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Food Service Show

Region 7 ESC Food Show, October 20 at Maude Cobb Convention Center

Discover What’s Next on the Menu

The Region 7 Annual Food Service Show brings districts together for a hands-on look at new food options, vendor products, and ideas that support cafeteria programs across East Texas.

Attendees will have the opportunity to sample products, connect with vendors, explore new menu possibilities, and introduce students to the world of school nutrition and cafeteria life.

Event Details

Date: October 20, 2026

Time: 9:00 AM–2:00 PM

Latest Entry: 1:00 PM

Cost: Free

Workshop: #397009

Register for the Region 7 Food Show on October 20

What You’ll Experience

Product Sampling

Taste and explore food options that may be considered for future cafeteria menus.

Vendor Connections

Meet with food service vendors and learn more about available products and options.

Menu Ideas

Discover new foods and ideas that can help support school nutrition programs.

Student Exposure

Introduce selected students to cafeteria operations, food service careers, and school nutrition.

Who Should Attend

This event is open for district registration and is designed for school-based food service and nutrition personnel, along with students selected by their districts.

Suggested audiences include: Culinary Arts students, CACFP nutrition personnel, school nutrition personnel, SFSP Summer Food Service Program staff, cafeteria managers, food service staff, and child nutrition teams.

Schedule & Location

9:00–11:00 AM

Food Service Staff Only

11:00 AM–2:00 PM

Staff & Students

Latest entry is 1:00 PM.

Maude Cobb Convention Center

100 Grand Boulevard
Longview, Texas 75604

A Look at Last Year’s Event

Take a quick look at the vendor booths, food samples, and student experiences from last year’s Food Show.

Built for the Kids Who Count on It

Join Region 7 ESC for a day focused on new food ideas, school nutrition connections, and cafeteria experiences that support students across our districts.

Register for the Region 7 Food Show on October 20

More Information

For additional information about the Region 7 Annual Food Service Show, registration assistance, or event details, please contact the Region 7 ESC team below.