Culinary Pavilion

Friday, July 18

4:30pm  

Churnt Up: Making Cannabutter 

Learn the ABC’s of putting THC in oils and butters. How do you make a consistent dose? What’s the difference between using concentrates vs. flower? Join Mark Nagib for an infusion demo and discussion about evolving cannabis regulations and food preparation. 

• Mark Nagib, Owner, Pink Fox 

5:30pm 

Plant Power: Why Pectin Wins 

Pectin isn’t just plant-based—it performs better in high-heat infusion, holds texture longer, and is vegan-friendly. Learn why you should ditch gelatin-based edibles for this superior gelling agent. 

• Alan Manstof, Owner, Easyday Edibles

• Allison Ford, Easyday Edibles

6:00pm 

Pizza Eating Contest

Get ready for the DC Slices Pizza Eating Contest! Half a pie? A whole pie? More than one pie? Do you have what it takes? Come one, come all and bring your best buds to cheer you on as we search for the individual ready to take on DC Slices’ monster pizza pie. May the odds be ever in your favor!

6:30pm 

What’s In Your Glass? A Canna-Cocktail Experience with The Bud Brunch 

Get a taste of cannabis cocktail culture with this flavorful, fun, and educational live demo from The Bud Brunch podcast hosts, Ashley and Losia. This interactive workshop introduces attendees to the art of crafting infused mocktails using a new and innovative infusion method. You’ll get a front-row seat to the process, the conversation, and the creativity behind the canna-cocktail experience.

• Ashley Stafford, Co-host, Bud Brunch 

• Losia Nyankale, Co-host, Bud Brunch

7:00pm 

Ice Cream Eating Contest 

Do you have what it takes to tackle a monster sundae in record time? If so, bring your talents to the NCF Culinary Pavilion. Apart from eating an insane amount of ice cream, you can win bragging rights…and possibly brain freeze.

Saturday, July 19

2:30pm 

District Elixir Presents: What Are Your Edibles Doing for You? Part II: Your Strains Matter — Pairing Terpenes to Needs  

The ideal edible and dose varies per person. Cannabis and foods have layers, including terpenes—scent molecules that work with cannabinoids to create effects and benefits. Classifying strains by compounds helps predict what suits you best. Join us to explore pairing terpenes with everyday foods and their impact on consumption. 

• Madeline Palmer, MBA, Founder, District Elixir 

• Jay Branch

• Nicole Butler 

• Dana Lollar 

• Jenee Wood 

3:30pm 

Eating Contest

3:45pm 

Sacred Snacks & Mom Hacks  

Feeding the soul with sacred bites and ancestral wisdom. Honoring ancestral foodways, microdosing our herbal medicines to restore balance, protect joy, and support motherhood. From tonics to infused treats, healing is cultural, intentional—and should always be absolutely delicious. 

• LaWann Stribling, CEO/Founder STRIB'ble District LLC ®️ 

• Losia Nyankale

• Supreet Kaur Sohi 

• Thandiwe Zulu 

• Shaunesi DeBerry 

4:45pm 

Hot Dog Eating Contest

Will you be the weiner of our hot dog eating contest? Get your buns to the Culinary Pavilion to join us for the ultimate hot dog showdown! Showcase your competitive eating skills and chow down at our sizzling hot dog eating contest. Bring your appetite and compete for glory, bragging rights, and the title of Top Dog. 

5:00pm 

Intro to Drinking Your THC 

Curious about cannabis beverages? This fun, beginner-friendly workshop explores how THC drinks work, how they’re made, and what to expect from your first sip. Learn about onset time, dosing, and how to safely enjoy the newest way to get lifted—no smoke required. 

• Catherine Heath, Director of Business Development, Anytime Seltzer 

• Kaitlin Murphy, Co-Founder, Anytime Seltzer

5:30pm 

Taste & Effect: Terpenes in Edibles 

Edibles aren't just about THC—terpenes shape the experience. Explore how different terpene profiles impact effects like focus, relaxation, and creativity, and learn how to choose or craft edibles for your desired vibe. 

• Alan Manstof, Owner, EasyDay Edibles