Tuesday Takeover with Christina Veira & Evelyn Chick Moderated by Evelyn Chick, Evelyn Chick Projects, Ahma, Simpl Things, Love of Cocktails (LOC) Speakers Matt Jumper, Head of Design, Made by MOD Ian Graham, CEO & Managing Director, Made by MOD Mike Laba, Beer & Spirits Entrepreneur, The Craft Brand Company

Presented by Ceder’s Distilled Non-Alcoholic Spirits Our moderator presses speakers for the answers to operators’ burning questions on the No/Lo trend as the panel dives 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…

Presented by American Express Canada Moderated by Mitch Stefani, Client Solutions Director, CGA by NielsenIQ Speakers Max Meighen, Founder, Avling Brewery Dave Everitt, Owner & Winemaker, Paradise Grapevine Chris Anderson, Business Development, Freehouse Collective

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

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…

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, Mother Cocktail Bar James…

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. Speakers Robin Goodfellow, Little Bones Beverage, Vela, Bar Raval Emily Leblanc, Bar Mordecai Josh Leblanc, Bar Mordecai Alex Black, Laowai

Presented by Dairy Farmers of Canada Join David Beaudoin, Canadian cheese ambassador, as he puts a fresh spin on the classic wine and cheese pairing. He will explore a selection of versatile, sustainable Canadian cheeses, matching them with vibrant wines. Attendees will be taken on a flavour journey of each interesting wine and cheese pairing.…

Tuesday Takeover with Christina Veira & Evelyn Chick So many of us pour our heart and hustle into the dream of owning or co-owning our own bar, but it doesn’t always have a happy ending. Don’t miss this candid and highly-informative discussion with some of the bar & bev industry’s brightest lights as they share…

Tuesday Takeover with Christina Veira & Evelyn Chick The path to accreditation, achievement and excellence is clear in many professions, but in the bar world, many talented people find themselves on a winding trail that forks and narrows, sometimes leading to a dead end. It’s time for senior talent to illuminate the path for those…