Global Culinary Conference 2026

2026 Global Culinary Conference

Hosted by Feed the Soul Foundation

Anderson-Clarke Center at Rice University | Houston, Texas

3 Days | Takeoff Welcome Dinner + 2 Days of Business Training

Get ready to BOOST and LAUNCH your culinary business at the 2026 Global Culinary Conference a powerful three-day, in-person experience designed for culinary entrepreneurs looking to elevate their operations and increase profitability. Hosted by the Feed the Soul Foundation, this conference delivers hands-on, practical training to help you grow or launch your culinary business with confidence and clarity.

We’ll kick off with the Takeoff Welcome Dinner, a lively evening of networking and celebration, followed by two full days of immersive learning at Rice University’s beautiful Anderson-Clarke Center.

What You Can Expect:

• Dynamic Keynote Speakers offering insight and inspiration
• Expert Panels discussing strategies for business growth
• Master Classes focused on sustainable culinary business operations
• Interactive Breakout Sessions for practical learning and collaboration
• A Guided Workbook to help shape and structure your business success
• Happy Hour Networking Events to build meaningful industry connections
• Complimentary Breakfast and Lunch provided daily

Whether you're a seasoned professional or just starting out, choose from the Boost Camp or LaunchPad training tracks tailored to meet you where you are in your business journey. Learn from top experts in the field as they share valuable insights on funding, staffing, marketing, and operations.

Who Should Attend?

Restaurant Owners, Food Truck Owners, Bakery Owners, Caterers, Private/Personal Chefs, Culinary Art College Students, Hospitality Management College Students, Future Culinary Business Owners, Industry Experts

The CPG Pitch Lab: Pitch Your Brand. Win a $1,000 Grant.

The CPG Pitch Lab is a pitch competition showcasing innovative food and beverage brands with strong potential demand in today’s marketplace. Selected founders will pitch live to industry leaders, distributors, and funders for a chance at large-scale distribution, strategic partnerships, growth capital, and a $1,000 grant.

More than a competition, it’s a launchpad. Gain visibility, expert feedback, and meaningful connections with the right people to scale or launch your Consumer Product Goods brand.

Submission Deadline: February 11, 2026

Apply Here

Hotel Special Rates

Check hotels below for special room rates for the Global Culinary Conference.

• InterContinental Houston, 6750 Main St., Houston, Texas 77030
• DoubleTree by Hilton Houston Medical Center Hotel & Suites, 6800 Main St. Houston, Texas 77030

All ticket sales are final.

Feed the Soul Foundation will not be issuing invitation letters to support visa applications to attend our 2026 Global Conference. We recommend that individuals outside the United States wishing to attend the conference utilize their passports for identification.