Why Attend?
5 TOP REASONS TO SAVE THE DATE FOR AOCF
Can't decide if this culinary-focused conference is a fit for you? Here are five key reasons why you should join us in Salt Lake City this August.
1) Outstanding Education.
"The whole education experience was great...So excited we did not have to pick and choose the classes we wanted to attend." Carmen L., Coushatta Casino Resort, Los Angeles, CA
2) Limited Attendance.
The smaller attendance size makes it easier for you to connect with and learn from your peers and expert speakers within the catering community.
3) Increased ROI.
Using just one recipe or idea from AOCF could earn you thousands of dollars in return on your investment for the conference.
4) Exclusive Learning Opportunities.
You'll gain behind-the-scenes access to some of the best catering kitchens in Utah, have the opportunity to join us for an attendee-only party and learn secrets from top culinary pros - all in one visit!
5) Salt Lake City is an Up-and-Coming Foodie Hotspot.
Whether it's French-style cuisine, mouth-watering Mexican, or salty local fare, Salt Lake City is a cultural hub for foodies; pulling inspiration from all over the world!
But that's just what we think...here's what past attendees had to say:
"The classes and the demos are awesome because you can actually watch the dish being assembled. Overall it is one of the best conferences I have ever attended -- that's why I brought my sous chef last year. This year we hired an executive chef who will be attending along with my sous chef and another one of our event chefs."
Mark Ryan
Owner, Robert Ryan Catering & Design
Phoenixville, PA
"[AOCF] showcased things I have never seen before. It was fun and interesting.
I have new ideas to capture all the senses on the plate."
Brooke Francis
Santa Barbara Catering, Tempe AZ
"Very informative and motivating. Made me want to go back to the kitchen and experiment!"
Deosol Miguel Almazan
PR Creative Caterers, Toronto, ON
"I feel inspired to create and make things happen!"
Guy Cashman
Fresh Ideas Management LLC, Columbia, MO
"All [sessions] gave me items and recipes to take back to my company."
Michelle Aldred
Triangle Catering, Raleigh, NC
"Truly progressive with novel new ideas!"
Ashley Epting
Epting Events & Entertainment, Athens, GA
"It was good to know that the same problems we have at our company are happening everywhere. I took away a lot of good things."
Brittany Giannini
Schaul's Premium Foods, Elk Grove Village, IL
"Structure was awesome! Lots of useful ideas, ideal fit for our operation, very instructional and visual, great suggestions for use."
Diana Guertin
Catered by Diana, Morgan Hill, CA
"Great ideas and demos. The entire conference was marvelous! You catered to small AND large companies and showed us all something. Thanks!"
Dawn Harris
Café Express Catering & Concessions, Bowling Green, VA
"Presentations were very informative, enlightening and made you think. They all were good. Each had an impact on me."
Craig McMullen
Trade Center Management, Washington D.C.
"[The education was] great and very applicable to my business needs. Overall fantastic."
Jessica Erwin
Tastebuds Boutique Catering, Huntsville, AL
