Food for Thought

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Food for ThoughtGen Z, health headlines, global disruption and financial instability are set to shake up the food industry for the coming years but there is more than light at the end of the tunnel… there’s successfu ...
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Food for ThoughtJoin us for a dynamic and inspiring panel exploring the transformative impact women are having across the drinks industry. Across a range of topics like pioneering low & no innovations to redefining l ...
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Food for ThoughtCyber threats are no longer just a threat. They are a real and growing risk for every food and retail business, from farm shops to fine dining. This session takes a proactive approach to resilience, w ...
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Food for ThoughtIn this candid conversation, Wilfred Emmanuel-Jones MBE, Founder of The Black Farmer farm shop, and his son and Commercial Director Alex will share the story behind their growing retail venture rooted ...Moderator
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Food for ThoughtWhat does sustainability look like when it is built into every part of a food business? This session with Invest Northern Ireland explores how independent producers and retailers are putting ethical v ...Moderator
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Food for ThoughtAs the conversation around ultra-processed foods (UPFs) enters the mainstream, shoppers are starting to ask harder questions and making more deliberate choices. But how can retailers and food brands r ...
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Food for ThoughtRecognising and celebrating the individuals and businesses driving excellence and product innovation in the fine food & drink community, the Speciality & Fine Food Fair Awards champion all that makes ...
Pitch Live in Partnership with IND!E

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Pitch Live in Partnership with IND!EGet a front-row seat as a selection of standout food and drink brands pitch directly to buyers from independent retailers. Discover the innovations, stories, and products hoping to earn a spot on shel ...
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Pitch Live in Partnership with IND!EGet a front-row seat as a selection of standout food and drink brands pitch directly to the buying team at Selfridges. Discover the innovations, stories, and products hoping to earn a spot on shelf an ...
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Pitch Live in Partnership with IND!EGet a front-row seat as a selection of standout food and drink brands pitch directly to the buying team at Booths. Discover the innovations, stories, and products hoping to earn a spot on shelf and ga ...
Village Square

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Village SquareJoin Diverse Fine Food in the Village Square for a guided tasting showcasing standout products from their range. Learn what makes each item unique, from sourcing stories to serving suggestions, and ge ...
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Village SquareJoin our Regional Stars in the Village Square for a guided tasting showcasing standout products from their ranges. Learn what makes each item unique, from sourcing stories to serving suggestions, and ...Panelist
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Village SquareJoin Invest Northern Ireland in the Village Square for a guided tasting showcasing standout products from their range. Learn what makes each item unique, from sourcing stories to serving suggestions, ...
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Village SquareJoin Cotswold Fayre in the Village Square for a guided tasting showcasing standout products from their range. Learn what makes each item unique, from sourcing stories to serving suggestions, and get a ...
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Village SquareJoin Dualit in the Village Square for a guided tasting showcasing their new products. Learn what makes each item unique, from sourcing stories to serving suggestions, and get a first-hand feel for wha ...
Food for Thought

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Food for ThoughtJoin Charles Banks, Co-Founder of thefoodpeople, and Kelly Dowson, Managing Director of Good Sense Research and The F!S Group, as they present an exclusive update on the Future Food Trend Tracker for ...
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Food for ThoughtAs part of the More than Food and Drink campaign, this engaging session presented by expert Veryan Bliss will spotlight the vital role of the European Union in advancing sustainable, high-quality trad ...
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Food for ThoughtIn an age of data-driven retail and digital convenience, the human side of food retail is often overlooked, yet it remains one of the most powerful tools for building loyalty, boosting spend, and shap ...
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Food for ThoughtArtificial intelligence isn’t just for big tech or big budgets. For independent retailers and businesses, AI can be a powerful tool to save time, streamline operations, and better connect with custome ...
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Food for ThoughtProvenance can be your brand’s greatest asset when used well! In this quick-fire session, Danni Horsley and Bob Bayman from Elephants Can’t Jump share 10 smart ways to harness the power of place to el ...
Pitch Live in Partnership with IND!E

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Pitch Live in Partnership with IND!EGet a front-row seat as a selection of standout food brands pitch directly to the buying team at Ocado. Discover the innovations, stories, and products hoping to earn a spot on shelf and gain a rare g ...
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Pitch Live in Partnership with IND!EGet a front-row seat as a selection of standout drink brands pitch directly to the buying team at Ocado. Discover the innovations, stories, and products hoping to earn a spot on shelf and gain a rare ...
Village Square

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Village SquareJoin Costwold Fayre in the Village Square for a guided tasting showcasing standout products from their range. Learn what makes each item unique, from sourcing stories to serving suggestions, and get a ...
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Village SquareJoin Invest Northern Ireland in the Village Square for a guided tasting showcasing standout products from their range. Learn what makes each item unique, from sourcing stories to serving suggestions, ...
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Village SquareJoin Diverse Fine Food in the Village Square for a guided tasting showcasing standout products from their range. Learn what makes each item unique, from sourcing stories to serving suggestions, and ge ...
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Village SquareJoin our Regional Stars in the Village Square for a guided tasting showcasing standout products from their ranges. Learn what makes each item unique, from sourcing stories to serving suggestions, and ...Panelist