2023 MoCo Made Food & Beverage Expo Recap

The 2023 MoCo Made Food & Beverage Expo was a Resounding Success!

The 2023 MoCo Made Food & Beverage Expo, hosted by the Montgomery County Food Council, was a wonderful experience for all that took place on Thursday, September 28th at the Silver Spring Civic Building. This year’s event was a huge success, showcasing the local food and beverage scene in Montgomery County, Maryland. The Expo was attended by special guests from the Maryland House of Delegates, David Moon, Lorig Charkoudian Maryland State Senator Cheryl Kagan, District 17, who joined the festivities by drawing attendees’ names with special giveaway gift bags filled with local MoCo Made products! 

One of the standout features of the event was the presence of numerous local food and beverage vendors who brought their best offerings to the table. From artisanal cheeses and handcrafted chocolates to farm-fresh produce and unique craft beverages, there was a diverse array of treats to sample and savor. Attendees had the opportunity to engage with these passionate local entrepreneurs, gaining insight into their creative processes and experiencing the rich flavors that Montgomery County has to offer.

The success of the 2023 MoCo Made Food & Beverage Expo would not have been possible without the generous support of its sponsors: ForBright Bank, Takoma Park Silver Spring Co-op, and The Montgomery County Economic Development Corporation. As the Expo came to a close, attendees left anticipating next year’s event! We extend our gratitude to all who participated and look forward to once again celebrating local entrepreneurs! Click this link to watch a beautiful recap video of the event created by the Montgomery County government media. If you have any questions or comments about the Expo or MoCo Made, please get in contact with Lorien MacAuley (lorien@mocofoodcouncil), or Ester Waldroup(ester@mocofoodcouncil.org), and we will be happy to assist you however we can.

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MoCo Food Recovery Collaborative

Join the MoCo Food Recovery Collaborative on April 22 from 1:00–2:30 pm for a discussion on connections and communications in food recovery efforts across the DMV

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Apr 25

Montgomery County GreenFest

Join us at the largest environmental festival in Montgomery County, the Montgomery County GreenFest!

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Apr 28

Recipe to Reality™ Seminar

Learn the practical steps that help you decide whether—or how—to take your food idea to market.

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Apr 30

Maryland Food System Resiliency Council Meeting

The Maryland Food System Resiliency Council (FSRC) holds a public bi-weekly meeting with the Communication & Coordination Committee to monitor and discuss food systems bills during the 2026 Maryland General Assembly Session.

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Apr 30

Maryland Food System Resiliency Council Meeting

The Maryland Food System Resiliency Council (FSRC) holds a public bi-weekly meeting with the Communication & Coordination Committee to monitor and discuss food systems bills during the 2026 Maryland General Assembly Session.

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May 11

Food Security Community Call

The Food Council’s Food Security Calls are designed for learning, information-sharing and network building.

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May 14

Food Justice Coalition

Join Food Council partners Manna Foods and Shepherd's Table for the Food Justice Coalition.

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May 27

Spring Job Fair- Interagency Commission on Homelessness

Join ICH for aJob Fair specifically designed for individuals at risk of or currently experiencing homelessness and those who are served by PSH and RRH programs.

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