

Meet Chef Wanda and Chef Freddie,
the founders who built FHK on love, tradition, and integrity.
Hear how we work to feed the mind, body, and spirit...
one delicious bite at a time.
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Fatso Hard Kitchen is a 100% woman-owned, premier Chicago catering company. We are dedicated to curating unforgettable dining experiences where food transcends the plate; it's how we unite people and celebrate the spirit of excellence.
We deliver simple, hearty comfort food infused with bold flavors, using only the freshest ingredients, and crafting every dish with care. We believe great food should nourish the mind, body, and spirit. Our dining experiences are built around our core values: love, tradition, integrity, family, and quality service.
Fatso Hard Kitchen was born from family, memory, and love. Raised by grandparents after losing her mother as a child, Chef Wanda grew up surrounded by uncles who became father figures. One uncle, tall and unforgettable, earned the nickname "Fatso", a name that later came to her in a dream and became our brand.
Today, Fatso Hard Kitchen carries forward that spirit of love, resilience, and connection. Every dish we create is part of a legacy that proves food is more than sustenance, it's family, tradition, and belonging.
Comfort Classics Remixed
Innovative Flavor
Thoughtfully Detailed
Fatso Hard Kitchen was born from family, memory, and love. Raised by grandparents after losing her mother as a child, Chef Wanda grew up surrounded by uncles who became father figures. One uncle, tall and unforgettable, earned the nickname "Fatso", a name that later came to her in a dream and became our brand.
Today, Fatso Hard Kitchen carries forward that spirit of love, resilience, and connection. Every dish we create is part of a legacy that proves food is more than sustenance, it's family, tradition, and belonging.
Comfort Classics Remixed
Innovative Flavor
Thoughtfully Detailed
