May 16–19, 2026
McCormick Place
Chicago, IL
The Best of U.S. Food and Beverage. All in One Pavilion
North Hall - End of aisles 7700 - 8200
Step into A Taste of the States, where innovation, emerging trends and market opportunity come together to bring U.S. food and beverage products into focus.
Produced by the National Association of State Departments of Agriculture (NASDA) in partnership with the USDA Foreign Agricultural Service, this high-impact pavilion brings together distinctive American products and connects them with buyers ready to take them to market across the U.S. and around the world.
- Discover products that capture attention and reflect the depth and diversity of U.S. food and beverage
- Connect with food and beverage producers from across the U.S. through curated engagement designed to drive results
- Experience chef-led demonstrations across all four days that showcase techniques, highlight trends and translate products into real-world applications that resonate on menus and shelves alike
A Taste of the States brings it all together as a hub of discovery where new products stand out, conversations spark opportunity and connections lead to what’s next.
Discover what’s next, connect with the right partners and put new ideas to work for your business.
Featured Panel
Farm to Table: Women Powering the Future of Food
Saturday, May 16 | 12:00 PM to 12:45 PM
The Culinary Experience - 12448
Women are shaping what's next in food, from farm to the plate. Hear from leaders across agriculture, retail and chefs driving that change.
