Bringing people back to the dinner table, one meal at a time.

When we started this journey back in 2012, we weren’t thinking about websites or branding or growth strategies. We were thinking about tired parents. About families craving connection. About how a warm meal could turn a chaotic day into a peaceful evening.

What began as a humble effort to support people in their everyday lives has now grown into something much bigger—The Everyday Chef & Wife has become the heart behind Partage, our café, catering company, and hospitality brand based in Downtown Grand Rapids, Michigan. If you're new here, we’re so glad you found us. And if you've been with us since the beginning, welcome back.

This is the story of how we got here—and what you can expect next.

Our Beginning: The Everyday Chef & Wife

Jason started our business by going into people’s homes to prepare meals they could simply pop in the oven. It gave families a much-needed break from the stress of meal planning and a way to reconnect at the table without one more thing to manage.

Back then, it was just the two of us—Jason cooking, Kate supporting behind the scenes, dreaming together about what it could become. We slowly expanded into private dinner parties, then weddings and larger events. Over time, we became known for our personalized approach, our attention to detail, and our belief that food is never just about food—it’s about people.

For years, The Everyday Chef & Wife stood for chef-prepared meals, curated experiences, and heartfelt hospitality. And it still does.

The Birth of Partage

As our business continued to grow, we realized we needed space to expand—physically and creatively. In 2023, we opened our café and catering kitchen in Downtown Grand Rapids and gave it a name that felt like a natural extension of what we had already built: Partage, the French word for “share.”

Partage allowed us to step into new territory while staying rooted in our original mission. It also gave us room to bring on a growing team—people who share our values and passion—and to move away from the idea that it was “just Jason and Kate” doing everything (though we’re still very much in the kitchen and behind the scenes).

At Partage, we serve thoughtfully crafted breakfast and lunch in the café, design beautiful grazing tables and boxes, offer take-home meals for busy families, and cater everything from micro weddings to large-scale events. We still offer private dining experiences, too—those remain close to our hearts.

Partage is more than a café. It’s the hospitality arm of The Everyday Chef & Wife—where our hands-on, intentional service meets a team-driven, beautifully executed experience.

What You’ll Find Here on the Blog

We’re excited to have this blog space as a place to reconnect with you—especially since our old blog (sigh) vanished in the digital ether. Here, you’ll find a blend of:

Stories from the kitchen: the behind-the-scenes, the funny, the frustrating, and the fulfilling.
Recipes and inspiration: some of our favorite go-to meals or ideas for gathering.
Hosting tips: how to make any dinner feel a little more special.
Event recaps: our favorite weddings, parties, and private dinners—because we believe beautiful things deserve to be remembered.

Whether you’re looking for practical ideas or just want to feel inspired, this blog is for you.

Thank You for Being Here

If you’re reading this, we’re already connected—and that means everything to us. Whether you’ve followed us for years or just stumbled in for coffee, we’re so grateful.

And if you’re curious to explore more of what we offer, we’d love to welcome you in:

➡️ Visit the Café & View Our Menu
➡️ Learn More About Catering & Events
➡️ Order a Grazing Box or Take-Home Meal
➡️ Follow along on Instagram @thechefandwife + @experiencepartage

Here’s to more meals, more stories, and more shared moments.
—Kate & Jason