Mary Mack's’ Post

Do you have a favorite festival or event food? What is a unique regional eat at your local state fair or agricultural event? I'm a foodie in general, but there is something special about the strange concoctions that people create for their regional festivals and events. One of my favorite things is the New Foods announcement for the State Fair of Texas. The Dim Sum burritos and Burnt Ends Pizza are certainly on my list this year. The best part about these intriguing eats is the buzz it generates. There is always a ton of media attention from the initial announcement and even more social chatter from people as they eat. (Tons of UGC!) Events can maximize the value by encouraging UGC creation by adding hashtags and social handles to signage, especially near new and popular food vendors. Capture and use that content on event channels to drive attendee traffic to more remote parts of the event. #texas #texasevents #statefair #festivals #tfea

Stop by to say hi and chat about our specialty ingredients for Petfood and Petfood ingredients.

Don’t get me wrong, we love olive oil, but sometimes, you have to let someone else take center stage. Most of us are familiar with wine, coffee, and chocolate tastings, but have you ever heard of a bread tasting? We certainly had not, but we were intrigued. Our latest article dives back into the work of Comunita Grano Alto and their recent gathering, #fornifornaie2024. So, the question is: when you savor your next slice of bread, what flavors come to mind? Share your thoughts and reflections in the comments below! Follow this link to read the article: https://lnkd.in/gNmHYuSg Sarah Piccini Kristen Arnold Christina Ermilio

EventProfs, what's the all-time BEST event food you've ever seen, and where was it? 🍔🌮🍕 #FoodieFriday #EventFood #EventProfs

Stealing and reposting Speciality & Fine Food Fair's post because I don't know how to make these amazing, whizzy videos! Looking forward to representing Mintel on stage with these industry experts, especially Lucy Wager, Amy Wilkinson and Mark Whalley as we discuss the Power of Insights for NPD. I hope to see some of you there! #sfff23 #insights #NPD #theaccidentalanalyst

Check out our latest blog post for a round up of Taste @ Lomond 2024 and for some exciting news regarding our 2025 show!

Looking forward to seeing old friends and colleagues in #Atlanta for ICSC this week! In between your deal making there are going to be some great content sessions for participants to learn the latest as to who is growing, shrinking, changing and evolving… Retail is always on the move and it moves faster now than ever. So make the most of your ICSC experience; work your current pipelines with meetings and coveted evening socializing time, but don’t forget to check out a few sessions to start thinking about tomorrow’s pipeline. On Tuesday I am proud to emcee the State of the States session between 2 PM and 5 PM at the Show Floor Theater, where experts from every state in the Southeast will share the latest and greatest—attend and learn of the brands that may need space in your locality soon. And for those of you looking bigger term, please join me Wednesday morning at 11:10 for me sharing my comprehensive studies of what to expect from #genz; what the data suggests about the brands and concepts that will thrive as they edge out millennials into the prime consumer years ahead. But there are dozens of other fantastic topics to explore; don’t overlook the Research Lightning Wednesday morning (or their data integration session on Tuesday), the Hybridization of Lifestyles and Real Estate Sectors and Beyond Demographics sessions Tuesday are also going to be chock full of critical information for professionals to understand what is coming down the retail escalator. If you have some downtime between meetings, don’t forget these valuable sessions. They could provide you with the light bulb moments that might mean the difference between being ahead or behind of the curve in the coming years. See y’all in Atlanta!

🌟 Brewery Friends! 🌟 Are you ready for CBC? 🍻 We're pumped and can't wait to see you all on the floor and at those famed nighttime events (trivia, karaoke, Mario Cart flip cup?! Count us in!) 🎮 🎤 Why should you swing by our booth amidst all the brewing excitement? Let us give you a few reasons: 🍺 Refreshment Break: Amidst the hustle and bustle of the conference, take a breather and swing by our booth to grab a can of sparkling water! 😁 Meet the Friendliest Packaging People: We're not just about packaging; we're about building relationships. Swing by our booth to meet our team of friendly experts! 🤑 Save Some Major Money: We've simplified packaging supply so that you can focus on what you do best – brewing incredible beer! Let's brew success together! 🚀Expand Your Offerings: Are you considering expanding your offerings beyond beer? Swing by our booth to discuss the possibilities of Ready-to-Drink (RTD) beverages. Expand your product range without the hassle. See you there!

Wondering what to expect at NEXUS? The primary pillars of NEXUS focus on connecting bakers and suppliers, educating attendees and creating opportunities for industry collaboration. This event offers something for every member of your team. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/gGea_uGw