by Irish Food Trade Connect Forum | Nov 5, 2025 | News
In this weeks conversation , I chat with Dave and Anna from Hytropics , where purpose-driven innovation takes centre stage! This company is creating waves in the wellness world with their clean, science-backed electrolyte drinks. Dave and Anna chat about the bold leap...
by Irish Food Trade Connect Forum | Nov 5, 2025 | News
Ever gone hunting for real Mexican salsa and just found… well, disappointment in a jar? Andrea has been there. Growing up in Mexico, she was used to salsa that’s super fresh and bursting with flavour—nothing crazy, just a handful of tomatoes, onion, garlic, and...
by Irish Food Trade Connect Forum | Nov 5, 2025 | News
In this conversation I chat with Abhi Tiwari, head chef at the Osprey Hotel, who shares his journey towards creating a zero-waste kitchen and emphasises the importance of nutrition and sustainability in the culinary industry. He discusses his educational background,...
by Irish Food Trade Connect Forum | Nov 5, 2025 | News
In this episode I reflect on my journey of balancing a career in the food industry with motherhood. I share personal anecdotes about the challenges faced by women in their 30s and 40s, particularly regarding career advancement and family planning. I talk about the...
by Irish Food Trade Connect Forum | Nov 5, 2025 | News
In this episode I chat with Cyril McAree , Editor of the Hotel and Restaurant Times, about the significant changes in the hospitality industry due to COVID-19. We discuss the challenges faced by the sector, the changing perceptions of hospitality careers, the...
by Irish Food Trade Connect Forum | Nov 5, 2025 | News
In this conversation Owen Drayne from Draynes Farm talks to me about his journey in dairy farming, discussing the importance of community, staff, and modernising the family business. He reflects on the challenges of transitioning leadership, the significance of...
