Our mission is to empower women, shine a spotlight on what they are doing for the UK food industry and build a community of women who give each other support, confidence and strength.
About
We believe you can’t be what you can’t see. Championing and celebrating women in the UK food industry is at the heart of what we do. This is THE place for conversation, insight, news, events, podcasts, stories, networking and community support across all sectors of the food industry.
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With your help we aim to:
• Increase the awareness of all the roles women play in the industry
• Show the wide range of roles and opportunities for women
• Connect women across all sectors for conversation and support
• Be a resource and a place where women can get the help they need
We want to see a world in which the food industry treats women as equal, champions inclusion and diversity and actively helps women of all ages and backgrounds fulfil their dreams and ambitions to work in food. We also want to help move women up the ranks and become strong leaders and role models in the industry.
Led by co-founder, Mex Ibrahim with the valuable help of Ambassadors: Irini Tzortzoglou, Antonia Lloyd, Shelley Sofier and Emma White, we all share the heart-felt belief that collaboration is better than competition and we welcome the support of both men and women to help our aims.
Women in the Food Industry became a Community Interest Company (CIC) on 18th July 2023 and doesn’t exist to make a profit – we work towards a purpose, reinvesting any surplus money into achieving our goal.
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Events
Chef Series at The Conduit : Anjula Devi – 15th November 2025
The new Chef Series at The Conduit opens with Anjula Devi —chef, author, and storyteller—whose cooking is rooted in connection, empowerment, and the healing power of spices. With inspiration drawn from her father’s masala dabba, Anjula has spent a lifetime exploring the healing qualities of spices. Her dinner at The Conduit will bring these traditions to life, combining rare flavours, fresh seasonal ingredients, and a philosophy of health and empowerment.
Saturday, 15th November 2025
The Conduit
6 Langley St
London WC2H 9JA
The Plant-Based Revolution: Exploring the Future of Food, Policy & Justice – 12th November 2025
Join Women In The Food Industry at The Conduit for a lively World Vegan Month panel where ethics, innovation & justice grow together. Let’s shape the future of food & drive change. Join Emilia A. Leese, Claire Ogley, and Sarah Bentley for a thought-provoking discussion that goes beyond labels to ask the big questions.
Wednesday, 12th November 2025
The Conduit
6 Langley Street
Covent Garden
London
WC2H 9JA
Food & Mood – Breakfast Event – 4th November 2025
Join us for an inspiring morning at Bingham Riverhouse, where food, wellbeing, and conversation come together over a nourishing breakfast. The perfect start to your day: nourishing food for the body, thought-provoking conversation for the mind, and a supportive community for the soul!
Tuesday, 4th November 2025
Bingham Riverhouse
61-63 Petersham Road
Richmond
TW10 6UT
Big Food vs The People – 22nd October 2025
What Big Food Doesn’t Want You to Know: ultra-processed food is quietly dominating our diets, driving ill health, and negatively reshaping policy. It is fuelling a slow-motion public health emergency – yet the truth about its impact remains buried. Join us to start a movement for change.
Wednesday, 22nd October 2025
The Conduit
6 Langley Street
Covent Garden
London
WC2H 9JA
Nourish & Flourish: Menopause Awareness Month Event – 20th October 2025
Join Women in the Food Industry & Todelli.com for a morning panel & mini food fair at Corner Corner, celebrating Menopause Awareness Month. Nourish & Flourish: Menopause Edition is a morning gathering for women who want to thrive with food, wellness, and community. Hosted by Women in the Food Industry in partnership with Todelli.com, this event brings together experts and enthusiasts for an inspiring, interactive morning at Corner Corner, Canada Water.
Monday, 20th October 2025
Corner Corner,
Maritime Street,
London,
SE16 7LL
Serving Up Social: Boost Your Food & Beverage Brand – Recap – 30th September 2025
Join Women in the Food Industry & Kitch in the first floor events room at The Lucky Saint* for an energising evening packed with insights, real-world examples and honest conversation about how food and drink brands can use TikTok, influencer marketing and AI to elevate their social strategy.
Tuesday, 30th September 2025
First Floor
The Lucky Saint
58 Devonshire Street
London W1W 5EA
’15 Minute Indian’ Cookbook Demo, Tastings & Signing with Anjula Devi – 23rd September 2025
Join us at Divertimenti for a demo, tastings and book signing from Anjula Devi on 23rd September. Get an exclusive Women In The Food Industry 10% discount on tickets.
Tuesday, 23rd September 2025
Divertimenti Cookery School
227-229 Brompton Road,
London,
SW3 2EP
Future Gazers Panel Discussion – 18th September 2025
Our co-founder is delighted to take part in an inspiring panel-led conversation exploring the role of women in food and sustainability on 18th September as part of the Future of Food Festival
Thursday, 18th September 2025
Future of Food Festival
The Discovery Zone,
5 Vigo Street,
London,
W1S 3HA
News
16/10/2025
House of Commons Roundtable: Food, Farming & Sustainability in the National Curriculum
On 13th October 2025 Louise Monaghan attended her first Roundtable at the House of Commons: Food, Farming & Sustainability and the National Curriculum. It was brought together by the brilliant change-maker Olivia Shave, whose passion and determination to make a difference set the tone for an energising and forward-thinking discussion. Here Louise gives a summary of what happened.
08/10/2025
Keira Carolan wins Young National Chef of the Year 2026
The YNCOTY Award Winners for Young National Chef of the Year were announced on Tuesday 7th October at a lively ceremony at London’s Hippodrome Casino in Leicester Square. Keira Carolan from Henrock wowed the judges and claimed the prestigious title of the Craft Guild of Chefs’ Young National Chef of the Year, after serving up three exceptional plates at the University of West London. Women In The Food Industry co-founder Mex Ibrahim went along to see who would take the prestigious awards.
30/09/2025
Late September Newsletter – Women In the Food Industry News and Offers
October & November Events 2025 – Women In the Food Industry Newsletter Our latest newsletter from Women in The Food…
15/09/2025
Mid September Newsletter – Women In the Food Industry News and Offers
Autumn 2025 – Women In the Food Industry Mid September Newsletter. Our latest newsletter from Women in The Food Industry has news of our brand new events for September & October. Plus news of our co-founder’s DEI Champion Award.
12/09/2025
Women in the Food Industry Co-Founder Mex Ibrahim Wins DEI Champion Award
We are delighted to announce that our co-founder, Mex Ibrahim, has been awarded the DEI Champion Award at this year’s Speciality & Fine Food Fair. This award recognises a business or individual that has championed diversity, equity and inclusion, transformed their operations, and made a lasting positive impact on the industry.
28/08/2025
Late August Newsletter – Women In the Food Industry News and Offers
Women In the Food Industry Late August Newsletter – Our latest newsletter from Women in The Food Industry has news of our brand new events for September. Plus news of the finalists of Be Inclusive in Hospitality Spotlight Awards.
04/08/2025
Early August Newsletter – Women In the Food Industry News and Offers
Summer 2025 – Women In the Food Industry Early August Newsletter. Our latest newsletter from Women in The Food Industry has news of our brand new events for September. Plus some great job opportunities from School Food Matters.
17/07/2025
Mid July Newsletter – Women In the Food Industry News and Offers
Our latest newsletter from Women in The Food Industry has news of exciting offers and opportunities for July from our supporters and partners. Plus get a recap of our brand new event in July on B Corps.
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