Education & Events

Learn from the brands and buyers shaping specialty food.

A full program of talks, tastings, live demos, and competitions runs alongside the show floor — included with trade registration.

Program

What's on the agenda

The full schedule and speaker lineup will be published here. Below is the shape of the program for 2027.

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Trend & insight talks

Where the category is heading — data, forecasts, and what buyers want next.

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Live demos

Makers and chefs showcasing products on the demo stage.

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Product competitions

Judged awards spotlighting standout new products across categories.

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Maker workshops

Practical sessions on scaling, retail readiness, and distribution.

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Guided tastings

Curated flights led by category experts.

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Networking

Receptions and meetups to build the relationships that close deals.

Advisory board

Shaped by the industry

Our program is curated with an advisory board of buyers, makers, and category experts. Board members will be announced here.

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