Professionals across the hospitality industry will be coming together once again this September (27th – 29th) as The Restaurant Show, featuring Catering Equipment Expo, returns to Olympia London with a remit of helping the industry come back stronger than ever.
The flagship event for the restaurant industry, this year’s event will be a chance for everyone to celebrate its longevity and resilience as well as look ahead to the future by connecting with like-minded individuals and experiencing all the latest innovations.
Hundreds of products are expected to light up the show floor as exhibitors from the worlds of food, drink, tableware, technology and equipment make their long-awaited return to live events.
Visitors can expect a wealth of inspiration and innovation as exhibitors showcase their latest launches and game-changing services. Big name exhibitors preparing for the show include Compass Group, Churchill China, OpenTable, Il Gelato di Ariela and UberEats alongside:
Innovators of wine and champagne preservation, Bermar (Stand GH29) will be showcasing their specialised technology which allows hoteliers and restauranteurs to ‘reseal’ bottles of still and sparkling wine, extending their lifespan from hours to three weeks.
Masters in intelligent design, Dawnvale (Stand GD20) has spent years fitting out award-winning bars and restaurants. With the popularity of experiential sites hitting an all-time high pre-Covid, the demand for beautiful and exciting spaces is expected to rise again.
The taste for global cuisines is showing no signs of slowing down and, no doubt spurred on by the Olympics, Japanese food is proving ever popular. Nihon Shokken (Stand GK61) specialises in blended seasonings and sauces spreading the taste of authentic Japanese cuisine around the world.
SumUp are the software gurus behind Goodtill (Stand GD21), providers of iPad POS solutions. Offering an interactive interface, stock management and external integrations (including Xero and Deliveroo), by improving service, Goodtill is revolutionising the customer experience.
The Freedown Food Company (Stand GE11) imports exceptional meats from around the world, including Japanese Wagyu. With provenance and sustainability now growing concerns for customers, offering quality cuts from trustworthy sources has never been more important.
With the trend for BBQ showing no signs of slowing down, Globaltic (Stand GJ30) will be promoting their natural birch lumpwood charcoal which is both sustainably harvested and of restaurant quality.
The buzz of the show floor, with a fantastic range of exhibitors showcasing their latest and greatest products, will be complemented by a stellar line-up of free-to-attend live talks and events on the BigHospitality Live stage. From technology to future trends, industry experts will be debating and discussing the most pressing issues of the day backed by the latest insight from Lumina Intelligence.
Expect a discussion around the climate crisis and how restaurants can implement practices that benefit both the planet and the bottom line in ‘The Great Reset: How Restaurants can build back with sustainability at the heart’. Brexit, the skills shortage and future-proofing against unexpected crises such as the Coronavirus pandemic will be recurring themes throughout the live programme as industry heads tackle business-critical issues. Pick the brains of the experts by putting your questions to them directly and hearing their advice on the problems you need the answers to. No stone will be left unturned as hand-picked panels address the most important topics of 2021 and beyond.
Andrew Reed, Managing Director – Wine & Exhibitions, William Reed says: “The Restaurant Show has always brought the biggest and most exciting players in our industry together and in 2021 that’s no different. Whether you’re an operator out for the latest innovations, a budding chef looking for all the latest trends or a stakeholder with questions about the industry’s future, there’s something here for everyone.
“If the last 18 months have proved anything, it’s the resilience of this industry and the wonderful people in it that make it such a rewarding place to work. It’s such a privilege to be able to return to live events at last, build and foster new and existing relationships and look towards a positive future for everyone.”
The Restaurant Show, featuring Catering Equipment Expo is supported by BigHospitality, Morning Advertiser and Lumina Intelligence, allowing the award-winning team at William Reed to harness the best industry knowledge and expertise to continue The Restaurant Show’s legacy as the destination for insight, innovation and inspiration.
Visitors to The Restaurant Show can find out more and register for their free badge now via the website: therestaurantshow.co.uk