Beyond the Rail Cocktail Competition

Beyond the Rail is back again to RC 2023 and it is a team effort! Working in pairs to emphasize the teamwork and thirst for collaboration that make the Canadian bar industry unique, 12 of Canada’s top mixologists will showcase their creativity, flair, skills and showmanship for a chance to win $5,000 in cash and…

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John Bil Oyster Shucking Competition

Don’t miss this fourth annual mash-up of speed, precision and presentation as some of North America’s fastest shuckers race against the clock live on stage at RC Show. Come cheer them on and see who takes home top honours and prizes! For more details, visit rcshow.com/competitions/john-bil-oyster-shucking-competition

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Sommelier Service Competition

Five top sommeliers will compete in this unique, service-based challenge for a chance to win an all-expenses paid trip to Champagne, France to visit the Piper-Heidsieck and Charles Heidsieck Champagne houses. Organized and hosted by James Peden, President of Ontario’s chapter of the Canadian Association of Professional Sommeliers (CAPS), the competition will be judged by…

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Impactful Digital Design: Elevate & Automate Your Digital Presence in 2023

Presented by MOD | creative & tech Tuesday Takeover with Christina Veira & Evelyn Chick. Learn from brand & UX designer Matt Jumper, creative technologist Ian Graham, and co-founder of Craft Brand Co. Mike Laba on how to level up your brand, leverage the latest tech tools, and choose the right tactics to build and…

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Rise of the No/Lo

Join this insightful fireside chat on the No/Lo trend as they dive into the consumer needs and behaviour patterns that make this opportunity a winner. Learn how to design a memorable and profitable No/Lo menu and hear what on-trend operators are learning from their balance sheets. Speakers Sarah Kate, Non-Alcoholic Drinks Expert, Some Good Clean…

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Canada Check-In: Wine, Cocktail & Brewery

Presented by American Express Canada. From inclusive menus, innovative production methods to reimagining the future of bottle shops and takeout within the bar space. Check-in with 3 Canadian bar & beverage businesses as they speak on what it has been like to grow their businesses amidst all of the pivotal changes required from the industry.…

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The Business of Wine

Presented by CAPS (Canadian Association of Professional Sommeliers). A detailed seminar explaining how to maximize the profitability of Wine Programs. This detailed session will provide real examples of strategic pricing, business analysis, variance management and so much more. Invaluable information for both Restauranteurs and aspiring sommeliers. Speaker James Peden, President, Canadian Association of Professional Sommeliers

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Experiential Space Design: Risk vs. Reward

Tuesday Takeover with Christina Veira & Evelyn Chick As consumers crave ever-evolving (and escalating) bar experiences from speakeasies and pop-ups to escape and karaoke rooms and more, it takes a sophisticated creative mind to balance the vision with the increasing cost of experiential space design. Learn from the triumphs and tears of some of the…

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Alternative Bar Techniques

Tuesday Takeover with Christina Veira & Evelyn Chick Let the masters show you how to accelerate your bar experience and profitability with a portfolio of new and exciting bar techniques! Gain the new skills you need to help you reach new heights in customer engagement and drink visibility. Speakers Massimo Zitti, Bartender & Co-Owner, Mother…

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Bar Aesthetics & Design

Tuesday Takeover with Christina Veira & Evelyn Chick. Learn the ins and outs of impactful bar design, the importance of “flow” and the art of curating space for “vibes” from folks in the know. Moderated by Evelyn Chick, Owner, Evelyn Chick Projects, Ahma, Simpl Things, Love of Cocktails (LOC) Speakers Robin Goodfellow, Founder, Little Bones…

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