Flavour and colour are where science meets creativity. As consumers seek foods and drinks that combine health with enjoyment, sensory innovation is becoming central to product development. Across two days, uncover emerging innovations and global trends shaping taste experiences across food and drink categories, and next-generation nutrition solutions. Including multi-sensory product design, clean-label natural flavour and colour solutions, overcoming functional formulation challenges, and how flavour and colour strategy can differentiate brands.  Selected sessions will include guided sensory experiences.

Explore the programme

Please note that sessions within the Flavour and Colour Lab are delivered in scheduled streams at the following times: 9:45-10:45, 11:00-12:00 and 16:00-16:45

We kindly ask that, when attending a session, you plan to stay for the full duration of the stream to ensure the best experience for both speakers and attendees.

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11:00
  1. 60 mins
    • 3rd June Session 2: The Global Flavour Exchange
    Global flavours are driving consumer excitement but turning food culture into scalable, profitable products takes more than inspiration. This panel explores how brands adopt global tastes into the mai …
12:15
  1. 30 mins
    • Sensory Lab

    From the elegant bitterness of matcha and the velvety sweetness of ube, to delicate sakura (cherry blossom), aromatic pandan and zesty yuzu, Döhler's experts transform regional favourites into consumer-ready concepts for confectionery and plant-based dairy. 

    In partnership with
    Dohler
  2. 30 mins
    • Sensory Lab
    Join ICG Flavours on a sensory journey inspired by the creativity, craft and culture of some of the world’s most iconic cocktail capitals from the timeless sophistication of London and the romance of Paris to the vibrant energy of Tel Aviv and the precision of Tokyo.
    In partnership with
          ICG     
12:45
  1. 30 mins
    • Sensory Lab
    Join ICG Flavours on a sensory journey inspired by the creativity, craft and culture of some of the world’s most iconic cocktail capitals from the timeless sophistication of London and the romance of Paris to the vibrant energy of Tel Aviv and the precision of Tokyo.
    In partnership with
    ICG     
  2. 30 mins
    • Sensory Lab

    Döhler expert flavourists have skillfully unlocked nature’s secrets into easy-to-use LEMON flavouring keys. These solutions will enable you to achieve independence from the volatile lemon raw material market. Discover Döhler's Lemon Keys perfectly crafted with four versatile flavoured & natural coloured food applications.

    In partnership with
    Dohler
13:45
  1. 30 mins
    • Sensory Lab
    Join ICG Flavours on a sensory journey inspired by the creativity, craft and culture of some of the world’s most iconic cocktail capitals from the timeless sophistication of London and the romance of Paris to the vibrant energy of Tel Aviv and the precision of Tokyo.
    In partnership with
    ICG     
  2. 30 mins
    • Sensory Lab
    Discover Döhler's real-life confectionery, bakery and plant-based drinks applications that deliver rich taste, appealing texture and a satisfying consumer experience - all while supporting more stable sourcing, optimised recipes and improved cost-in-use.
    In partnership with
    Dohler
14:15
  1. 30 mins
    • Sensory Lab
    Join ICG Flavours on a sensory journey inspired by the creativity, craft and culture of some of the world’s most iconic cocktail capitals from the timeless sophistication of London and the romance of Paris to the vibrant energy of Tel Aviv and the precision of Tokyo.
    In partnership with
    ICG
  2. 30 mins
    • Sensory Lab
    Sugar is under scrutiny - from evolving regulations and taxation to rising consumer expectations on health and transparency. Döhler invites you to explore how smart recipe design can significantly cut sugar while keeping what matters most: your product’s characteristic taste and brand identity.
    In partnership with
    Dohler
14:50
  1. 30 mins
    • Sensory Lab

    Join ICG Flavours on a sensory journey inspired by the creativity, craft and culture of some of the world’s most iconic cocktail capitals from the timeless sophistication of London and the romance of Paris to the vibrant energy of Tel Aviv and the precision of Tokyo.

    In partnership with
    ICG
  2. 30 mins
    • Sensory Lab
    From the elegant bitterness of matcha and the velvety sweetness of ube, to delicate sakura (cherry blossom), aromatic pandan and zesty yuzu, Döhler's experts transform regional favourites into consumer-ready concepts for confectionery and plant-based dairy. 
    In partnership with
    Dohler
15:20
  1. 30 mins
    • Sensory Lab

    Join ICG Flavours on a sensory journey inspired by the creativity, craft and culture of some of the world’s most iconic cocktail capitals from the timeless sophistication of London and the romance of Paris to the vibrant energy of Tel Aviv and the precision of Tokyo.

    In partnership with
    ICG     
  2. 30 mins
    • Sensory Lab

    Döhler expert flavourists have skillfully unlocked nature’s secrets into easy-to-use LEMON flavouring keys. These solutions will enable you to achieve independence from the volatile lemon raw material market. Discover Döhler's Lemon Keys perfectly crafted with four versatile flavoured & natural coloured food applications.

    In partnership with
    Dohler
16:00
  1. 45 mins
    • 3rd June Session 3: Multi-Sensory Design: Enhancing Taste through the Senses
    Flavour isn’t just about taste, it’s shaped by sight, sound, texture, temperature and smell working together. Bringing flavour psychology to life through live multi-sensory demonstrations, this sessio …
09:45
  1. 20 mins
    • 4th June Session 1: Natural Flavour and Colour Innovation
    Discover how fermentation unlocks bold, natural flavour while strengthening clean-label and sustainability credentials. Drawing on culinary and scientific innovation, this session shows how brands can …
10:05
  1. 40 mins
    • 4th June Session 1: Natural Flavour and Colour Innovation
    Explore how clean-label expectations are reshaping flavour and colour design, turning reformulation into a commercial opportunity rather than a constraint.
11:00
  1. 15 mins
    • 4th June Session 2: Flavour Innovation with Wellness Driven Formulations
    This session explores why reducing sugar, fat or salt — or adding functional ingredients — so often erodes indulgence, and how flavour, texture, aroma and expectation work together to create pleasure. …
    In partnership with
    ITS
11:15
  1. 20 mins
    • 4th June Session 2: Flavour Innovation with Wellness Driven Formulations
    Unpack how colour and flavour trigger emotional and sensory cues that make functional food and drink feel indulgent.
    In partnership with
    ITS
11:35
  1. 25 mins
    • 4th June Session 2: Flavour Innovation with Wellness Driven Formulations
    This session explores practical strategies for reducing sugar, fat or salt without compromising on taste and experience.
    In partnership with
    its
12:15
  1. 30 mins
    • Sensory Lab
    Discover Döhler's real-life confectionery, bakery and plant-based drinks applications that deliver rich taste, appealing texture and a satisfying consumer experience - all while supporting more stable sourcing, optimised recipes and improved cost-in-use.
    In partnership with
    Dohler
  2. 30 mins
    • Sensory Lab

    Join ICG Flavours on a sensory journey inspired by the creativity, craft and culture of some of the world’s most iconic cocktail capitals from the timeless sophistication of London and the romance of Paris to the vibrant energy of Tel Aviv and the precision of Tokyo.

    In partnership with
      ICG     
12:45
  1. 30 mins
    • Sensory Lab
    Join ICG Flavours on a sensory journey inspired by the creativity, craft and culture of some of the world’s most iconic cocktail capitals from the timeless sophistication of London and the romance of Paris to the vibrant energy of Tel Aviv and the precision of Tokyo.
    In partnership with
      ICG     
  2. 30 mins
    • Sensory Lab

    Sugar is under scrutiny - from evolving regulations and taxation to rising consumer expectations on health and transparency. Döhler invites you to explore how smart recipe design can significantly cut sugar while keeping what matters most: your product’s characteristic taste and brand identity.

    In partnership with
    Dohler
13:45
  1. 30 mins
    • Sensory Lab
    From the elegant bitterness of matcha and the velvety sweetness of ube, to delicate sakura (cherry blossom), aromatic pandan and zesty yuzu, Döhler's experts transform regional favourites into consumer-ready concepts for confectionery and plant-based dairy.
    In partnership with
    Dohler
  2. 30 mins
    • Sensory Lab

    Join ICG Flavours on a sensory journey inspired by the creativity, craft and culture of some of the world’s most iconic cocktail capitals from the timeless sophistication of London and the romance of Paris to the vibrant energy of Tel Aviv and the precision of Tokyo.

    In partnership with
      ICG     
14:15
  1. 30 mins
    • Sensory Lab

    Join ICG Flavours on a sensory journey inspired by the creativity, craft and culture of some of the world’s most iconic cocktail capitals from the timeless sophistication of London and the romance of Paris to the vibrant energy of Tel Aviv and the precision of Tokyo.

    In partnership with
      ICG     
  2. 30 mins
    • Sensory Lab

    Döhler expert flavourists have skillfully unlocked nature’s secrets into easy-to-use LEMON flavouring keys. These solutions will enable you to achieve independence from the volatile lemon raw material market. Discover Döhler's Lemon Keys perfectly crafted with four versatile flavoured & natural coloured food applications.

    In partnership with
    Dohler
14:50
  1. 30 mins
    • Sensory Lab
    Discover Döhler's real-life confectionery, bakery and plant-based drinks applications that deliver rich taste, appealing texture and a satisfying consumer experience - all while supporting more stable sourcing, optimised recipes and improved cost-in-use.
    In partnership with
    Dohler
  2. 30 mins
    • Sensory Lab

    Join ICG Flavours on a sensory journey inspired by the creativity, craft and culture of some of the world’s most iconic cocktail capitals from the timeless sophistication of London and the romance of Paris to the vibrant energy of Tel Aviv and the precision of Tokyo.

    In partnership with
      ICG     
15:20
  1. 30 mins
    • Sensory Lab

    Join ICG Flavours on a sensory journey inspired by the creativity, craft and culture of some of the world’s most iconic cocktail capitals from the timeless sophistication of London and the romance of Paris to the vibrant energy of Tel Aviv and the precision of Tokyo.

    In partnership with
      ICG     
  2. 30 mins
    • Sensory Lab

    Sugar is under scrutiny - from evolving regulations and taxation to rising consumer expectations on health and transparency. Döhler invites you to explore how smart recipe design can significantly cut sugar while keeping what matters most: your product’s characteristic taste and brand identity.

    In partnership with
    Dohler
16:00
  1. 45 mins
    • 4th June Session 3: The Future of Sensory Branding
    Bompas & Parr will take guests on a journey into the polysensory universe.

With thanks to our partners, including:

Speakers include:

Food Matters Live London

3-4 June | Olympia, International Convention Centre