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News
Booth registration for the 2027 Israeli pavilion is now open
Pre-show webinar series begins soon
NRA Show · Chicago · May 22–25, 2027
Sponsorship packages are now open
The official Israeli delegation · NRA Show 2027
Four days at the center of American foodservice.
The official Israeli delegation to the NRA Show, Chicago.
Once a year, the entire U.S. restaurant industry gathers in Chicago. We bring an official Israeli delegation into the room, and stay beside every member from day one.
May 22–25, 2027
McCormick Place · Chicago, IL
Our service
What we do
Delegation leadership
We organize and lead the official Israeli delegation to the NRA Show, from the planning stage to the show floor.
Exhibitors & booths
We bring Israeli suppliers and brands onto the show floor and manage Israeli booth registration.
Pre-show webinars
A preparation series, so you land in Chicago ready instead of figuring it out on the floor.
Connections & introductions
We connect Israeli operators with the right U.S. partners, distributors and advisors.
Well beyond the show floor
A festive opening, our own session room at the show, and a full schedule beyond show hours.
On-the-ground team
A team in Chicago that stays with you at every step: before, during and after the show.
The 2027 Delegation
The stage that sets the industry's direction
In Chicago, the entire U.S. restaurant industry comes together, along with the trends, innovations and technologies that set the direction of the field. As a delegation member you see all of it up close, with guidance and representation the whole way.
International Reception
The delegation takes part in the show's International Reception, the evening where professionals from over 110 countries meet. Saturday, May 22, 2027, at McCormick Place.
53,000+
Attendees
2,300+
Exhibitors
900+
Product categories
110+
Countries represented
NRA Show figures. This is the stage your brand steps onto.
The delegation experience
An experience that changes how you see your business
Not another show ticket. A full program, from the moment you land in Chicago.
Opening reception
A closed event for delegation members, with key players from the restaurant industry.
A festive dinner
Under the auspices of the Israeli Consulate in Chicago, an evening with Israel's representatives.
Focused sessions
Talks built around what an Israeli operator needs in the U.S.
Industry connections
Meet the suppliers, partners and advisors that matter.
VIP networking group
A closed circle for the delegation's guests.
Close personal guidance
Our team beside you the whole way.
Innovation and inspiration
See where the industry is heading before everyone else.
Technology, equipment and trends
The newest gear, ingredients and ideas on one floor.
Israeli & Jewish business tours
Visits to Israeli and Jewish businesses across Chicago.
A recognized business expense
Taking part is a business investment, not just a trip abroad.
The package
What's included
Membership in the official Israeli delegation
A full NRA Show credential for every show day
A pre-show preparation webinar series
A festive opening reception for delegations from around the world
The delegation networking dinner
A festive dinner under the auspices of the Israeli Consulate
Focused sessions beyond show hours
A personalized show plan and guided floor map
Pre-arranged introductions with suppliers, partners and advisors
Our Chicago team before, during and after the show
Meetings with Chicago's Israeli and Jewish community and operators
Tours of Israeli and Jewish businesses across Chicago
Pre-arranged access to service providers: architecture, legal, HR
The program
Four days in Chicago, day by day
Day 1
Arrival & International Reception
Landing in Chicago, the delegation's opening event, and the show's International Reception that evening, where professionals from over 110 countries meet.
Day 2
The show floor
A full day inside the NRA Show with a guided plan, alongside focused sessions built for Israeli operators.
Day 3
Connections & community
A festive dinner under the auspices of the Israeli Consulate, pre-arranged introductions, and tours of Israeli and Jewish businesses across Chicago.
Day 4
Final day & wrap-up
A final round at the show, closing business connections, and a wrap-up before heading home.
The full program is shared with members and may be refined.
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A series of professional webinars to prepare the delegation in advance
Before we land, we'll hold online sessions covering everything that matters at the show, to prepare you as fully as possible.
From the show floor
Inside the NRA Show
The show floor
The delegation on the floor
Israeli innovation
NRA Show, ChicagoA custom-made package for every member
No two restaurants break into the U.S. the same way. So every member gets a package built around their own goals, and a team in Chicago that works for them before the show, during it, and long after it closes.
Sponsorship
Partner with the delegation
Sponsorship puts your brand in front of the Israeli operators, suppliers and decision-makers heading to Chicago in 2027. Every partnership is built around your goals, not around a fixed package.
Your brand across the delegation's site, materials and events
Direct introductions and lead generation with relevant operators
A speaking slot and thought-leadership positioning at the show
Reach beyond the show: pre-show webinars and post-show follow-up
Opportunities are limited and tailored to each partner. Let's find the right fit for your brand.
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What's worth knowing before you join
Who is the delegation for?
Israeli restaurateurs, suppliers and brands that want to grow in the U.S. market. Also restaurateurs hungry for innovation who come to learn, open their minds and see the cutting edge of the industry.
What is included?
The full delegation program: the opening reception and the delegation dinner, focused sessions, VIP networking and our team on the ground throughout the show.
Do I need my own booth?
No. You can join as a visitor, and if you want to exhibit we manage Israeli booth registration for you.
Is this a recognized business expense?
Yes. Taking part is a fully recognized, tax-deductible business expense.
How do I join?
Leave your details through the Register button and we will contact you with the next steps.
Contact
Let's build your move into the U.S.
U.S.+1 (773) 392-2737
Israel+972 52-483-2141
Emailojtrest2026@gmail.com
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