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  • Mexican Fiesta featuring Crispy Lettuce by Just Vertical

    Mexican Fiesta, including making scratch tortilla with masa and a guacamole demo to serve with mezcal-chipotle shrimp tacos – plus a Mezcal tasting! She’ll be offering a variation of the tacos featuring the crispy lettuce provided by Just Vertical.

  • The First Three Years: Surviving & Thriving

    What does it really take to open your first restaurant? This dynamic conversation brings together new voices in the industry to share the challenges, breakthroughs, and advice they wish they knew before starting out.

  • A Dessert Masterclass

    A dessert masterclass focused on texture, flavour balance, and beautiful plate design.

  • OMO & the Future of Dining: How AI and Technology Are Redefining Hospitality

    Step inside the world of OMO Teppan & Kitchen, Calgary’s premier Wagyu teppanyaki restaurant, where over 5,000 birthdays a year are celebrated with fire, flavor, and unforgettable memories. But behind the chefs’ showmanship and laughter lies a hidden engine of technology and AI—from robots that walk 10 kilometers a day, to instant photo systems, to […]

  • The Z² Playbook: Engaged Gen Z Teams, Obsessed Gen Z Guests

    A presentation on building a workplace Gen Z chooses and sticks with—from a Gen Z speaker who spent seven years working in restaurants. Plus, actionable advice to turn Gen Z guests into your best marketing and community building allies.

  • Eau Claire Distillery Presents: Spirit Of The West Cocktail Competition

    Monday kicks off with some of the region’s most talented bartenders going head-to-head in a fast-paced competition that’s equal parts skill, creativity and showmanship. Armed with shakers, spirits and their signature style, these pros will craft cocktails designed to impress a panel of judges—and the crowd. Expect bold flavours, innovative techniques and a few surprises […]

  • The Leadership Roundtable: Vision, Strategy & Growth

    CEOs and executives from across the hospitality landscape sit down for a frank discussion on the challenges—and opportunities—facing the industry. Learn how these leaders are navigating the road ahead, where they see growth, and how they’re shaping their companies for long-term success.

  • Menu Engineering by Financial Data

    Menu Engineering with Data, not Gut Feeling. The great operators today use financial data to their advantage. They make business decisions already at their fingertips in the POS and accounting software. We review & breakdown theoretical food cost, PMIX reports, menu matrix, and much more.