Why Teams Love This
The holidays are more than parties — they’re a moment to reconnect.
Our Taste & Talk Holiday Edition brings your team together through a curated meal and guided dialogue that strengthens trust, gratitude, and collaboration.
Connected Teams
Local Food
Zero Hassle
We handle the meal, conversation framework, and setup so your people can simply show up and connect.
Choose Your Experience
Offer A — Taste & Talk (On-Site Experience)
A 60-minute guided dialogue paired with a chef-curated meal from Diverse Dining.
Your team shares authentic conversation, laughter, and insight — without the stress of planning.
Packages for ~20 people:

Offer B — Diverse Dining Holiday Boxes
Curated gift boxes featuring local, minority-owned makers across treats, wellness, and pantry categories.
Every purchase fuels community connection and small-business growth.

Offer C — Catering by Diverse Dining Market
From chef-curated meals to signature smoked BBQ, Diverse Dining Market offers seasonal menus through our collective of local food entrepreneurs — including favorites like Mister BBQ.
Perfect for office lunches, client thank-yous, or team celebrations.

Book Early — Limited November & December Dates
Corporate wellness and ERG budgets often go unused — let’s turn yours into something meaningful.
Secure your Taste & Talk, Catering, or Holiday Box package today to guarantee your date and pricing.
Frequently Asked Questions
We offer balanced menu options for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and halal-friendly guests. All substitutions are equal or greater in value.
What if we have dietary needs or allergies?
A rotating mix of local treats, artisan products, and small-batch pantry favorites from Milwaukee-area and minority-owned makers. Each box includes team activities and conversation starter cards to spark connection and gratitude. Contents vary seasonally for freshness.
What’s inside the Holiday Boxes?
Yes — add a personalized note card, branded label, or message from leadership to make each box special.
Can we customize the boxes or add our logo?
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Taste & Talk — 10 business days
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Holiday Boxes — 10–15 business days
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Catering — 7–10 business days (minimum)
How much lead time do you need?
A 50 % deposit secures your booking; balance due 5 business days before delivery or shipment.
What are the payment terms?
Each set contains 5–7 short, reflective prompts that help teams share gratitude and personal insights during meetings or lunches.
How do the conversation starters work?
About Us
Founded by Emerald Mills, Diverse Dining bridges culture and connection through food. From corporate experiences to community events, we’ve helped hundreds of teams move beyond statements to real relationships.
Real Change = Real Relationships.

