CAFÉ Update October 19, 2026
19 October 2026Call for Presenters/Presentations
CAFÉ devotes one day of its annual Leadership Conference to Educational Best Practices. These one-hour peer presentations are quite important and are very much appreciated by those in attendance.
The presentations will be on Thursday, June 24, 2027. We will be hosted by Community College of Philadelphia.
What do we hope to get from a potential presenter?
One of next year’s themes will be “Going Forward.” We are seeking educators that will share their experiences and who may be asked to lead hands-on workshops. Other topics may be a focus on "What's New and What's Next" in culinary classrooms.
What ideas do you have that you could pass on to other instructors…whether secondary or postsecondary applications?
We would like to hear from you: a title, a brief outline, and your contact details, including a short bio.
Please send your submissions to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. with "Educational Best Practices" in the subject line.
Deadline for submission is November 20, 2026. Presenters receive a $100 discount on their conference registration.
Thank you!
Mary Petersen
Executive Editor, Gold Medal Classroom
President, Center for the Advancement of Foodservice Education
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Additional conference details are coming soon. We look forward to welcoming you to Philadelphia in 2027!
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Mary Petersen, President, CAFÉ; Executive Editor, The Gold Medal Classroom
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