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Events & Showcases at the Show
The Fancy Food Show creates opportunities for buyers to discover innovative products in targeted showcases and enjoy informative cooking demos from Celebrity Chefs. Get the most out of your show with all of this year's special events and don’t miss your chance to attend the Keynote and sofi Awards ceremony featuring Chef Marcus Samuelsson.
Special Events
Keynote and sofi™ Awards Ceremony Featuring Chef Marcus Samuelsson
This year’s Finalists will be in the spotlight at the gala red-carpet awards ceremony at the Summer Fancy Food Show in New York City as they await the big news to be announced by internationally acclaimed Chef Marcus Samuelsson.
sofi™ Awards: Taste & Judge
Foodservice and retailers are invited to judge the 2013 sofi Silver Finalists to select the sofi Gold Winners. A showcase display of 2013's finalists will also be featured onsite at the show.
The Fancy Food Shows and The Cooking Channel present
Chop, Chat and Charm: Connecting with Your Audience
Join Cooking Channel and celebrity hosts Roger Mooking and Kelsey Nixon, along with culinary star and moderator, Sara Moulton. Learn how to connect with your audience, on camera and beyond in this Fancy Food Show Special Event.
Location: Javits Center, Room 1E15
The Fancy Food Shows and The Cooking Channel present
Chef Demo Theater
Get fresh cooking ideas and learn cooking techniques from culinary masters at the Summer Fancy Food Show. Cooking demonstrations will be scheduled all three Show days – stay tuned for complete cooking demonstration schedule.
Location: Level 1 – Rear of 4600 aisle
Targeted Showcases
2013 sofi™ Awards Showcase Display
sofi Awards recognize excellence in specialty foods and beverages. A special showcase of the products highlights 125+ sofi Finalists in 32 categories. Go to the sofi™awards page for more information.
What's New, What's Hot! Showcases
This targeted feature showcases hundreds of the hottest products following the latest trends including new products, gift ideas and natural and organic foods.
Attendees: View the online gallery
Exhibitors: Learn how to participate
Location: Javits North (Opens at 9:30am each Show day)
New Brands on the Shelf
Meet the industry's newest producers (Specialty Food Association's Member Candidates) who are showcasing dozens of niche and artisan specialties.
Location: Level 1 Show Floor (Behind the 3400 Aisle)