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Virtual NEXT
Virtual NEXT is FER's online new equipment expo and trade show. Learn from experts, discover new products and explore what's NEXT in the foodservice equipment and supplies industry.
Multiunit Foodservice Equipment Symposium
The biennial Multiunit Foodservice Equipment Symposium is a one-of-a-kind event for foodservice equipment decision makers from multiunit chains and noncommercial facilities.
Industry Excellence Awards Mixer
Held during the National Restaurant Association Show, our mixer-style event honors the winners of our annual Industry Excellence Awards. Not your typical awards ceremony, it's designed to foster conversations and comaraderie between thought leaders and influencers from the beginning to the end of the two-hour party.
FEATURED EVENTS
UPCOMING FOODSERVICE INDUSTRY EVENTS
Aug. 26-28, 2021
NAFEM 2021
Discover a world of foodservice equipment and supplies possibilities. The NAFEM Show is the world's leading biennial experience of innovative foodservice equipment and supplies for food prep, cooking, storage and table service from 600+ manufacturers.
Oct. 22-26, 2021
HOST 2021
Every two years, HostMilano provides the opportunity to showcase everything a successful bar or restaurant needs, from raw materials to semi-finished products, from machinery to equipment, from furnishings to tableware. Come to Host to find out more about the future trends.
EVENT COVERAGE
HostMilano To Welcome 1,800+ Exhibitors
The international trade show dedicated to the foodservice and hospitality industries will kick off October 13.
Data Trends From the 2023 National Restaurant Association Show
While the 2023 National Restaurant Association Show is in the past, new trends are still emerging with regard to the…
Scenes From the National Restaurant Association Show
Click here for videos and photos from the annual trade show, held this week in Chicago.
K-12 Director Jessica Shelly Earns Gold Plate Award
Based at Cincinnati Public Schools, Shelly serves as a trailblazer in the area of school nutrition, IFMA says.
5 Lessons From the Restaurant Show
Technology advancements, global appeal and a decent ROI marked a few themes among products on display at the 2023 National Restaurant Association Show.
That’s a Wrap on MUFES 2023
Timely education on issues impacting the foodservice equipment and supplies industry has long been the heart and soul of FER’s…
From the Editor: Trending Now
FER chats with Cini-Little’s Dick Eisenbarth, one of eight Kitchen Innovations judges, in advance of the 2023 National Restaurant Association Show.
5 Takeaways From MUFES
With the event in full swing, FER editors point to some of the first session highlights.