Content Spotlight
You’re Invited: The Art of Catering Food 2026
Save the date for when we make our way to Chicago August 10-11, 2026
Turning Surplus Into Service: How Food Rescue Strengthens Community and Sustainability
Turning Surplus Into Service: How Food Rescue Strengthens Community and Sustainability
In hospitality, food is at the center of everything we do. It brings people together for celebrations, conferences, weddings, and milestone moments. Yet behind the scenes of large-scale events, every chef knows the reality that even with meticulous planning and forecasting, high-quality food inevitably remains untouched.
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Conference News
Don't wait! The deadline is NEXT WEEK for our 2027 Call for Speakers! Take a moment and submit your topic for this ultra-creative conference loaded with fresh and impactful content. We want to hear from you now so we can build our best program yet.
Our Events
Prices Increase Next Week for Art of Catering Food 2026!Prices Increase Next Week for Art of Catering Food 2026!
Join us on August 10-11 at the Allium Rooftop by Blue Plate Catering in Chicago, where culinary artistry meets innovation in an unforgettable setting.
Awards
Introducing the Cater+Event Gala Awards: A New Era of Excellence in Catering and EventsIntroducing the Cater+Event Gala Awards: A New Era of Excellence in Catering and Events
We are thrilled to announce the launch of the Cater+Event Gala Awards, a groundbreaking fusion of two of the industry's most prestigious honors: the Achievement in Catering Excellence (ACE) Awards and the Special Events Gala Awards. This new awards program celebrates the extraordinary talent, innovation, and dedication that define excellence in both catering and special events.
Inspiration Zone
Sustainability Goes From Buzzword to Business StandardSustainability Goes From Buzzword to Business Standard
The catering and events industry stands at a pivotal moment. What once seemed like an optional add-on or a nice-to-have feature has transformed into a fundamental expectation that shapes how we design, plan, and execute memorable experiences. Sustainability has evolved from a checkbox on an RFP to a core operating principle that influences everything from menu design to waste management, and the professionals leading this charge are proving that environmental responsibility and exceptional hospitality aren't just compatible—they're inseparable.
Menu planning
This Grilled Watermelon Ceviche, crafted by Executive Chef Joshua Kemble of Harvest Kitchen Catering in Vista, California, reimagines traditional ceviche by replacing seafood with beautifully charred watermelon.
Event Management
David Spade Headlines Farm Fresh Hope Gala at the Field MuseumDavid Spade Headlines Farm Fresh Hope Gala at the Field Museum
The Farm Fresh Hope Gala, which took place last fall at the Field Museum, brought together hundreds of supporters to raise awareness and funds for Farm 2 Veteran, an Illinois-based nonprofit that has already donated more than 400,000 meals to veterans in need. Headlined by internationally known actor, comedian, and podcaster David Spade, the gala combined star power with a meaningful mission: fighting veteran food insecurity across nine states, with plans to expand nationwide.
Content Spotlight
Call for Speakers for Cater+Event 2027 is Now Open!
It's hard to believe Cater+Event 2026 wrapped up three week ago already! We are certainly feeling inspired and energized for the year ahead. In that spirit, we'd like to share our 2027 Call for Speakers! Take a moment and submit your topic for this ultra-creative conference loaded with fresh and impactful content. We want to hear from you now so we can build our best program yet.