Eat The Streets takes place on September 14^th from 13.00 at Richmond Barracks. Eat the Streets Festival! 2024 | Eat the Streets!

Eat the Streets is an annual food festival that celebrates local food culture, sustainable eating, and community engagement. The festival emphasises the importance of locally sourced ingredients, with a focus on the environment and reducing food waste. It features live cooking demonstrations, food tastings, workshops, and discussions led by chefs, food producers, and sustainability advocates.

At the event, this year Dublin food Chain will be running a short free event entitled “Cooking Up A business – Top Tips For those Thinking About Starting a Food & Drink Business”.

What is the Talk About:

Are you passionate about food and drink and considering turning your passion into a business? Join us for a 45-minute free talk “Cooking Up A Business – Top Tips For Those Thinking About Starting a Food & Drink Business," where we will explore the exciting possibilities and challenges of entering the food and drink industry. This talk is designed for aspiring entrepreneurs eager to start their own food or drink manufacturing business. You'll gain valuable insights into the first steps of your journey, from identifying your niche to understanding your target market. Discover the various avenues available for selling your products, whether it's through farmers' markets, online platforms, or supplying to shops and cafes.

We'll also highlight the many supports and resources available to budding entrepreneurs, including funding opportunities, mentorship programmes, and business development services. Join us for this short informative and engaging session, where you'll leave equipped with practical tips and strategies to kickstart your food and drink venture. Whether you're dreaming of launching a unique product or expanding an existing idea, this talk will provide the guidance you need to take the next step with confidence. Note if you are within 24 months of having already started out you will also benefit from this event.

This talk will be delivered by James Burke the Network Manager of Dublin Food Chain.  James has over 20 years’ experience is assisting producers starting their business.

Free 1:1 Mentoring

Once the talk concludes, there will be free 20 minute 1:1 mentor slots to allow for personal advice to be given.  To express interest in availing one of these slots simply email Barbara@dublinfoodchain.ie