The "Must Attend" Food and Beverage Events 2009

There are several events throughout the country that are great events to learn from, but these are the food and beverage must attend events. Not only are these events designed for the food and beverage community but they are a food and beverage dream. From outstanding events in the cooking world to first class wine events to the ultimate in beer parties these events are absolute musts and the cream of the crop! Check back here often for announcements of upcoming events

If you intend on a career in food and beverage you need to attend each and every one of these events at least once in your life, what am I saying, attend them once and you'll be back year after year!

StarChefs.com's International Chef Conference

September 20 - 22, 2009
New York City

Don't miss the most exciting professional culinary event in the US this year – a three-day culinary symposium where 60 of the world's most influential and innovative chefs, pastry chefs, mixologists, and sommeliers present the latest techniques and culinary concepts to their peers.

Attend chef demonstrations, hands-on chef, pastry and mixology workshops, career counseling sessions, wine seminars, business seminars, and expert panels on current industry topics. Source cutting-edge culinary products and equipment from around the world at the Chef Products Fair. STAR CHEFS, CHEF

The underlying theme of this year's Congress is What is American Cuisine, with a specific focus on mentoring, sustainability, and community. Chefs today have an unprecedented opportunity to effect change; special demonstrations, seminars, presentations, and panels will address these topics, and begin a dialogue on the role of a chef and the future of food.

For further information go to Starchefs.com

South Beach Wine and Food Festival

Feburary 19 - 22, 2009
South Beach, Florida

Food and Wines South Beach Wine and Food Festival's eighth annual event is a food and beverage delight. The festival runs from February 19-22, 2009 at venues throughout the city and offers something for everyone.

You can expect to see Emeril Lagasse, Tom Colicchio, Paula Dean, Giada De Laurentiis, Bobby Flay, Tyler Florence and many, many more. With this kind of lineup this is one food and beverage event that can't be missed!
South Beach Wine and Food Festival

Las Vegas International Hospitality Week

March 1 - 4, 2009
Las Vegas

Having attended the Las Vegas show earlier in the year this is certainly one food and beverage event you do not want to miss! The event is one of the biggest in the United States full of the newest and hottest products along with educational seminars from leading industry experts. Dont miss this event!
International Hospitality Week

The "Must Attend" Food and Beverage Events 2008

Nightclub & Bar Magazines East Coast Convention and Trade Show

October 13 – 15, 2008
Atlantic City

This is one of the industry's premier food and beverage events. With more than 200 exhibitors featuring the newest products and innovations you are sure to find the things you need to keep you on the cutting edge.

The educational sessions ( more than 25 ) are presented by the foremost experts in the industry and are jammed packed with the knowledge you need to succeed.

Top all of that with the exciting events and gatherings that are planned for the show and you have three days of non-stop excitement and networking opportunities.

Having attended the Las Vegas show earlier in the year this is certainly one food and beverage event you do not want to miss! Nightclub & Bar Convention and Trade Show 2008