IN THE NEWS

  • Government Contracting

    Institutional Food Supply

    Chicago Flavas delivers large-scale food supply and distribution solutions for government agencies and institutional environments. Our infrastructure supports high-volume operations, disciplined procurement processes, and consistent delivery aligned with public-sector performance standards. We provide wholesale ingredients, prepared food solutions, and scalable support for structured meal programs.

  • State & Municipal Partnerships

    In January 2026, Chicago Flavas was awarded a large contract with the Illinois Department of Corrections, marking a significant milestone in our expansion into institutional food supply. We have also supported the Illinois Department of Human Services, along with municipal and county agencies across Illinois, demonstrating our capacity to perform under structured government procurement environments.

  • Compliance & Operational Readiness

    Chicago Flavas operates with systems designed to meet the requirements of government contracts, including food safety compliance, vendor traceability, and performance-based service delivery. Our team maintains strong supplier relationships and scalable logistics infrastructure to ensure dependable execution in regulated institutional settings.

CMMA NETWORK EVENT WITH GOVERNMENT AND SMALL BUSINESSES

SUCCESS


Chicago Flavas’ success is rooted in the strength of our partnerships. By delivering reliable service, quality products, and scalable solutions, we have earned the trust of government agencies, corporate partners, and community organizations across Illinois. Our Success is listed Below

Valuable Customers Chinese Mutal Aid Association

Valuable Customers Chicago Cook County Forest Preserve

Valuable Customers Chicago Transit Authority ( CTA)

Valuable Customers Uptown Chamber Chicago

Valuable Customers Department of Human Services (DHS)

Valuable Customers Department of Illinois Corrections (IDOC)

Valuable Customers Chicago Public Schools

Valuable Customers COM ED DIVERSITY

Valuable Customers Chase Bank

Valuable Customers Anheuser-Brush Beer

Valuable Customers via Walmart Marketplace worldwide Thank you for continuing to purchase

CMAA END OF THE YEAR EVENT 2024


Mentors & Business Advisors (Chinese Mutual Association Aid): Edgar Jimenez and Ian Quan—trusted guides providing strategic support, practical business advice, and ongoing mentorship to help Chicago Flava grow sustainably.

City of Chicago Treasurer Melissa Conyears-Ervin — with gratitude for recognizing Chicago Flavas with the 2024 Chicago Star Award for Small Business and for celebrating the impact of local entrepreneurs across Chicago.

BWTT- Building Wealth Today for Tomorrow

Chicago Star BWTT


City of Chicago Treasurer Melissa Conyers-Ervin — Thank you for your continued support of Chicago Flavas and for again recognizing our work with the 2025 Chicago Star Award for Small Business, uplifting local entrepreneurs and the communities we serve.

National ACE

National ACE — thank you for the opportunity to participate in your small business owner roundtable and for creating space for meaningful conversation and growth.

McDonald’s — thank you for hosting the roundtable at your Chicago Global Headquarters and for supporting local small businesses.

Dominic Sanchez, Grub Senior Manager, Government Affairs — thank you for your leadership and support in bringing this opportunity together and championing small business owners.

CMAA Mentor & Advisor Ian Quan


National ACE (CMAA) & McDonald’s Headquarters Roundtable — thank you for the opportunity to join the small business owner roundtable hosted at McDonald’s Chicago Global Headquarters. Special thanks to Ian Quan for the invitation, support, and continued mentorship.

Just another Mentor Day with Edgar Jimenez, BUSINESS ADVISOR AND MENTOR




Edgar Jimenez — thank you for being consistently available to help, whether it’s a quick question or a bigger challenge. Your guidance, encouragement, and willingness to jump in means a lot to Chicago Flava,
Your responsiveness, insight, and steady support mean a lot to Chicago Flava.