Innovation, Flavour, and Growth: Highlights from the M&P O’Sullivan Tradeshow 2026

The energy was electric at the Marina Market this week as we hosted the M&P O’Sullivan Retail & Foodservice Tradeshow 2026.

Moving our biggest trade event of the year to such a vibrant, central Cork location brought a fresh buzz to the day. From the moment the doors opened, the floor was alive with retailers, hospitality professionals, and industry-leading suppliers, all looking to discover the next big thing in the Irish food and drink sector.

This year’s show was all about providing practical inspiration for every type of business. The Marina Market was filled with the incredible aromas of live cook-offs and food demonstrations, but the innovation didn't stop at the kitchen.

Attendees got a front-row seat to the latest retail trends and foodservice solutions, with global and local giants showcasing their newest ranges. It was a fantastic opportunity to engage with brands like Coca-Cola, Unilever, PepsiCo, Kelloggs, Mondelez, Lucozade, and Britvic, alongside local favourites such as Ballymaloe Foods and SuperOat.

For our foodservice and catering visitors, the level of professional support was second to none. A major highlight was the range of professional kitchen equipment and essential catering products showcased by our Brennans Caterworld range, as well as leading brands such as Cambro, Robot Coupe, and many others. These solutions are specifically designed to help the professional kitchen run more efficiently, offering the high-quality tools that chefs and caterers need to drive growth and improve the bottom line.

With over 40 leading suppliers in attendance, the day was packed with exclusive, one-day-only deals that delivered real value to our customers across the retail and catering sectors.

Beyond the savings, the event served as a vital hub for networking. It was fantastic to see so many insightful conversations sparking new partnerships and helping our community stay ahead of the latest market trends and consumer demands. From sustainable packaging and smart retail technology to the newest product launches, the standard of craftsmanship and brand quality on display was truly second to none.

In addition to those mentioned above, here are a few more of the excellent suppliers who were present on the day:

• Arlaco

• Aryzta

• Aviko

• Bandon Vale

• Barrys Tea

• Blenders

• Boyne Valley

• Britvic Ireland

• Catering Disposables

• Essential Supplies

• Excellence

• JTI

• Kepak

• Lincat Midlebee

• Middleton Foods

• Mobia Acai

• Nestle Ireland

• Nic Ice

• Pan Euro Foods

• PRL Mars

• Richmond Marketing

• Matthew Algae Coffee

• Tayto

• Tennant & Ruttle

• Unilever Food Solutions

• Valeo Foods

• Vista Foods

• Walkers Snacks

An event of this scale wouldn’t be possible without the incredible community surrounding M&P O’Sullivan. We want to extend a massive thank you to:

• Our Suppliers: For your hard work, stunning displays, and the passion you bring to the industry.
• Our Customers: For joining us, engaging with the brands, and continuing to trust us as your local wholesale partner.
• The M&P Team: For the months of planning and hard work that went into making the day run seamlessly.

We’re already looking forward to helping your business grow throughout the rest of 2026. See you at the next one!