BEGIN:VCALENDAR
VERSION:2.0
PRODID:-//FCSI The Americas - ECPv6.15.20//NONSGML v1.0//EN
CALSCALE:GREGORIAN
METHOD:PUBLISH
X-WR-CALNAME:FCSI The Americas
X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://fcsita.org
X-WR-CALDESC:Events for FCSI The Americas
REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H
X-Robots-Tag:noindex
X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H
BEGIN:VTIMEZONE
TZID:America/Los_Angeles
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:-0800
TZOFFSETTO:-0700
TZNAME:PDT
DTSTART:20250309T100000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:-0700
TZOFFSETTO:-0800
TZNAME:PST
DTSTART:20251102T090000
END:STANDARD
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:-0800
TZOFFSETTO:-0700
TZNAME:PDT
DTSTART:20260308T100000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:-0700
TZOFFSETTO:-0800
TZNAME:PST
DTSTART:20261101T090000
END:STANDARD
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:-0800
TZOFFSETTO:-0700
TZNAME:PDT
DTSTART:20270314T100000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:-0700
TZOFFSETTO:-0800
TZNAME:PST
DTSTART:20271107T090000
END:STANDARD
END:VTIMEZONE
BEGIN:VTIMEZONE
TZID:America/New_York
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:-0500
TZOFFSETTO:-0400
TZNAME:EDT
DTSTART:20250309T070000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:-0400
TZOFFSETTO:-0500
TZNAME:EST
DTSTART:20251102T060000
END:STANDARD
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:-0500
TZOFFSETTO:-0400
TZNAME:EDT
DTSTART:20260308T070000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:-0400
TZOFFSETTO:-0500
TZNAME:EST
DTSTART:20261101T060000
END:STANDARD
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:-0500
TZOFFSETTO:-0400
TZNAME:EDT
DTSTART:20270314T070000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:-0400
TZOFFSETTO:-0500
TZNAME:EST
DTSTART:20271107T060000
END:STANDARD
END:VTIMEZONE
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260623T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260623T120000
DTSTAMP:20260422T215950
CREATED:20260317T200115Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260317T200137Z
UID:10001289-1782208800-1782216000@fcsita.org
SUMMARY:Cooking Big\, Cooking Smart: Expert Tips for High-Volume Kitchen
DESCRIPTION:Provided by So Cal Gas Energy Resource Center and California Energy Wise (CEW)\n2 CEUs available \nDesigned for commissary and large-batch cooking operations\, this session provides insights to streamline production and maintain quality. Learn best practices for food safety\, production planning\, portion control\, and quality assurance to keep operations efficient and compliant. \nAudience: Restaurant owners\, chefs\, facility managers\, kitchen managers\, foodservice directors\, nutritionists\, dieticians \nFocus: Large-volume cooking systems\, workflow optimization \nLearning Goals: After attending this class\, participants should be able to: \n\nLearn how to plan and organize large‑batch cooking so operations may stay more efficient\, timely\, and help consistency during high‑volume production.\nUnderstand key food‑safety practices and temperature controls which may help keep large‑scale kitchens compliant and provide assistance with protecting customer health.\nDiscover practical techniques for portion control\, workflow optimization\, and quality assurance to boost efficiency without potential risk of compromising quality.\n\nTo register\, contact Gina Christian at gchristian@socalgas.com
URL:https://fcsita.org/event/cooking-big-cooking-smart-expert-tips-for-high-volume-kitchen/
LOCATION:So Cal Gas Energy Resource Center\, 9240 Firestone\, Downey\, CA\, 90241
CATEGORIES:EPP Set Date Events - TA
ORGANIZER;CN="Gina Christian":MAILTO:gchristian@socalgas.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260914
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260915
DTSTAMP:20260422T215950
CREATED:20260330T134230Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260330T134544Z
UID:10001293-1789344000-1789430399@fcsita.org
SUMMARY:Latin Chef Series: Viva La Cocina
DESCRIPTION:Provided by So Cal Gas\n4 CEUs available \nAudience: Chefs\, restaurant owners\, kitchen managers\, consultants\, designers\, equipment manufacturers\nFocus: Latin cuisines\, equipment selection\, cook-to-order service \nDive into the vibrant world of Latin cuisine with hands-on cooking and menu development sessions. Explore how the right natural gas equipment may help enhance efficiency and potentially elevate your culinary creations. Enjoy live demonstrations\, expert insights\, and interactive discussions that may help bring flavor and innovation to your kitchen. \nLearning Goals: After attending this class\, participants will be able to: \n\nLearn how to use key natural gas cooking equipment to help enhance energy efficiency and support authentic preparation techniques for a variety of Latin cuisines.\nUnderstand how to develop and refine Latin‑inspired menus through hands‑on cooking\, live demonstrations\, and expert guidance.\nDiscover practical tips for improving cook‑to‑order operations\, from equipment selection to workflow adjustments that elevate both speed and food quality.\n\nSpeakers:\nMark Duesler Consulting Chef at the Frontier Energy\, Foodservice Technology Center (FSTC) \nTo register\, contact Andrew Gibson at ARGibson@socalgas.com
URL:https://fcsita.org/event/latin-chef-series-viva-la-cocina/
LOCATION:So Cal Gas Energy Resource Center\, 9240 Firestone\, Downey\, CA\, 90241
ORGANIZER;CN="andrew Gibson":MAILTO:ARGibson@socalgas.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261022T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261022T120000
DTSTAMP:20260422T215950
CREATED:20260317T200839Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260317T200911Z
UID:10001291-1792663200-1792670400@fcsita.org
SUMMARY:Innovation in Action: High-Efficiency Natural Gas Equipment Design for Modern Foodservice
DESCRIPTION:Provided by So Cal Gas Energy Resource Center and California Energy Wise (CEW)\n2 CEUs available \nLearn how high-efficiency natural gas equipment is designed to help support energy reduction which could help with cost savings. Explore California Energy Wise and ENERGY STAR® programs\, understand standardized testing\, and discover rebate opportunities to help elevate kitchen performance. \nLearning Objectives: After attending this class\, participants should be able to: \n\nLearn how high‑efficiency natural gas equipment may contribute to lower energy use and potentially lower operational cost savings in modern foodservice environments.\nUnderstand how programs like California Energy Wise and ENERGY STAR® support efficient equipment choices through standardized testing\, performance criteria\, and verification.\nDiscover available incentives and eligible rebate opportunities and learn how they may help offset costs which could improve overall kitchen performance.\n\nAudience: Manufacturers\, dealers\, designers\, facility managers \nFocus: New technologies\, equipment testing\, efficiency \nSpeakers: Mark Duesler\, Consulting Chef at the Frontier Energy\, Foodservice Technology Center (FSTC) \nTo register\, contact Riki Nanno at rnanno@socalgas.com
URL:https://fcsita.org/event/innovation-in-action-high-efficiency-natural-gas-equipment-design-for-modern-foodservice/
LOCATION:So Cal Gas Energy Resource Center\, 9240 Firestone\, Downey\, CA\, 90241
CATEGORIES:EPP Set Date Events - TA
ORGANIZER;CN="Riki Nanno":MAILTO:rnanno@socalgas.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261104T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261104T140000
DTSTAMP:20260422T215950
CREATED:20260317T195733Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260317T195733Z
UID:10001288-1793786400-1793800800@fcsita.org
SUMMARY:Beyond Tradition: Cutting-Edge Solutions for Modern Baking Operations
DESCRIPTION:Provided by So Cal Gas Energy Resource Center and California Energy Wise (CEW)\n4 CEUs available \nCelebrate the art of baking with an interactive showcase featuring innovative equipment\, premium ingredients\, and expert demonstrations. Gain insights into trends\, tools\, and techniques that may help streamline production while helping to maintain artisanal quality. \nLearning Objectives:\nAfter attending this class\, participants should be able to: \n\nLearn how modern baking equipment may help streamline production while preserving the artisanal quality expected in professional baking operations.\nUnderstand current trends\, techniques\, and ingredient innovations that could support efficient\, high‑quality seasonal baking.\nGain hands‑on experience with cutting‑edge baking tools and demonstrations to improve workflow\, consistency\, and product excellence.\n\nAudience: Chefs\, consultants\, designers\, equipment manufacturers\, nutritionists \nFocus: Seasonal baking showcase\, pastry and dough equipment \nSpeakers:\nMark Duesler\, Consulting Chef at the Frontier Energy\, Foodservice Technology Center (FSTC) \nTo register\, contact Gina Christian at gchristian@socalgas.com
URL:https://fcsita.org/event/beyond-tradition-cutting-edge-solutions-for-modern-baking-operations/
LOCATION:So Cal Gas Energy Resource Center\, 9240 Firestone\, Downey\, CA\, 90241
CATEGORIES:EPP Set Date Events - TA
ORGANIZER;CN="Gina Christian":MAILTO:gchristian@socalgas.com
END:VEVENT
END:VCALENDAR