Save the Date: February 20-23, 2025

Save the Date:
February 20-23, 2025

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FoodieCon® hosted by W South Beach


WHEN
Saturday, February 24
11:30 AM - 6:00 PM

WHERE
W South Beach
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What's Included

All food and drink is included at this event.

Dress Code: Casual Chic

Relaxed and stylish attire with comfortable fabrics like cotton, linen or denim.

18 years of age and older

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Description

What happens when you combine social media’s most notable food-loving personalities and a unique “offline” food experience? You get FoodieCon®! Taking place at the W South Beach, FoodieCon® returns to feature the most influential digital content creators in the food and beverage community. Enjoy a full day of programming including social media-worthy cooking demos, interactive panels with digital thought leaders, immersive activations and photo opportunities, and book signings with digital trailblazers. Get ready to embark on a gastronomic adventure like no other. At FoodieCon®, we're not just about showcasing digital food content creators; we're also about celebrating the art of indulgence. Whether you're a dedicated foodie or just someone looking to experience new flavors, you won't be disappointed. Our selection of food and drink will be as star-studded as our lineup of digital influencers. There will also be a Q&As, meet & greets, and book signings with your favorite digital stars. FoodieCon® is the definitive insider’s mecca for food culture, content creation, and engagement.

Please note, you must be 18 years of age or older and have a valid ID to attend this event.

*For a look at the day's events, click through the Forum & Great Lawn Schedule tabs below*
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FoodieCon® Forum

11:30 AM - 12:00 PM

Welcome

with Belkys Nerey

12:00 PM - 12:30 PM

Clocking Out: From Cubicles to Content, hosted by Sharon Rechter, Co-Founder & President First Media

with Molly Baz, Curlyfuq, The Defined Dish & Priyanka Naik

Want to swap the suit and tie for an apron and tripod? These content creators bid adieu to their day jobs to pursue content creation fulltime… and you can too.

12:30 PM - 1:00 PM

Hitting the Shelves hosted by Marc Murphy

with Neil Patrick Harris, Molly Baz, Jake Cohen, The Defined Dish, & Nick DiGiovanni

These creators took their talents beyond social media and decided to hit the shelves… creating their very own product lines. Needless to say, we’re buying what they’re selling. Come learn the tricks of their trade. Not a hard sell, right?

2:00 PM - 2:30 PM

Sensory Overload hosted by Antonia Lofaso

with Albert Can Cook, Brian Can't Stop Eating, Man Can Cook & The Pasta Queen

These foodies are no strangers to the sights, sounds and smells of the kitchen… but really, how good are their senses? We’ll test their prowess with a pinch of ASMR, a side of blindfolds, and a big serving of fun.

3:00 PM - 3:30 PM

Fast Track to Success, hosted by Yelp's Tara Lewis

with Curlyfuq, The Moody Foody & The Joe Must Go On

These rising stars might be newer on the scene, but their growth knows no bounds… learn how these creators paved their way to success – and FAST. With a drive to succeed and no intention to pump the brakes, find out how these creators learned the ropes along the road.

3:30 PM - 4:00 PM

Cuisine & Culture, hosted by Kardea Brown

with Owen Han, The Moody Foody, Priyanka Naik & The Joe Must Go On

Food is a universal love language, and diversity is the spice of life – so let’s hear how some of our creators have incorporated their cultures and upbringings into their content – and how it’s been a key ingredient in their story.

4:30 PM - 5:00 PM

Shots Fired

with Brian Can't Stop Eating, Jake Cohen, Man Can Cook, Olivia Tiedemann, The Pasta Queen & Chef Joshua Weissman

If you’ve ever had the urge to ask your favorite creators your most burning questions, now’s your shot! Watch as our social media stars get put in the hot seat, answering rapid-fire questions about all things cooking, content, and the wild world of social media. Nothing’s off the table, so get ready to fire away.

Snaps & Signings

1:15 PM - 1:45 PM

Nick DiGiovanni & Olivia Tiedmann

1:45 PM - 2:15 PM

The Defined Dish & Owen Han

3:15 PM - 3:45 PM

The Pasta Queen, Albert Can Cook, & Brian Can't Stop Eating

4:00 PM - 4:30 PM

Curlyfuq, The Joe Must Go On & Priyanka Naik

5:00 PM - 5:30 PM

Jake Cohen, Man Can Cook & The Moody Foody

Panels

2:30 PM - 3:00 PM

Between the Buns: The Ultimate Burger Build featuring Schweid & Sons, hosted by Bobby Flay

with Albert Can Cook, Owen Han, Olivia Tiedemann & Chef Joshua Weissman

Watch as your favorite content creators get their hands dirty as they build their own version of the most impressive burger, made with the best meat in the game. Featuring mouth-watering ingredients and endless toppings, these DIY burgers are going to be something you don’t want to miss.

Additional Event Information

100% of net proceeds from the Festival benefit students of the Chaplin School of Hospitality & Tourism Management at Florida International University who assist Festival organizers in all aspects, including Festival planning, logistics and overall execution.

All guests must adhere to the Festival bag policy.

To request materials in accessible format, register a service animal and or secure an accommodation, please contact FIU’s Office of Civil Rights Compliance and Accessibility (OCRCA) at 305.348.2785 or [email protected] at least two weeks in advance of the event or at the earliest possible opportunity.

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