Catersource + The Special Event Schedule 2026
Plate Presentation & Styling, from Kitchen to Cover Page
Jay Varga (Executive Chef, The JDK Group)
Lindsey Leichthammer (Owner, Lindsey Leichthammer Events)
Location: 403A
Date: Thursday, March 5
Time: 12:30 pm - 1:30 pm
Pass Type: All Access, Catersource Conference Pass, Combined CS/TSE Conference Pass - Get your pass now!
Track: CS-Culinary Arts, CS-Marketing
Vault Recording: TBD
Audience Level: All
In an industry where food is king, discover how plate presentation and photography can enhance your guest experience while expanding your audience through food styling and photography. Not every beautiful dish is photogenic. This presentation will provide you with an in-depth look at plating tips and techniques from Executive Chef Jay Varga, designed to help elevate your food presentation. It will also cover the necessities and must-haves from professional food stylist and event producer Lindsey Leichthammer, to help elevate your food photography. Where artistry meets style, you can guarantee this session will elevate your social media!