Real food

seasonal × Regional

 
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our story 

Wild Carrot Cooking Company is a food trailer based out of Waterman, IL. Our menu focuses on locally sourced ingredients, handmade into seasonal dishes. Our goal is to provide our small community with thoughtfully crafted food, while supporting local businesses and farmers along the way. Due to our small space and the unpredictable nature of our business all items are available on a “first come, first serve” basis. In an effort to keep our planet healthy, all of our retail packaging is eco-friendly.

We are located at 228 west Lincoln Highway in Waterman, IL. Our hours of operation are:

Monday 4-7 pm (while supplies last)

Thursday 4-7 pm (while supplies last)

Saturday 7-11 am (while supplies last)

*Please note: Our hours of operation will vary in the summer, as we travel around surrounding communities.

*We accept cash, credit cards and Apple Pay.

 

PHONE
(815) 761-9902

EMAIL
Wildcarrotcooking@gmail.com 

Monday, October 13th, 2025 from 4 - 7 pm (while supplies last)

  • Basil Chicken Sandwich- Toasted ciabatta baguette, oven roasted chicken, mozzarella and parmesan, fresh spinach, roasted red peppers, pesto aioli, balsamic reduction

    $10

  • Lasagna Soup- Fire roasted tomatoes, onions, roasted garlic, Italian sausage, Lasagna noodles, a touch of heavy cream, pesto ricotta topping

    Pint- $6 Quart- $10

  • Autumn Tortellini Salad- Cheese tortellini, shredded kale, roasted butternut squash, roasted apples, pumpkin seeds, maple apple cider vinaigrette

    Small- $5 Large- $8

  • Tuxedo Pudding Pie- Buttery graham cracker crust, chocolate and vanilla pudding, whipped cream

    $5

Thursday, October 16th, 2025 from 4- 7 pm (while supplies last)

  • Baked Potato Bar- Large russet potato filled with your choice of toppings. Everything includes: butter, sour cream, bacon, cheddar cheese, green onions

    $2

    Add Chili or Broccoli Cheddar Soup +$2

  • Broccoli Cheddar Soup- Fresh broccoli, onion, garlic, cheddar cheese, heavy cream, vegetable stock

    Pint- $6 Quart- $10

  • Mediterranean Quinoa Salad- Quinoa, chickpeas, cucumber, tomato, fresh parsley, kalamata olives, feta cheese, red wine oregano vinaigrette

    Small- $5 Large- $8

  • Cookie Bar

    $3

Saturday, October 18th, 2025 from 7 - 11 am (while supplies last)

  • Bacon, Egg, and Cheddar English Muffin Sandwich with Maple Cayenne Dipping Sauce

    $8

  • Avocado Toast- Artisan bread, mashed avocado, over easy egg, queso fresco, in house pickled red onion, chili crunch oil

    $7

  • Breakfast Grits- Parmesan and cheddar grits, bacon, over easy egg, green onions, everything bagel seasoning

    Small- $5 Large- $10

  • Apple Yogurt Parfait- Whole milk yogurt, homemade apple compote, maple walnut granola

    $6

Contact Us

 
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ABOUT us

Chef Josh Koroscik graduated from Robert Morris University with an associates degree in culinary arts in 2011. Since 2007, he has worked in variety of kitchen roles including casual and fine dining, health care, private dinners and large events. His wife, Rachel, graduated from Northern Illinois University in 2014 with a Bachelors in Public Health. She has worked as a healthy culinary instructor since 2015. Together they believe in using their food to bring people joy and enrich those around them. Food is their passion, their profession, and their hobby. They hope to share their love of food with their sons Beck and Charlie.