​“Gourmy Foods Ltd” was formed in summer 2021.

We plan to become a leading supplier to the Food Service sector in Ireland and farther afield.
Herbs and spices are a natural foundation as two of our owners are of Indian heritage and own a factory in Kerala processing spices.

Currently we supply herbs and spices in food service size pots and also in bulk packaging. Currently, we are sourcing other forms of packing such as pouches which will give another option and more flexibility.

At Caterline, we are passionate about sustainable and innovative products. We ensure to source the most intelligent, high-quality, profitable equipment for your business.

Products such as fryers with no need for extraction lending up to 70% reduced pollution, ventless speed ovens that are 10x faster than conventional ovens, and hot holding units that extend the holding time of hot food by up to 50%, maintaining quality and reducing food waste. Our team carry out in-house R&D on the equipment in our test kitchen to ensure this.

This dynamic, one-day event harnesses the knowledge and expertise of some of the greatest strategists and futurists in foodservice globally to chart emerging trends and opportunities in the industry, and to identify some disruptive forces that are looming on the horizon.

This conference will arm you with the knowledge to drive efficiencies in your operations, meet challenges head-on, embrace lucrative trends, and action transformative change in your business. This is one event you simply cannot afford to miss.

With Picasso Digital, hotels and conference facilities get digital services for booking, check-in and payment so that you can focus more on what is most important to your business – your guests.
AK Techotel has produced IT solutions for the hotel industry for over 30 years and aims to be the most digitized independent system supplier on the market.

We aim to free more time for the hotel receptionist, rather than have to spend looking down into a screen, more time conversing with their guests, give information and sell the business. The technology exists to automate most steps; everything from check-in, payment, key card, receipt management, etc. Removing slow routines makes the staff able to focus on e.g. additional sales instead of administration, is the explains philosophy at AK Techotel.

Caterboss, Ireland’s lead catering equipment supplier not only provides reasonable prices and fast delivery but also a financial payment strategy that will cater to the needs of all types of customers.
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Striving to support new food businesses, it recognizes the challenges that new startups face and thus offers a unique credit facility. Their plan provides flexible financing options to ease the burden on new food businesses, in particular.

In a time of rising costs and increasing competition, it’s more important than ever for your hospitality business to stand out. At Buttercups Uniforms, we understand that every member of staff represents your business and has the potential to impress both existing and potential guests. Our carefully curated hospitality range has a variety of uniforms to suit every role in your business, from kitchen staff to front of house, in many different styles, cuts and colours, in durable, easy-care fabric, chosen to suit the demands of even the longest and toughest shift. 

Fitz Scientific is pleased to announce that it has received accreditation for a validated gluten determination method, now available at its Drogheda laboratory. This service uses the R5 sandwich enzyme method, allowing for accurate analysis of gluten levels in a wide range of food products.
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EU Regulation 828/2014 has set out conditions by which food products can be labelled “gluten-free” or “very-low gluten”. The ‘gluten-free’ statement may only be used where a food product as sold contains no more than 20 mg/kg of gluten. The ‘very low gluten’ statement may only be used where a food product as sold contains no more than 100 mg/kg of gluten.

​Sustainable products and innovative services took the spotlight on the opening day of CATEX, supported by Calor and Bunzl McLaughlin, Ireland’s largest foodservice and hospitality event. 

Taking place at the RDS, Simmonscourt, the Irish Foodservice Supplier Awards (IFSA Awards) - themed around ‘Environmental Sustainability and the Circular Economy’ – showcase the latest advancements that are helping to shape a greener, more efficient future for the sector.

Established by the Irish Foodservice Suppliers Alliance (IFSA), and sponsored by Gas Networks Ireland, the awards celebrate products and services introduced to the market since December 2023, spanning categories that reflect the industry's dedication to environmental responsibility and cutting-edge innovation, including carbon emissions reduction, food waste minimisation, the elimination of single-use plastics, and water management. Entrants were required to demonstrate how their products and services actively reduce environmental impact in line with government and climate regulations, showcasing the industry’s ongoing commitment to a greener future.