Visit Montgomery has launched the “2025 MoCo Eats Food and Beverage Showcase” that will be held March 30 and 31, at the Hilton Rockville.
Montgomery County is home to a robust hospitality and tourism sector, serving as a major workforce hub and think tank for the industry. Global leaders such as Marriott International, Ritz Carlton, Choice Hotels International, Inc. and Sodexo all have their headquarters in the County. The County has more than 900 restaurants, 30,000 small businesses and more than one million residents of culturally diverse backgrounds.
The MoCo Eats Food and Beverage Showcase will provide an opportunity for business and consumer connections. The event will bring the food and beverage industry and its suppliers together to learn more about new products, and participate in panel discussions and other educational breakout sessions. The conference agenda will include breakout sessions on topics relative to the needs of the industry, student-to-business open forums and exchanges and opportunities for peer-to-peer discussions. Attendees will be invited to enjoy food and beverage tastings, learn more about local and regional products and purchase items.
"Montgomery County has always been a place where innovation and culture come together, and the MoCo Eats Food and Beverage Showcase is a perfect example of that,” said County Executive Marc Elrich. “This event not only celebrates our diverse food scene, but it will also support the local businesses that make our community thrive. I’m excited to see how this showcase will help drive our economy forward by spotlighting the talent and creativity that Montgomery County is known for."
Montgomery College and Montgomery County Public Schools hospitality program students will have a chance to help as volunteers and participate in breakout sessions and cooking demonstrations. Visit Montgomery is collaborating with the Montgomery County Food Council and the Restaurant Association of Maryland for the showcase.
“The MoCo Eats Food & Beverage Showcase not only celebrates our County’s cultural diversity through food but also strengthens our commitment to education and workforce development,” said Andrew Friedson, Montgomery County Council president. “By partnering with Montgomery County Public Schools and Montgomery College’s hospitality programs, this event provides students with hands-on experience and direct exposure to industry leaders. It’s an exciting opportunity to foster the next generation of culinary talent.”
Invited vendors include food trucks, caterers, breweries, wineries, distilleries, locally made artisans and food products, event venues and suppliers to the hospitality industry businesses in the County.
“By bringing together industry leaders, local businesses and our community, this showcase highlights the exceptional talent in our region and reinforces Montgomery County’s position as a premier destination for culinary innovation. We are proud to lead this initiative that will shape the future of our hospitality sector,” said Kelly Groff, president and CEO of Visit Montgomery.
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