Five Flowers Catering

11/17/2025

The bakery is up and running for the holidays!

Here you go, friends. As always, please read the FAQs below before you order. Almost everything can be answered there 🙂

Also note: I may not get to your message/order right away and I appreciate your patience while you wait for confirmation.

🍁🍁🍁 IMPORTANT NOTE 🍁🍁🍁
You MUST indicate your dietary needs or preferences when you order (egg allergies, gluten-free, vegan, no sesame, etc.). I use a lot of alternative products with unusual ingredients, so it's extremely important that I know what you can and can't have. All ingredients will be listed on your items as well.

🍁 HOW DO I ORDER?
ORDER BY SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 23 at 5:00 p.m.
Send a message to the Five Flowers Gluten-Free Bakery page to order. Prices, packaging, and varieties listed are valid only through November 26, 2025.

🍁 WHEN DO I PICK UP?
WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 26
Kankakee at 6:30 p.m.
Gilman 4:00 p.m. (time is flexible, but must be before 4) Gilman pick up is also available before 12:00 p.m. on Thanksgiving day.
Complete instructions and locations will be confirmed with your order.

🍁 HOW DO I PAY FOR MY GOODIES?
Cash is preferred. Venmo or PayPal (Friends and Family with no fees) are the only electronic payments available.

🍁 CAN I GET SOMETHING THAT ISN'T ON THE MENU?
Unfortunately, no off-menu items are available during the holiday week.

🍁 WILL YOU HAVE ANYTHING AVAILABLE IF I DON'T ORDER?
Anything left after orders have been filled will be available at either pick up location. Items and quantities will be limited.

🍁 CAN I FREEZE MY GOODIES?
When properly stored, most items freeze and thaw very well with little or no effect on the quality. Always use a bag or container meant for freezer storage to avoid freezer burn and/or loss of quality and taste.

🍁 IS *EVERYTHING* GLUTEN-FREE?
Everything is ALWAYS gluten-free! Everything on this menu is also egg-free, dairy-free, and vegan, with the exception of some sugar cookie decorations that contain confectioner's glaze.

🍁 ARE THERE NUTS IN ANYTHING?
I do not use nut flours in anything, but I do use nuts of all kinds in my kitchen, including some alternative products that contain coconut. Please see the important note at the top of this list.

🍁 WHAT ABOUT OTHER ALLERGENS?
If you have ANY food allergy, please let me know and I will take more-than-reasonable precautions to keep your treats safe 🙂 If you have a severe food allergy, please consider carefully before ordering. While I am happy to accommodate your needs to the best of my ability, I cannot guarantee anything other than your baked goods being gluten-free, egg-free, and dairy-free.

🍁 Do not hesitate to ask any questions I have not covered here!

11/02/2025

Hello, friends! It's been awhile, hasn't it? I'll be up and running for the holiday season very shortly, so stay tuned for menus and pick up dates for November and December 🦃🎄

04/02/2025

Hello, foodie friends 🙂

I have some news to share, and I have avoided it far too long.

We have had an amazing 2 years serving our community and yours, and it has been an absolute honor to be a part of so many incredible events.

Unfortunately, the hectic schedule and long hours required just aren't sustainable for either of us. Food truck life is mentally and physically exhausting, and we aren't spring chickens LOL

For now, rather than closing this chapter completely, we will be drastically reducing our 2025 availability and limit our bookings to local, one-day events, with a few possible exceptions.

Thanks so much for your understanding and support. This was not an easy decision to make, but it was necessary.

Karri & Erik

12/19/2024

Hey, there, foodie friends... You have one more day to get your orders in! Please contact Five Flowers Gluten-Free Bakery to order or if you have any questions 🙂

Pick up on Monday, 12/23
Gluten-free, egg-free, and dairy-free and vegan!
Order by FRIDAY, DECEMBER 20

FAQs below for all the info you need ⬇️

🎄🎄🎄 IMPORTANT NOTE 🎄🎄🎄
You MUST indicate your dietary needs or preferences when you order (egg allergies, gluten-free, vegan, no sesame, etc.). I use a lot of alternative products with unusual ingredients, so it's extremely important that I know what you can and can't have. All ingredients will be listed on your items as well.

🎄 HOW DO I ORDER?
Send a message to the Five Flowers Gluten-Free Bakery page to order by FRIDAY, DECEMBER 20 at 5:00 p.m. NO EXCEPTIONS. I may not get back to you immediately, but I will get your order. Order early for the best selection as some items will sell out before the deadline. Prices, packaging, and varieties listed are valid only through December 23, 2024.

🎄 WHEN DO I PICK UP?
Pick up in Kankakee, Gilman, and Rantoul will be Monday, December 23.Time is TBD, but generally it is in the late afternoon or early evening.

You also have the option to pick up in Gilman on Tuesday, December 24.

Please remember that I drive 30 miles each way to and from Kankakee, then another 30+ miles to and from Rantoul, so your grace and patience is appreciated, especially if there is inclement weather. If you have a hard and fast time you need to have your items, pick up times in Gilman have the most flexibility and can usually be arranged around your schedule.

🎄 HOW DO I PAY FOR MY GOODIES?
Cash is preferred and I always have change. However, I can take cards, Apple Pay, Venmo, etc.

🎄 CAN I GET SOMETHING THAT ISN'T ON THE MENU?
Due to the volume of orders I get during the holidays, I am unable to provide anything not listed on this menu.

🎄 WILL YOU HAVE ANYTHING AVAILABLE IF I DON'T ORDER?
If there are any extra items after all orders have been filled, they will be available in Kankakee and Rantoul. Remaining items will be in Gilman and can be picked up on Tuesday, December 24.

🎄 CAN I FREEZE MY GOODIES?
When properly stored, most items freeze and thaw very well with little or no effect on the quality. Always use a bag or container meant for freezer storage to avoid freezer burn and/or loss of quality and taste.

🎄 IS *EVERYTHING* GLUTEN-FREE?
Everything is gluten-free! Everything is also egg-free, dairy-free, and vegan, with the exception of some sugar cookie decorations that contain confectioner's glaze.

🎄 ARE THERE NUTS IN ANYTHING?
I do not use nut flours in anything, but I do use nuts of all kinds in my kitchen, including some alternative products that contain coconut. Please see the important note at the top of this list.

🎄 WHAT ABOUT OTHER ALLERGENS?
If you have ANY food allergy, please let me know and I will take more-than-reasonable precautions to keep your treats safe 🙂 If you have a severe food allergy, please consider carefully before ordering. While I am happy to accommodate your needs to the best of my ability, I cannot guarantee anything other than your baked goods being gluten-free, egg-free, and dairy-free.

🎄 Do not hesitate to ask any questions I have not covered here!

12/15/2024

Hey there, foodie friends! The Christmas menu for Five Flowers Gluten-Free Bakery is now available ⬇️⬇️⬇️

The Christmas menu is here! It's a little late, but it's packed with lots of favorites 😋 Please read the FAQs below for all the details and info you need ⬇️

🎄🎄🎄 IMPORTANT NOTE 🎄🎄🎄
You MUST indicate your dietary needs or preferences when you order (egg allergies, gluten-free, vegan, no sesame, etc.). I use a lot of alternative products with unusual ingredients, so it's extremely important that I know what you can and can't have. All ingredients will be listed on your items as well.

🎄 HOW DO I ORDER?
Send a message to the Five Flowers Gluten-Free Bakery page to order by FRIDAY, DECEMBER 20 at 5:00 p.m. NO EXCEPTIONS. I may not get back to you immediately, but I will get your order. Order early for the best selection as some items will sell out before the deadline. Prices, packaging, and varieties listed are valid only through December 23, 2024.

🎄 WHEN DO I PICK UP?
Pick up in Kankakee, Gilman, and Rantoul will be Monday, December 23.Time is TBD, but generally it is in the late afternoon or early evening.

You also have the option to pick up in Gilman on Tuesday, December 24.

Please remember that I drive 30 miles each way to and from Kankakee, then another 30+ miles to and from Rantoul, so your grace and patience is appreciated, especially if there is inclement weather. If you have a hard and fast time you need to have your items, pick up times in Gilman have the most flexibility and can usually be arranged around your schedule.

🎄 HOW DO I PAY FOR MY GOODIES?
Cash is preferred and I always have change. However, I can take cards, Apple Pay, Venmo, etc.

🎄 CAN I GET SOMETHING THAT ISN'T ON THE MENU?
Due to the volume of orders I get during the holidays, I am unable to provide anything not listed on this menu.

🎄 WILL YOU HAVE ANYTHING AVAILABLE IF I DON'T ORDER?
If there are any extra items after all orders have been filled, they will be available in Kankakee and Rantoul. Remaining items will be in Gilman and can be picked up on Tuesday, December 24.

🎄 CAN I FREEZE MY GOODIES?
When properly stored, most items freeze and thaw very well with little or no effect on the quality. Always use a bag or container meant for freezer storage to avoid freezer burn and/or loss of quality and taste.

🎄 IS *EVERYTHING* GLUTEN-FREE?
Everything is gluten-free! Everything is also egg-free, dairy-free, and vegan, with the exception of some sugar cookie decorations that contain confectioner's glaze.

🎄 ARE THERE NUTS IN ANYTHING?
I do not use nut flours in anything, but I do use nuts of all kinds in my kitchen, including some alternative products that contain coconut. Please see the important note at the top of this list.

🎄 WHAT ABOUT OTHER ALLERGENS?
If you have ANY food allergy, please let me know and I will take more-than-reasonable precautions to keep your treats safe 🙂 If you have a severe food allergy, please consider carefully before ordering. While I am happy to accommodate your needs to the best of my ability, I cannot guarantee anything other than your baked goods being gluten-free, egg-free, and dairy-free.

🎄 Do not hesitate to ask any questions I have not covered here!

12/14/2024

It's our LAST STOP OF THE YEAR today from 10-3 at The Grove in Bourbonnais!

If you're chilly, how about a Candy Cane Cocoa made with premium Ghirardelli hot cocoa? Maybe you'd like a Caramello Coffee or a Chai Latte instead 🙂

The menu today also has chicken and waffles, waffle dogs, desserts, and baked potatoes 😋

See you there!

11/23/2024

Don't forget to order your goodies for Thanksgiving!

Happy Saturday, friends! 2 more days to order 🙂

11/18/2024

Hey, friends! I'm baking for Thanksgiving! Please message Five Flowers Gluten-Free Bakery if you need anything 🙂

*Mariah Carey voice* It's TIIIIME!

Boy, I haven't baked for you all in more than a little while, have I? 🫤 Well, let's fix that and get you some goodies for Thanksgiving 🍁

Please read the FAQs below before you order. Almost everything can be answered there 🙂

🍁🍁🍁 IMPORTANT NOTE 🍁🍁🍁
You MUST indicate your dietary needs or preferences when you order (egg allergies, gluten-free, vegan, no sesame, etc.). I use a lot of alternative products with unusual ingredients, so it's extremely important that I know what you can and can't have. All ingredients will be listed on your items as well.

🍁 HOW DO I ORDER?
ORDER BY MONDAY, NOVEMBER 25 at 5:00 p.m.
Send a message to the Five Flowers Gluten-Free Bakery page to order. I may not get back to you immediately, but I will get your order. Late orders may not be honored and I may need to change or update this menu to reflect product availability BEFORE the order deadline. I am a one man show, and I can only do so much 😳 Order early for the best selection! Prices, packaging, and varieties listed are valid only through November 27, 2024.

🍁 WHEN DO I PICK UP?
Pick up will be on WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 27 in Kankakee, Gilman, and Rantoul. Times and locations are TBD no later than Monday the 25th, and I will update this post when they are settled. For your reference, it is generally in the late afternoon or early evening.

🍁 HOW DO I PAY FOR MY GOODIES?
Cash is preferred and I always have change. However, I can take cards, Apple Pay, Venmo, etc.

🍁 CAN I GET SOMETHING THAT ISN'T ON THE MENU?
During holiday order weeks, my general answer is, "No." However, large quantities of cookies (3 dozen of the same), cupcakes by the dozen (all the same), cakes, coffee cakes, and other whole-batch items may be available. Just ask and ask early... The closer it is to the deadline, the more likely I will have to actually say, "No."

🍁 WILL YOU HAVE ANYTHING AVAILABLE IF I DON'T ORDER?
Anything left over after all orders are filled and picked up will be available at the Kankakee pick up location. Afterwards, remaining items will be available in Gilman.

🍁 CAN I FREEZE MY GOODIES?
When properly stored, most items freeze and thaw very well with little or no effect on the quality. Always use a bag or container meant for freezer storage to avoid freezer burn and/or loss of quality and taste.

🍁 IS *EVERYTHING* GLUTEN-FREE?
Everything is ALWAYS gluten-free! Everything is also egg-free, dairy-free, and vegan, with the exception of some sugar cookie decorations that contain confectioner's glaze.

🍁 ARE THERE NUTS IN ANYTHING?
I do not use nut flours in anything, but I do use nuts of all kinds in my kitchen, including some alternative products that contain coconut. Please see the important note at the top of this list.

🍁 WHAT ABOUT OTHER ALLERGENS?
If you have ANY food allergy, please let me know and I will take more-than-reasonable precautions to keep your treats safe 🙂 If you have a severe food allergy, please consider carefully before ordering. While I am happy to accommodate your needs to the best of my ability, I cannot guarantee anything other than your baked goods being gluten-free, egg-free, and dairy-free.

🍁 Do not hesitate to ask any questions I have not covered here!

11/18/2024

Hey, friends... I've been expecting to hear from several people via email about upcoming events, but I think there is an issue with my Yahoo inbox. I'm trying to figure out what's going on. Please accept my apologies.