At our annual BizBash Expo & Awards at the Merchandise Mart on Thursday, nearly 100 vendors showcased their latest offerings. Here's a look at five innovative products and ideas from the trade show floor.
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Jewell Events Catering showcased its new Anti-Griddle, which allows chefs to prepare frozen lollipops in flavors such as apricot-almond. The portable grill can travel to offices or event spaces.
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BBJ Linen brought in several of its fall offerings, including the elaborate "Luxor" design.
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Phil Stefani Signature Events showcased an easily transportable new snack: peaches and cream push-up pops topped with Pop Rocks candy. The treats, which have a mousse-like consistency, were served in flower-filled trays from Philip's.
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Classic Party Rentals divided its booth with a so-called "flower wall" comprised of hanging terrariums from its inventory.
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To play off of the "Your event canvas is always changing" tagline of the expo, Heffernan Morgan erected a canvas wall near the entrance that attendees and exhibitors could sign using fabric markers.
Photo: Chris Bernacchi
