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Midday Mingle

A Virtual Monthly Meetup

Midday Mingle

Connect, share, and grow with fellow food industry professionals during our virtual monthly meetup!

Take a break from your workday to join us for an hour of engaging conversation, valuable networking, and industry insights. The CSIFT Midday Mingle creates a relaxed virtual space where food science and technology professionals from across Chicagoland can connect.

No presentations, no pitches – just genuine connections with the people shaping the future of food!

What to expect:

  • Casual, friendly conversation with peers in the food industry
  • Grow your network locally
  • Discuss the latest food science trends and challenges
  • Get your questions answered about the Chicago Section IFT
  • Exchange restaurant recommendations and food experiences

Who should attend:

Any food industry professionals interested in the science and technology of food across the greater Chicagoland region! Members and nonmembers of CSIFT.

Register for Upcoming Midday Mingles

Location

Royal Palms Chicago

1750 N Milwaukee Avenue,
Chicago, Illinois 60647 United States
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Date

Thursday

Thursday, November 13 @ 12:00 pm 1:00 pm

Ongoing: 2nd Thursday of the month

Location

Virtual/Zoom

Fees

DateMonthly ThemeFeatured FoodRegistrationView Attendees
November 13, 2025Family HostingPieRegisterView Attendees
December 11, 2025ReflectionCookiesRegisterView Attendees
January 8, 2026GoalsSoupRegisterView Attendees
February 12, 2026LayersHot BeveragesRegisterView Attendees
March 12, 2026MadnessCandyRegisterView Attendees
April 9, 2026BreaksSaladRegisterView Attendees
May 14, 2026CelebrationBurgerRegisterView Attendees
June 11, 2026SpringInternationalComing soon!

Royal Palms Chicago

1750 N Milwaukee Avenue,
Chicago, Illinois 60647 United States
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