We are thrilled to partner with the National Watermelon Promotion Board to fill our conference with delicious, fresh watermelon. From watermelon Agua Fresca and Fire & Ice salsa at the Cinqo de Mayo Welcome Dinner to watermelon-inspired recipes at the OXO Kitchen Challenge, our attendees will have the chance to celebrate this versatile and nutritious fruit and learn about its year-round applications and availability. PR Manager Stephanie Simek will be on hand throughout the weekend to fuel your watermelon cravings, answer your questions and connect with you during Pitch to the Pros. In no time at all, you’ll develop a new love for this refreshing fruit! (And yes, you just spotted one of our “secret” sponsor ingredients for the OXO Kitchen Challenge!)

The National Watermelon Promotion Board operates with one single objective: to increase consumer demand for watermelon through research, promotion and education.  You can find us atwww.watermelon.org.

Eat Write Retreat is a hands-on, intensive learning weekend devoted to strengthening connections within the food community through a shared exploration of food, photography, cooking and writing. Join usin May for a learning vacation you will never forget!