Partner demo - Quorn
Allergen free innovation: featuring allergen free sauces & sustainable choices - Kate Snow and Zoe Gill

Kate is passionate about school food and has worked in the industry for many years, developing inspiring yet simple dishes tailored for schools. Her goal is to support busy school caterers by providing nutritious, quick and easy meals that pupils will enjoy.  Understanding the challenges allergens present in schools, this demo will focus on three NEW, allergen free sauces, alongside NEW vegan and gluten free Quorn Pieces and Savoury Bites.

We’re also pleased to welcome guest presenter, Zoe Gill from Brakes, who will showcase a delicious carbon reduced beef dish featuring the new Savoury Bites.

Partner Demo – Brakes
Savvy with store cupboard ingredients - Zoe Gill and Cathy Amos

With over 20 years of experience as a development chef and a lifelong passion for food, Zoe brings a wealth of expertise to school catering. Dedicated to supporting school caterers working with tight budgets and diverse dietary needs, she focuses on practical, creative solutions that reduce waste and simplify menus. Her demo will showcase how to make the most of everyday store cupboard ingredients and create recipes with minimal allergens, ensuring nutritious, inclusive meals that every child can enjoy.

LACA Grab 'N' Go Challenge winner sponsored by SchoolGrid.
Now in its third year, the winner of the 2025 Grab & Go competition will be announced on Tuesday 8^th July and will demonstrate their winning dish on the LACA Live theatre on Wednesday 9th July.

Eva Humphries – Whole Food Warrior
Exploring venison with nutritionist Eva Humphries
Venison is a sustainable and exceptionally nourishing meat protein that as a nation we should be eating more of. Join nutritionist Eva Humphries for a cookery demonstration focused on using venison in an affordable, tasty and nourishing manner.