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The NACE Experience Conference’s opening reception took place at Hard Rock Live at Universal Orlando. Photo by Harmland Visions, LLC

Stronger Together

In July, well over 300 attendees gathered at the Loews Sapphire Falls Resort at Universal Orlando for the 2022 NACE Experience Conference.

The National Restaurant Association Show will feature multiple Exhibitor Halls and over 900 products.

How to Better Serve & Delight in Today’s New Market

The age-old saying “people eat with their eyes” holds new meaning in today’s post-COVID culture. Not only are you tasked with creating eye-catching displays that spark joy and satisfaction, but you now must also portray your food stations as safe and sanitary.

Experts expect strong social event bookings in 2022.

Outlook for 2022

By all accounts, 2022 is the year of the comeback for the catering and events industry. Yet after a tumultuous 2020 and 2021, stumbling blocks remain—such as the ongoing labor shortage. To get a sense of where we are and where we’re going, CFE asked six industry executives to share what they’re seeing in the marketplace and where they predict we’re headed in the new year.

The Chowgirls leadership team

From Surplus to Sustenance

On March 12, Chowgirls Killer Catering in Minneapolis had been planning to celebrate its 16th anniversary with a party for more than 400 guests. Instead—as the COVID-19 crisis sent shockwaves through the country—the company canceled the celebration and soon began turning its entire operation over to feeding the hungry.

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