Eager to meet a Celebrity Chef? Want to learn the latest trends in

cooking? Maybe indulge your taste buds... the HOT SPOT will satisfy it all!



    NORWALK, Conn., Aug. 8 /EMWNews/ -- The Hot Spot Culinary

Demonstration Theater is an educational, interactive and entertaining area

for foodservice professionals who want to stay abreast of what's hot in the

food world. This is a must attend event at the Western Foodservice &

Hospitality Expo (August 23 through August 25, 2008) at the Los Angeles

Convention Center.



    The 2008 line up includes:



    Saturday, August 23rd - 12:00 pm



    Food Network Star, GUY FIERI. Are you ready for TV, interviews and the

Food Network? Don't miss Guy Fieri appearing LIVE at the Hot Spot! This

Food Network star will give examples, tips and a roadmap to successfully

market the chef, the menu and the restaurant. Public Relations Expert and

Author Linda Duke, will moderate the event.



    Saturday, August 23rd - 1:30 pm



    Taylor Boudreaux, One of Los Angeles Magazine's "Top 10 Most Renowned

New Chefs" and a James Beard Foundation nominee for "Rising Star Chef of

the Year" in 2004. As Executive Chef at California Cafe in downtown Los

Gatos, Boudreaux has created a new menu for filled with organic and local

produce accented by global flavors. Learn how to create magnificent dishes

using food grown within 100 miles of your region.



    Saturday, August 23rd - 3:00 pm



    Roseanne Tully, CEO and Founder of Intermezzo, the nation's fastest

growing fine food, wine, home, and travel magazine, will share tips and

techniques to simply fabulous dinners



    Sunday, August 24th - 12:00 pm



    Tommy Tang, celebrity chef and host of PBS's "Let's Get Cooking with

Tommy Tang," will create unique, delectable cuisine from his native

Thailand.



    Sunday, August 24th - 1:30 pm



    Leonardo Curti, renowned Italian Chef, will take the audience on a

culinary adventure into Italy and Central California's Santa Ynez Valley

while Chef Leonardo teaches simple recipes using readily available

ingredients. Get swept away to the lush Italian countryside through Chef

Leonardo's authentic, mouth-watering cuisine.



    Sunday, August 24th - 3:00 pm



    Aaron Song from Fox televisions hit series, "Hell's Kitchen" will heat

up the HOT SPOT. A character on both Season 3 and Season 4, Aaron will

offer his guide to eating smart, being fit and living well. A well-known

spokesperson for Henry's Farmer Market, Aaron will show how to incorporate

Anti-Oxidants into everyday cooking.



    Monday, August 25th - 11:30 am



    Jeff Stansfield from Advantage Jewish Catering, will offer a delicious

and informative demonstration about Kosher cooking



    Monday, August 25th - 1:00 pm



    Ray Duey, world-renowned culinary artist, is nothing short of amazing

when it comes to food sculpting. Working his magic on fruits and

vegetables, he travels around the country, teaching the culinary art of

fruit and vegetable carvings and leaving spectators and culinary

professionals spellbound. Watch him work his magic!



    The Western Foodservice & Hospitality Expo will bring 15,000+

foodservice industry professionals together. The Expo Hall will offer 650

companies showcasing products ranging from equipment to gourmet foods. The

three day event will feature the 3rd annual Ultimate Barista Challenge

where professional Baristas prepare their signature espresso beverages. The

1st annual Los Angeles Wine Expo will feature wines from over 40 winemakers

from around the globe. The LA Wine Expo will be located in the same exhibit

hall as the Western Foodservice & Hospitality Expo, and is open to all

badged attendees on Saturday and Sunday only. View event details at

http://www.winexpola.com



    The Expo is produced and managed by Reed Exhibitions, and sponsored by

the California Restaurant Association. For more information on exhibiting

or attending the Expo, call 800-840-5612 or visit the official Show website

at http://www.westernfoodexpo.com or http://www.thefoodshows.com.