Exceeding expectations in the contemporary culinary experience
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Exceeding expectations in the contemporary culinary experience

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Wednesday, Oct 14, 2026
10:00 AM - 10:50 AM | America/Los_Angeles

Education session

Inspiration Hub | Ideas Theater, B4100
English
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About

Explore how changing dietary preferences, growing interest in alcohol-free choices and the use of GLP-1 medications are reshaping food and beverage expectations. Discover practical ways to create more inclusive culinary experiences for a diverse, health-conscious audience. When every attendee matters, every meal matters too.

Learning outcomes:

Identify the food and beverage needs of today’s event attendees

Review your culinary strategy to support greater inclusion

Develop practical ideas for your events through an open conversation with experts

This session is approved for the following certifications.

* ICCA Skills Domain CICS/CICE: 0.75

* CMP/CEU Approved: Strategic Planning, 0.75 credits

* CSEP Approved

Sponsors

Speakers

Zena Phillips

Senior Director Catering & Events, AmericasHilton

Monique Rochard

Head of Global Commercial ServicesCordis

Tracy Stuckrath

Founder & Chief Connecting Officerthrive! meetings & events

Jen Veralle

Mindful Drinking Movement