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Great Beginnings: Stunning Appetizers for Every Occasion!

OConnor, Karen  (Executive Chef, Daniel et Daniel Catering and Event Planning)

Joanne Purnell  (president, Good Gracious Events)

Location: Floridian D

Date: Tuesday, February 25

Time: 10:00 am - 11:00 am

Pass Type: All Access, CS Conference Pass, CS Premium Pass, Combined CS/TSE Conference Pass

Track: CS-Culinary Arts

Vault Recording: TBD

Audience Level: All

Every event should have a "Great Beginning"—and that means those delicious bites that whet the appetite for what's to come. Join Chef Joanne Purnell of Good Gracious Events and Chef Karen O'Connor, who will talk about—and demo—the appetizer superstars from their repertoires that never fail to get the party started. The team will be featuring plant forward and allergen friendly starters that everyone will love.