National Restaurant Association Show

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May 17–20, 2025
McCormick Place
Chicago, IL

Culinary & Beverage Demos

See celebrated chefs, culinary leaders, mixologists and beverage experts – masters at the top of their game – demonstrate techniques, discuss the industry's biggest issues, and show off the latest trends and innovations in food and beverage.

Celebrated Chefs @ The Culinary Experience

Celebrated Chefs @ The Culinary Experience

Chef Eric Adjepong

Eric Adjepong

Top Chef Alum, Food Network Host

Nyesha Arrington

Nyesha Arrington

Chef, Television Personality, and Restaurateur

Rick Bayless

Rick Bayless

Award-Winning Chef, Restaurateur, Author and TV Personality

Nina Compton

Nina Compton

Award-Wining Chef and Restaurateur

Pyet DeSpain

Pyet DeSpain

Indigenous Chef, Author, Next Level Chef Champion, Host

Dominique Leach

Dominique Leach

Celebrated Pitmaster and Restaurateur

Jonathon Sawyer

Jonathon Sawyer

Award-Winning Chef, Restaurateur, Author and TV Personality

Christina Ha

Jet Tila

Acclaimed Chef, Restaurateur, Author and TV Personality

Presented By: CJ Schwan's

Dara Yu

Dara Yu

Culinary Educator, Social Media Personality, Private Chef

The Tasting Zone @ The Culinary Experience

Discover bold flavors and culinary innovation at The Tasting Zone at the Culinary Experience. Join us after select culinary demos to sample dishes crafted by renowned chefs, bringing the art of the demo straight to your plate. Looking to try out FABI awarded products? The Tasting Zone is also the destination for exclusive tastings of these celebrated food and beverage innovations. For exposure to top-tier talent and delicious flavors, The Tasting Zone is the place to be!

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Book Signings

Join your favorite chef after their demo for a book signing. Books may be purchased at the signing, or prior to the signing at the National Restaurant Association Show Bookstore located in the Grand Concourse - Level 2.5.

Beverage Demos @ The Beverage Room Stage

Beverage Demos

Danny Childs

Danny Childs

Award-Winning Author, Founder of Slow Drinks Consulting

Michelle Foik

Michelle Foik

Co-Owner, Eris Brewery and Cider House

Katie McCourt

Katie McCourt

2024 Speed Rack Midwest Champ and Bartender, The Hoxton Hotel

Karli Sandos

Karli Sandos

Bar Manager, The Violet Hour

Danny Shapiro

Danny Shapiro

Co-Founder, Scofflaw Group

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