Catering Partners
Wendella has partnered with some of the finest restaurants and catering companies in Chicago to provide your event with full service food options. From a pizza party, to hors d'oeuvres to a full meal, each one offers their own distinctive, style, specialty and presentation.

Wendella is unique in Chicago, in that you are not limited to choosing our partners, if you've got a favorite caterer, that's fine with us too*!

Our partners for 2006 include:

Mozart Events Offering the finest wines and food to creating a stimulating environment for promoting an atmosphere of inspiration and creativity. 224-616-0135	Bella Bacino’s Treat your guests to authentic Chicago Style thin or stuffed Pizza or enjoy other Italian dishes and desserts. 312-201-0013	Blue Plate Catering Chicago’s premier full service caterer, Blue Plate can handle anything from light hors d’oeuvres to a full meal. For a custom tailored menu, 312-377-0925	Harry Caray’s Catering & Events Harry Caray’s specially designed menus are a unique combination of classic Chicago steakhouse and traditional Italian fare. 312-222-9200

*Please Note: While food outside of our catering partners is allowed, your provider must: Supply us with a current Certificate of Insurance. Agree to abide by our Vendor Security Policies. Keep staff on the boat during the event.

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Bar Packages
Wendella offers a full-selection of liquors, beer and wine. Our uniformed bartenders are experienced in mixing your guests' favorite cocktails. The polished granite bar will provide a sophisticated touch to the event.

NON-ALCOHOLIC Juice, Soda and Coffee. $8 per person (2 hrs) $10 per person (3 hrs) Unlimited soft drinks, juice and soda Featuring Coca-Cola Products Dasani Bottled Water Ginger Ale Club Soda Cranberry Juice Orange Juice Tomato Juice Coffee	BEER AND WINE $15 per person (2 hrs) $18 per person (3 hrs) Juice, Soda and Coffee Package PLUS Beer and Wine BEER: Miller Lite (draught) Miller Genuine Draft (draught) O’Douls (cans) Guinness(cans) Sam Adams (draught) Hofbrau (draught) WINE: Meridian Chardonnay Meridian Merlot Meridian Cabernet Sauvignon Beringer White Zinfandel "Rustico" Prosecco Sparkling Wine

FULL BAR Premium Beer, Wine and Liquor $21 per person (2 hrs) $24 per person (3 hrs) SPECIALTY DRINKS : Martell Cognac, Baileys Irish Cream and Amaretto, Kahlua GIN: Bombay Dry RUM: Capt Morgan Spiced and Bacardi SCOTCH: Dewars White Label TEQUILA: Cuervo Gold VODKA: Absolut WHISKEY: Jameson's, Jack Daniel’s and Seagram's 7BEER:Guinness (cans) Hofbrau (draught) Miller Genuine Draft (draught) Miller Lite (draught) Samuel Adams (draught) O’Douls (cans) WINE:Meridian Chardonnay Meridian Cabernet Sauvignon Beringer White Zinfandel Meridian Merlot "Rustico" Prosecco Sparkling Wine

PREMIUM VIP SERVICE A Wendella Exclusive Includes: VIP Service Extra Bartenders Drink Service Throughout the Vessel Add $2 per person to any bar package

9.75 % sales tax and 17% service charge will be added to all beverage service.
In addition to the options listed, customized packages are available.

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Other Amenities
Every event aboard the Ouilmette is treated as a special event. Our experienced staff will work hand in hand with you to create a memorable, one of a kind event. Our crew will setup the boat according to your needs, before you arrive. Our specialists can assist in everything from the designed the perfect route to decorations on the band. We can help you find the perfect band, florist, entertainer or DJ. We can provide the music by creating a musical playlist, including your personal favorites at no charge. A Wendella docent can deliver an in-depth architecture tour. The top deck can be covered against the weather. Other special touches to make your event perfect can be arranged.

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