ATTENTION FOOD BUSINESS PROFESSIONALS
SHMOOZEFEST - September 8th EVENT!!
Monday, September 8, 2025 (05:00 PM - 09:00 PM)
Moretti's Chicago (Edison Park), 6727 N. Olmsted, Chicago, IL
Chefs, restaurant owners, managers, buyers and suppliers, join us for the third educational, networking, tasting event of the year on Monday, September 8th, 2025.
(This event is for food business professionals only)
Learn, network, taste and grow with those intimately connected to our local $34 billion dollar food industry by attending this event. Join 200 to 400 local industry professionals who attend Shmoozefest to increase their knowledge and network, while gaining to opportunity and meet with top vendor co-sponsors in a fun, positive MINI-TRADE SHOW environment.
Enjoy food samples, drink samples, raffles, get great new ideas and network with like-minded restaurant professionals. It is a spectacular event you MUST attend!!
This Event Will Feature a Panel Discussion with Women Restaurant Owners:
* Clodagh Lawless, Proprietor, The Dearborn.
For the Irish-born entrepreneur, a deep-rooted love of genuine Irish hospitality evolved naturally as her true calling. "Every day I am guided by the passion and purpose of the people that work for us."
* Anna Kamilis, Owner, The Outpost Mexican Eatery.
The Outpost is known and respected for its authentic cuisine, chef-inspired menus and community engagement.
* Geri Hernanadez, Owner, Savory Crust Empanadas.
Empanadas come from Argentina, but this Chicago twist offers savory and sweet fillings that are hard to resist. Discover how Geri has grown, now with two locations and a food truck with more on the way.
* Moderator: Chef Mary Gorski.
Mary has been working in the industry for nearly 40 years with the goal of making a difference in the advancement of Chefs, Students and Culinary Professionals in Chicago and across the country.
Open to food business professionals only, not to the public.
Are You a Vendor Looking to Get In Front of More Buyers? Contact Cary Miller, VP of Food Industry News today to discover how we can Proactively put a spotlight on your business, and help you invite more quality opportunities for conversations with key food industry buyers. 847-699-3300 or 847-602-9620.
Also check out other Food & Drink events in Park Ridge, Business events in Park Ridge, Exhibitions in Park Ridge.
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