Opening Night Reception
Monday, April 7 | HERITAGE COURT | 5PM-8PM
Open your minds to an enchanting urban garden experience. A celebration of sustainability and innovation. Blending design, interactivity, and creativity.
Complimentary Admission with RC Show Pass - Limited Capacity
2025 Feature Keynote - José Andrés
Ticketed Event - Monday, April 7 | Speaker Stage | 3PM-4pM
Join us for an exclusive fireside chat with Chef José Andrés—the globally celebrated chef, humanitarian and founder of World Central Kitchen (WCK), who has transformed the way the world thinks about food and the role of hospitality. Must be a registered RC Show badge holder to attend.
CCHAC SUMMIT
Monday, April 7 | SALON 103 | 10:30AM-3PM
Presented by the Chinese Cuisine & Hospitality Association of Canada, the annual summit will showcase industry trends and solutions for the Chinese Canadian food industry.
TIAO Tourism Opportunities Forum
Monday, April 7 | SUITE C2, 2nd Floor | 9:30AM-4PM
The Tourism Opportunities Forum is a one-day, high-impact event designed for tourism leaders, municipalities and industry partners to gain the latest insights and move forward with clarity, strategy and momentum.
THE CHEFS’ EXCHANGE
TUESDAY, APRIL 8 | RC POP UP EXPERIENCE | 4PM - 6PM
Exclusive Chef Networking Event - Invitation Only
Presented by Restaurants Canada & Garland Canada. This exclusive gathering of culinary leaders and innovators is RC Show's newest and hottest networking ticket.
Industry Night Out
Ticketed event - Tuesday, April 8 | Earls KING WEST (601 King St W.) | 8PM-1AM
Join us for the ultimate RC Show 2025 after-hours industry party at the stunning new Earls King West, the talk of Toronto’s vibrant entertainment district. Expect bold flavours, chic vibes, and a dance floor that won’t quit.
EXHIBITOR BOOTH AWARDS
WEDNESDAY, APRIL 9 | SPEAKER STAGE | 10:30AM
Put your best booth forward to captivate the attention of attendees and get recognized with a Best Booth Award at RC Show.
BAR & BEVERAGE KEYNOTE RECEPTION
Wednesday, April 9 | RC Pop Up Experience | 2:30pm-4pm
Mix and mingle with the bar community and meet world-renowned cocktail master Shingo Gokan.
The Food Runners: REFUEL
Wednesday, April 9 | Chef's Table | 10:30AM - 11:45AM
The RC Pop Up Experience is proud to welcome The Food Runners’ crew of 30+ foodservice and hospitality professionals for their “refuel session.”