The Business of Food and Wine Summit — June 25, 2025 at Olive Gardens Hotel, Nairobi

Nairobi, Kenya — June 16, 2025 |The dynamic world of food and wine in East Africa takes center stage this June as WINENJIRU presents The Business of Food and Wine Summit, a full-day gathering designed to engage, educate, and empower professionals across the food, beverage, and hospitality industries.

Set to take place at the elegant Olive Gardens Hotel on Argwings Kodhek Road, this highly anticipated summit brings together business owners, suppliers, sommeliers, students, academics, and hospitality practitioners for a deep dive into the unique opportunities and challenges facing the rapidly growing food and wine sector in Kenya and the larger East African region.

With the region witnessing exponential growth in both wine appreciation and culinary culture over the past decade, The Business of Food and Wine Summit is a timely platform for industry stakeholders to share knowledge, exchange insights, and explore actionable strategies for success.

Key Summit Sessions:

• Session 1: The Overview of the Wine Market in Kenya — Get a comprehensive market snapshot from top industry analysts.
• Session 2: The Legends – How We Built Legacy — Learn from seasoned pioneers who have shaped Kenya’s food and wine landscape.
• Session 3: How to Run a Profitable Food and Wine Business — Business experts unpack what it takes to thrive in this competitive sector.
• Session 4: Elevating the Customer Food and Wine Experience — Discover how to create memorable dining experiences that drive loyalty and revenue.
• Session 5: Sommelier in Kenya Context — Explore the emerging role of sommeliers and wine education in the local market.

Following the educational portion of the summit, participants will enjoy an exclusive networking cocktail session from 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM, featuring a showcase of fine wines from multiple producers — a perfect setting for making connections and sampling the finest vintages on offer.

Event Details

WINENJIRU
The Business of Food and Wine

Wednesday, June 25, 2025
@ Olive Gardens Hotel

• Food & wine business owners
• Wine suppliers and distributors
• Hospitality & tourism academics and students
• Aspiring sommeliers
• Hospitality professionals and investors

Time: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM (Cocktail networking from 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM)

Join leading voices in Kenya’s thriving food and wine sector for a day of insight, inspiration, and industry connections.