Culinary Industry Night Participation Details
Our mission is to connect the broader culinary community with a diverse network of producers, creators and farmers – and to build up the food community of those who we are inspired by through partnerships and collaboration. Some of our past producers include: Wild Arc Farm, Hana Makgeolli, Burlap & Barrell, Dashi Okume, Glynwood Farm, NON, Sorate, & many more). You can learn about our past industry night here!
Participation Details:
To take part in the event, we ask that you provide samples of your product for guests to enjoy. You’re also welcome to offer your product for purchase in addition to the demo bites you provide. The confirmed guest count will be shared five days before the event — attendance typically ranges between 180 and 200 guests.
Sliding-Scale Registration Fee for Participating Producers
We offer a flexible, sliding-scale registration fee to ensure accessibility for producers of all sizes. Please choose the tier that best reflects your business’s current budget and capacity.
There is no difference in participation benefits between tiers — simply choose the level that feels right for you:
Tier 1: $90
Tier 2: $110
Tier 3: $130
Your contribution directly supports our mission to provide meaningful opportunities and resources for the food and beverage community.
This event was created for and by culinary (and culinary-adjacent) professionals. Whether you’re an urban farmer, pastry chef, cheesemonger, restaurant manager, anthropologist, gastronomic historian, food stylist, beekeeper, or fermentation expert — the list goes on — The Libi Project exists to build bridges between the people who shape our industry.
Through Culinary Industry Nights, we foster meaningful connections and inspire future collaborations among culinary creatives and entrepreneurs across the food and beverage world.
You can learn about our past industry night here!
Next Industry Night 1/26/26
Demo Details
We’ll provide tables for all participating producers. Please plan to bring the following items with you:
Tasting materials for your product (e.g., ice, tasting cups, utensils)
Decor elements such as tablecloths, florals, candles, or other personal touches
See below for inspiration from how past producers have styled their tables!
We encourage you to have at least two team members at your demo table — this creates more opportunities to connect with attendees while also allowing one team member to take a moment to explore and enjoy the event.
Location & Date
Location: 100 Sutton Event Space in Greenpoint, Brooklyn
Date: Monday, January 26th
Run of Show:
5:15pm - 5:45pm: Producer Arrival for setup (depending on extent of setup)
6:30pm: Event Starts
6:30pm - 8:00pm: Connecting + Demoing
8:00pm - 8:45pm: Panel Discussion (tabling pauses during this time)
8:45pm - 9:30pm: Final Chance to Connect + Demo
FAQs
General Setup
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4:45pm! However, producers typically arrive starting around 5:15/5:30pm depending on the extent of their setup.
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No, tables are provided!
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Each producer will have 5 feet of space on a shared 10-foot table.
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Yes! But please let us know at least one week in advance if you need access to an outlet.
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Unfortunately, no. Please plan on sourcing your own ice.
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There will be space under your table for storage, so we highly suggest bringing a tablecloth.
Materials & Decor
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No! Please bring your own tasting cups, utensils, napkins, and any other sampling materials you need.
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Not required, but strongly encouraged! It differentiates your side from the other producer’s and also hides the extra stuff that lives under the table :)
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Black wood (see pictures below)
Staffing & Logistics
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We recommend having at least 2 people at the table.
You are welcome to have more team members but please email mariajose@libinyc.com to confirm!
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Yes, we encourage you to have at least two team members so one can engage with guests while the other explores and enjoys the event!
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The event takes place at:
Rule of Thirds Event Space (connected to Bin Bin Sake)
29 Norman Ave #100, Brooklyn, NY 11222
Sampling & Service
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Yes! You are welcome to sell in addition to demoing.
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At our last Industry Night, we had around 140 guests. We will confirm the final guest count at least 5 days before the event (sometimes earlier), but please note that attendance often increases closer to the event.
