MenuDirections | Oct. 08-10, 2023| The Ohio State University, Columbus, OH

October 08-10, 2023 | Columbus, OH

MenuDirections welcome noncommercial operators from all segments. If you are looking for the opportunity to network with foodservice directors, executive chefs, and managers while gathering key insights from industry experts, MenuDirections is your answer!

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MenuDirections welcomes industry movers and shakers to the stage. Enjoy the opportunity to gather key takeaways from industry experts to help you lead your team and grow your business.

MenuDirections is attended each year by hundreds of the noncommercial foodservice industry's most influential professionals. MD attendees represent a wide range of connections from all segments of the industry, you won't find anyhwere else.

20+Speakers

200+Attendees

Dean Cathann
Kress

Vice President for Agricultural Administration and Dean of the College of Food, Agricultural, and Environmental Sciences
The Ohio State University

Bill
Anderson

Senior Vice President, Noncommercial Foodservice
Winsight

Lizzy
Freier

Director, Menu Research & Insights
Technomic

Matt
Harding

Director of Culinary
Piada Italian Street Food

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Foodservice Director

How to revive the menu with today’s top trends

By Patricia Cobe on Oct. 25, 2022

Technomic’s research points operators to the flavors, ingredients and menu items that consumers find most appealing.

Restaurant Business

Want your LTO to work? Include apples, bacon or steak

By Patricia Cobe on Oct. 25, 2022

These are the ingredients, flavors and menu items that consumers find the most appealing in limited-time offers, according to Technomic.

Restaurant Business

Plant-based seafood and healthy comfort food highlight emerging menu trends

By Patricia Cobe on Oct. 20, 2022

Here's a look at some of the food trends that were in focus at Foodservice Director's recent Menu Directions Conference.

2022 MenuDirections Recipe Book

Download the 2022 MenuDirections recipe book! Access over 30 delicious recipes to satisfy your cravings!