by Irish Food Trade Connect Forum | Nov 5, 2025 | News
This week I chat with Aine Faughnan , Managing Director of Dromod Boxty who shares her journey of taking over the family business. She discusses the challenges and triumphs of running a second-generation family business, the importance of rebranding and modernisation,...
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...
