Owner Chef Michael was born & raised in Manitowoc County, WI. He has been in the food service industry since he was 14 years old. With his thirst for knowledge and his desire to expand his talents he quickly learned all the aspects of any restaurant in which he has worked. in 1986 Michael graduated from Fox Valley Technical College with a degree in Culinary Arts. He then went on to a journeymenship at the Drake Hotel in Chicago for 3 years. In 1993 Michael and his wife Debbie purchased the Oaks Dining and Spirits, Merrimac WI. In 1996 they started catering and opened a retail store, Moonlight Specialties Intimate Apparel in West Baraboo. In 1997 they won Restaurateurs of the Year for Southwest Wisconsin. Due to unforeseen circumstances they closed the doors to the restaurant and continued to cater under the Elite Catering name. With continued hard work they have come to be know as creative, reliable caterers with some of the best food around. If you want an event that your guests will talk about the food as much as the party, Elite Catering is the one to call.
