Specialised Events

08/01/2024

Wishing all of our exhibitors, visitors and suppliers the very best for a happy, safe and successful 2024.

This year we have some amazing events that will connect you with new ideas, products and suppliers. There is no better to find inspiration for your business. They include:

Foodservice Australia running in Sydney from 19-21 May. It will have over 400 exhibitors and special events including the Chef of the Year, Sweet Spot Theatre, National Restaurant Conference, Aged Care Catering Summit and Cafe School. More at www.foodserviceaustralia.com.au

Franchising Expo running in Sydney from 4-5 May and Melbourne from 17-18 August. Giving you a chance to learn about how to get into your own business. More info and tickets at www.franchisingexpo.com.au

Food & Hospitality Queensland running at the Brisbane Convention Centre from 4-5 August. Bringing together the food industry in this exciting growth market. More info at www.foodandhospitality.com.au

02/10/2023

If you are looking for new ideas for your cafe, restaurant, commercial kitchen, convenience store or food store then make sure you come to Food & Hospitality Queensland.

This exciting event is running from 15-16 October at the Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre. It will have over 160 exhibitors and special events including the Queensland Chef of the Year, Brisbane Cafe School and Restaurant Profit Workshop.

Entry is free but you must be over 16 and work in a food or hospitality business. For more info and free tickets visit www.foodandhospitality.com.au

21/09/2022

The Foodservice Australia expo is running in Sydney from 23-25 October and will be the ultimate showcase of new food, drink and equipment. Come along and see over 400 exhibitors and special events including Chef of the year, Sweet Spot, National Restaurant Conference, Aged Care Catering Summit and Cafe School.

This is the first major industry show in Sydney for over three years. If you run a food or hospitality business then make it your business to attend. More info and free registration can be found at www.foodserviceaustralia.com.au

16/09/2022

Back in Brisbane after three years. A great opportunity to learn about working for yourself (but not by yourself).

02/08/2022

A bit of planning can make a huge difference to your results at a good show. Check out these workshops in Melbourne And Sydney.

Do you exhibit at food shows - and do you want to learn the tricks that can double your return on investment?

We are running two very special 'how to exhibit' workshops to help companies just like yours. Topics will include choosing the right show, planning for success, preshow promotion, stand design, super staffing, easy sampling and effective follow-up.

The first workshop will be held on Thursday 4 August at the International Convention Centre Sydney - ICC Sydney. The second will be held on Thursday 11 August the Harry The Hirer showroom in Melbourne. They run from 2pm-5pm with plenty of time for networking and questions.

Registration is FREE for exhibitors in Foodservice Australia and $85 for anyone else. For more info and ticket click here:
https://www.foodserviceaustralia.com.au/exhibiting/how-to-exhibit-workshops

24/07/2022

Do you exhibit at tradeshows - and do you want to learn the tricks that can double your return on investment?

We are running two very special 'how to exhibit' workshops to help companies just like yours. Topics will include choosing the right show, planning for success, preshow promotion, stand design, staffing, sampling and effective follow-up.

The first workshop will be held on Thursday 4 August at the International Convention Centre Sydney - ICC Sydney. The second will be held on Thursday 11 August the Harry The Hirer showroom in Melbourne. They run from 2pm-5pm with plenty of time for networking and questions.

Registration is FREE for exhibitors in Foodservice Australia and $85 for anyone else. For more info and ticket click here:
https://www.foodserviceaustralia.com.au/exhibiting/how-to-exhibit-workshops

10/05/2022

Food & Hospitality Queensland is running this weekend at the Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre and will have over 180 exhibitors and special events including Queensland Chef of the Year, Aged Care Catering Summit and Brisbane Cafe School. If you work in a food or hospitality business then make it your business to come along. Free tickets available at www.foodandhospitality.com.au

7 days to go! Have you got your ticket yet?

The only food trade show in the Sunshine State is on this week! Come and check out Food & Hospitality Queensland where you’ll find more than 180 suppliers with food products to taste, the latest equipment to test, state of the art technology, design ideas, beverage solutions and much, much more.

On the show floor, you will also find special features including the Queensland Chef of the Year competition, Café School, Chef Success Workshop, ACF Chefs Breakfast and plenty of free workshops and demonstrations.

Don't miss this chance to find out what's new in your industry. Join us on Sunday 15 May - Monday 16 May, 9am-5pm at the Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre. It’s free to attend, however all visitors must be over 16 and work in the food or hospitality industry.

Get your free ticket here → https://bit.ly/3ozcBfG

31/03/2022

After a two year break the Franchising Expo is back in Melbourne. If you want to get into business for yourself then make sure you come. More info and tickets at www.franchisingexpo.com.au

More than 100 brands on show! Come to the Melbourne Franchising & Business Opportunities Expo this Friday and Saturday, you'll find business ideas in food and beverages, retail, finance, home services, office space, fitness and a whole lot more.

By choosing a franchise, you’ll have all the support, systems and training you need to be successful and profitable.

See the who’s who of franchising from 10am-5pm at the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre (MCEC), South Wharf, Friday 1 and Saturday 2 April.

Meet the exhibitors here → https://bit.ly/35q0FXn

Register via the link for your expo ticket → https://bit.ly/34AmqDn

21/09/2021

Franchising is one of the best ways to get into your own business. Come to one of the Franchising Expos to learn about more and see all the options. More at www.franchisingexpo.com.au

Franchise Expo's are one of the best ways to conduct your research to buy a franchise with 100+ very keen exhibitors looking to talk with buyers.

The Franchising & Business Opportunities Expo has been the launchpad in Australia for countless brands & household names over the past 30 years, connecting more franchisees & franchisors than any other event. Come & see why.

The Franchising & Business Opportunities Expo in Melbourne is in November, followed by a return of all the shows in 2022.

04/08/2021

Following the latest outbreaks around the country the organisers of Foodservice Australia have announced the event will be moving to February next year.

Event Director Tim Collett says “it was a tough decision when everyone wants to connect and the show was essentially ready to go. But the event is too important to run at less than full strength. By delaying to early next year we can ensure it will be the best ever.”

Foodservice will now run from 27 February – 1 March 2022 at the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre (MCEC). All the exhibitors and special events will move to the new dates. These include the National Restaurant Conference, Aged Care Catering Summit, Café School, Sweet Spot, Chef of the Year and Bocuse d’or.

Collett says “tradeshows like these will be critical to reconnect buyers and sellers. By the end of the year lockdowns will be history and these events will be the place where people come together. You simply cannot replace the power of live events to create excitement and new business opportunities.”

The show normally alternates between Melbourne and Sydney. Collett confirmed the Sydney show would also be running next year but had been pushed back to 23-25 October to help spread out these major events for exhibitors.

He said “two shows in a year is unusual but will offer suppliers the opportunity to see all their customers from around Australia. There is huge pent-up demand for new ideas and most visitors come from the city where the show runs. By running in Melbourne In February and Sydney in October we are giving buyers the best opportunity to attend.”

Visitor registration is now open. Entry is free but you must be over 16 and work in a food or hospitality business. Existing registrations will rollover to the new dates. For more information on visiting or exhibiting call the food team on 03 9999 5460 or visit www.foodserviceaustralia.com.au

08/07/2021

Today we celebrate the tenth anniversary of Specialised Events. It was ten years ago we bought the Foodservice Australia show and started rebuilding it as the leading food industry event in Australia. Along the way we also acquired the Franchising Expo and launched Food & Hospitality Queensland. It is a real privilege to work with this amazing team. And the next ten years are going to be even more exciting!

17/05/2021

Catering in the aged care sector is changing fast and currently the centre of government and consumer focus. If you want to stay up to date register for the Aged Care Catering Summit, running 29 June at the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre (MCEC)

So much has happened in Aged Care over the last year. The Aged Care Catering Summit is your chance to tap into the ideas and practical advice from the leaders and innovators in this industry.

Find out the latest trends and innovations with John Casey from Live Life Foods, Evereo’s Sean Cunnington, and Tibor Paller from Tibor's Kitchen.

Proudly sponsored by EVEREO®- UNOX AUS, Simplot Foodservice, Abbott and Flavour Creations, this conference is great value at only $249 per person, 9am – 3.30pm Tuesday 29 June 2021, Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre (MCEC), tickets include all sessions, light lunch and entry to the tradeshow.

Find out more here → https://www.foodserviceaustralia.com.au/special-events/aged-care-summit