Pop Into the Pop Up
Take a seat, take a load off, grab a bite, have a drink and network. The Pop Up Experience is the perfect place to network and connect while enjoying world class food, beverage and hospitality.
See the industry's most innovative equipment in action, experience the latest in hospitality design, stop by for complimentary tastings all day in the Cafe, Pop Up Bar and Clubhouse for Chefs Test Kitchen, or reserve your table for an elevated tasting experience featuring Toronto’s celebrated restaurant and/ore.
Open Daily: Mon - 10am-5pm | Tues - 10am-3pm | Wed - 10am-4pm
Level Up Your Pop Up Experience With a Full-Service Dining Experience
Delivered by Executive Chef Missy Hui and the and/ore restaurant team. Book now for a truly special small plate meal with paired cocktails showcasing ingredients from our leading partners. Looking for a great restaurant experience while you’re at the show - we’ve got you covered.
Reserve tables for 2-6 people | Only $15 per person*
*Tickets are priced at $15 per person, inclusive of all taxes and fees. All proceeds after taxes and fees will be donated to the Canadian Hospitality Foundation (CHF). Reserve your spot today and support a great cause!
Visit the Pop Up Bar
Sample a selection of alcoholic and non-alcoholic cocktails, curated by and/ore mixologist Abigail Rubiales along with takeovers from top bar talent from across Canada.
April 8
12-2pm - Bar Mordecai (Toronto)
2:30-4:30pm - Bar Bello (Montreal)
April 9
11am-1pm - Happy Accidents (Albuquerque)
1:30-3:30pm - Clives (Victoria)
April 10
11am-1pm - Keefer Bar (Vancouver)
1:30-3:30pm - Pompette (Toronto)
The Clubhouse for Chefs Test Kitchen Demos
Enjoy complimentary bites and discover ideas to LEVEL UP your menus from our partner brands.
Mon, April 8
- 10:30-11am - Brazilian BBQ Steak & Rice Cup (Beyond Meat)
- 2:30-3pm - Premium Foods & Direct Poultry
Tues, April 9
- 10:30-11am - Culinary Cannabis with Chef Jordan Wagman
- 2-2:30pm - Black Pepper Beef & Garlic Chopped Cheese (Beyond Meat)
- 2:30-3pm - Premium Foods & Direct Poultry
Wed, April 10
- 10:30-11am - Beyond Peppercorn Steak (Beyond Meat)
- 2:30-3pm - Culinary Cannabis with Chef Jordan Wagman
Special Events
Feast On Event
April 8 - 3pm-5pm - Pop Up Experience
Culinary Tourism Alliance is hosting a VIP reception for Feast On certified operators to celebrate their commitment to supporting Ontario growers, producers, VQA wines and craft beer, cider and spirits.
Top To Top
April 9 - 4pm-6pm - Invitation Only - Pop Up Experiene
Restaurants Canada’s premier networking reception brings senior industry leaders together for an invitation-only event presented by Restaurants Canada and Québec. Guests will enjoy an elevated presentation of the RC Pop Up Experience celebrating the best of Québec food and drink, featuring Executive Chef Missy Hui and the and/ore restaurant team. Chef Sébastien Rémillard will present a signature Québec dish in a front-of-house activation while attendees sip on libations from the signature cocktail menu inspired by Québec spirits.
GOOD EATS: DESIGN AS THE VITAL INGREDIENT IN SUCCESSFUL RESTAURANT EXPERIENCES GLOBALLY
April 10 - 12:45pm-1:45PM - STUDIOEX
Presented by NewH Inc. Hear from a panel of international experts for an overview of the latest trends in Restaurant Design from around the world, an unpacking of creative gastronomic spaces and the people behind them who blend layout, innovation and aesthetics to enhance the customer experience.
Design Networking Event
April 10 - 2pm-4pm - Pop Up Experience
Presented by NewH Inc. Join us for an exclusive networking reception for designers, fabricators, suppliers and buyers.
2024 Features
DESIGN PARTNERS
See how Yellowbird Design Studio and design partners Kwik Signs, Caesarstone, Contract Supply, Tarrison, Tableware Solutions, and Libbey, collaborated to bring the commercial and interior design vision behind and/ore Restaurant to life.
Technology & Equipment
Featuring top-of-the-line kitchen tech from Garland Canada, best-in-class refrigerators from TRUE, custom stainless steel bar equipment from Angelik and innovative professional coffee and tea service equipment from BUNN and Nespresso, you can shop the latest in technology while you dine.
All Day Café
Start your day with a delightful coffee, tea, or refreshment experience at our sophisticated All-Day Café, where elegance meets rejuvenation. Beverages and small bites selected from ingredients sourced from across the RC Show floor will deliver a “Best of Show” experience.
Indigenous Showcase
The RC Pop Up Experience is excited to feature unique agricultural and F&B products from Indigenous-owned businesses as well as a special passed dish, Smoked Bison and Wild Rice Meatball, presented by Indigenous Culinary of Associated Nations.
Pizza Station
Visit the Donna Italia Pizza Station for hot and fresh slices served daily.
Presented By
AMEX
DESIGN PARTNERS
yellowbird
kwik signs
caesarstone
contract
tarrison
Tableware Solutions
Libbey
EQUIPMENT PARTNERS
Garland
True
Bunn
angelik
Nespresso
CAFE PARTNERS
Egg Farmers
Beyond Meat
Quaker
Ghiradelli
DFC
Lactalis
Splenda
Pacific
Sienna Bakery
Dorritos
Tea Squared
BAR PARTNERS
Giffard
Madri
Heineken
Heineken
Hop Valley
San Pelligrino
Dole
Tarsier
dirty
soto
Nice Ice
Peru
Scrappy Bitters
British Columbia Consulate
Reifel Rye
Maker's Mark
Northen Keep
Basil Hayden
Roku Gin
Hornitos
Bespoke
RESTAURANT PARTNERS
Egg Farmers
GFS
Clubhouse
Markon
Sienna Bakery
Beyond Meat
Dole
Donna Italian Pizza
Chicken Farmers Canada
Canada Beef
Bison
Preminium Foods and Direct Polutry
VIAU
Lactalis
Conestoga
Rowe Beef
INDIGENOUS PARTNERS
ICAN
Bison Canada
Rangeland Bison
Norfolk Bison
CLUB HOUSE FOR CHEFS TEST KITCHEN PARTNERS
Clubhouse
Bison Canada
Premium Poultry
Chefs