IAAPA Explores: F&B Trends

October 17 - 19, 2023

Event Type: Explores

Region: IAAPA Global

Event Time: All day

Venue: In-Person

Location:

Knoxville and the surrounding area TN

United States

Member Price: $1,495 | Nonmember Price: $1,995 (includes one year of IAAPA membership)

Credit Hour(s): 8

Price includes 3 nights hotel accommodations at the Marriott Knoxville Downtown

“I realized very early the power of food to evoke memory, to bring people together, to transport you to other places, and I wanted to be a part of that.” – José Andrés Puerta

Food is integral to the guest experience in the attractions industry. How can you keep on the leading edge of food and beverage trends to wow your guests and increase your bottom line? Come be a part of IAAPA Explores: Food & Beverage Trends to learn from the innovators in attractions and the secrets of some the best-known brands in the world. You’ll be a part of a three-day experience you won’t soon forget and gain valuable insights with each new speaker and each new location. Register now! Transportation between tour locations, organized meals, and hotel accommodations included in registration fees.

Tour Locations

Ole Smokey Distillery

Distilled in the diverse ridges of the Great Smoky Mountains, Ole Smoky honors the decades-old tradition of moonshine & whiskey making and delivers Tennessee mountain-style spirits in eyebrow-raising flavors that keep fans coming back for more. Discover how Ole Smoky became Tennessee’s first legal moonshine distillery as well as the most visited distillery in the world with over 5 million visitors annually.

Dollywood
Known for its down-home charm, this world-famous 160-acre theme park is as unique as its namesake and owner Dolly Parton. In 2022, the park was recognized as the “number one theme park in the U.S.” by Tripadvisor, and it has been awarded the Golden Ticket for Best Food by Attractions Today four times. Dollywood knows a little about providing sensational guest experiences tied to their food and beverage operations.