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

Industry News

Fine Food Australia is the nation’s leading trade event connecting foodservice and hospitality professionals with the latest products, trends, and innovations shaping the industry. Discover industry news, delivering expert insights on operational excellence, emerging trends,  and practical strategies to help your business thrive.

Sustainability, Simplified: Small Changes That Make a Big Difference

Sustainability in hospitality is entering a new, more practical chapter. Rather than being driven by trends, it’s becoming a way for venues to operate more thoughtfully, efficiently and confidently.  According to Natalie Bolt, Founder of Table Food Consultants, sustainability today is less about doing everything at once and more about understanding your business better. “It’s about knowing what you’re doing, how you’re doing it, and why,”

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Cooking Oil Management Systems: How Smart Kitchens Save Money and Boost Efficiency

In commercial kitchens where margins are razor-thin and every ingredient matters, cooking oil management systems are transforming how operators work. These innovative solutions go beyond basic filtration—they’re essential tools for kitchens serious about efficiency, cost control, and sustainability. Why Cooking Oil Management Systems Matter Cooking oil management systems deliver measurable benefits that directly impact your bottom line. Here’s how they’re

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Mental Health in the Restaurant Industry: Why Supporting Your Team Drives Better Business

Mental health in the restaurant industry has become one of the sector’s most pressing challenges. With 76% of hospitality workers reporting mental health struggles during their careers, operators who prioritise wellbeing aren’t just doing the right thing—they’re building more resilient, productive teams. The Hidden Cost of Hospitality’s Hustle Culture The restaurant and hospitality industry runs on passion, precision and pace.

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The Unexpected Ingredient Every Successful Venue Has in Common

Hospitality is one of the most complex business models in Australia. In today’s economic climate, venues with strong systems consistently outperform those relying on instinct or firefighting. According to James O’Connell, Founder of The Hospitality Company, operators who embrace systemisation gain clarity, control and commercial stability in a way that passion alone can’t deliver.  Hospitality Is Complex, But Systems Make It Manageable  James describes hospitality as

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Costing Smarter, Not Harder: The New Fundamentals of Profit-Driven Kitchens

Commercial kitchen profitability, Rising costs, shrinking margins and constant operational pressure are redefining how kitchens need to operate. According to Andrew Briese, Founder of Cooking the Books, profitability now relies less on instinct and more on discipline, consistency and intelligent systems. His core message is simple: a kitchen becomes profitable long before a dish reaches the pass.   Smart Purchasing Begins

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AI… Start with the Tasks you Hate

 Artificial intelligence (AI) isn’t a future concept for hospitality. It’s already reshaping how operators run venues, connect with guests, and manage their business.   Leaders across booking software, staffing technology and multi-venue operations agree: operators who begin experimenting now gain a clear commercial edge.  Rather than replacing human connection, AI is stepping in to remove friction, streamline operations and support stronger

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Women are Reshaping the Leadership Landscape in Hospitality

Across Australia, women are reshaping the leadership landscape of hospitality – not by mirroring traditional models, but by introducing new standards of empathy, accountability, confidence and community.   Their insights reveal a shift happening across the industry: hospitality performs stronger when leadership is human, values-driven and unashamedly authentic. From overcoming self-doubt to redefining communication, these women are setting a new benchmark

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Foodservice Trends Shaping 2026

The foodservice and hospitality landscape is evolving, and 2026 is shaping up to be a year defined by sharper expectations, smarter operations and more informed consumers. Across venues, staying connected to emerging trends isn’t about chasing what’s new, it’s about understanding how customer behaviour, technology and supply chains are reshaping the way venues operate. From sustainability and alternative proteins to

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The Power of Connection: Building a Brand Through Emotion-Led Marketing 

Research reveals that 95% of purchasing decisions are subconscious, driven by emotional responses rather than rational analysis (Research and Metric).  It’s a jaw-dropping statistic and one which cannot be overlooked. Increasingly, successful brands are tapping into this insight, focusing on culture, community and emotive storytelling to capture the attention of their customer base and draw them in on an emotional

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