Event Title:
Revive the Table: Post-Pandemic Culinary Marketing

Organization / Host:
Independent Restaurant Coalition Regional Chapter

Date:
April 25th , 2025

Location:
Chicago, Illinois

Audience:
Independent restaurant owners, head chefs, and hospitality managers

Audience Size:
500

Speaking Topic:
Creating experiential dining through digital storytelling

Message Summary:
Restaurants must sell unforgettable sensory micro-moments online to drive foot traffic offline.

Key Themes Covered:

• Short-form video for kitchens

• Menu psychology

• Building community loyalty programs.

Audience Impact:

Attendees reported an average 22% increase in weekend reservation rates via Instagram.