Fresh ideas at 2011 BC Foodservice Expo

November 30, 2010, Vancouver – Restaurant and hospitality operators will be inspired by a host of fresh ideas to grow, manage and promote their businesses at the 2011 B.C. Foodservice Expo.

The expo, Western Canada’s largest hospitality trade show, will run Jan. 30 to 31, 2011, at the Vancouver Convention Centre.

In addition to over 300 exhibit booths, the show will feature presentations by celebrated Canadian chefs Marc Thuet (chef and owner of Petite Thuet restaurants and host of Conviction Kitchen) and Martin Picard (chef and owner of Au Pied de Cochon and host of The Wild Chef). Show delegates can try new food and beverage products from BC and beyond, see the latest in energy-saving equipment and learn about technologies that save time and money.

Presentations and demonstrations on the schedule include the Centre for Sustainability, chef competitions, free seminars, demos, networking and samplings from local producers, providing a wide range of ideas and insights for show delegates.

The expo is a trade-only event. Admission is restricted to those 19 years of age or older.

For more information, visit www.bcfoodexpo.ca.