FDReviews @ IFE 2026

We are proud to continue our partnership with IFE and are looking forward to a fantastic few days from the 30th of March to the 1st of April at Excel in London.

There are multiple ways to catch up with the team!

The Stand (N276)

Not too far from the Trends & Innovation Platform, you can find us in the heart of the IFE Manufacturing section on stand N276!

Swing by and say hello! If you have a product in development, or just a burning question or two about the UK food & drink market. We also have a few slots available to pre-book some time with the team.

If you would like to book a catch-up over the 3 days, just email us via support@fdreviews.com and we will be happy to organise some time for you.

We will also be running our ever-popular PRODUCER ADVICE HUB so book your free session with one of our experts here: https://www.fdreviews.com/panels

Seminar One...

Are weight loss jabs the knockout punch for Hospitality?

HRC Vision Stage: Monday March 30th @ 3.00pm

Catch our experts, Austen Bushrod (Moderator), Bruce Isaacs and Kelly Dowson on the stage!

The rapid rise of GLP-1 weight-loss injections is beginning to reshape how people eat, drink, and socialise, creating both disruption and opportunity for the hospitality sector. As consumer habits evolve, operators are being forced to rethink menus, portion sizes, pricing, and the overall dining experience. In this timely panel, industry experts will cut through the hype to explore the real impact of “the jab” on consumer behaviour and spending. Attend this session to gain practical ideas on how hospitality businesses can adapt, innovate, and turn changing eating patterns into a new source of growth rather than a threat.

Seminar Two...

Fantastic food failures: The mistakes no one talks about

IFE Manufacturing - Trends & Innovation Platform

Wednesday April 1st @ 2.00pm

Catch our experts, Stephen Minall (Moderator), Bruce Isaacs, Dan Barron and Laura Strapp on the stage!

Failure is an inevitable part of innovation in food and drink, but it’s rarely discussed openly. Led by Stephen Minall of FDReviews, this panel session offers a refreshingly honest look at why brands and products fail, from commercial misjudgments to operational challenges and changing consumer trends. Speakers will share real experiences, reflect on the mistakes they’ve made, and discuss how they adapted, recovered, and rebuilt. Attendees will gain valuable insights into resilience, long-term strategy, and how to navigate the highs and lows of an ever-changing market.

Check out all our team profiles here: https://www.fdreviews.com/team-full-biographies

We look forward to seeing you at Excel!

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Want to know how FDReviews can support your product development?

Email us at support@fdreviews.com or call our founders Stephen Minall on 07734 454252 or Austen Bushrod on 07714 837314.