillas, fillings, mole and accompaniments.

  3. 03

    To finish

    A sweet closing note, from goat-cheese churros to chocolate torte.

A MeXo gatheringSample selections for your proposal
  • Guacamole, salsa trio and Sikil P’aak pumpkin-seed dip
  • Sopes or Amarillo mole bites
  • House-made tortillas with suadero, carnitas, achiote chicken or guajillo mushrooms
  • Rice, black beans and fresh accompaniments
  • Goat-cheese churros, Aztec chocolate torte or coconut flan
Botanero for a casual groupTacos, tortas and good things to share
  • Tacos with your chosen fillings
  • Maya de Pollo or Suadero tortas
  • Chips, salsa and selected sides
Plan this kind of gathering

Sample menu direction, not a fixed package. Final dishes and service are confirmed in your event proposal.

Chicago Beef Joint · CHICAGO CLASSICS · GENEROUS BY NATURE

The Chicago Neighborhood Feast

Italian beef with jus and giardiniera. Tavern-style pizza, wings and plenty to pass around. CBJ brings Chicago’s appetite to a gathering that feels relaxed, generous and full of good company.

  1. 01

    First wave

    Pizza, wings and shareable sides get the table talking.

  2. 02

    Main event

    Italian beef, Chicago dogs or Polish sausage, with the kitchen confirming your selection.

  3. 03

    Sweet finish

    A dessert selection to round out the spread.

A Chicago socialSample selections for your proposal
  • Italian beef with jus, peppers and giardiniera
  • Chicago dogs, Polish sausage or tavern-style pizza
  • Wings and shareable sides
  • A dessert finish to suit your group
Lunch & game dayRestaurant favorites for a working crowd or your crew
  • Italian beef, sausage, meatball or chicken sandwiches
  • A vegetarian selection arranged with the kitchen
  • Sides selected for your delivery and serving plan
  • Dessert and beverages by request
Plan this kind of gathering

Sample menu direction, not a fixed package. Final dishes and service are confirmed in your event proposal.

Please share allergies and dietary needs when you inquire. Vegetarian, vegan and gluten-sensitive options are arranged with the kitchen; our restaurants use shared preparation areas. Final menus, pricing, delivery, staffing, rentals and beverages are confirmed in your proposal.

MATCH THE MEAL TO THE MOMENT

At your place.
Or at our table.

Delivered

Restaurant food for the office, a family gathering or a working day. Tell us your location and timing so we can confirm a menu and delivery plan.

Hosted

A gathering with service shaped around your guests. Discuss restaurant dining or off-site arrangements; staffing, setup and availability are confirmed for your event.

Find the right format

PRODUCTION & CREW CATERING

From first call
to the wrap.

Share your schedule, location and dietary needs. We’ll discuss restaurant menus and meal timing that suit the working day.

Early call

Breakfast sandwiches, fruit, pastries and coffee.

Working lunch

Individual meals or a hot crew buffet.

Client & talent

Considered selections and thoughtful presentation.

Second meal & wrap

Tacos, hot sandwiches and shared restaurant favorites.

FROM OUR KITCHENS

Craft you can see.
Food you can share.

A glimpse of our kitchens and past gatherings, from carefully finished plates to generous spreads. These photographs illustrate our cooking, not a fixed event package.

Rows of garnished hors d’oeuvres on MeXo-branded catering stands
Bites worth gathering for · MeXo
A seared scallop presented in its shell with delicate pink and green vegetable ribbons
A thoughtful first bite · Chef Sunder’s kitchen
A seared entrée on a golden round base, finished with microgreens and a ring of sauce
From our kitchen to your occasion
Pizza, chicken wings and beer arranged on a Chicago Beef Joint table
Made for good company · Chicago Beef Joint
A carefully arranged appetizer with delicate garnishes and sauce on a white plate
Care in every detail · Chef Sunder’s kitchen
A run of plated entrées with golden batons, sauce and greens on the kitchen pass
Ready for the occasion · Chef Sunder’s kitchen

A look at our kitchens and past gatherings. Your menu is tailored to your occasion and the season.

LET’S BEGIN WITH YOUR OCCASION

Bring us your people.

Tell us your date, guest count, location, budget and the kitchen you have in mind. We’ll work through the menu and service together.

Prepare an event inquiry