TEXAS RESTAURANT SHOW CELEBRATES 87 YEARS OF INNOVATION AND INSPIRATION WITH A MOVE TO THE ALAMO CITY

The Texas Restaurant Association is taking its show on the road to the leading culinary city of the South, San Antonio, offering restaurateurs an event they will not soon forget

AUSTIN, TX (February 14, 2024) — The Texas Restaurant Show, now in its 87th year, is set to serve up delicious food and beverage displays, cutting-edge products and equipment, innovative technology, and the latest foodservice news and trends. With over 450 exhibitors, this event promises to be a one-of-a-kind experience for restaurant owners and operators.

From Saturday, July 13-15, 2024, industry professionals and enthusiasts alike will gather at the Henry B. Gonzalez Convention Center, San Antonio Texas to explore an exciting showcase of trending innovative products and services in the culinary world. From state-of-the-art kitchen equipment to game-changing technology solutions, the Texas Restaurant Show is the ultimate destination for those seeking to stay ahead of the curve.

But the excitement doesn't stop there. Attendees will have the unique opportunity to gain valuable insights from industry leaders during engaging educational sessions. These sessions will cover a wide range of topics, including Generative AI and Machine Learning, providing attendees with the knowledge and tools they need to thrive in the ever-evolving restaurant industry.

The Texas Restaurant Show is the legacy event owned and produced by the Texas Restaurant Association, the advocate and resource for the more than 55,000 locations that make up the Texas foodservice community.  The Texas foodservice industry leads the country with $95.1 billion in annual revenues with the anticipation of reaching $100 billion in 2024 with a workforce of 1.3 million representing 11% of the State’s workforce.

"The Texas Restaurant Show has always been a platform for inspiration and growth and there is no better place to host this year’s Show than the rapidly advancing city of San Antonio," said Tony Abruscato, show director and chief marketing officer of the Texas Restaurant Association. "As we celebrate our 87th year, we are thrilled to continue providing a space for culinary professionals to discover new trends, connect with industry leaders, and take their businesses to new heights."

Whether you are a seasoned restaurateur, newcomer, aspiring chef, or an industry supplier the Texas Restaurant Show is an event you won’t want to miss. Join us in San Antonio from July 13-15, 2024, and be a part of the culinary revolution.

Adding to the excitement of the Texas Restaurant Show the opening evening of July 14 will play host to the coveted Texas Restaurant Awards & Lone Star Bash. In addition to highlighting some of the state’s most exciting restaurant owners, operators and champions, this year’s event will feature signature dishes and cocktails from more than 20 esteemed chefs and 10 cutting-edge mixologists, each respectively competing for the title of People’s Choice for Best Dish and Craft Cocktail. The competition will be followed by the Texas Restaurant Awards, with all proceeds benefiting the important work of the Texas Restaurant Foundation, a 501(c)(3) non-profit. 

For additional details about the Texas Restaurant Awards, visit www.txrestaurant.org/Awards. 

For more information and to register for the Show, visit www.txrestaurantshow.com.

 
About the Texas Restaurant Association
Formed in 1937, the Texas Restaurant Association serves as the advocate and indispensable resource for the foodservice industry in Texas. As a leading business association, the TRA represents the state’s $95 billion restaurant industry, which encompasses upwards of 55,000 locations and a workforce of over 1.4 million employees. Along with the Texas Restaurant Foundation, the workforce development arm of the TRA, the association proudly continues to protect, advance, and educate a growing industry as the TRA enters its 86th year. For more information, please visit www.txrestaurant.org.  

About the Texas Restaurant Foundation
Formed in 1937, the Texas Restaurant Association serves as the advocate and indispensable resource for the foodservice industry in Texas. As a leading business association, the TRA represents the state’s $95 billion restaurant industry, which encompasses upwards of 55,000 locations and a workforce of over 1.4 million employees. Along with the Texas Restaurant Foundation, the workforce development arm of the TRA, the association proudly continues to protect, advance, and educate a growing industry as the TRA enters its 87th year. For more information, please visit www.txrestaurant.org.   

About City of San Antonio - Vibrant & Thriving 
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