Feburary

March 7th - 8th
Research Chef's Association Conference - Seattle Washington Chef Danhi and Sous Chef Ari Slatkin will be cooking at Lee Kum Kee's booth on March 7th. Come see what soy sauce can do in your kitchen.

RCA: http://www.culinology.com/index.cfm
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April 3rd - 5th, 2008
Consumer Trends 2008: A Produce Solutions Conference by the Produce Marketing Association - Newport Beach California Asian

"Produce is Not an Option: The Influence of Chinese and Vietnamese Cuisine in American Food Industry"

Chef Danhi's Session (co-presenting with Saul Gitlin) will be held on Friday April 4th from 1:15pm - 2:45pm; followed by Speaker Reconvene from 4:15pm - 5:00pm Session Description: These two dynamic speakers will synchronize their knowledge to bring us the latest word on produce preferences of the two most influential Asian populations in America. From the must-haves in each specific culture to the subtle differences, these experts will help identify the newest Asian-based trends that begin with the selection of high quality produce and end up with sumptuous inspirations on the plates in authentic Chinese and Vietnamese restaurants. Don't miss the brilliant fusion of marketer and chef as they dish up a delicious, full-course serving of the facts on Asian cuisine that you need to know.

Produce Marketing Association: www.pma.com

April 15-19, 2008
International Association of Culinary Professionals 2008 Conference, New Orleans, LA.

Chef Danhi will be moderating and presenting an educational seminar entitled “Southeast Asian Street Food: Rhythmic Sounds and Flavors”. Robert will be accompanied on this panel by Mai Pham of Lemon Grass Restaurant.

This session will showcase the people and foods that are woven into the fabric of Thailand, Vietnam, Singapore and Malaysia. Sights, sounds and flavors will be experienced through captivating photos, dynamic videos, a cooking demonstration and tastings that will show how traditional foods on the streets are a celebration of the culture of Southeast Asia.

International Association of Culinary Professionals: www.iacp.com

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May

May 17th - 20th
National Restaurant Association Show - Chicago, Illinois, The world's most comprehensive food service marketplace.
National Restaurant Association: http://www.restaurant.org/show/

July

Chef Danhi partners with The PMA to plan, prepare and emcee many aspects of the conference. This year Chef Danhi will be involved in the following

Thursday and Friday, July 25th & 26th
Fresh Produce Academy

Two days are spent in an intimate setting with 75 attendees and Chef Danhi and guest speakers will lead the group through in-depth produce centric training session, take several farm tours and have interactive tastings.

Sunday, July 27th
General Session: Top Chefs - The session would be moderated by Chef Robert Danhi.
The judges on the Bravo stations hit television show is Tom Colicchio. Tom is a chef – he has won 5 James Beard Awards, medal for Outstanding Service, etc. The discussion would focus on their differing backgrounds, how they came to find food, the show, philosophies, etc.

Chef Demos: The Judges Cook
Chef Danhi will moderate these two chefs cooking on stage. The chefs will create recipes featuring sponsors products and prepare them. Samples would also be provided.

Produce Marketing Association: www.pma.com

Now in its fourth year, The Flavor Experience, a partnership between BSI inc. and Flavor & The Menu magazine, has proven it’s premier showcase ability for industry operators and suppliers to experience the power of flavor as a major component of their business strategy.

Chef Danhi’s topic of presentation to be determined.

The Flavor experience: http://www.flavor-online.com

October 15th
The Southern California Gas Company Book Release: Southeast Asian Flavors - an adventure learning to cook the foods of Thailand, Vietnam, Malaysia and Singapore 9240 Firestone Blvd., SCERC7, Downey, CA 90241-5388 http://www.socalgas.com/business/resource_center/erc_overview.shtml

October 24th - 27th, 2008
Fresh Summit International Convention & Exposition - Orlando, Florida

Where more than 18,500 participants throughout the global fresh produce and floral supply chains come together as a community to learn, network, build relationships, and do business.

Produce Marketing Association: www.pma.com