About Bespoke Cuisine

Bespoke Cuisine is a boutique caterer serving the Chicago metro area. We are a women-owned small business that offers the one-to-one customer service and attention to detail that sets us apart from the competition.

THE OWNERS

Kim Shambrook, Executive Chef/Owner
Making a career change from the corporate world, Kim pursued a life-long passion and received her culinary training from Kendall College in Evanston. In her previous life she was Vice President of Operations at closerlook, Inc., a new media firm, and held numerous executive positions with the National Association of Realtors and other professional associations. She also holds BA and master's degrees in Education, and puts that training and experience to work at Bespoke's popular Cooking Parties.

Jeannie Lukow, Owner
Jeannie leads Bespoke's front-of-house operations, including event planning and menu development, as well as marketing. After graduating from Michigan State University, Jeannie built a 15-year career in marketing communications, much of it spent in association management. Her most recent position was as Managing Director of Marketing & Communications for the National Association of Realtors. Her extensive world travels have contributed to her love of global cuisine which is evident in Bespoke's menu. In her spare time, Jeannie serves as a founding board member of Porchlight Music Theatre Chicago.

THE STAFF

Charissa Armon, Event Associate
Charissa works with clients to create delicious menus and fabulous events. She is an accomplished actor working around Chicagoland with theatres such as Chicago Shakespeare Theatre, Porchlight Music Theatre, Victory Gardens Theatre, Apple Tree Theatre, Pheasant Run, and others. She is a graduate of Michigan State University.