From kitchen food lab to plant-based R&D

04 Jun 2026
NPD Discovery Theatre
NPD Discovery Theatre
Some of the fastest growing consumer trends start in a chef’s kitchen lab. This session explores the link between gastronomy, NPD and food retail - and how the power of these connections can accelerate innovation in plant-based products across NPD teams.
Speakers
Gil Dumarey
Gil Dumarey, International Partnerships and Events - We're Smart
Kirk Haworth
Kirk Haworth, Co-Founder / Executive Chef - PLATES London
Adam Smith
Adam Smith, Executive Chef - Coworth Park
James George
James George, Chief Sustainability Strategist - The Vyne

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