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SUMMARY:Members Only: Fall Harvest Series Cooking Demo
DESCRIPTION:IWC Members Only\nCooking Demo feat Chef Rocio Vargas\, Chef\, Owner\, Planda Group \nClick here to RSVP \nRocio Vargas is Chef-Owner at Planda–a chef driven multi-sensory social experience; where Rocio creates “high” dining experiences including\, catering\, weekly meal preparation\, infusion classes\, and personal chef consultations. \nRocio has been featured in a Chicago based newspaper\, “The Chicago Reader”\, and appeared in a segment on “Windy City Live” on NBC among other distinctions in the field. Rocio helps both the culinary and cannabis communities by providing specially curated multi-sensory events along with providing educational services to ensure all those without access to medical cannabis aren’t left behind\, all while helping to diminish the negative connotation of your “average stoner”.
URL:https://ilwomenincannabis.org/event/members-only-fall-harvest-series-cooking-demo/
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SUMMARY:IWC Fall Harvest Series
DESCRIPTION:We are delighted to announce IWC’s annual 2021 Fall Harvest Celebration. Join IWC as industry leaders will offer insight into the Food and Beverage sector of the cannabis industry. This 6-week ongoing event will focus on transitioning from CPG into cannabis\, cannabis offerings\, trends in food and beverage\, and incorporating cannabis into menus. \nAs Illinois’ top cannabis community networking organization\, we’re proud to bring together cannabis communities and business leaders to celebrate both their success and the budding opportunities for women within the Food and Beverage sector of the cannabis industry. \nAttendees will learn from cannabis business leaders that build awareness for our industry and create jobs to grow our local economies. It’s a can’t-miss to build connections and knowledge within the cannabis industry—see you online! \nSpecial Guest\nMindy Segal\, Chef & Co-Founder\, Mindy’s Chef-Led Artisanal Edibles \nJames Beard award-winning chef Mindy Segal is the creative force behind Cresco Lab’s flagship line of artisanal edibles. Chef Segal pushes the boundaries of taste and texture\, crafting thoughtful combinations of ingredients that are both unexpected and familiar. She has trained in some of Chicago’s most influential restaurants and is currently Chef/Owner of Mindy’s Bakery in Chicago’s Bucktown neighborhood along with additional beloved Chicago restaurants.\n\nNetworking and Cooking Demos TBA soon!\n\nProgram: \nTuesday\, October 26\, 1 PM – 2 PM\nCannabis Industry Trends \nJoin us as we dive deep into trends within the cannabis industry. This session will provide insight into consumer behavior within the cannabis industry\, such as how consumers are shopping\, current flavor trends\, consumption methods\, and trends affecting the many diverse categories.  \nModerator: Laurie Parfitt\, Principal\, LKP Impact Consulting\n\nPanelists:\nJocelyn Sheltraw\, Director of Industry Relations\, Headset\nMichele Scott\, Senior Analyst\, Mintel\nJamie Schau\, Senior Insights Manager\, Brightfield Group \nWednesday\, November 3\, 1 PM – 2 PM\nCannabis on the Menu \nThis session will offer insight into current trends in cannabis-infused menu items. Join us as we hear from cannabis entrepreneurs regarding their career\, their journey of building a cannabis-infused branded business\, and food safety within the industry. \nModerator: Alison Nelson\, Edible Manufacturing Technician\, Cresco Labs  \nPanelists:\nJeni Cohen\, Founder\, Flame Princess Confections\nManny Mendoza\, Executive Chef\, Herbal Notes\nRocio Vargas\, Executive Chef\, Planda Group\nLorraine Nguyen\, Executive Chef\, Founder Cần Sa \nTuesday\, November 9\, 1 PM – 2 PM\nTransitioning from CPG into Cannabis \nThis strategic session will provide insight for CPG professionals transitioning into cannabis. Join us as we learn more about growth within the cannabis industry\, the similarities and differences between both industries\, and what steps you need to take to break into this budding industry. \nSpeaker: Laurie Parfitt\, Principal\, LKP Impact Consulting \nWednesday\, November 10\, 10:30 – 11 AM\nFireside Chat with Mindy Segal\n \nJames Beard award-winning chef Mindy Segal\, the creative force behind Cresco Lab’s flagship line of artisanal edibles will join us in a candid conversation to share her story and transition into the world of edibles. \nTuesday\, November 16\, 1 PM\nCannabis in Food and Beverage \nThis session will provide an opportunity to gain insight into the çannabis-infused food and beverage market. Join us for an overview of the growing opportunities\, current\, and future trends\, and additional industry insights.  \nModerator: Laurie Parfitt\, Principal\, LKP Impact Consulting \nPanelists:\nMegan Klein\, Founder\, Little Saints\nMegan Coffey\, R & D Lab Manager\, Cresco Labs\nJoline Rivera\, Founder\, Kitchen Toke Media and Red Belly Honey\nLauren Tamburro\, VP of R & D\, Vertosa\nJenny Mountjoy\, Creative Consultant\, Mountjoy Sparkling \nFor sponsorship opportunities contact us at communications@ilwomenincannabis.org \nThis hallmark event will be held virtually concerning the ongoing Covid-19 pandemic. \nIllinois Women in Cannabis is a 501(c)(6) nonprofit organization committed to serving\, supporting\, and advancing the careers of women connected to the regulated cannabis industry. Through education and community building\, we fulfill our mission to empower women of all ages and backgrounds to build strong relationships\, networks\, and careers in the cannabis industry.
URL:https://ilwomenincannabis.org/event/iwc-fall-harvest-series/
CATEGORIES:Cooking Demo,Fall Harvest Celebration,Lunch & Learn,Networking,Panel Discussion,Workshop
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SUMMARY:IWC Fall Infused Cooking Demo with Chef Angelina Bastidas
DESCRIPTION:Join us in a virtual cooking demonstration by Chef Angelina Bastidas of Tournant. Cook along and learn insights on how to prepare  “Spice Roasted Butternut Squash with Wild Mushrooms\, Feta\, Pancetta Vinaigrette\, Savory Granola” \nBorn in The Bronx and raised in Miami\, Angelina Bastidas\, loved to cook at an early age. A graduate of the Le Cordon Bleu College of Culinary Arts\, she honed her culinary skills in a number of Miami’s top dining destinations\, including Area 31\, The Bazaar by José Andrés\, Palme d’Or at the Biltmore Hotel\, and Piripi. In 2014\, she was selected as one of Zagat Miami’s 30 under 30 Rock Stars Redefining the Industry. Bastidas competed on season 13 of Top Chef and\, at 24\, was their youngest competitor ever. This sparked her move to Chicago where she worked as the Chef de Cuisine in the Gwen Hotel and former Executive Chef at Bin 36\, continuing her culinary career providing whimsical\, sophisticated\, innovative cuisine \nBastidas has most recently competed on season 3 of Bong Appetit in 2019 and was also one of eight chefs to compete in the 2019 U.S Barilla Pasta World Competition in Pebble Beach\, Ca during PBFWW
URL:https://ilwomenincannabis.org/event/iwc-fall-infused-cooking-demo-with-chef-angelina-bastidas/
CATEGORIES:Cooking Demo
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