“Outstanding! This is what all food shows should strive to be.”
Jeff McCann J.Christopher's & Reveille Cafe
This Isn't a Tradeshow.
It's where future
menus are made.
A Culinary Exchange
Built Around You.
FoodOvation connects you with a curated group of suppliers – prepared to collaborate, customize, and create menu-ready solutions for your operation.
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Smarter
Innovation.
Zero Time Wasted.
FoodOvation is built for operators leading menu strategy. It's a high-impact, low-lift experience where you'll:
- Meet 1:1 with 11+ best-fit suppliers
- Ideate in real kitchens not crowded booths
- Collaborate on brand-ready menu solutions in real time
Every FoodOvation is powered by InsightFUEL, our proprietary operator intelligence platform.
Powered By InsightFUEL
FoodOvation is where relationships begin.
InsightFUEL is how we uncover what matters.
Before each FoodOvation, our team works directly with participating operators to understand menu priorities, growth initiatives, and operational realities. Those insights help suppliers arrive prepared with concepts tailored to your brand – so every conversation starts further ahead.
Culinary Collaboration
Done Your Way.
No prep. No pitching. Just show up with your palate and perspective.
- Curated Schedule Private innovation sessions with aligned suppliers
- In-Kitchen Ideation Sample custom menu concepts in 45-minute hands-on meetings
- Your Team, Your Call Bring two team members across Culinary, R&D, Marketing, or Beverage
- Real Results Leave with ideas you can actually use
We Handle Everything.
You Just Show Up.
- Round-trip airfare for you and your significant other
- Hotel accommodations (Sun–Wed)
- All meals during the event
- Curated outdoor activity
- Zero registration fees
Built for Operators
Like You.
Designed for leaders in Culinary, R&D, Menu Innovation, Marketing, Beverage Innovation, and Nutrition.
Commercial Chain Restaurants
LSR |FSR |Fast Casual
Multi-Brand Concepts
Non-Commercial Segments
C&U |Healthcare |Travel |Recreation
Foodservice at Retail |B&I
Don't Just Take
Our Word for It
“The one-on-one and extended supplier sessions were especially valuable – providing a unique chance to discuss our current challenges and opportunities in depth. Not a single meeting felt like a "cold start." Instead, suppliers came in already informed about our unique challenges... and were ready with thoughtful, tailored solutions. Those conversations gave us the time and space to dive into details, exchange insights, and come away with fresh ideas and actionable opportunities.”
Matt Breed A&W Restaurants
“The ahead-of-time notice given to the suppliers allows them to be better prepared and truly understand the needs of each individual customer versus a booth or station where they create a one-size-fits-all approach.”
Shane Schaibly First Watch Restaurants
“Unlike traditional food shows, this allowed focused, uninterrupted discussions about real challenges and opportunities in college dining.”
Yolanda Santiago NC State University
“Everything was absolutely incredible—venue, food, accommodations, schedule, guidance. All above and beyond.”
Stephanie Dorfman CulinArt Group
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the right suppliers?
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FoodOvation is invitation-only, and spots fill quickly.
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