Specialty Food Magazine is the leading publication for retailers, manufacturers and foodservice professionals in the specialty food trade. It provides news, trends and business-building insights that help readers keep their businesses competitive.
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Special Programs & Events Business Builders 1-to-1 Saturday, June 16; Level 2: Room 206/207 Retail and foodservice buyers, brokers and distributors can make efficient use of their time with this free "matchmaking" program that pairs them with exhibitors for one-on-one meetings. sofi™ Awards Red-Carpet Celebration & Ceremony with Keynote by José Andrés An evening not to be missed! .POEBZ +VOF t -FWFM Keynote Speech & Awards 5–7 pm t 3FDFQUJPO o QN Join keynote speaker and noted chef José Andrés for the 40th sofi Awards ceremony, Monday, June 18, announcing the Winners for the year's outstanding specialty foods and beverages. Andrés, a leader in the Washington, D.C., food scene and culinary innovator, was named one of 5JNF magazine's 100 Most Influential People in the World. Come celebrate with the sofi Winners and Finalists, Outstanding Retailer winners, key buyers, press and culinary leaders at the sofi afterparty, featuring live music and a local celebrity DJ. Enjoy regional foods from DC Central Kitchen, international stations, and tastes from select sofi Winners and Finalists along with refreshments from the Washington Wine Academy and others. sofi™ Awards Showcase Concourse Level: Hall A Entrance See up close the 125 Silver Finalists in the sofi Awards competition for the outstanding specialty foods of the year. sofi™ Awards Judging Street Level: Room 147B Your vote counts! Judge the sofi Silver Finalists in all 32 catagories to select the Gold Winners. Open to retailers and foodservice buyers. The Best Education $MBTTFT PO 4USFFU -FWFM UJDLFUT TPME PO $PODPVSTF # Brush up on the basics, get new ideas and learn from industry experts in more than 20 educational seminars, tastings, tours and cooking classes. What's New, What's Hot! Showcases 'SPOU PG "JTMF BN— QN What's Hot! Showcases open at 9:30 am plus *What's New, (closes 4 pm on Tuesday) Targeted showcases featuring hundreds of products following the hottest trends in new products, gift ideas and natural & organics. New Brands on the Shelf Pavilion -PXFS -FWFM "JTMF Meet the industry's newest producers showcasing dozens of niche and artisanal products including handcrafted gems and new-to-market local specialties. A Visual Feast: A Celebration of 60 Years of NASFT History Experience how specialty food products and pioneers have changed the culinary landscape with this interactive exhibit located at the Show and online at specialtyfood.com/AVisualFeast. Chef Demo Theater -PXFS -FWFM #PPUI Relax and learn from culinary masters and chefs who will demonstrate fun, flavorful recipes, cooking techniques and culinary ideas that will inspire you professionally and personally. Specialty Food Media Center Concourse Level: Hall A Entrance Be at the heart of the Show buzz! Learn how to put your products in front of our buying audiences. NEW! NASFT Sustainability Booth Grand Lobby Learn more about our sustainability efforts, those of the Walter E. Washington Convention Center and how you can make a positive impact on the environment and local community. NEW! Enter to Win a FREE iPad! Front of 4200 Aisle 1952-2012 Learn more and register today at fancyfoodshows.com