31 AUG - 3 SEP 2026 | Melbourne Convention & Exhibition Centre

Call for Speakers 2026

Got something worth sharing? We want to hear from you.

We're building our content program for Fine Food Australia 2026, and we're looking for speakers, chefs, and industry experts to take the stage. If you've got insights, techniques, or game-changing ideas that can help the foodservice, hospitality and retail food industry move forward, we want to hear from you.

Submissions Close 11.59PM AEST Friday 6 March 2026
proposals will be reviewed and we our team will be in touch early April with the outcome.

Why Speak at Fine Food Australia

Get In Front of 21,000+ Decision Makers
Chefs, operators, suppliers, and decision-makers attend Fine Food Australia to learn and source solutions.

Build your Credibility
Position yourself as an industry expert and expand your reach in the foodservice community.

Position Yourself as an Industry Leader
Gain exposure and establish credibility within the foodservice, hospitality & retail food community.

Showcase your Skills
Demonstrate your skills, insights, or innovations to an audience that’s actively looking for what’s next.

Inspire the Next Generation
Share your knowledge and experience with emerging talent. Your insights help shape the future of Australia’s food industry and give back to the community that supports you.

What We're Looking For

We’re searching for fresh perspectives on the challenges and opportunities shaping foodservice today. Here are some topics we’re interested in, but don’t let this limit you:

  • Industry Trends & Insights
  • Food Trends
  • Consumer Trends  
  • Global flavours & fusion trends
  • Business Challenges and Insights
  • Cooking Techniques and Innovation

Have a different idea? Pitch it. We want to hear what matters to the industry right now.

Who Should Apply

Industry experts with insights on foodservice, hospitality, or business innovation

Chefs ready to demonstrate techniques, trends, or new flavours

Innovators tracking trends, consumer behaviour, or market shifts

If you’ve got something valuable to share with 21,000+ foodservice professionals, we want you on stage.

Submissions Close 11.59PM AEST Friday 6 March 2026
Our team will review all proposals and be in touch in early April with the outcome.

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