The Speakers.

This year’s speakers reflect the complexity of food and drink in 2025. Their contributions will help you adapt to changing consumer demands, improve your profitability and attract more customers.

Has had stints with Rick Stein and Nathan Outlaw before opening his own restaurants in London. He’s won and retained Michelin stars and now runs Pearly Queen in Shoreditch. The Great British Menu winner will chat about his journey and his return to the Capital Hotel, London.

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Tom BrownChef

A Saturday Kitchen regular, Carmen is making waves in the industry as a cocktail and spirits expert, whilst championing sustainability. She’ll also look at premium drinks and the rise of no and low alcohol options.

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Carmen O'NealCocktail Carmen

Corinna is the restaurant critic and a food and travel writer for the Irish Times. She was Irish Restaurant Critic of the Year in 2022 and 2024.

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Corinna HardgraveRestaurant Critic

Martin offers expertise in business mentoring, cost management, operational planning, product development, and business reviews.

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Martin LynchCost Management

Gastronomy tourism activist and recognised as the architect of food tourism development in Ireland.

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John MulcahyGastronomy Tourism