Global Culinary Conference 2027

BOOST and LAUNCH your Culinary Business to new levels at the 4th Annual Global Culinary Conference This is where culinary business owners level up. Two power-packed days of expert training, peer learning, and real connections — built specifically for owners like you. Running a culinary business is one of the most demanding things you can do. Staffing, funding, marketing, operations — the challenges are real, and they keep coming. The good news? Every problem you're facing has already been solved by someone in this room. The 2027 Global Culinary Conference brings together restaurant owners, food truck operators, caterers, bakers, private chefs, and culinary entrepreneurs for two immersive days of learning, growing, and connecting because you deserve a community that gets it. Experience two full days of immersive learning at Rice University's beautiful Anderson-Clarke Center. What You Can Expect: • Dynamic Keynote Speakers offering insight and inspiration • Expert Panels on strategies for business growth • Peer-to-Peer Sessions where you learn directly from successful culinary business owners • Master Classes focused on sustainable culinary business operations • Interactive Breakout Sessions for hands-on learning and collaboration • A Guided Workbook to shape and structure your business success • Happy Hour Networking to build real, meaningful industry connections • Complimentary Breakfast and Lunch provided daily The Boost Camp track is designed for current culinary business owners ready to take their operations to the next level. Expect deep dives into growth strategy, staffing, marketing, funding, and the real-world challenges you are navigating right now. The LaunchPad track is built for aspiring culinary entrepreneurs, culinary arts students, and hospitality management students who are ready to turn their passion into a business. Get the foundational knowledge, expert guidance, and community you need to launch with confidence. Both tracks bring you into the same energizing room, learning from top experts and connecting with a community that is invested in your success. Who Should Attend? Restaurant Owners · Food Truck Owners · Bakery Owners · Caterers · Private & Personal Chefs · Culinary Arts Students · Hospitality Students · Hospitality Management Professionals Early Bird Special — $99 Speaker announcements and the full training lineup are coming soon. Lock in your seat now at our lowest price before they drop — and before this offer disappears. Sponsorships are available All ticket sales are final. Feed the Soul Foundation will not be issuing invitation letters to support visa applications to attend our 2027 Global Conference. We recommend that individuals outside the United States wishing to attend the conference utilize their passports for identification. Check out a recap of past year's conference below: