The Show Doesn’t Stop. Keep Up if You Can.
Just send us a message to meet up: (708) 932-1835
Just send us a message to meet up:
(708) 932-1835
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Where We Are Now
FRIDAY
6–7pm
IFMA
Foundation Party
University Club of Chicago
- Ticket Required
Text us to meet up:
(708) 932-1835
FRIDAY
7:30–8pm
DMA’s Party at the Post Office
The Old Post Office
- Registration Required
Text us to meet up:
(708) 932-1835
SATURDAY
5:30-8pm
IFMA Gold & Silver Plate Awards Celebration
Chicago Union Station, Great Hall
- Registration Required
Text us to meet up:
(708) 932-1835
SUNDAY
4–6pm
Flavor Forays Championship BBQ & Cook-Off
Galleria Marchetti
Text us to meet up:
(708) 932-1835
Where We'll Be Next
FRIDAY
6–7pm
IFMA Foundation Party
University Club of Chicago
A celebration of the annual winners of the IFMA Silver Plate Awards. Hosted inside the historic University Club where professionals of every industry come together to learn, celebrate and connect.
- Ticket Required
7:30–8pm
Our friends at Distribution Market Advantage are kicking off NRA with a rooftop party at the Old Post Office. It’s an iconic, 13-story Art Deco structure that’s making use of its second lease on life—to party.
- Registration Required
9–10:30pm
Arbella
The world is your oyster, or rather cocktail, at Arbella. This River North spot serves globally inspired drinks—from smoky mezcal to spicey Old Fashioneds—alongside shareable bites like Thai Fried Chicken Sliders and Spinach Cauliflower Fondue. Be sure to check their site to see what DJ is performing at their intimate listening space, The B-Side.
SATURDAY
10am–12pm
12–2pm
5:30-8pm
IFMA Gold & Silver Plate Awards Celebration
Chicago Union Station, Great Hall
The annual tribute to the most outstanding and innovative talents in foodservice. It’s the historic and heralded event where distinguished industry peers mix, mingle and lavish praise on the most notable operators.
- Registration Required
9:15–11pm
Pops for Champagne
At Pops for Champagne, bubbles aren’t reserved for special occasions, because every day is worth celebrating. This local staple pairs one of the city’s deepest Champagne lists with oysters, caviar and other luxe bites. It’s all set in a polished-but-easy-going environment often set to live jazz.
SUNDAY
10am–12pm
12–2pm
4–6pm
Flavor Forays Championship BBQ & Cook-Off
Galleria Marchetti
The competition is on at this cook-off. It’s a high-energy showdown, where some of best chefs go head-to-head and grill over live fire. Expect the unexpected—stunning bites, plenty of smoke and a crowd packed with industry insiders. It’s as much a tasting event as it is a scene.
6-8:30pm
The Pearl Club
We’re going to the club—The Pearl Club. The blue velvet couches and curtains and lively electronic music make this an upbeat speakeasy with plenty of sophisticated cocktails.
9–10pm
Middleby Celebration
Cocktails, confections and connections at the Middleby Residential Showroom in the Chicago Merchandise Mart. Need we say more?
- Registration Required
10pm–12am
Howl at the Moon
We hope you brought your singing voice, because we’re keeping the hits going at this karaoke joint. Howl At The Moon is a total entertainment experience with a live piano. Please have a plan in advance for song requests.
MONDAY
10–11am
11am–12pm
Where We've Been
6–7pm
IFMA Foundation Party
University Club of Chicago
A celebration of the annual winners of the IFMA Silver Plate Awards. Hosted inside the historic University Club where professionals of every industry come together to learn, celebrate and connect.
- Ticket Required
7–8pm
Our friends at Distribution Market Advantage are kicking off NRA with a rooftop party at the Old Post Office. It’s an iconic, 13-story Art Deco structure that’s making use of its second lease on life—to party.
- Registration Required
9–10:30pm
Arbella
The world is your oyster, or rather cocktail, at Arbella. This River North spot serves globally inspired drinks—from smoky mezcal to spicey Old Fashioneds—alongside shareable bites like Thai Fried Chicken Sliders and Spinach Cauliflower Fondue. Be sure to check their site to see what DJ is performing at their intimate listening space, The B-Side.
10am–12pm
12–2pm
5:30-8pm
IFMA Gold & Silver Plate Awards Celebration
Chicago Union Station, Great Hall
The annual tribute to the most outstanding and innovative talents in foodservice. It’s the historic and heralded event where distinguished industry peers mix, mingle and lavish praise on the most notable operators.
- Registration Required
9:15–11pm
Pops for Champagne
At Pops for Champagne, bubbles aren’t reserved for special occasions, because every day is worth celebrating. This local staple pairs one of the city’s deepest Champagne lists with oysters, caviar and other luxe bites. It’s all set in a polished-but-easy-going environment often set to live jazz.
10am–12pm
12–2pm
4–6pm
Flavor Forays Championship BBQ & Cook-Off
Galleria Marchetti
The competition is on at this cook-off. It’s a high-energy showdown, where some of best chefs go head-to-head and grill over live fire. Expect the unexpected—stunning bites, plenty of smoke and a crowd packed with industry insiders. It’s as much a tasting event as it is a scene.
6-8:30pm
The Pearl Club
We’re going to the club—The Pearl Club. The blue velvet couches and curtains and lively electronic music make this an upbeat speakeasy with plenty of sophisticated cocktails.
9–10pm
Middleby Celebration
Cocktails, confections and connections at the Middleby Residential Showroom in the Chicago Merchandise Mart. Need we say more?
- Registration Required
10pm–12am
Howl at the Moon
We hope you brought your singing voice, because we’re keeping the hits going at this karaoke joint. Howl At The Moon is a total entertainment experience with a live piano. Please have a plan in advance for song requests.
10–11am
11am–12pm
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Post-Show Analysis
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