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May 25
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2025 National Restaurant Show Highlights

Posted by | Restaurants, Trade Show, Trends | No Comments

The 2025 National Restaurant Association Show was held last week in Chicago at McCormick Place. The Show runs from May 17-20 taking over three full halls at the convention center. The latest in culinary innovation, foodservice technology and operational strategy along with so much more was shared throughout the Show.  

The best way to learn about this industry? Walk all three halls! You will be introduced to every aspect of what it takes to be in the food service space now and anticipating future trends, opportunities and challenges. The convergence of AI, automation, sustainability, and flavor innovation is all around you.… Read more

Mar 12
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The Inspired Home Show: Favorite Finds, Trends and New Products

Posted by | Celebrity Chefs, Home Design, Housewares, Trade Show | No Comments

The 125th The Inspired Home Show, formerly known as the International Home + Housewares Show, concluded last week after three action packed days at Chicago’s McCormick Place.  While I have been attending this Show for many years, this year was special.

I had the distinct pleasure of being invited to be an Ambassador for The Inspired Home Show along with seven other Social Media Influencers from across the country. This was a role that I was thrilled to be a part of as someone who loves the houseware and home design industry. After all, this is how Inspiring Kitchen originated!… Read more

Jun 08
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2022 National Restaurant Show Trends and Innovations

Posted by | Chicago, Foods, Restaurants, Trade Show, Trends | 6 Comments

The National Restaurant Show took over Chicago’s McCormick Place last week showcasing the latest restaurant innovations. This four-day event that brings together over 60,000 food service professionals came back to life after the pandemic as it introduced us to the latest trends in the industry.  What do you think of the 2022 National Restaurant Association trends?

NRA exhibit floor

Exhibitors and attendees alike were happy to be seeing colleagues once again and talking shop. There was definitely an energy throughout the halls to get back to business as we knew it. This is a very big show which means lots to see and explore.… Read more