Upcoming Events with Rapids
Stay up to date with the latest events that Rapids is hosting, attending, or supporting. On this calendar, you’ll find a range of conferences, training sessions, and public events across the foodservice industry. Whether it’s hands-on training at our facility, key industry conferences, or networking opportunities, we invite you to join us and stay connected.
Rational Cooking Live
Rapids Foodservice Contract & Design in Marion is proud to host Rational Cooking Live September 9 as part of a series of events for Eastern Iowa in 2026! These hands-on, interactive sessions offer an excellent opportunity for foodservice professionals to experience Rational’s innovative cooking systems up close and in action.
During the event, you’ll see live demonstrations of two of Rational’s most advanced technologies:
- iVario Pro – A multifunctional powerhouse that replaces multiple pieces of kitchen equipment. It combines the functions of a fryer, pot, pressure cooker, tilting pan, and more—all in one highly efficient system.
- iCombi Pro – A cutting-edge combi-steamer offering precision, consistency, and unmatched versatility across a wide range of cooking applications.
Attendees will have the chance to taste the results, test ease of use, and explore the full range of capabilities offered by these systems. Whether you’re cooking in a restaurant, school, healthcare facility, or any high-volume kitchen, you’ll walk away with practical ideas to improve efficiency, consistency, and flexibility in your operation.
Who Should Attend?
Anyone looking to elevate their kitchen’s operations and versatility is welcome to attend. Whether you’re a restaurant owner, chef, or kitchen manager, this is a valuable learning experience for professionals across the foodservice industry.
Cost?
The best part? It’s absolutely FREE! There’s no cost to attend, making it the perfect opportunity for anyone in the foodservice industry to learn how the iVario Pro can elevate kitchen operations without any financial commitment.
RSVP & Questions
Please RSVP at least 24 hours in advance by contacting Cassie at [email protected] to reserve your spot today.