8-11 Sept 2025 | ICC SYDNEY, DARLING HARBOUR

Sydney

Local cuisine will take centre stage at the region’s biggest food and beverage show thanks to a NSW Government package helping local manufacturers showcase their world-class produce.
A chef-turned-tech-entrepreneur, an experienced cafe owner, a country business operator, a young CBD operator and a multi-city restaurateur pluck from the past and stride into the future.
We spoke to industry professionals about their experiences during the covid shutdown, how they have adapted to the new restrictions and their thoughts on the future of the hospitality industry.

With over 1000 exhibitors and hundreds of activations, Fine Food Australia 2019 has come to a close with Sydney-siders once again turning out in droves at the ICC. Fine Food Australia Event Director, Minnie Constan, said the team once again staged an incredible show with the support of the Australia’s

Jacqui Challinor, head chef of much-loved and critically acclaimed Surry Hills restaurant Nomad, talks about her journey through some of Sydney’s best kitchens, and the influencers and injustices she encountered along the way.