TechSpeak for Entrepreneurs: Boot Camp May 4 & 5

Are you undertaking a project that involves significant technology? With TechSpeak, you can learn the right processes, language, and and how to hire the right people in an upcoming 2-day workshop in NYC. Note: if you refer four people, your ticket is free.

Lessons from Culintro’s “Reinventing Yourself & Finding Success” Event

At Culintro’s “Reinventing Yourself & Finding Success” event last night, we heard from panelists Georgette Farkas, Alex Stupak, Daniel Holzman and Michael Chernow, who shared an excellent piece of advice we think all aspiring enterprise-owners should hear: having a business plan is the foundation for success, but passion for the concept is what will bring it to life.

A business plan will help you refine your concept and see clearly what you need to make your enterprise viable.  Your belief in the enterprise will help you stay focused and enthused through opening day and beyond.

Japan Week and Restaurant Week Kicks Off in NYC, Runs Until March 18

Japan Week and Restaurant week have kicked off, and lucky for us, it is two weeks long. The restaurant week, from March 4 -18 brings together various Manhattan restaurants in celebrating the regional cuisines of Japan. Some of these restaurants will create their own ekiben containing local Japanese dishes, allowing diners to “eat their way around Japan” from New York City. Japanese Restaurant Week will conclude with Japan Week 2013, a three-day event to be held in Grand Central Terminal that aims to attract food enthusiasts, professionals, and tourists to Japan by promoting the diverse array of regional foods that Japan has to offer. Many events, some food-centric, are planned throughout the city.

International Restaurant Show Continues Today 3/5; Yesterday’s Recap

The 2013 International Restaurant Show at The Jacob Javits Center is a bit smaller this year, but that just makes it more manageable.

A New York pavilion, “The Pride of New York” is displaying and sampling an impressive array of cheeses, meats, wines, pickles, ice creams, and more.

Japan, with it’s own multi-aisle pavilion,  is playing a huge part this year, with aisles of Ramen, Sake, Fish, and Japanese knives.

Frozen desserts are in abundance, with about 8 gelato, 6 ice cream, 4 yogurt, and assorted other booths — some featuring mochi and allergen-free sweets.

The 25th Annual U.S. Pastry Competition is underway, and next door to it, the Ultimate Barista Challenge.

There are great classes lined up for today. Let us know what you see and learn!

International Restaurant & Foodservice Show of New York: Today 3/4 and Tomorrow 3/5

Will you be at The Show? We’ll be tirelessly walking the aisles, seeing old friends and making new ones, while taking stock of the latest trends. We hope to see you there!

BRITE Conference on Global Leadership March 4 & 5

The BRITE Conference , taking place on March 4 & 5 at Columbia University, brings together 400-500 leaders from business, technology, media, and marketing to discuss how technology and innovation are transforming the ways that companies build and sustain great brands.

NERBC Kicks off in NYC Today 2/20-2/22

This morning begins the Northeast Regional Barista Championship. The event will be held at Attic Studios in Long Island City, and will give a couple of dozen of the top baristas on the East Coast a chance to compete, possibly earning spots in the national championship in Boston in April.

The event is being hosted by Dallis Bros. Coffee, promising plenty of side parties, opportunities for learning, and delicious coffee through Friday.

Haven’s Kitchen: March & April 2013 Classes

Thinking of of learning some new skills and getting some fresh culinary inspiration?

Haven’s Kitchen has added March and April classes to their newly revamped calendar.

You may also call 212.929.7900 or email classes@havenskitchen.com to register.

Salon Series Kickoff at HRN: February 20th: Beer, Bison & Beats

Heritage Radio Network is hosting a salon series. An opportunity to convene with chefs, designers, bloggers, artists, musicians, and gourmands that are shaping the future of food and drink in America. They’ll kick off the HRN Salon series with salsa from BK salsa, some of their favorite beers from Bluepoint Brewery, and some killer bison jerky at the HRN warehouse. Buy tickets here, so you can, as Heritage says: “join the conversation, share your voice, and make sure you’re taste making and not taste faking.”

The Case for Engaging Gay and Lesbian Employees and Guests: Event 2/20

The cultural profile and attitudes of the American marketplace is changing. Competition for top talent and loyal customers is fierce and multicultural markets are more important than ever before. Businesses must follow changing trends and become culturally relevant if they want to be successful.

Effectively engaging potential employees and customers from all cultural backgrounds, including the LGBT community and their allies, is critical when it comes to building brand equity and growing the bottom line.

This webinar will outline action steps your operation can take to boost employee and customer engagement by being savvy about LGBT needs and preferences. You will learn about specific strategies and tactics that will help operators do well with customers while doing good for their employees.

Click here to register for the webinar.

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