Meet the Centered Chef

Centered Chef has emerged as Chicago’s boutique destination LOFT for weddings.  As a “one-stop shop” for your event needs, brides love everything about the Centered Weddings experience.

Overseeing the wedding coordination is Sam Pena, partner and GM of Centered Chef. With over 20 years of experience in the event industry, couples can be assured that their wedding experience will be handled with both a personal connection and creative precision.

The versatility of our event spaces makes the logistics for your special day… simple.  You can choose to have your ceremony in our LOFT space, then progress to the KITCHEN for cocktails and appetizers, and once again return to the newly transformed LOFT space, for your dinner reception.  With cutting down on the time and costs associated with your guests being in attendance, they’ll most certainly appreciate the convenience!

With our catering packages, you can be assured that the overall design of your wedding will be personified through our “clean, simple, sexy” style.   Your guests will not only be blown away by our urban-chic aesthetic, but by the food creations we’ve been innovating for the past 9 years.  With our dedication to pure and wholesome ingredients, our signature food can accommodate any lifestyle.

Our event coordination can include coordination of rentals, linens, floral design & decor, photography & film, lighting, and entertainment.