Catering & Special Orders
Tell us about your event, and we’ll help create the perfect spread.
Quick, easy, and ready to go.
Our full catering menu is available as a downloadable PDF
Catering with Kneads and Wants
Bring the flavors of Kneads and Wants to your next gathering. Whether it’s an office lunch, a birthday party, a family celebration, or a game day spread, our catering makes it easy to share fresh, handmade food with the people you care about.
What We Offer
Platters & Packages — Grazing boards with artisan cheese, charcuterie, fruit, and vegetables; sandwich trays; salad bowls; cookies and pastries.
Sized for Sharing — Each item includes clear serving sizes in grams and people counts, so you can order with confidence.
Made with Care — Nearly everything is prepared in-house, with the same high-quality ingredients we use in the bakery every day.
Why Choose Us?
“The perfect office lunch — fresh, delicious, and stress-free.” – Local customer
Trusted by Skokie schools, businesses, and community organizations
Easy pickup in Downtown Skokie, with delivery and full-service options available
KNead Something Special?
While many of our menu items are available to order online, not everything is listed—especially custom options and items from our full catering menu.
Planning a party or event? Let Kneads & Wants handle the food! For everyday orders, use our online system. For larger events or custom catering, fill out our inquiry form and our catering expert, Madeleine, will be in touch to help create the perfect menu for your gathering.
Mornings
Looking to start the day on a delicious note? Our pastries are scratch-made daily in our kitchen and crafted to impress. Whether you're planning a meeting, family gathering, or special event, we offer a tempting assortment of sweet and savory pastries that are sure to delight your guests.
Desserts
From backyard BBQs to business lunches, our dessert platters are curated to suit your event perfectly. Each tray features an irresistible assortment of housemade treats, and we can scale them to serve groups from 10 to 200. Pickup and delivery options are available for your convenience.
Party Trays
Tailored Trays, Made Fresh Daily. Planning an event for a small team or a large crowd? Our catering trays are designed to scale, with every item made from scratch using high-quality, natural ingredients. Whether it’s pickup or delivery, we make it easy to serve something everyone will enjoy.
Lunchboxes
Each lunchbox includes your choice of sandwich, seasonal fruit, potato chips, and a jumbo cookie. Drinks are available upon request. Boxes are labeled by sandwich and stacked neatly for easy transport. Napkins and utensils are included as needed. Vegan, wheat-free, and nut-free options are available to accommodate dietary preferences.