Melbourne is gearing up to welcome the world of hospitality from 18th to 20th May 2025 with the launch of Food & Hospitality Week. This landmark event – featuring Foodservice Australia, Australia’s longest running foodservice event – will transform the Melbourne Convention & Exhibition Centre into Australia’s epicentre of innovation and inspiration for the culinary business world.
Bringing together more than 12,000 members of the food and hospitality sector, Food & Hospitality Week (FHW) will bring together the brightest minds, hottest trends, latest equipment, most innovative tech, and the most inspiring ideas over four unique trade shows – Foodservice Australia, Pizza Pasta & Italian Food Show, Commercial Kitchen Show, and Restaurant Technology Show – making this the must-attend event of the year for anyone in food and hospitality.
“We’re bringing together chefs, owners, operators and buyers from all corners of the industry to meet, do business and celebrate with food, beverage, equipment manufacturers, and technology providers” said Mike Hill, Food & Beverage Portfolio Director at National Media.
“Whether you’re a single-unit restaurant or cafe owner, a national QSR brand or part of a big hospitality group or a contract catering firm, FHW will serve up something for everyone in the industry. We are bringing together many different events to provide a focused environment for professionals to connect and exchange ideas within their specific domain. Our goal is to provide tailored information, education, and solutions that meet the unique needs of each attendee while also providing a fun and inspiring experience.
Mr Hill added, “By bringing together a range of unique events and opportunities for connection, Food & Hospitality Week provides the opportunity for everyone in the hospitality sector to connect with the right suppliers to further their business and culinary aims.”
“Lets say you are re-modelling your restaurant kitchen or perhaps you are wanting to optimise your menu ordering process, finding the right person or vendor to talk to at large trade shows can be a little frustrating. By creating specialised events tailored to meet the needs of all areas across the hospitality ecosystem, we can curate content, connections, and the right suppliers to help them achieve their goals efficiently,” Hill concluded.
1 ticket, 4 events, endless opportunities for innovative thinking
Food & Hospitality Week features four landmark events under one roof, including:
- Foodservice Australia – the premier gathering for everyone in commercial and non-commercial hospitality, catering, distribution, and supply.
- Pizza Pasta & Italian Food Show – the only event dedicated to Australia’s Pizza Community
- Commercial Kitchen Show – showcasing all the gear and equipment to prep, cook, store, and serve
- Restaurant Technology Show – featuring the tech solutions shaping the future of hospitality and foodservice.
A range of educational content, demonstrations, and case studies will run for all 3 days across 6 stages, providing new skills, knowledge and inspiration.
From thrilling competitions to next level education, masterclasses, international keynotes and inspiring talks, FHW will be a catalyst to help owners and operators transform their venues to make more money, and where you can learn new techniques and culinary secrets from the best in the industry.
“Food & Hospitality Week is all about sharing the latest ideas, inspiration, and skills across the entire hospitality ecosystem, and our educational program has been designed to suit,” said Mr Hill.
The Main Stage will feature celebrity chefs and leading QSR heavy hitters discussing new and innovative ideas, while the business and technology stages designed will provide actionable insights to hospitality owners and operators. FHW will also feature a series of demonstration stages featuring well known chefs, restauranteurs, and hospitality hard-hitters including Johnny Di Francesco, Matt Wilkinson, Glenn Flood, Peter Wright, Nerida Conway, Angelica Iulino, Lucy Allon and Tawnya Bahr from Straight to the Source, and Nicholas Kalogeropoulos.
Food & Hospitality Week will also feature a range of competitions including the Australian Professional Chef of the Year, Australia’s Best Pizza Awards, Australia’s Best Burger Awards, Bocuse D’Or Golden Knife Australian selection, the ACF Restaurant Challenge.
“This is more than just a trade show; it’s a forum for attendees to gain fresh perspectives and learn from the brightest minds in hospitality and foodservice, with a content-rich agenda designed to spark transformative ideas and strategies. Best of all, it’s all included in a standard access ticket – 1 ticket, 4 shows, countless opportunities for learning, innovation, and connection!” said Mr Hill.
Early Bird Tickets for Food & Hospitality Week cost $69 and are available until 11th May, with full price $79 tickets available until 2pm on Tuesday 20th May. A standard access pass provides access to all four events across the three days of Food & Hospitality Week, while Industry’s Big Night Out tickets can be purchased separately for $99. Tickets available online here (LINK).
Event Details:
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- Dates: May 18 – 20, 2025
- Location: Melbourne Convention & Exhibition Centre, Melbourne, Australia
- Featured Shows:
- Foodservice Australia
- Pizza Pasta & Italian Food Show
- Commercial Kitchen Show
- Restaurant Technology Show
- Website: https://www.fhweek.com.au/
- Tickets: Standard Pass – Super Early Bird (until 23 March): $49, Early Bird (until 11 May): $69, Full Price – $79. Industry’s Big Night Out – $99.
Foodservice Australia: The Leading Event for Australia’s $70 Billion Foodservice Industry
As the premier event for Australia’s booming $70 billion foodservice industry, Foodservice Australia is where the action happens. Whether you’re running a small café, a bustling restaurant, or an institutional kitchen, Foodservice Australia brings together the latest food, beverage, equipment, and technology innovations to help you thrive.
This is where you’ll find all the tools and solutions you need to stay ahead of the curve – from exciting new menu ideas to practical tech tools that streamline operations and boost profits. Don’t miss the chance to participate in free seminars, tastings, and networking events, where you’ll connect with the best suppliers, thought leaders, and experts in the business.
Foodservice Australia is the one-stop-shop for everything you need to succeed in today’s competitive hospitality market. So, whether you’re an independent operator or part of a national chain, come join the culinary trailblazers and level up your business.
https://www.foodserviceaustralia.com.au/
Pizza Pasta & Italian Food Show: A Slice of Heaven for Pizzerias and the Italian Food Community
Calling all pizzerias! The Pizza Pasta & Italian Food Show is the place to be for everyone in the Australian pizza industry. This exciting new business-to-business exhibition is tailored for pizzerias, Italian-themed restaurants, and foodservice operators eager to infuse their menus with authentic Italian flavours.
From Pizza Making Masterclasses and Australia’s Best Pizza Award Competition to a cutting-edge exhibition featuring the latest state-of-the-art pizza-making tools, ovens, ingredients, sauces, and more this first-of-its-kind event will bring together owners, managers, pizzaiolos, and buyers from a wide range of establishments, including pizzerias, restaurants, QSRs, pubs, bars, hotels, caterers, and speciality retailers such as gelato bars, delis, and gourmet food.
https://www.pizzapastashow.com.au/
Commercial Kitchen Show: Discover What’s New and Next in Food & Hospitality Equipment & Supplies
When it comes to kitchen gear, the Commercial Kitchen Show is where you’ll find the tools to take your back-of-house operations to the next level. From cutting-edge cooking equipment and refrigeration to storage solutions, warewashing, and ventilation – this is the ultimate destination for everything you need to cook, prep, store, and serve with ease.
As Australia’s only event dedicated to bringing together all the key players involved in designing, outfitting and supplying equipment and supplies for professional kitchens and front-of-house environments, attendees will be able to connect with industry-leading manufacturers, discover the latest innovations that will save you time and money, and meet the suppliers who can help your kitchen run like a well-oiled machine.
Commercial Kitchen Show also features a dedicated VIP Lounge accessible to qualified hospitality buyers looking to connect and do business with relevant equipment providers.
https://www.commercialkitchenshow.com.au/
Restaurant Technology Show: Tech Solutions Driving Hospitality Profits
Restaurant Technology Show is the new business event for hospitality owners and operators in search of the latest technologies for driving efficiency, transforming customer service, improving backend management, and more.
Gain unparalleled access to the companies disrupting the #RestaurantTech sector and find out how the latest innovations can help you drive profits and unlock the full potential of your hospitality business. Whether you’re looking to explore point of sale (POS), digital signage and kiosks, robotics, ordering solutions, inventory and booking management, or any other new solutions, Restaurant Technology Show is your ultimate resource for the next-gen tech shaping the future of hospitality.
https://restechshow.com.au/
