Chef Michael Feker Brings Gratitude, Flavor, and Purpose to the Table This Thanksgiving

MILWAUKEE, WI (November 19, 2025) — This Thanksgiving season, celebrated Milwaukee chef, restaurateur, and culinary educator Michael Feker is inviting families to savor more than just a meal; he’s inviting them to savor the meaning of gratitude.

Stress-Free, Chef-Prepared Thanksgiving Turkeys

This year, Chef Feker is making Thanksgiving easier and more flavorful than ever. While his restaurants will be closed on Thanksgiving Day, families can still bring his signature holiday magic home. Chef Feker is offering fully seasoned, ready-to-bake turkeys—expertly prepared, perfectly portioned at 10–12 pounds, and complete with simple cooking instructions so you can just place them in the oven and enjoy your day without worry.

To make the holiday table even more special, guests can also purchase Chef’s homemade gravy and enjoy his private-label wine at half price for Thanksgiving.

Pickup will take place on Wednesday, November 26th, from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m., at either:

• IL MITO Wauwatosa – 6913 W. North Ave, Wauwatosa, WI 53213
• IL MITO Café Delafield – 515 Wells Street, Delafield, WI 53018

To order:

• Email: specialevents@ilmito.com
• Call: 414-443-1414 (weekdays, 10 a.m.–4 p.m.)

A Meal with a Mission: Support the Flavor Soldier Program

In the true spirit of Thanksgiving, 10% of all turkey sale proceeds will support the CHEF Foundation’s Flavor Soldier Program, which empowers individuals to use food as a force for healing, education, and unity.

The Flavor Soldier Program, founded by Feker, equips people to share love through food by teaching skills, confidence, and creativity that inspire others to cook with gratitude and purpose.

“When you purchase one of our turkeys, you’re doing more than feeding your family; you’re helping feed a mission,” Feker explains. “You’re joining a movement that believes flavor can change lives.”

Those who feel inspired to contribute beyond or outside of a turkey purchase may donate directly to the Flavor Soldier Program here: https://www.cheffeker.com/donate

A Chef in Your Kitchen: Private In-Home Dining

These private events allow guests to bring Chef Feker and his team directly into their kitchens for a night of exquisite, custom-crafted dining without lifting a finger. Since 2010, Chef Feker has brought his culinary artistry directly into homes across Wisconsin through private, custom in-home dinners.

Each experience may include:

• Chef Feker cooking in your home
• A dedicated assistant for seamless service
• A custom-created menu
• Optional wine or beer pairings
• Full table setup (china, linens, glassware)
• Private label olive oil or wine gift bags

“Food is a universal language,” says Feker. “When I cook in someone’s home, I’m not just feeding them, I’m helping them experience the joy and gratitude that food was always meant to bring.”

During warmer months, these experiences often extend to lakefront gatherings, where guests enjoy appetizers and drinks with Chef before heading out on their boats, returning to a custom dinner waiting on shore. As the seasons turn colder, families are booking cozy, elegant evenings indoors, perfect for intimate celebrations, anniversaries, or simply bringing loved ones together around a shared table.

To book an in-home dining experience, email specialevents@ilmito.com or call (414) 443-1414.

NOTE: This press release was submitted to Urban Milwaukee and was not written by an Urban Milwaukee writer. While it is believed to be reliable, Urban Milwaukee does not guarantee its accuracy or completeness.