Eventmakers

Eventmakers 2026 is a celebration of the up and coming names of the street food and catering industry.

These are the traders that have spent the summer up and down the country, working dawn until dusk in festival fields and corporate kitchens. It’s the people who have quit corporate jobs in pursuit of the perfect ice cream recipe: the chef swapping office life for the kitchen: the lifelong dreams being fulfilled.

They’ve made memories for millions and made a tangible difference to guest experience. We’ve selected this list based on those that we think have made big strides this year and look set to grow even further into 2027 - from those who demonstrate real operational excellence to those bringing innovation to product to those who stand out in the world of branding.