Gather & Graze creates refined, chef-driven dining experiences for private dinners, intimate celebrations, and full-scale events.
Led by award-winning chef Adam Altnether and his wife Lili Altnether
From intimate dinners to large-scale events, Gather & Graze offers boutique catering and private chef services designed around your vision and your menu.
What we do
- Elegant plated dinners
- Three and Four course meals
- Lively passed appetizers & grazing stations
- Full-service buffets
Every detail—from setup to breakdown—is handled with care. Servers and staffing are available upon request. Pricing varies depending on menu, staffing, and event size.
At the heart of Gather & Graze is the husband-and-wife team Adam and Lili Altnether, whose shared love for food, hospitality, and meaningful experiences is the foundation of Gather & Graze.
Chef Adam Altnether brings over two decades of culinary excellence to the table. A graduate of the Culinary Institute of America in Hyde Park, New York, Adam’s career began at Niche in St. Louis, where he later opened Taste and helped expand the Niche Food Group. He went on to serve as team chef for the St. Louis Cardinals, and in 2019, opened Elmwood in Maplewood before taking on his current role running the food program at Side Project Brewery and serving as team chef for the St. Louis Blues.
Behind the scenes, Lili curates menus, coordinates events, and brings a refined eye to every Gather & Graze experience. A the daughter of restaurant owners, hospitality runs deep in her roots. Her attention to detail and care for each client ensures that every event feels intentional, personal, and seamless.
Meet the Team
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Together, Adam and Lili blend their talents to serve longtime clients of Gather & Graze.
Alongside their beautiful daughter, they continue to grow the brand with a shared vision: to bring people together through exceptional food and hospitality.
Forbes 40 under 40
Cutthroat Kitchen
Art Culinaire
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