Oranka Joining Food at the Heart of Care Seminar

We are delighted to be part of this Free Winter Seminar bringing innovation, compassion, and practical solutions to the region.

The National Association of Care Catering (NACC) North Region, in partnership with the Hospital Caterers Association (HCA), is proud to announce the Winter Seminar: Food at the Heart of Care, taking place on Thursday 20th November 2025 at the AJ Bell Stadium, Salford. Attendance is free of charge.

The event will unite care chefs, catering managers, dietitians, healthcare providers, and suppliers from across the region for a full day of expert talks, live cooking demonstrations, and an interactive Christmas Market-style exhibition.

Highlights from the programme include:

  • Nourishment as treatment – Idrees Anwar, Lead Dietitian, NHS Supply Chain
  • Eat Curious: The future of protein – Preyesh Patel, Co-Founder of Eat Curious
  • Boosting protein while balancing comfort classics – Heather Dolan RNutr, Nutrition Manager, Bidfood
  • Hospice catering with compassion – Mark Scott, Pendleside Hospice
  • The Restaurant Card: restoring dignity through food – Chris Curtis, CEO of the Swallows Head & Neck Cancer Charity & cancer survivor

Delegates will also enjoy live cooking sessions from Rational Chefs and a vibrant Christmas Market exhibition showcasing the latest products and solutions for the care catering sector.

“Every meal in care is more than food — it’s nourishment, comfort, and community. This seminar will inspire, educate, and equip professionals with ideas they can take back to their organisations the very next day,” said a spokesperson from NACC North Region.

 

The NACC & HCA Winter Seminar is open to:

  • Catering managers and care chefs
  • Residential home owners and staff
  • Dietitians, NHS catering teams, and healthcare executives
  • Local authority and social services officers
  • Charities and suppliers supporting care catering

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