Testimonials

Why everyone loves lunch!

Don’t just take our word for it – read our exhibitor and visitor testimonials to see why lunch! is the UK’s leading trade show for food-to-go.

Exhibitors

Visitors

“A great atmosphere, and a steady flow of visitors to our stand. It was great to see everyone, and meet some valuable leads, having the chance to talk about new products and the health benefits of No.1 Living drinks.”

MEG MATTHEWS
BRAND EXECUTIVE NO.1 LIVING

“lunch! 2021 was well organised and I enjoyed the company of my fellow exhibitors. We will be back in 2022.”

PAUL GEOGHEGAN
FOODSERVICE & OOH MANAGER FARMHOUSE BISCUITS LTD

“It is fantastic to be back at lunch! after two years, to see familiar faces and make new connections.”

ANDREW FORD
OUT OF HOME CHANNEL MANAGER FULFIL NUTRITION

“Consistently a great show for exciting new products and high calibre buyers from independent retailers through to national chains…well worth a visit or to exhibit.”

STEPHANIE CAMPBELL
MANAGING DIRECTOR WATERBOMB LTD

“It was great to be back amongst such brilliant brands, in such a great environment! We look forward to returning again.”

HOLLY SMORTHIT
NATIONAL ACCOUNT EXECUTIVE BEAR SNACKS & URBAN FRUIT

“What a fabulous opportunity to put our brand right back into the sight of buyers. We loved meeting quality customers and getting back out there. This is how real business is done – face to face where you can build relationships and look customers in the eye. Already booked again for next year.”

LEANNE CROWTHER
CO-FOUNDER FLOWER & WHITE

“It’s been a very busy show and we have met some really key buyers, good vibes with very friendly people.”

MARK COLLINS
NATIONAL ACCOUNT MANAGER JOE & SEPH’S

“There have been really significant buyers and senior people to speak to who know what they are looking for. lunch! is the show that helps us grow our business. Our top customers have come from exhibiting at this show.”

JUSTINE CARRUTHERS
MANAGING DIRECTOR TRAYBAKE

“It’s been really great, there is a lovely mix of brands and people, it is our first big trade show and it feels like everything is back on track.”

ANGELICA CHRISTIANSSON
MARKETING EXECUTIVE GIMBER

“Had a warm, fuzzy feeling throughout, nice to see old faces and new.”

EMMA WOODCOCK
BRAND MANAGER 200 DEGREES COFFEE

“So good to visit lunch! 2021 and found it as exciting and fun as ever – 2 years’ worth of enthusiasm and innovation to welcome us back.”

FREDDIE BRISBANE
TRADING CONTROLLER BOOKER

“lunch! was such a vibrant event and it was encouraging to see so much of the industry championing innovation.”

SONIA CARVALHO
HEAD OF COFFEE & COMMUNITY RESTAURANT ASSOCIATES

“The showcase was diverse which was great! Saw some inspirational and innovative products. It was also a good opportunity to meet peers in the food industry.”

PURITY HRISCA
TECHNICAL MANAGER SAINSBURY'S

“I really enjoyed lunch! again this year. It was so good to see that so many brands in the FTG sector have bounced back, and are finding new, innovative ways to grow their businesses. Great to catch up with so many people and meet new contacts too. See you in 2022!”

JULIE SMITH
RETAIL OPERATIONS MANAGER GREGGS

“So fantastic to see everyone in real life, great for already established brands and wonderful to see new entrants. Thanks to all for making this happen.”

ZOE FARMER
GLOBAL DIRECTOR RETAIL MANAGEMENT GATERETAIL

“lunch! was a great opportunity to re-connect with contacts and suppliers. Physical exhibitions are so important, especially when sourcing new F&B products where you can sample from many suppliers all under one roof.”

WILL KENNEY
COMMERCIAL DIRECTOR 200 DEGREES COFFEE

“What I found particularly impressive is the way the youthful talent participated and are involved at lunch!, excellent for the future.”

BENEDICT MACDONALD
CEO COJEAN

“It was brilliant to see the return of lunch!. A plethora of exciting brands, both existing and emerging, that will appeal to our customers, and lots of lovely food and drink to try.”

NATALIE PHILLIPS
SECTOR GROWTH MANAGER BRAKES