• A variety of international foods including steamed dumplings in a bamboo steamer, three burritos on a white plate, bowls of curry with herbs, colorful tacos with cabbage and lime, and a spice tray.

    Delicious, multicultural catering that supports entrepreneurs in your community

    El Alba’s professional catering services reflect the cultural heritage of our cooks, often using recipes passed down from generation to generation

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  • Daily Coffee + Menu Specials? Absolutely!

    Stop in to our grab-and-go café Mon-Fri, 7:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. for freshly brewed coffee, and easy (delicious!) breakfast options

  • Two chefs in a commercial kitchen preparing food, with pots on the stove and ingredients on the counter.

    On a mission to support Aurora-based food entrepreneurs

    We help Aurora-based entrepreneurs start and operate their food-based operations with access to essential business and marketing resources

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    Flexible Kitchen Rentals for Local Food Entrepreneurs

    Discover Aurora’s premier commissary kitchen — book your space and grow your food venture today.

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Catering Menus

Our wide variety of delicious menu options reflect the cultural heritage of our cooks, often using recipes passed down from generation to generation. Choose from standard menu items or make a special request!

Mexican street corn on skewers, topped with cheese, cilantro, and chili powder, served with a lime wedge on a white plate.

Hispanic Cusine

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African Cuisine

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Asian Cuisine

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At its core, El Alba Cooperative offers delicious, multicultural food options for all your catering needs. View our cuisines, sample menus and learn about our chefs. Start planning your next event here!

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El Alba’s mission is to foster, nourish, and promote Aurora-based food entrepreneurs by creating a network of shared resources, knowledge, and revenue-generating opportunities that empower sustainable growth.

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In need of commissary kitchen space rental for your production needs? We offer short and long-term solutions for established food-based businesses. Learn more about our fully-equipped shared space in North Aurora.

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