Friend of Chef (FOC) is a full-service hospitality advisory firm that partners with developers, investors, chefs, restaurateurs, municipalities, and brands to transform some of the world’s most iconic destinations and neighborhoods. With a focus on best-in-class hospitality, FOC creates experiences that bring people together through food, drink, and connection.
Beyond its advisory work, FOC also provides white-glove catering and event services tailored to each client—whether an intimate dinner or a grand celebration. Their approach combines warmth, creativity, and meticulous attention to detail, ensuring every event feels both personal and extraordinary.
FOC’s specialties include:
- Mixology – Collaborating with leading bartenders and liquor brands to craft unique, one-of-a-kind cocktails.
- Chef-Curated Menus – Leveraging a vast network of renowned chefs and culinary creatives to design menus that elevate any occasion.
- Sustainability – Prioritizing local, organic, and responsibly sourced ingredients while committing to zero-waste practices.
Friend of Chef (FOC) collaborates with an extensive network of influential partners across hospitality, culture, real estate, and lifestyle. Their partnerships include some of the world’s most iconic institutions—such as The Met, Lincoln Center, the Whitney Museum, Pérez Art Museum Miami, and The Broad—as well as celebrated restaurants and groups like Tatiana by Kwame Onwuachi, Via Carota, Union Square Hospitality Group, Boka Restaurant Group, NoHo Hospitality, and Lettuce Entertain You.
