LRA Members, Staff Attend National Restaurant Association Restaurant, Hotel-Motel Show in Chicago5/22/2024 Louisiana Restaurant Association (LRA) members and staff were among the thousands who attended the annual National Restaurant Association Restaurant, Hotel-Motel Show from May 18-21 at McCormack Place in Chicago. The show, which draws thousands of industry professionals from across the globe each year, featured more than 2200 exhibitors across more than 720,000 square feet of floor space – 10% larger than the floor space in the 2023 show.
Tom Cindric, President of the National Restaurant Association Show, remarked, “The Show has long been the birthplace of innovation, where industry leaders converge to shape the future of foodservice. With a line-up of exciting offerings—including the 20th anniversary of the Kitchen Innovations Awards, the exceptional trend-setting recipients of the FABI Awards, the debut of our new Expo + Education program, and an expansive Show floor spanning a space larger than 12 football fields—we're thrilled to offer participants an unparalleled experience, igniting growth, fostering collaboration, and inspiring all who attend.” The 2024 Show featured a captivating keynote discussion with acclaimed chef, restaurateur, and humanitarian, José Andrés. A true visionary in both the culinary and humanitarian realms, Andrés explored the profound influence food can have on communities and how his culinary journey has intertwined with his philanthropic efforts. The show proved to be the perfect appetizer for the 2024 LRA Showcase, the premiere food service trade show in the region, to be held in New Orleans on August 3-4. Join Chef Aarón Sánchez at The Kitchen Counter, a series of educational presentations designed for today’s restaurant and foodservice professional in mind. Shop hundreds of suppliers as they converge in New Orleans to showcase the latest products, services, and technology in the restaurant and hospitality industry. From culinary demonstrations to networking opportunities, LRA Showcase 2024 is a must-attend event for professionals in the restaurant and hospitality industry. LRA restaurant members get four complimentary passes for the 2024 LRA Showcase included with their membership, and registration is now open.
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