• 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

    Explore Catering 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

    Our Business Incubator

Welcome to El Alba Cooperative

Chef presenting gourmet appetizers, including fried chicken, plantain tostones, and a bowl of crispy bites with a dipping sauce on a restaurant table.

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!

Catering Services

A chef wearing a white hat and black apron placing a pizza in a commercial oven with a peel in a kitchen.

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.

Incubator Model

Man holding tray of freshly baked goods in kitchen.

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.

Commissary Kitchen Rentals