Northern Restaurant & Bar Show

Words by: Difford's Guide

The North's largest hospitality trade exhibition is back.

Northern Restaurant & Bar will host over 300 exhibitors, 65 live demos and over 3,500 trade professionals are expected to attend.

Industry professionals can get their free tickets here

NRB runs from 21st-22nd March at Manchester Central and promises to be a hub of new ideas, new opportunities and a place to source new products.

The event is strictly trade only and highlights include:

* Fine food classes

* All star chef demos

* Spirit tastings

* Beer and wine tastings

* Live demos

* VIP Bar

* Craft beer quarter

A chance to win a trip to South Africa is up for grabs at the cocktail competition - Bartenders are invited to showcase their skills and entries close on February 28th. You can enter here

Also at the exhibition is the NRB hub - this is designed to allow trade professionals to network and this year includes a comprehensive programme of events, with subjects such as exploring new trends.

The NRB debate is an opportunity to hear from the headline speakers - GG Hospitality's Michael O'Hare and Gary Neville, who will discuss the region's hospitality industry and how it can continue to move forward.

To register your interest, see a full list of exhibitors and claim your free tickets, please click here