History of D'Masti Catering Inc

For over 70 years, D'Masti Catering's team of experienced and creative professionals have been creating unforgettable events! 

Dan “Poppie” Mastantuono Sr. worked for the University Club of Chicago before starting his own business in 1946. 

He was a familiar  face at the Fulton Market for years, and was once featured on local  television in that setting. His biggest honor was to be blessed by the Pope when the company prepared the only formal dinner for the Papal entourage upon their visit to Chicago. He loved coming in to  work until he passed way at the age of 87 in 1986.

Dan Mast, second generation and executive chef / consultant emeritus, took culinary courses  at Purdue University and the Culinary Institute of America. Mast also studied pastry,  chocolate making and ice carving under John Zenker (famed pastry check and best known for making President Kennedy’s birthday cake). He is one of the founders, and past president, of the International Caterers Association. He and third generation Kathy, Mark, Craig and Laura  work to continue what “Poppie” founded. 

Mark Mast, Operations and Sales Manager, he taught food service management, sanitation and purchasing at Moraine Valley Community College. He currently sits on the Advisory Board for Moraine Valley Community College. He was one of the event coordinators for the 2002 Winter Olympics in Park City, UT.

Kathy Mast studied design at the International Academy of Design and acts as the Event Coordination Manager.

Elliott McCarty, chef, received his degree at The Cooking and Hospitality Institute of Chicago. He also was a chef at the 2002 Winter Olympic Games in Park City, UT.