The Flower & Wine Bar: Sip & Create Experience @Floriexpo
Unleash your creativity and unwind at the Flower & Wine Bar, the most vibrant destination on the Floriexpo show floor. This interactive “sip-and-create” experience blends the artistry of floral design with a relaxed social atmosphere—perfect for refueling your inspiration between meetings.
The Experience
Join world-class designers and industry-leading suppliers for hands-on workshops where you’ll learn to master “elevated everyday” arrangements. Whether you’re looking to sharpen your technical skills or simply want to explore the latest floral varieties, these sessions offer a fresh perspective on modern design.
Hands-On Learning: Work directly with the newest stems, greens, and hard goods hitting the market.
Expert Guidance: Every session is led by a featured designer sharing professional tips, tricks, and time-saving techniques.
Relaxed Vibe: Enjoy a glass of wine while you design and connect with peers from across the floral supply chain.
What’s In It For You?
Touch & Feel: Get an up-close look at product quality and performance before you place your orders.
Trend Spotting: Discover new color palettes and textures that are currently driving consumer demand.
Take-Home Inspiration: Walk away with actionable design ideas you can implement in your own shops or departments immediately.
Join Us at the Bar
No advanced registration is required, but seats are first-come, first-served! Stop by Booth #244 to check the daily schedule, grab a glass, and start creating.
Location: Main Exhibit Hall – Booth #129
Meet the Designers
Derek Woodruff – THe Queen’s Bouquet
Thursday, May 28th 1:40PM – 2:20 PM at the Flower & Wine Bar booth #129
Flowers, Camera, Action! 
In the mass-market world, a product’s digital presence is just as important as its shelf appeal. Join us for a high-energy session focused on bridging the gap between floral merchandising and digital storytelling to drive consumer engagement.
What to Expect:
Behind-the-Lens Demo: Watch Derek style a professional arrangement while filming the process, showing you how to capture the texture and movement that sells.
The Live Edit: See footage transformed in real time. Derek will demonstrate how to cut clips, sync music, and use simple transitions to create marketing-ready content in minutes.
Scalable Strategy: Learn how to turn inventory into “snackable” video content that boosts your brand’s social media presence and internal training.
Meet the Designers
Ella Orsati – Shaw’s
Thursday, May 28th 1:40PM – 2:20 PM at the Flower & Wine Bar booth #129
The Art of the Seasonal Tablescape
Featuring: Ella Orsati, Shaw’s / Star Market
Location: The Flower & Wine Bar
Unwind with a glass of wine and join design expert Ella Orsati of Shaw’s & Star Market for a hands-on masterclass in elevated styling. In this Sip and Create session, you’ll learn to transform premium blooms into a breathtaking seasonal tablescape that serves as a high-impact centerpiece for any gathering.
What You’ll Experience:
- Dimensional Design: Master the art of building height, texture, and movement to create a cohesive visual narrative across the table.
- The Seasonal Palette: Learn to blend seasonal varieties and accents to evoke a specific mood and trend-forward aesthetic.
- Interactive Artistry: Work hands-on to compose a design-led masterpiece that elevates any dining environment.
Unwind, create, and discover how to turn a simple table into a seasonal work of art.
Meet the Designers
Ella Orsati – Shaw’s
Thursday, May 28th 1:40PM – 2:20 PM at the Flower & Wine Bar booth #129
The Art of the Seasonal Tablescape
Featuring: Ella Orsati, Shaw’s / Star Market
Location: The Flower & Wine Bar
Unwind with a glass of wine and join design expert Ella Orsati of Shaw’s & Star Market for a hands-on masterclass in elevated styling. In this Sip and Create session, you’ll learn to transform premium blooms into a breathtaking seasonal tablescape that serves as a high-impact centerpiece for any gathering.
What You’ll Experience:
- Dimensional Design: Master the art of building height, texture, and movement to create a cohesive visual narrative across the table.
- The Seasonal Palette: Learn to blend seasonal varieties and accents to evoke a specific mood and trend-forward aesthetic.
- Interactive Artistry: Work hands-on to compose a design-led masterpiece that elevates any dining environment.
Unwind, create, and discover how to turn a simple table into a seasonal work of art.