For 2026, programming will encompass the following themes;

• Market Resilience
• Impact of New Consumer Lifestyles
• Technological advancements such as AI, automation and data analytics
• Operational Efficiency – smart food strategies and optimising business models for profitability
• Strategies for reducing waste and sourcing eco friendly products

​We are delighted to launch the IFSA’s Award Programme 2025. The IFSA’S are aimed at showcasing the wealth of innovation and technology which our members continually bring to market each year.  The theme of The IFSA’s will be “Environmental Sustainability and the Circular Economy” and judging will led by a panel of independent industry experts.  

Proudly sponsored by Gas Networks Ireland, the awards will feature products brought to market since December 2023 in the realm of Light and Heavy Equipment, Technology-Led Products and Services along with Sustainable Food and Packaging and will also feature an industry nominated National / Local Foodservice Supplier Of The Year.

Winners will be announced and shortlisted  products will be displayed at the special showcase area at CATEX2025.  Find out more and submit your entry by 17th January (deadline extended) below:

CATEX, Ireland’s largest foodservice and hospitality event, will return to the RDS, Dublin in 2025.
THE destination to experience product innovation! For three days visitors will have the opportunity to meet and reconnect with over 270 suppliers, network with industry stakeholders, source new energy saving and waste management technologies, and watch hundreds of chefs and baristas compete on a national stage.  FIND OUT MORE...

Book your place today for the Annual IFSA Golf Classic. The IFSA golf outing is competitive and friendly.  Single Stableford format will be used.  The day’s golfing will be followed by a dinner and prize giving at 7pm. Please note that if you do not wish to play golf, separate bookings can be made for the dinner only.

Alongside the general competition teams from the various association trade bodies will be challenged by a ‘crack IFSA 3-ball grouping’ for the title of IFSA Association Challenge Champions and the Contract Catering fraternity will again compete for the coveted Contract Caterer’s Trophy.
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Places are limited - so book by Thursday 22nd August 2024 by completing the form below. If you have any queries on the IFSA Golf Outing, please contact: Liam Mongey on 087 1269284 or Louise McLoughlin on 086 2780979

DATES:       

• 25th November - Odeon Victoria Square, Belfast - SOLD OUT!
• 2nd - Odeon Point Village, Dublin
• 3rd December - Odeon Point Village, Dublin - SOLD OUT!

CONTACT: [email protected]

Invite your staff, clients and their families along to this exclusive IFSA Private Screening and Christmas Event at the ODEON Point Village, Dublin & Victoria Square Belfast

• 9.30am:   Warm Welcome Reception Visit Santa at his grotto, presents for all the children and other entertainment on the day. Meanwhile adults can enjoy some tea, coffee and mince pies. 
• ​11.00am:   Private Screening of WISH ​

The Roadshow will travel to the following event locations:

• Dublin                 Carlton Hotel, Dublin Airport      Monday               23/10/2023        10:00 – 13:00    
• Cork                    Address Collective, Cork City     Tuesday              24/10/2023        10:00 – 13:00    
• Galway               Salthill Hotel, Salthill                     Wednesday       25/10/2023        10:00 – 13:00    
• Belfast                Crowne Plaza, Shawsbridge       Thursday            26/10/2023        10:00 – 13:00