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Tastemaker Conference 2026

For Food Creators. By Food Creators.

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January 9-10, 2026
Jw Marriot Live | Los Angeles, ca
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The Premier Event for Food Content Creators

Get ready to experience two inspiring days filled with expert-led education, epic networking, and brand-new industry insights — all in the heart of downtown LA. Whether you’re a seasoned pro or on the rise, Tastemaker Conference is where food bloggers and content creators come to uplevel their brand, build lasting relationships, and ignite their creative spark.

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What Tastemaker Feels Like

Get ready to experience two inspiring days filled with expert-led education, epic networking, and brand-new industry insights — all in the heart of downtown LA.

Schedule

Think: hands-on workshops, expert keynotes, strategy labs, and the chance to meet with top-tier sponsors one-on-one.

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Speaker Lineup

Meet the creators behind the magic. Our speakers have built thriving
brands from their kitchens, and they’re here to help you do the same.

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  • Eric Hochberger smiles at the camera while standing outdoors near the ocean, wearing a brown plaid blazer over a light blue button-down shirt, with his hands resting on a railing and a beachside background softly blurred behind him.
  • Professional headshot of Jenny Guy smiling, wearing a blue top and black blazer, with long blonde hair styled straight and a dark studio background.
  • Portrait of Amanda Martin smiling outdoors near the coast, wearing a navy blue embroidered blouse, with the ocean and sandy beach softly blurred in the background.
  • A man with short brown hair, glasses, and a trimmed beard stands in a softly lit hallway. He is wearing a blue plaid blazer, a blue checkered shirt, and a blue pocket square. He looks directly at the camera with a calm, confident expression.
  • A woman stands in a kitchen smiling. Behind her you can see open-concept shelving with dishware, and there are also dishes on the counter in serving bowls. She wears a button-down shirt and has long dark hair.
  • Headshot of Heather Wilkins, a woman with short wavy brown hair and black glasses, wearing a black top.
  • Sandie Markle, a smiling woman with short curly hair, wearing a blue patterned blazer over a white top, posed against a blue background.
  • Laura Ashley Johnson smiling in a kitchen while holding a cast-iron skillet of freshly baked biscuits, wearing a light green Williams Sonoma apron over a white blouse.
  • A man with short gray hair and neon green glasses smiles at the camera.
  • A woman with long, wavy blonde hair smiling in front of a light brick wall. She is wearing a black blazer over a red blouse with white polka dots, and gold hoop earrings. The setting is bright and casual, highlighting her friendly and approachable demeanor.
  • A young woman with curly dark hair and a bright, engaging smile. She is wearing a soft blue top with ruffle details on the sleeves and holds a book titled "The Human Face Of." The background is neutral, focusing attention on her cheerful expression and the book in her hands.
  • Natasha Pierre smiling while holding a video camera, wearing a white blazer over a brown top, against a neutral background.
  • woman with curly hair and black glasses smiling at the camera
  • Kevin Curry smiling and leaning on a kitchen counter, wearing a light gray long-sleeve shirt, with wooden cabinets and windows in the background.
  • A woman in an apron stands smiling in front of an oven with red knobs.
  • Dara Yu standing confidently in a kitchen, wearing a denim apron over an orange shirt, with arms crossed and a slight smile.
  • Carla Contreras, a Latina woman with long black hair and bangs, smiles softly while holding a black mug with a gold constellation design. She wears a black sweater with small cherry prints and has red nail polish. She stands by a large industrial-style window with exposed brick in the background, basking in natural light.
  • Brita Britnell smiling in a floral top, standing in a softly lit room with framed art and home decor in the background.
  • a woman with short blonde hair wearing a gray blazer smiles in front of a white background
  • Andrew Bernard smiling warmly, wearing a black beanie and T-shirt, with a long beard, seated at a wooden table in a kitchen with shelves of jars and plants in the background.

Hotel & Travel

The JW Marriott Los Angeles L.A. LIVE isn’t just our host hotel—it’s the heart of the Tastemaker experience. From morning sessions to late-night catch-ups with new friends, everything happens right here in the center of Downtown LA’s buzz.

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Spacious lobby atrium of the JW Marriott Los Angeles L.A. LIVE featuring elegant modern seating areas, large hanging light fixtures, a central bar, and floor-to-ceiling windows letting in natural light.

Testimonials

What Our Attendees Say

  • woman with brown hair wearing a red printed dress and jean jacket smiling to the camera

    “Tastemaker Conference was unforgettable and incredibly valuable. I got to meet a bunch of fellow bloggers that I am friends with on social media—I got to actually meet them in person!—and they understand the challenges and wins of being a food blogger and being in the industry.”

  • woman with short blonde hair wearing a gray sweater and smiling to the camera

    “I LOVED the conference last year. In fact, because of the conference it launched me. When I came to Tastemaker I had less than 4,000 sessions a month and had been stuck in that for a long time. Thirty days after the conference, I applied for Mediavine, and have been growing since! Yeah me! I’m super excited to come back to Tastemaker!”

  • A smiling woman with shoulder-length brown hair leans on a countertop in a bright kitchen. She is wearing a white blouse and has her hands clasped under her chin. A cookbook is visible in the foreground. The background features a sink and large windows, creating a cozy and inviting atmosphere.

    “Tastemaker Conference is one of the best investments you can make in your blog. The sessions are practical, hands-on, and packed with actionable tips and takeaways whether you’re just starting out or have been blogging for years. It’s a great way to connect with others who understand the hustle and heart behind a food blog!”

Equity Tickets

We’re committed to making Tastemaker accessible. If you are BIPOC, LGBTQIA+, living with a disability, or in financial need, we encourage you to apply.

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Meet Our Sponsors

We’re proud to be supported by the brands shaping the future of food content.
Become a Tastemaker sponsor and meet your next influencer partners.

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The Tastemaker Experience

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Tastemaker Conference is for all types of food content creators, and brands.
Whether you are just starting out, or you are a
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Ticket Transfers

All tickets to Tastemaker Conference are non-refundable.
Tickets can be transferred to another person up to 30 days before the event —
the last day to submit a transfer is December 10, 2025.
To learn more about transfers, click here.