Eating at a Meeting

Global Perspectives on Creating Safe, Inclusive, and Sustainable Dining

Eating at a Meeting explores how food and beverage impact our lives, focusing on safety, inclusivity, and sustainability. Host Tracy Stuckrath talks with global experts to share practical insights on creating dining experiences that are thoughtful and transformative. Ideal for meeting planners, caterers, and anyone interested in the intersection of food, culture, and community.

Recent Episodes

Oct. 8, 2024

273: Empowering Communities: The Transformative Role of Food Justice in The People's Kitchen

Join me for the next episode of Eating at a Meeting as I sit down with Alethia Erwin, a board member of The People’s Kitchen, to explore how food is more than just a meal—it's a force for empowerment, transformation, and hea…
Oct. 1, 2024

272: Exclusive Insights: Lessons on Event Food Waste, Labeling, and Communication

In today's Eating at a Meeting episode, I'll dive into the latest food and beverage headlines that are making waves. From allergen safety to loneliness, I’m breaking down what these stories mean for your next event. Join me …
Sept. 24, 2024

271: Turning Taste into Trust: How to Make Your Healthcare Booth Stand Out

Tracy speaks with Hailey Rosenstein and Amy Simonides of Crepes A Latte about crafting memorable and compliant food and beverage experiences at healthcare trade shows. They highlight the logistical intricacies of complying w…
Sept. 17, 2024

270: Event Menus: How to Provide Freedom and Independence in Food Choices

Each July, I focus on the spirit of July and the celebrations of freedom and independence. I am inspired to discuss the importance of these themes in the context of food and events on this episode of the Eating at a Meeting …
Sept. 10, 2024

269: Crowd-Pleasing Event Menus a Northstar Meetings Group Webinar

Tracy hosts a focused discussion on the devastating incident involving Disney, Raglan Road restaurant, and a wrongful death lawsuit due to food allergies. She is joined by Mary Vargas, Joshua Grimes, and Ryan Gabbala, legal …
Sept. 3, 2024

268: What does it Take? A Deep Dive into Inclusive Food & Beverage Experiences

At a PCMA EduCon in Detroit, I ran into my friend Zoe Moore, CEO and Strategic Disruptor at Grow with Zomo. When I saw her, she said, "We have lots to discuss." As a passionate advocate for EDI in hospitality, events, and to…

About the Host

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Tracy Stuckrath

Founder and Host

Dietary Needs Expert. Meetings Industry Changemaker. Certified Special Events Professional. Tracy Stuckrath works with organizations and meeting planners worldwide to create safe, sustainable, and inclusive F&B events that deliver experiences where everyone feels valued. Every guest matters. Every meal matters.

Founder of thrive! meetings & events, and the Eating at a Meeting podcast, Tracy has had a 30+year career as an event professional. After being diagnosed with a food allergy, she changed the trajectory of her career in 2009 to help clients establish best practices, mitigate risk, improve experiences, and increase profit with the food and beverage they serve.

She has co-authored two books, published over 100 articles, and is recognized as a meeting and event industry leader, including Top 25 Women in the Meetings Industry and a Top 500 Event Professionals in North America.