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SUMMARY:Lee Chapter - April Luncheon
DESCRIPTION:Join the FRLA Lee Chapter on April 16\, 2025\, for an informative luncheon! Network with industry leaders and learn more about the Florida ProStart program. We will have an Italian-inspired cuisine prepared by Lee County High School ProStart students at the Lee County School District Main Office – Caloosahatchee Room. Don’t miss this great opportunity to connect and expand your network while learning about the district-wide achievements and impact of the Florida ProStart program.  \nEvent Schedule:\n11:00 AM – Doors Open\n11:00 – 11:30 AM  – Networking\n11:30 AM – Program and Lunch Served\n12:30 PM – Conclusion \nEvent Pricing: \n$30 – Members\n$40 – Nonmembers  \nRegister Now!\nRegistration Deadline: April 10\, 2025 \n 
URL:https://frla.org/event/lee-chapter-april-luncheon/
LOCATION:Lee County School District Offices\, 2855 Colonial Blvd.\, Fort Myers\, FL\, 33966\, United States
CATEGORIES:Lee,Lee Chapter
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SUMMARY:Lee Chapter - Lee County Schools 2025 Taco Cook-off
DESCRIPTION:A Taco Challenge for a Cause!\nWednesday\, October 29\, 2025\n5:00 PM – 8:00 PM\nShangri-La Springs \nThe Lee County Chapter of the Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association in partnership with the Lee County School District presents the 2025 Culinary Cook-Off. Local Lee County culinary high schools will compete for this year’s Culinary Cook-Off title for the best tacos in our Taco Take Down! \nGuests will vote for their “Fan Favorite”. Enjoy a fun-filled evening with great food and music. Non-alcoholic drinks will be included in the ticket price. Cash bar will be available for attendees 21 and over. \nProceeds from the event will go towards Lee County’s Culinary and ProStart programs\, contributing to student scholarships\, classroom supplies\, and equipment as well as state competitions. \n\nTICKETS: \n• Individual General Admission Ticket: $35 \n• Parent/Immediate Family of Culinary Student: $15 \n(Parent/immediate family member of participating culinary student.) \n• VIP Individual Ticket: $65 \n(VIP Ticket Includes: Early entrance into event 30 minutes prior\, receive wristband at check-in that includes two adult beverages and unlimited non-alcoholic beverages. No waiting in regular line.) \n\nPurchase Tickets!\nSponsorships Available! Contact Chris Lopez\, Regional Director FRLA at clopez@frla.org.\n  \nThank you to our sponsors: \n \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://frla.org/event/lee-chapter-lee-county-schools-taco-cook-off-2/
LOCATION:Shangri-La Springs\, 27750 Old 41 Road\, Bonita Springs\, FL\, 34135\, United States
CATEGORIES:Lee
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ORGANIZER;CN="Chris Lopez":MAILTO:clopez@frla.org
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SUMMARY:Summit
DESCRIPTION:FRLA’s Summit is back for its 14th annual premier hospitality event\, August 18-20\, 2026 at the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino in Hollywood\, FL. Join Florida’s most influential hospitality professionals and top-level executives for this two-day event. Bringing you leading industry trends\, best practices\, top-notch speakers\, and unparalleled networking\, we’ve made sure there’s a seat for everyone at our table. \nTICKETS\n*Tickets on sale soon. \nMEET THE 2025 SPEAKERS\nTim Tebow\n2025 AGENDA\nCLICK HERE TO VIEW AGENDA \nACCOMODATIONS\n*Room block coming soon. Should you have any questions please contact Ashley Gholston\, Events & Industry Relations Director\, agholston@frla.org.  \nSeminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino\n1 Seminole Way\, Davie\, FL 33314 \n\nProperty Maps: VIEW HERE \nDinner Reservations:\nIf you would like to dine on property please call in advance to Customer Care at 954-316-2900 to make reservations at Cipresso Italian\, Council Oak Steaks and Seafood\, and Kuro Japanese. Please tell the agent that you are with FRLA. Here is a link to available dining options if you would like to preview menus. \n \n\nMARKETING & ALLIED MEMBER COUNCIL\nCLICK HERE to view the Marketing & Allied Member Council. This event would not be possible without the input and guidance from our council. THANK YOU for investing your time and for your continued support of the FRLA! If you have interest in joining the Marketing & Allied Member Council contact Ashley Jackson. \n2025 HIGHLIGHT VIDEO
URL:https://frla.org/event/summit/
LOCATION:Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino – Hollywood\, FL\, 1 Seminole Way\, Davie\, FL\, 33314\, United States
CATEGORIES:Bay,Broward,Central FL,Collier,EscaRosa,Florida Inns,Gulf Island Coast,Hillsborough,Lee,Miami Dade,Monroe,Northeast,Northwest FL,Palm Beach,Pinellas,Space Coast,Suncoast,Tallahassee
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SUMMARY:The Florida Restaurant Show
DESCRIPTION: \n\nINTRODUCING…THE FLORIDA RESTAURANT SHOW!\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhether you’re an independent owner\, quick-serve restaurant operator\, chef\, caterer\, baker\, bar or nightclub operator\, hospital\, hotel\, or commercial foodservice personnel — join us for 3 days October 25-27\, 2026\, at the Florida Restaurant Show at the Orange County Convention Center. \nLearn about the hottest menu trends\, state-of-the-art design and decor\, the best in business education within our education programming\, and hundreds of the leading vendors and purveyors dedicated to serving the restaurant & foodservice community — all under one roof. \nWatch live culinary performances and listen in on discussions about how our chefs came to be. Emerging trends abound on the show floor with hundreds of exhibitors and in our exciting special events. Spark your creative appetite and celebrate your passion for the profession. \nThank you so much to all our partners and supporters! \n\n\n\n\n\nLEARN MORE HERE\n  \nQuestions? Contact: \n\nRegistration: FRLA restaurant and hotel members receive unlimited free badges\, and will need to select the “FRLA Member” option and include their member ID . If you need assistance with registration please contact customer service at  PizzaSummitFloridaRestaurant@maritz.com. \nExhibits & Sponsorships: Paul Pedrow at (484) 823-9608\, paul@therestaurantevents.com or Joe Carlino joe@therestaurantevents.com \nEducational Breakout Sessions: Amy Riemer at 978-502-4895 or amy@riemercommunications.com
URL:https://frla.org/event/florida-restaurant-lodging-show/
LOCATION:Orange County Convention Center\, Orlando\, FL
CATEGORIES:Bay,Broward,Central FL,Charlotte,Citrus,Collier,EscaRosa,Florida Inns,Forgotten Coast,Greater Ocala,Gulf Island Coast,Hillsborough,Lake,Lee,Lee Chapter,Marion,Miami Dade,Monroe,North Central FL,Northeast,Northwest FL,Palm Beach,Pasco/Hernando,Pinellas,Polk,Space Coast,Suncoast,Tallahassee,Treasure Coast,Volusia
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