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Building a food brand or business is hard. The stakes are real, the learning curve is steep, & there's no clear roadmap - just a long series of tasks & decisions you mostly have to figure out on your own. What if you didn't have to do it alone?
Mise en Table is a monthly gathering for the people doing the work to bring great food & dining experiences to life. This is about creating the conditions for people working in food & beverage to set themselves up for success - by sharing resources, asking hard questions, putting everything on the table, & building the kind of mutual support that only comes from a real community of peers.
This isn't another networking event. It's a free, working peer group where food entrepreneurs, creatives, & operators come together to share resources, solve real problems, & build the kind of connections that actually move your work forward. No panels. No pitching. Just a room full of people who get it.
Who is this for?
Food & beverage brand founders, chefs, bakers, restaurant/bar/cafe owners, food writers, photographers, stylists, supper club hosts, hospitality executives, food tech operators - & anyone else building something in the food & beverage space.
Seats are limited to create a safe space for sharing & building real connections. Come as you are - ready to put it all out on the table to set yourself & fellow builders up for success.
What to Expect
Every session has a simple rotating format - a resource swap, a show-and-tell, a live problem-solving session, Q&A with a guest who supports the industry - plus ample time to connect & find your next collaborator.
The format for this session will be Giving & Thanks! Since this is our last gathering before Thanksgiving, let's make it festive with a casual potluck lunch. We'll have postcards on hand to write a letter of gratitude to someone who has made a difference in your life this year.
Come prepared with one resource to share: a vendor you trust, a tool that's saved you time, a contact you'd vouch for, a template that's been useful. You'll leave with a list of what everyone recommended - & an invite to our resource library where we'll keep a running list of people, tools, & tips recommended by the community.
Agenda
Mise En Table: Giving & Thanks: Potluck Lunch, Gratitude Letters, Resource Share
12:00 - 12:15: Arrivals + Lunch Table Setup
Coffee & tea provided. Bring a bite to share for our potluck lunch.
12:15 - 12:30: Fill Your Plate + Quick Intros
Share your name, what you're working on right now, & the dish you brought.
12:30 - 1:30: Resource Share
Share your favorite resources & recommendations over lunch. Come prepared with at least one resource to share: a vendor you trust, a tool that's saved you time, a contact you'd vouch for, a template that's been useful
1:30 - 1:50: Gratitude Postcards & Connections
We'll have postcards available for writing letters of gratitude. Unstructured time to follow up on resources & intros.
1:50 - 2:00: Closing + Vote for Next Month's Format + Signup for Holiday Market
One ask, one offer from anyone who wants to share. Then we vote for next month's format. Interested in participating in our holiday market? Let us know! Make sure you've opted-in to receive email from us - we'll follow up with a recap, resources, & invite to the next gathering.
Meet Your Hosts:
Letters from the Table
Letters from the Table is a project exploring the ways food connects us with people, places, memories, & the present moment. It is a series of love letters & a platform for creating connection through storytelling & intentional gatherings. Our mission is to highlight the stories of people who express themselves through food, & connect creators of emerging food brands with an audience that is deeply interested in their work.
Sign up for the newsletter to receive periodic letters, recipes, invitations to gatherings, & atmospheric content.
Joni Goldbach
Joni, the creator of Letters from the Table, is a fractional Product leader supporting founders, business leaders, & teams in reaching their goals & creating meaningful experiences for their customers.
Fabrik
Fabrik is a home for communities where everyone has a place to belong. With spaces designed to feel more like your living room than your office, Fabrik's third spaces are vibrant hubs where people can come together in real life, explore interests, forge meaningful connections, & build a sense of community.
If you'd like to stay at Fabrik to work for the day, day passes are available for $29 here.
FAQ
The artwork in the event image is amazing! Who is the artist?
That's Still Life with Melon & Pears by Luis Melndes, painted in 1772.
Where can I find more events like this?
Follow Letters from the Table via our calendar here on Luma, on substack, & on Instagram to be the first to know about our future events. As we get going, we'll be sharing more resources & events hosted by other folks in the community aimed at supporting folks working in the food & beverage industry.
Please note: By signing up for this event you agree to receive email communication from Letters from the Table (and from Fabrik) related to this gathering & future offerings. You can unsubscribe at any time.
Photos may be taken during the event for promotional purposes. By attending, you consent to your image being used in future marketing materials. If you have any concerns, please let us know.
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