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A Breath of Fresh Air

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With tempting stations, refreshing drinks and thoughtful design, caterers and venues are enhancing the allure of outdoor events By Sara Perez Webber The allure of the great outdoors is proving irresistible to a growing number of catering clients. “At Constellation Culinary Group, we’ve seen a continued and growing preference for outdoor events across a wide variety … [Read more...] about A Breath of Fresh Air

What’s Hot in Hospitality

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The 2025 ECEP Trends Report identifies what’s catching on in catering and events Caviar carts, sensorial cocktails and corporate events that emphasize flexibility. Those are just a few of the 2025 industry trends identified by Elite Catering + Event Professionals (ECEP), a collaborative network of leaders from the world’s top catering and hospitality … [Read more...] about What’s Hot in Hospitality

A Toast to Collaboration

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ECEP attracted its best turnout yet at its fifth annual Symposium in Napa Valley By Sara Perez Webber Photos by Jkapture Studios When the leaders of Elite Catering + Event Professionals (ECEP) chose the location of the group’s recent annual meeting, they knew what would appeal to their audience. After all, what better place for a group of foodies to come together … [Read more...] about A Toast to Collaboration

Sensational Sweets and Sips

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Experts reveal the latest wedding dessert and drink trends By Sara Perez Webber Wedding receptions are a time to indulge. To help you plan your big events accordingly, we’ve rounded up some of the latest trends in scrumptious desserts and celebratory cocktails.  Let’s get this party started! Desserts Extravagant Cakes While no-frills cutting cakes were in … [Read more...] about Sensational Sweets and Sips

Olympic-Sized Lessons

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An interview with John Crisafulli of Behind the Scenes Catering, who's catered for 13 Olympic Games John Crisafulli—ECEP founding member, and president and CEO of Behind the Scenes (BTS) Catering in San Diego—has produced food at 13 Olympic Games. He’s seen it all, from Covid restrictions to frustrating red tape to perhaps the most exciting challenge—preparing a culinary … [Read more...] about Olympic-Sized Lessons

Business Leaders Connect at Plant Based World Expo North America

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Plant Based World Expo North America, the leading 100% plant-based trade event, marked its fifth event presenting the future of the plant-based industry to retail and foodservice professionals at the Javits Center in New York City. The event highlighted the accelerating innovation and longevity of the plant-based sector, setting the stage for what's next in food and beverage, … [Read more...] about Business Leaders Connect at Plant Based World Expo North America

Nearly 5,000 Attend the California Restaurant Show in Los Angeles

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In late August, nearly 5,000 restaurant, pizza and foodservice industry professionals, representing a 51% increase in buyers, were at the Los Angeles Convention Center for the California Restaurant Show, which for the first time included the Pizza Tomorrow Summit Pavilion. The sold-out trade show floor featured 220-plus exhibiting companies, with 50% of them new to the show, … [Read more...] about Nearly 5,000 Attend the California Restaurant Show in Los Angeles

Feasts for the Senses

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Caterers are revving up their food station creativity, presenting guests with sweet, savory and satisfying options that look as good as they taste By Sara Perez Webber Guests attending catered events these days are likely to find food and drink that’s right up their alley. After all, caterers are coming up with ever-more creative stations where diners can customize … [Read more...] about Feasts for the Senses

Sourcing for the High Seas

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The new F&B@Sea trade show brought together cruise line executives and suppliers in a first-of-its-kind event By Sara Perez Webber Meat protein substitutes, sustainable seafood, and low and no-alcohol beverages—those were a few items cruise lines were interested in sourcing at the recent F&B@Sea trade show. “This was the world’s first event dedicated to cruise … [Read more...] about Sourcing for the High Seas