AOC Timeline

1929

Frances and Paul Kuglitsch, Sr. begin entertaining the community at 43rd and Greenfield Ave., launching a popular neighborhood Bowling Alley, Bar and Lounge.

1940

1940’s

Kuglitsch’s thrives as a hub for West Allis and Milwaukee nightlife, boasting Liberace himself as an early regular, who would often stop in for lunch before hopping a streetcar downtown.

1952

The City of Milwaukee begins labor on the first of 13 expressways, opening Kuglitsch’s to a wider audience of celebrants. Business booms and expansion proves inevitable.

1957

Rapid growth spurs the construction of a massive building addition, to include supplemental bowling lanes, an elegant new banquet space and corresponding catering facilities.

1973

The Kuglitsch family responds to demand outside of West Milwaukee, developing yet another entertainment complex in burgeoning New Berlin.

1990

1990s

America’s taste for Texas Barbeque reaches Wisconsin, and Kuglitsch’s responds in kind. Bubb’s BBQ is born to round out the portfolio, refining the menu and technique year over year.

2004

Mark Andersen honors 75 years of unmatched service, and proposes carrying the Kuglitsch quality into the 21st century. Mark acquires the business and moves forward as All Occasions Catering, as it is known today.

2021

Today

Nearing a century leading southeast Wisconsin’s festivities, memorials, and milestones, All Occasions Catering featuring Bubb’s BBQ incorporates a growing suite of services for expertly curated events.

Our Story

We have proudly served the Milwaukee community for generations. We have a rich history and tradition of bringing people together through food.

Many things may have changed throughout the years, but one thing has always remained the same – our commitment to providing exceptional food with excellent service.

AOC Timeline

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