Lunch and Learn with Dame Katie Ayoub

The food and beverage world never stands still—and neither should you. Join Dame Katie Ayoub for a dynamic, insight-packed tour of the flavors, formats and cultural forces set to shape 2026 and beyond. This isn’t just a rundown of “what’s trending”—it’s an insider’s look at the why behind each trend, giving you the context you need to make smarter, faster and more creative decisions. From breakthrough global flavors to Gen Z flavor preferences, Katie will connect the dots between cultural shifts, consumer behavior and menu innovation. Whether you’re crafting campaigns, developing recipes, guiding client strategy, or simply a foodie who loves a backstage pass to food trends, you’ll leave inspired and informed. This event is open to members and non-members.