We’re honored to introduce the inaugural inductees into the Oklahoma Hospitality Hall of Fame! 🌟 Kurt Fleischfresser – Restaurant Industry Inductee 🌟 Champ Patel – Hotel Industry Inductee 🌟 Debra Bailey – Travel Industry Inductee The Oklahoma Hospitality Hall of Fame, presented by the Oklahoma Restaurant Association, Oklahoma Hotel & Lodging Association, and Oklahoma Travel Industry Association, proudly announces its inaugural class of inductees, honoring a distinguished group of leaders whose vision, dedication, and trailblazing contributions have left a lasting mark on the state's hospitality landscape. We are honored to showcase these awards through an Exclusive Presenting Partnership with Republic National Distributing Company. This prestigious recognition celebrates individuals who have not only achieved excellence in their respective fields but have also played a pivotal role in paving the way for future generations. Through their unwavering commitment, leadership, and influence, these honorees have helped shape Oklahoma’s hospitality industry into the vibrant and dynamic force it is today. Join us on August 28th at 5:00 PM at the Oklahoma City Convention Center to honor these prestigious individuals. PreRegistration Required - take advantage of discount registration until 8/1/25 https://tinyurl.com/ydxpmm8z (fb)

🍽✨ The Odyssey de Culinaire returns July 9 at the Skirvin Hilton — reimagined as an interactive tasting event featuring 12+ of Oklahoma’s top chefs paired with ProStart students! 👨‍🍳 Featured Chefs: Kurt Fleischfresser · Ben Alexander · Meghan Synco · Amaru Loetz · Levi Bouska · Tyler Sherbon · Shollie Hammons · Josh Valentine · Alex Pierce · Joel Bein · Marc Guizol · Eric Smith · Sheamus Feeley 🎟 $150 per seat | $1,500 per table 🕕 Doors open at 6:00 PM | Tastings begin at 6:30 PM 📍 Skirvin Hilton Hotel, OKC Support the future of Oklahoma’s culinary scene — all proceeds benefit ProStart through the Oklahoma Hospitality Foundation! #OdysseyDeCulinaire #ProStartOK #OKCEvents (fb)